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Are you ready to kickstart your career in sales and customer service? Do you have a passion for helping customers and building relationships? Join our team as an Entry Level Sales Executive! We’re on the lookout for motivated individuals who are eager to learn and grow with us. What We Offer: - A vibrant and collaborative work environment - Comprehensive training programs to develop your skills - Competitive weekly pay with performance-based bonuses - Opportunities for career advancement Key Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients through excellent face-to-face customer service - Assist in identifying customer needs and providing tailored solutions - Support senior account executives in managing client accounts and sales processes - Conduct research to identify potential leads and opportunities for growth - Participate in sales presentations and product demonstrations - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure customer satisfaction What You Bring: - A positive attitude and willingness to learn - Strong communication skills, both verbal and written - Exceptional problem-solving abilities - A customer-focused mindset with a passion for service - Ability to work both independently and as part of a team If you're ready to embark on an exciting career path where no two days are the same, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a part of a team that values motivation, creativity, and initiative. Let’s make great things happen together!

Key Responsibilities: Leadership Hire, train, mentor and manage Park Ambassadors. Identify and suggest improvements to park and community engagement and communication to improve visitor experience. Implement procedures to encourage teamwork between Park Ambassadors and Park Operations team, maintain employee morale, and create an inclusive, positive work environment. Develop and maintain relationships with outside partners such as the Parks Department, NYPD, FDNY, Department of Homeless Services, and Department of Sanitation, and homeless outreach organizations assigned to the Madison Square Park area. Administration Set and manage Park Ambassadors’ work schedules and program objectives, and develop staff training to create a safe and welcoming Madison Square Park. Maintain detailed daily records and monthly reports, including end-of-tour reports, incident reports, inspection forms, etc. Respond to emails, Slack, phone inquiries, and other requests in a timely and appropriate fashion. Validate park use permits, including special event permits, parking permits, sound permits, film permits and food vendor permits. Actively participate in training opportunities. Support ongoing visitor experience research through data collection, data entry, and related tasks. Safety Conduct rounds of all facilities. Learn and enforce Park Rules and Regulations with visitors Monitor, inspect, and report park safety hazards, vandalism, quality of life issues, etc. Contact and assist partner safety organizations such as NYPD, FDNY, permit offices, emergency medical technicians, and homeless outreach services as conditions occur. Open and close facilities and amenities as directed. Be available during inclement weather and other emergencies. Direct vehicle and patron traffic as needed. Visitor Experience Engage visitors, answer questions, and foster a positive impression of the park and MSPC. Provide accurate, clear, timely information to support visitors’ experience in the park. Share Madison Square Park Conservancy’s mission and goals with visitors, including upcoming programs and events and how they can access additional information about MSPC. Support the operation of all visitor-facing programs, events, and activities. Share visitor feedback with other MSPC staff, including senior management, to improve the visitor experience. Return lost and found items. Qualifications At least 3 years of experience in public-facing safety/security and/or social services employment. The Park Ambassador Manager is required to have an NYS Security Guard License within 30 days of hire and is required to maintain the license throughout their employment. Experience or training in social work and/or mental health services and experience in customer service preferred Experience managing and supporting a small team that is often confronted with difficult customer situations Ability to clearly and confidently communicate with the public and safety officials, representing the organization to visitors and other external stakeholders in person, in writing, and by telephone Comfort approaching non-compliant individuals or groups to enforce rules and regulations Experience and comfort diffusing conflicts and tense public situations Experience interacting with diverse constituents Detail-oriented, decisive problem solver who can adapt to shifting priorities and address issues in a timely manner as they arise Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in all weather conditions, both alone and as part of a team Comfort working in an environment with dogs and urban wildlife Ability to multi-task and juggle multiple priorities Ability to actively listen, taking time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt, and to get to satisfactory resolution quickly and calmly Working knowledge of technology, including Google suite, Slack, and Zoom Familiarity navigating partnerships with government agencies The ideal candidate enjoys interacting with people from all walks of life and will consider the “ambassador” component of the job as important as the enforcement and security component. Compensation and Schedule Salary range is $55,000 - $65,000 based on relevance and duration of past experience Benefits include: Paid Employee Health plan, Paid Employee Dental & Vision Plan, Vacation/Sick Days, Personal Day, Floating Holidays, 401K Plan after a year, commuter benefits; work phone provided Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week) onsite. Saturday- Tuesday 4 PM- 12:15 AM, Wednesday 1 PM- 8:30 PM Application instructions Please be aware that Madison Square Park Conservancy requires Covid-19 vaccination for all employees. The organization will consider accommodations for disability and religious-based reasons. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Madison Square Park Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity (“EEO”) laws. MSPC prohibits discrimination against applicants for employment because of the individual’s race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partnership status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or pre-employment conviction record or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Schedule: 10 hour shift 8 hour shift Night shift Overtime Weekends as needed License/Certification: Guard Card (Required) Shift availability: Night Shift (Required) Ability to Commute: New York, NY 10010 (Required) Work Location: In person

