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About the Role

The lead is responsible for NYRR’s day-to-day relationships and engagement with running teams, clubs, and crews across New York City. This role will establish and grow relationships with these groups, increasing opportunities of engagement with NYRR races, programs, and other events, helping to build NYRR’s visibility and impact with the local running community.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the New York Road Runners’ run club ambassador and lead club engagement efforts.
• Develop and implement a run club outreach and engagement plan.
• Cultivate and grow partnerships with local run clubs to deepen engagement with NYRR programs, events, and services.
• Share information about NYRR and its programs and initiatives, speaking to the organization's mission.
• Provide customer support and assistance to run clubs, troubleshooting issues with relevant departments.
• Lead Club Council meetings and organize other run club engagements, such as Club Night.
• Manage all communications to run clubs, collaborating with the Marketing and Communications team.
• Organize cross-functional teams’ involvement in Club / Club Council quarterly meetings and other club-facing events.
• Support the organization in other community engagement matters as needed.
• Support volunteer recruitment and cultivation for community engagement programs.
• Manage the Streakers program, including answering emails and coordinating related events.

Requirements

• 5-plus years’ experience leading and managing community initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures.
• Experience participating in and/or working with run clubs.
• Knowledge of the New York City run club community.
• Excellent communication skills and experience in customer service.
• Tangible experience of having expanded and cultivated relationships over time.
• Ability to work well with people at all levels of an organization, developing relationships with diverse constituencies.
• A passion for being a part of the NYRR community, health and wellness, and a commitment to the mission, programs, and future aspirations of the organization.
• Flexible and adaptable style.
• A professional and resourceful style.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects as a team player.
• Required to work races including but not limited to United Airlines NYC Half, RBC Brooklyn Half, and the TCS New York City Marathon.
• Required to visit/attend run club runs/events.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
• Ability to work occasional weekends or evenings
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ability to speak another language strongly preferred

Location

• New York City

Work Type

• Hybrid
• Occasional weekends or evenings

Experience Level

• 5-plus years

Education Level

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $76K

About the Company

• New York Road Runners (NYRR) was founded in 1958 and has grown into the world’s premier community running organization.
• NYRR’s vision is to build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running.
• NYRR’s year-round offerings provide hundreds of thousands of people with the motivation, know-how, and opportunities to start running and keep running for life.
• NYRR’s premier event, the TCS New York City Marathon, attracts top runners, raises millions for charity, and drives economic impact.
• NYRR is committed to youth fitness programs in underserved communities.
• Headquartered in New York City, NYRR is a 501(c)(3) organization.
• NYRR is committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace.
• The Public Affairs Department consists of NYRR’s Media and Public Relations, Government Relations and Community Engagement teams.
• Media and Public Relations share stories to drive awareness and enhance reputation.
• Government Relations & Community Engagement manages relationships with officials, agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Public Affairs serves as a bridge and internal partner for the organization and governmental and community partners.

Equal Opportunity

• New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace by finding the best candidate for the job.
• Checking off every single requirement on our job description is not necessary to apply.
• If you think you are a good fit and have a passion for the work we do, please submit your application.
• We are eager to learn about your experience and skills!
• You may be the right candidate for this or other open positions.