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.
Non CDL-Drivers Needed-$21.00 per hour-$3K Sign On Bonus Paid In Increments-Paid Quarterly Safety Bonuses of $300.00Food Bank for New York City's Truck Drivers are essential to our mission and operations. We would not be able to feed the millions of vulnerable New Yorkers without our professional team of drivers. Looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others daily? Come join us.Our highly professional, reliable and dependable truck drivers represent the Food Bank in a courteous and professional manner while out on the road and in all dealings and contact with member agencies and partners, suppliers, and donors. Our drivers are required to use excellent customer service skills, tact and diplomacy in all situations dealing with our partners and other team members and leadership.Essential Duties and Responsibilities : This role requires extensive personal interaction with internal and external customers, verifying documentation and loads, and safely transporting food to and from designated locations Operating both CDL Class A & B trucks, ensuring a safe and timely pick-up and delivery of product. Loading, inspecting all products, verifying quantities and expiration dates, informing the appropriate Supervisor of any issues found. Working independently, according to an assigned schedule, while assessing and responding to customer needs and to updated / changing plans, keeping the transportation team manager informed. Documenting travel, time worked, breaks, etc. via electronic logging methods. Deliver and pick up produce, frozen and dry food product to member agencies, suppliers, donors and other locations as assigned. Assists in loading trailer with materials. Unloads trailer by using forklift, electric pallet jack, or hand truck. Transports loads over required route to proper destinations. Obtains shipping bills and necessary signatures. Returns completed paperwork to the warehouse office. Removes empty pallets from trailer truck and carries them to designated piling area. Performs miscellaneous service duties such as checking oil, water, gasoline and air in tires on a daily basis. Other work-related and warehouse duties as assigned by supervisor or manager Reliable and regular attendance is expectedPerks and Benefits : HOME DAILY - Local Driving Hourly Pay with Overtime after 40 hours Benefits include : Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(B) retirement plan, 13 paid holidays plus bonus holidays, vacation, sick pay, Company-Paid Life and Disability InsuranceHiring Requirements : Valid driver's license -CLASS B CDL Safe driving record (MVR, Abstract) No DUIs, DWIs, Major Accidents within the past 24 months 18 years or older Ability to pass a drug test Ability to pass a standard, non-financial background check Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to use mobile electronic devices to communicate and document travel, time worked, etc. Must have the skill set to safely execute multiple deliveries and pickups on a daily basis utilizing different types of vehicles. Must possess sound business acumen and the ability to establish credibility, trust and partnership at all levels of the organization. Must be detail oriented and responsible Have a high level of independence while working effectively and collaboratively with a diverse population. Have excellent organization, time-management, and task-management skills to maneuver in a very fast paced and diverse environment.