We are looking to employ a knowledgeable and experienced Budtender to assist customers in selecting suitable cannabis products. The responsibilities of the Budtender include greeting and welcoming customers, informing the manager of customer complaints and operational issues, and sharing firsthand experiences of cannabis products to address customer concerns. You should also be able to answer customers’ questions regarding the different strains of cannabis, their medicinal uses, and methods of consumption. To be successful as a Budtender, you should keep abreast of the latest developments in cannabis laws to maintain legal compliance. Ultimately, and outstanding Budtender should be able to demonstrate excellent communication and customer service skills by ensuring that customers are well-informed and satisfied with their purchases. Budtender Responsibilities: Advising customers on suitable cannabis products based on their needs, preferences, budgets, and reactions to different strains of cannabis. Keeping abreast of new cannabis products on the market as well as the latest industry trends through trade shows and research. Processing customers' payments using the dispensary's Point of Sale (POS) system. Ensuring that the dispensary is clean and well-organized at all times. Educating customers on the safe use of their selected cannabis products. Correctly weighing, packaging, and labeling cannabis products as required. Checking customers' identification documents to verify that they are of legal age. Taking inventory of cannabis products and ensuring that the sales floor is adequately stocked.

Seeking a personal assistant for a family that has homes on both the East and West coasts in US. Travel is a must and be responsible for setting up and breaking down the homes. Ideal candidate should have a love for design, construction and be highly organized. The salary benefits will depend on experience and bonuses are included. Personal Assistant Duties and Responsibilities: Supports client directly as the go-to person for all needs, including daily administration, calendar management, travel schedules, project coordination, work with construction and vendors. Is a liaison for the client and cc’s client on everything. Provides administrative support. Computer savvy on Mac. Makes administrative decisions and takes action in the client’s absence. Manages a high-volume travel schedule. Conserves client’s time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence; drafting documents; collecting and analyzing information; and initiating telecommunications. Coordinates home projects by capturing timelines and strategies and constant updates. Maintain information in binder for each home. Keeps, bills for homes and puts in excel worksheet. Know how to manage and hire staff. Pack and Unpack suitcases. Shipping items and keep track of deliveries. Must like dogs and be coordinate what the dog needs. Keep track of charity events and donations.

Executive Assistant Responsibilities: - Manage the CEO’s emails and calendar; schedule meetings with clients and city agencies. - Screen, prioritize, and respond to communications from stakeholders including clients and team members. - Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and ensure timely follow-ups. - Attend meetings with the CEO, take detailed notes, draft meeting summaries for the CEO’s review, and ensure action items are tracked and completed. - Utilize experience with Department of Buildings and other city agencies’ processes to resolve inquiries and support CEO project coordination. - Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and uphold a high level of professionalism. - Assign projects to project managers and route emails to the appropriate team members. - Research and coordinate webinars and networking events that the CEO should attend. - Conduct research and provide information to support project execution and informed decision-making. - Provide general administrative support to the CEO to ensure efficient time and task management. Office Management Responsibilities: - ** ** Answer office phone calls, take accurate messages, and route inquiries appropriately. - Maintain and update project information in the company’s CRM system (Bitrix24). - Oversee office supply inventory and coordinate maintenance of office equipment. - Prepare internal reports, correspondence, and documentation for the CEO and weekly team meetings. - Collect and log incoming mail daily. - Organize team celebrations and office events. - Assist in onboarding new employees, including workstation setup and preparation of orientation materials. ** Experience Requirements** - Minimum of 2 years of experience as an executive assistant or in an office management role. - Prior experience working with city agencies such as the Department of Buildings (DOB), with knowledge of relevant processes and filings. - Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience interacting with senior-level stakeholders. - Proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism. ** Education and Qualifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field (preferred). - Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Teams. - Experience with project management tools and CRM software (Bitrix24 preferred). - Tech-savvy and a quick learner with the ability to adapt to new systems and tools. - Highly organized, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven, with a strong customer service mindset. Type of Work: Full-Time, In-Office Schedule: 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday

