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About the Role
The On-Site Event Manager will be responsible for the management and execution of Private Events held at the Housing Works Bookstore. This role acts as the point-person for all logistical aspects of the event, requiring a reliable individual with strong leadership skills.
Responsibilities
- Oversees and executes private events held at the Bookstore
- Responsible for logistical aspects of event management, production, preparation, and execution
- Oversees vendors and per diem event staff to ensure smooth event operations from setup to breakdown
- Attends relevant meetings with private events clients to prepare for events
- Works with Private Events Sales Associate to gather all relevant information for each event
- Maintains a safe event space by strictly adhering to Department of Health standards
- Complies with all other legal, insurance, health, and safety regulations
- Assists with staffing, training, and managing per diem staff
- Assists with timecard and tip approval for all per diem staff
- Assists with executing annual reviews for per diem staff and ensuring understanding and compliance of policies and procedures
- Organizes and maintains events storage areas, facilities, and storage upkeep
- Tracks and follows up on all equipment and facilities maintenance
- Maintains accurate inventory of beverage product and events equipment
- Maintains and communicates a continuous and recognizable standard of event execution, services, and goods
- Participates in at least four direct action events per year aimed at ending the twin crises of homelessness and HIV/AIDS
- Knows the Housing Works mission statement and can inform and discuss with customers, volunteers, and donors
- Embodies the Housing Works values of Stronger Together, High Performance, Membership, and All In
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
- High School Degree or Equivalent
- Experience in event management and execution
- TIPS, or equivalent New York State alcohol awareness certification, required
- NYC Food Protection Certificate preferred
- Knowledge of Square or other POS system preferred
- Typical shifts are 3pm-12am
Education Level
- High School Degree or Equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $33/hr - $35/hr commensurate with experience
Benefits
- Three comprehensive healthcare plans to choose from
- Housing Works covers most of the healthcare plan cost
- Staff begins accruing PTO immediately, up to 30 days earned in the first year
- Educational benefit available for tuition loan reimbursement, tuition costs, and textbooks
About the Company
- Housing Works was founded in 1990 with a long-term commitment to AIDS advocacy.
- Established New York State’s first harm reduction-based, OASAS-licensed outpatient drug treatment program.
- Services include Health Home care management, behavioral health, and syringe exchange programs.
- Operates 10 high-end thrift shops in Manhattan and Brooklyn and a Bookstore Cafe in Soho.
- Fights for funding and legislation to ensure that all people living with HIV/AIDS have access to quality housing, healthcare, HIV prevention, and treatment, among other lifesaving services.
Equal Opportunity
- Housing Works provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
- Complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
- Does not request prior salary information during the hiring process.