Operations Event Associate (Part-Time)

(NYRR) New York Road Runners, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to support their events, including the iconic New York City Marathon. This role involves on-site operational support and volunteer management, ensuring a seamless experience for participants and spectators. Candidates should be proactive, hardworking, and ready to work in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to inclusivity, this organization values diverse backgrounds and experiences. Join a passionate team that brings running to the community while making a positive impact through fitness and health initiatives.

Benefits

Hourly Rate: $22.00

Paid lunch break with lunch provided

Transportation reimbursement

New Balance uniform gear

Qualifications

• Strong logistical/operational background preferred.
• Event experience in sports/entertainment industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event build-out and management at weekly races.
• Report violations and medical emergencies during events.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude

Ability to follow directions

Logistical comprehension

Ability to lift at least 25 pounds

Flexibility in roles

Team-oriented mindset

Job description

About NYRR

New York Road Runners (NYRR) was founded in 1958 when a small group of passionate runners vowed to bring running to the people and has grown from a local running club into the world’s premier community running organization. NYRR’s mission is to help and inspire through running, aiming to empower people of all ages and abilities to improve their health and well-being through the power of running and fitness.

NYRR’s year-round offerings of races, community events, programs, and training resources 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 famed TCS New York City Marathon, attracts the world’s top professional runners and committed amateurs alike, while also raising millions of dollars annually for charity and driving economic impact for New York City. NYRR is equally committed to the runners of tomorrow, passionately providing youth fitness programs that educate and inspire children in underserved communities in New York City, nationwide, and around the world.

Headquartered in New York City, NYRR is a 501(c)(3) organization. To learn more, please visit www.nyrr.org.

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.

New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the Department

Our Event Development and Production department develops and produces NYRR events from concept all the way through execution in a way that fulfills NYRR’s mission. NYRR produces 56 races per year, in addition to the TCS New York City Marathon, and additional events within each race. The events team is responsible for physical site management, volunteer management, hospitality and special events, safety & security, and managing our Warehouse and all race collateral.

About the Position

This position will report to the Director of Event Staffing & Training, and at events will report to the Event Manager and/or the Area Lead(s). This position is responsible for providing on-site operational support and volunteer management for NYRR weekly events including the TCS New York City Marathon, United Airlines New York City Half, and Popular Brooklyn Half. NYRR races are held most weekends throughout the year.

Available Roles

• Start/Finish – Start/Finish Associates help set up and break down each event by moving heavy equipment, setting up stages and tents, and putting up signage related to the Start/Finish area.
• Signage – Signage Teammates set up signage within central locations along the course to direct patrons to medical tents, fluid stations, and more.
• Festival – Festival Associates assist with the set up & break down of sponsored events.
• Waste Diversion Station Operators – Waste Diversion Station Operators support our sustainability mission by acting as an on-site liaison between NYRR and the Waste Management company (Royal Waste) to ensure that waste is being directed to the correct areas and collected by the right stakeholders. They also ensure proper set up of the tents, tables, and materials.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist NYRR Event Managers and staff with the build-out of the event start, finish, course, and festival areas at weekly and marquee races.
• Responsible for reporting NYRR rule violations, and medical emergencies at events.

Requirements

• This is a weekend position with long hours (typically from 4am – 1pm; may vary based on event and/or position). Races are scheduled for most weekends throughout the year; must have consistent availability for this role.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and ability to follow directions.
• Ability to comprehend logistics documents to build out the event site.
• Must be comfortable on your feet, outside in the elements, for the duration of the shift.
• Must have a strong logistical/operational/labor intensive background; event experience in the sports and/or entertainment industries is preferred but not required.
• Flexibility to navigate between roles depending on need for each race.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. Must be proactive, responsible, attentive, hardworking, and professionally courteous to all runners, spectators, and park patrons.
• Must be able to follow directions and protocols to ensure that tasks flow seamlessly.
• Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds of equipment.

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $22.00
• Paid lunch break with lunch provided
• Transportation reimbursement
• New Balance uniform gear

NYRR requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless approved for a medical or religious exemption.