- Ensure the health and safety of the group at all times. - Work with teaching team to collect appropriate anecdotal notes and assess the progress of each child in the group.  - Research current trends in child development/education and put into practice in the classroom as appropriate within curriculum.  - Work in cooperation with teaching team members to assure the individual needs of each child is met as the situation demands. - Meets the physical and emotional needs of each child. - Satisfies the developmental needs of each child through child/adult interactions and planned activities. - Ensure that the classroom is prepared before children arrive, cleaned at end of each shift and staff give undivided attention, watching carefully for safety hazards throughout the day. - Greets each child and parents daily.  - Arrange the learning environment in a manner that promotes safety and learning in a cheerful environment  - Assure all required classroom documentation and record keeping is completed in a timely manner (i.e. ; Teaching Strategies observations and other required assessments and Parent/Teacher conference forms; daily attendance and ratio sheets; meal counts and food/supply orders, etc…)  - Attend general staff meetings, teacher planning meetings and assist in setting the goals for the Department. - Job Type: Full-time - Pay: $31,200.00 - $36,000.00 per year - Benefits: - 401(k) - Dental insurance - Employee assistance program - Health insurance - Life insurance - Professional development assistance - Tuition reimbursement - Vision insurance - Schedule: - 8 hour shift - Monday to Friday - Work Location: In person

The Bottom Line: Reliable support role for management consultant offering real business experience, flexible scheduling, and professional mentorship. Your Day-to-Day: - Handle mail, filing, and administrative organization - Run errands, appointments, and in-person business tasks - Support project coordination and basic research What Makes You Right for This: - Dependable : Consistent availability and follow-through on commitments - Organized : Natural ability to create and maintain efficient systems - Proactive : Anticipate needs and suggest improvements without prompting - Trustworthy : Handle confidential information with complete discretion - Mobile : Reliable transportation for errands and appointments What You Get: - Flexible 10-15 hours weekly - Training in business consulting methods - Professional references and recommendations - Competitive hourly pay - Real-world business experience Requirements: - Flexible schedule with some same-day availability - Basic computer skills (email, documents, internet) - Professional communication skills - Tech experience and expertise a plus Ideal For: Someone seeking meaningful part-time work with growth opportunities rather than just another gig. Ready to start immediately for the right person. Send brief message explaining your interest along with contact info.

