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Find full job description + how to apply here: https://www.unionsquarenyc.org/careers Union Square Partnership is a community-based 501(c)3 organization created more than 40 years ago to promote, preserve, and progress its vibrant namesake neighborhood. We cultivate a welcoming, diverse space and work to enhance livability, ensuring residents, workers, and visitors can revel in the time they spend in our neighborhood — and feel compelled to make it one of their go-to spots, set up shop, or even call it home. We foster a thriving economy, helping create a district that amplifies exciting new businesses and iconic brands, invests in public art, events, and local hidden gems, and offers a rewarding place to explore. In the square, history and history-making go hand in hand. We celebrate our space as an iconic, historic staple of New York’s civic life and as a destination for limitless opportunity, embracing and forging the distinct, one-of-a-kind reputation of Union Square every day. The organization comprises two non-profit organizations: a local development corporation and Manhattan’s first Business Improvement District (BID). The organization is managed by the Executive Director and overseen by a Board of Directors filled by Union Square’s leading civic leaders from the commercial, academic, residential, and cultural communities. As our Events + Public Space Programming Associate you will … The Events + Public Space Programming Associate plays a key role in planning and executing numerous public events in Union Square, specializing in on-site logistics and partner activations. Reporting to the Director of Marketing, Events, + Partnerships, your job will be to ensure seamless event operations and to cultivate strong relationships with external partners. You will be the on-the-ground leader, responsible for the smooth execution of events from start to finish. The Events + Public Space Programming Associate responsibilities include, but are not limited to: USP Stakeholder Events: ▪ Manage logistics for recurring stakeholder events, including USP’s Fall and Spring Board of Directors Meetings, USP's Annual Membership Meeting, and our Holiday Party. ▪ Plan and execute ad-hoc stakeholder events such as networking receptions, volunteer initiatives, community forums, and press conferences. ▪ Serve as the primary on-site coordinator for USP at all stakeholder and community events, ensuring seamless operations and alignment with organizational goals. Union Square Partnership-led Public Programs: ▪ Support the planning and execution of signature USP events like Summer in the Square and Harvest – A Benefit for Union Square Park, including vendor coordination, sponsorship management, marketing support, and administrative tasks, under the guidance of the Director of Marketing, Events + Partnerships. ▪ Act as the primary on-site coordinator for all major USP-branded events, ensuring flawless execution and a positive attendee experience. ▪ Contribute to the planning and execution of programming for external events hosted in partnership with USP, such as NYC Department of Transportation’s Car-Free Earth Day, NYPD’s National Night Out, and NYC Department of Small Business Services BID Day. Third-Party Event Support: ▪ Work closely with USP’s internal Business Operations team to support thirdparty partners seeking to activate events in Union Square, particularly within the district’s park and public plazas (as separately licensed by NYC Street Activity Permit Office and NYC Department of Parks and Recreation). Lead the following activities: ▪ Serve as the on-site representative for third-party events, ensuring logistical excellence and adherence to Union Square Partnership standards. ▪ Proactively promote Union Square’s public spaces to event producers and brands to attract a diverse range of events and activations. Provide support to USP’s Business Operations team for the following activities, which are led by that team: ▪ Conducting pre-event site visits and assessing event feasibility. ▪ Advising on potential NYC agency permit requirements, fees, and application processes. ▪ Providing guidance and support for coordination with relevant NYC agencies. ▪ Reviewing proposed site plans and event details for general safety and appropriateness (e.g., power, vehicles, noise levels, pedestrian circulation, branding/signage, talent, etc.). ▪ Liaising between USP departments (Operations, Marketing, and Planning) as needed to ensure seamless third-party event execution. Throughout all event planning and execution projects and activities described above, the Events + Public Space Programming Associate will: • Maintain meticulous event records and conduct post-event evaluations, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), compiling comprehensive reports, and providing actionable insights for future program enhancements. • Manage event budgets effectively, ensuring expenses align with approved guidelines and maximize resource allocation. • Provide on-site event support, proactively troubleshoot issues, effectively liaising with vendors, and ensuring a positive and memorable experience for all participants. • Cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders and community partners, including local businesses, organizations, and vendors. • Engage with community members to support USP’s broader mission of creating vibrant and inclusive public spaces. • Provide comprehensive administrative support for event operations, including documentation of event details, contracts, and logistics. • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with USP’s overall mission, strategic goals, and brand identity. What you’ll need to excel in this position… • 2+ years of experience in event planning, public space programing, or a related field. • Interest and enthusiasm for public programming in New York City • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Experience with on-site event management and stakeholder coordination. • Demonstrated ability to problem solve and “think on your feet” • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to energetically engage and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. • Flexibility to work evenings, early mornings, and weekends as required by event programming schedule. • Knowledge of permitting processes and public space guidelines is a plus. • Familiarity with project management tools is a plus. The proposed salary range is $50,000 - $60,000, commensurate with experience. USP is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Children of Promise, NYC 1842 Webster Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457 Title: After School Group Leader / Counselor Reports to: Program Director Department: Programs Location: Bronx NY Classification: Part - Time M-F 2pm - 6PM About The Organization Children of Promise, NYC’s (CPNYC) reimagines a just society that values the purpose of every child impacted by mass incarceration and removes barriers to create opportunities for children to thrive and achieve their full potential. CPNYC’s mission is to support and advocate for the children of incarcerated parents while speaking out against root causes that affect the communities we serve, including systemic racism, poverty. and bias in our nation’s criminal justice system. CPNYC has successfully developed an innovative model, the only one of its kind in New York City, which co-locates a licensed mental health clinic and children's centers in Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, and the South Bronx. CPNYC provides an array of youth development programming and services tailored to each child's individual strengths and challenges and fosters a unique uplifting environment to foster hope and resilience. Position Overview: CPNYC is seeking to hire Part-Time After School Group Leaders for our Bronx location. Must work Monday - Friday 2PM - 6PM Essential Job Functions - Provide overall supervision to our scholars during the after school hours - Carry out the daily schedule with activities that include arts and crafts, homework help, reading, sports & fitness, etc. - Implement the CPNYC curriculum, helping school age children improve literacy competencies, values, and physical fitness in an activity-based environment - Assist with planning and creating innovative age-appropriate activities - Develop lesson plans to conduct them daily; read, tell stories, lead songs and games - Help maintain enrollment and daily attendance records - Assist children with homework and guide students in their academic growth - To conduct field trips or attend events, individuals will use public transportation or traverse city streets, occasionally ascend/descend stairs and exposed to outside weather conditions - An employee is expected to stand 50% of during the shift - Ability to work with youth and the general public. - Other duties as assigned Required Knowledge, Skill and Experience - At least one year of child care experience in an after school setting - Bilingual in Spanish - Minimum of an Associate’s degree or college credits, with relevant experience - Bachelor’s degree preferred; areas of study; General Education (K-8), Special Education, Social Work, Teaching, Professional Child Care, Psychology, or related fields - Energetic and enthusiastic in working with youth COMPENSATION: Commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate. The hourly pay rate range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00 per hour. We are committed to a diverse, socially just, and welcoming work environment and people of color, people with varying abilities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are especially encouraged to apply. Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.