Response/Special Events College Aide

City of New York • Brooklyn, NY

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About The Position

New York City Emergency Management (NYCEM) is a coordinating agency for the City of New York. The agency plans and prepares for emergencies, educates the public about preparedness, coordinates emergency response and recovery, and collects and disseminates emergency information. The agency maintains a disciplined unit of emergency management personnel including but not limited to attorneys, responders, planners, watch commanders, logisticians, community outreach, communications, administrative and support staff to identify and respond to various hazards. The Response Bureau is responsible for monitoring incidents throughout the City, alert the public and City agencies, initiate NYCEM response, on-scene coordination and special event planning and coordination. It is comprised of Watch Command, Field Response Unit, and the Response Support Unit, which includes the Special Events team. The mission of the Response Support Unit and the Special Events Team is to ensure the safety and success of special events throughout the city and supporting other aspects of NYCEM’s response operations. They collaborate closely with NYC, state, and federal agencies to provide logistical and operational support, contributing to the resilience and preparedness of New York City. The Response Support Unit is looking for a college aide to support Summer 2026 Special Events, including but not limited to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and Sail 4th 250. The college aide will be responsible for administrative and operational tasks, including strategic planning support, project management tracking, and coordinating with Watch Command and Public Warning detailed staff.

Requirements

• Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school.
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Attention to detail
• Administrative experience
• Experience working with Microsoft 365 suite (MS Teams, Outlook, MS Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Schedule and track meetings for Special Event informational meetings
• Maintain and organize teams folders for the Special Event team
• Provide administrative support by creating forms and sending emails for Special Events
• Supporting the operational planning behind the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Sail 4th 250, and concurrent summer events
• Support Summer 2026 staffing through coordination with Watch Command and Public Warning
• Other tasks as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level