WILLIAMSBURG CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL - Certified Teacher WCHS’s powerful educational program enables every student to graduate well-prepared for college and the world beyond it. Most importantly, all WCHS students mature intellectually, socially, and morally as a result of being an active member of a school community that endorses high expectations that challenge each student to achieve his/her full potential. In order to fulfil its mission, WCHS is looking for exceptional teachers. Our teachers play very critical roles in realising the core mission, philosophy, and unique youth-centered approach to the school’s educational design. WCHS teachers are not just classroom teachers, but school teachers—educators that are committed to facilitating the entire learning and instructional process and coaching young people to become independent learners, thinkers, and researchers. Prospective Williamsburg Charter High School Teachers: Are committed to the idea that every child can succeed at high levels Believe that they have been called to teach and empower young people Demonstrate a commitment to providing students with a rigorous academic experience Are resilient, resourceful, relentless, and well-able to adapt to the many changes that can happen in an organization focused solely on doing what is best for students Excel at working in a highly collaborative, professional setting but can also work independently Understand the unique needs of the community they serve as well as the complex issues that affect urban youth and their families Are committed to inquiry-based teaching Engage a youth development approach in their interactions with young people by being sensitive to their developmental needs Are passionate and positive about school culture Feel full responsibility for students’ achievement Love ‘the details’ and realise that student success depends almost exclusively on them Are reflective and willing to improve upon their practice through professional development and support Effectively manage their time, resources, and technology Are convinced of the transformative power of education for all students, families, and educators Position Description The ideal Williamsburg Charter High School teacher will provide our students with rigorous instruction. They will be responsible for the following: Teacher as Advisor As students transition to high school, one of the things they could lose is the comfort of having a teacher who understands their background, challenges, and successes. Research has shown that this relationship is a key part of having students feel accounted for and by extension, accountable. In support of our students, our teachers are also Advisors to between 12-15 students for the duration of their high school career. This allows the teacher to become a part of the developmental process of their students and allows each family to have a primary contact within the school at all times. Advisors serve students and families by: Taking complete ownership of the academic, behavioral, and overall success of a group of 12-15 students Ensuring advisees are in attendance, punctual, excelling in all their classes, and seeking out appropriate support Creating an advisory period that acts as ‘home base’ for each student Being the academic expert on each advisee Acting as the liaise between the student, the family, and the school teams Teaching the advisory curriculum that has been created for their advisees’ grade Accompanying advisees on educational field trips as determined by the School Leader Contacting their advisee’s families a minimum of seven times a year and responding within 24 hours to all communications from their advisee’s families Developing and overseeing Individual Student Support Plan plans twice a year for each of their advisees Facilitating discipline-related required meetings on behalf of their advisees Performing any other advisor-related duties as requested Ensuring Student Learning Through Data-driven Instruction: Prepare rigorous, student-centered lesson plans that will engage and motivate students to learn Plan standards-based units of study with clear, intended outcomes and goals in mind Provide meaningful feedback on student work to determine student progress and to make suggestions for improvement Proactively and relentlessly seek new ways to promote student learning Create thoughtful, standards-based assessments Work closely with school leaders and colleagues, using data to drive instruction and by extension, consistently raising student achievement and intervening with improvement plans and support for struggling students Have fun and pass the love of learning onto students! Design opportunities for students to use the world around them as a classroom through field trips and or/inviting guests into the classroom as appropriate Hold students to high behavioral and academic expectations and support students to succeed Model professional and collegial behavior for students Engage in the process of collaborative evaluation with school leaders Ensure that students are well-prepared for all New York State exams and WCHS interim assessments Personal Commitment to On-Going Learning Participate in all assemblies, meetings, school-sponsored events, and professional development activities offered during or after work hours Participate in focus groups, evaluations, and committees as requested to assist with the constant improvement of the school as a whole Participate and support WCHS open-door classroom policy, allowing parents and teachers and other stakeholders to informally observe your work and actively seeking to observe the work of your colleagues for professional development Positively Contributing to Student and Teacher Culture Arrive at school no later than 7:55 AM (to ensure that the classroom is clean, supplies are prepared and the instructor is ready to receive students) and leave no earlier than 3:10 PM (to hold necessary interventions, hold office hours, attend school meetings, and to ensure that students that need extra help are able to receive it). Even with these times parameters in mind, we ultimately seek educators that will simply do whatever it takes and will work relentlessly to ensure each student’s learning is maximized Teach four class periods per school day Serve two periods of School Service per week as determined by his/her supervisor (e.g., Study Hall supervision, cafeteria duty, hallway duty, monitoring of student entry and exit, etc.) Cover at least five periods per semester for absent teachers Proactively involve the student’s family in their learning through regular communications including (but not limited to): weekly informal communication via emails, notes, telephone calls, and meetings Realise that although student achievement is central to our work, Williamsburg Charter High School graduates are not just academically well-prepared, but also good citizens of their community. The cornerstone of our ideology is based on providing students with life skills and a sense of responsibility to their community in addition to an excellent education Share expertise and curriculum with colleagues Respond to all school-related communications within 24 hours, including but not limited to voicemails and emails, from Williamsburg Charter High School faculty and staff (including supervisors and other teachers) Attend and participate in school-related activities and events outside of normal school hours (e.g., Parent Advisory meetings, Back-to-School Night, field trips, student events, and performances, etc.) Adhere to the WCHS Student Handbook, Teacher Handbook, Personnel Policies, and Instructional Manual Education and Credentials Bachelor’s degree At least two years of experience teaching in an urban high school setting New York State certified 7-12 New York State Fingerprint clearance Please apply.

Part-Time (Flexible hours, approx. [X] hours/week) Meeting at the office as needed About the Role: We are seeking a proactive and organized Part-Time Project & Communications Assistant to support a variety of tasks across event planning, project execution, proposal development, customer outreach, and press communications. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and has a strong sense of initiative. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the coordination and execution of events and projects Draft and format proposals and press releases Organize and maintain internal databases and contact lists Research and identify potential customers and outreach opportunities Support communication with clients, vendors, and collaborators Contribute to team meetings and help ensure project timelines stay on track Key Qualifications: Excellent organizational and time-management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Comfortable drafting professional documents (e.g., proposals, press releases) Proactive attitude and ability to work independently Experience with customer research and outreach Familiarity with tools such as Google Workspace, Excel, or CRM systems is an advantage