Events Lead

City of New York • New York City, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mayor’s Office of Mass Engagement (OME) is responsible for strategizing, coordinating, and executing on engagement that reaches the masses of everyday New Yorkers. We engage New Yorkers in shaping policy outcomes, demystifying government, and ensuring that the government remains accountable to serving the people of this great City. Our work is designed as a long-term project – we are building the power of everyday New Yorkers, and we are building a City that works for all of us. The Office of Mass Engagement Events Team is tasked with producing innovative, joyful, and highly professional events that help demystify government, provide on-ramps into organizing projects, and celebrate the cultural fabric of New York City.

Requirements

• You are organized, meticulous, and don’t get overwhelmed by many moving pieces.
• You are oriented towards customer service or hospitality – you’ll go out of your way to make sure a guest or participant has a great experience.
• You are a creative problem solver who views constraints as an opportunity instead of an obstacle.
• You are curious and comfortable asking questions.
• Do you have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university?
• Do you have an associate degree from an accredited college or university along with two (2) years of experience with administrative, analytic, coordinative, supervisory or liaison responsibilities?
• Do you have a four-year high school diploma, or its educational equivalent approved by a state's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization along with four (4) years of experience as described in question "2" above?
• Do you have a satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to that described in questions "1," "2," and/or "3" above?

Nice To Haves

• Experience in creative event production, theater/live performance events, training and facilitation, or hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the production of purposeful, engaging events that build people’s trust in government, build connections between New Yorkers, and create meaningful opportunities for feedback and follow-up.
• Supporting event logistical production including location and vendor sourcing, supplies procurement, staff training, and guest ticketing.
• Coordinating day-of-event needs including supervision and execution of load in/out and on-site staff and volunteers.
• Other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree