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About the Role

The Event Development and Production Department plays a key role in developing and producing events for NYRR, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission from concept to execution. This role involves leading the Event Management & Logistics team and providing leadership, professional expertise, and direction in the planning and execution of NYRR event properties, including the TCS New York City Marathon.

Responsibilities

Co-lead the Event Management & Logistics team, overseeing event logistics, planning, vendor and agency management, budget management, calendar and resource planning, and onsite operations.
Provide leadership and direction in planning and executing NYRR event properties, including the TCS New York City Marathon, with oversight of key operational areas.
Manage a team, including directing daily workloads, projects, goal setting, and performance reviews.
Establish budgets, goals, and activities in conjunction with organizational policies, assessing and implementing strategic workflow processes for team efficiency.
Contribute to departmental goal setting and develop individual performance goals.
Contribute to short and long-term organizational planning and strategy, developing new or growing event properties.
Develop and maintain event standards, planning management tools, and event analytics to optimize operational efficiencies.
Perform careful resource planning, including event budgets and staffing models.
Assess and implement strategic workflow processes to maximize department efficiency and effectiveness.
Liaise externally with City Agencies and local communities for successful event operations.
Liaise internally with various departments to ensure organizational alignment on deliverables, messaging, strategy, and budgets.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of all event operations plans.
Perform other duties and department projects as assigned.
Work the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon, RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, and the TCS NYC Marathon.

Requirements

8-10 years of event management experience, preferably in sports and/or entertainment industries.
Strong logistical/operational and team management background.
Previous experience in NYC event planning and endurance/running events is strongly preferred.
Ability to relate to and work with diverse populations.
Event site planning and management experience.
Ability to manage to budgets and provide detailed analyses and reports.
Willingness to travel, work various weekends (early hours), and extended hours as needed.
Resourceful, strategic thinking combined with a strong work ethic and ability to delegate.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Focused attention to detail.
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines.
Comfortable presenting to organizational senior management and external City Agencies.
Strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Ability to work regular weekends and occasional evenings.
Proficient in Microsoft Business Applications; Excel; PowerPoint; Word.
Visio and/or AutoCAD is a plus, but not required.

Skills

Event management
Logistics
Operations
Team management
NYC event planning
Endurance/running events
Budget management
Strategic thinking
Work ethic
Delegation
Written communication
Verbal communication
Leadership
Collaboration
Attention to detail
Project management
Working under pressure
Presentation skills
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Word

Location

New York City
Midtown Manhattan office

Work Type

Hybrid
Full-time

Experience Level

8-10 years of event management experience

Education Level

College degree preferred but not required

Salary/Compensations

135K

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 offerings provide motivation, know-how, and opportunities for people to start and continue running.
The TCS New York City Marathon is NYRR's premier event, attracting top runners and raising millions for charity.
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 Event Development and Production Department plays a key role in developing and producing events for NYRR, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission from concept to execution.
Each year, the department produces over 40 adult events and supports 30 youth events.

Equal Opportunity

New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At New York Road Runners, we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace by finding the best candidate for the job.
We understand that skills come from a variety of different backgrounds.
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.