Public Programs Coordinator - Evening & Weekend Events

Nyhistory; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

403(b) retirement plan

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Store discount

Free museum admission

Job summary

The New York Historical seeks a Public Programs Assistant to support the Senior Manager of Public Programs in planning, promotion, and production of evening and daytime programs, including lectures, tours, seminars, and podcasting projects.

This full-time role requires evening work 2–4 times per week and occasional weekend dates, supporting livestreaming and studio productions for History with David Rubenstein.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Arts Administration, History, or related field.
• 1–3 years of event operations and/or marketing experience; non-profit experience preferred.
• Strong writing and editing skills; marketing and promotion experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing programs, including evenings, tours, and weekend activities.
• Oversee scheduling and communication for program volunteers and rosters.
• Assist with marketing descriptions and outreach materials for programs.
• Manage department ticketing, sales reports, and donor/invoice processes.
• Coordinate with Development and External Affairs on VIP guest lists and publicity.

Skills

Event operations

Marketing

Writing

Communication

Office software

Google Workspace

Database management

Interpersonal skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree (related field)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Teleconferencing

CRM systems

Job description

The New York Historical seeks a Public Programs Assistant to support the Senior Manager of Public Programs in planning, promotion, and production of evening and daytime programs, including lectures, tours, seminars, and podcasting projects.

This full-time role requires evening work 2–4 times per week and occasional weekend dates, supporting livestreaming and studio productions for History with David Rubenstein.