Public Programs Event Associate - Hudson River Park Trust

POSITION DETAILS

Department: Public Programs

Position Reports To: Director of Events & Production

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour (no benefits included)

Schedule: Monday, April 20 – November 2026; part time, see details below



ABOUT HUDSON RIVER PARK TRUST

Hudson River Park is a dynamic, public park along the West Side of Manhattan that spans four miles from Chambers Street to West 59th Street. The Park welcomes millions of visitors annually, with its distinct, landscaped piers and a wide range of public amenities including gardens, lawn areas, athletic fields, boating docks, public art and other special features. The Park was established by New York State legislation in 1998 that created the Hudson River Park Trust (“the Trust”) and charged it with the design, construction, maintenance and operation of this unique space that also includes a 400-acre estuarine sanctuary.

As part of its mission the Trust offers public programming, with a wide range of events taking place throughout the year in addition to hosting many third-party events. These programs take place along the four-mile footprint of the Park, and provide fun, respite, and educational opportunities that enhance the public space. Our team of event staff interacts with the public at each of these events, offering information and support.





JOB SUMMARY

The Events Associate role is essential to Hudson River Park's programming. Events Associates are responsible for traveling the Park’s four-mile footprint to set up, break down, and assist with various events and activations. Candidates should be enthusiastic, proactive, and ready to create positive experiences for visitors while working outdoors.

This role is instrumental in ensuring the successful execution of over 500 free outdoor events like musical performances, fitness classes, dance parties and community engagement activities. Some highlights include our SUBMERGE Marine Science Festival, the long-running Blues BBQ Festival, weekly Sunset Salsa evenings and free Healthy on the Hudson fitness classes.



This role requires availability for evening and weekend shifts as well as frequent outdoor work in varying weather conditions. The role also includes assisting with the general needs of the Public Programs department as assigned.



ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITES/FUNCTIONS

• Engage with the public as a front of house representative of the Park at all times and share information with the public about the Park’s mission, events, and sustainability efforts at events and activations.

• Transport equipment/materials of up to 30 pounds in vehicles to various locations in the Park.

• Set up and break down events within the Park, including tents, tables, chairs, basic audio equipment.

• Provide adaptable event support, adjusting to various tasks and needs as required.

• Act as on-site event lead for select smaller productions and events.

• Be willing to work with and implement various forms of basic audio-visual equipment, with training provided as necessary.

• Support in fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment for Junior Event Associates.

• Support Park marketing initiatives by distributing collateral at events, installing and refreshing in-park signage, facilitating surveys, and other tasks as needed.

• Support Event Managers in the management of external permitted events via site inspections, and general oversite and documentation of said events.

• Assist with administrative tasks and other department needs as assigned.

• Submit event reports for smaller events, as requested.

Other Duties: This job description is not intended to cover all the activities, duties and responsibilities that are required of the position. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.



SCHEDULE

This seasonal position supports Hudson River Park Trust during both its peak (June-September) and shoulder (April, May, October and November) seasons. During the peak season, Event Managers will be expected to work between 22 and 37.5 hours. In the shoulder seasons, the schedule is more variable and the range is 6 to 24 hours per week. Schedules are released two weeks in advance.



REQUIRED DATES

• SUBMERGE Marine Science Festival: Friday & Saturday, May 15 & 16

• Youth Pride: Saturday, June 6

• Juneteenth Event: Thursday, June 18

• Pride in HRPK: Sunday, June 28

• America’s 250: Thursday, July 2 – Tuesday, July 7

• West Side Fest: Friday, July 10

• Broadway by the Boardwalk: Mondays, July 13 – August 10

• Blues BBQ Festival: Saturday, August 15



EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Exceptional customer service skills and a proactive approach to public engagement.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment, with strong communication skills.

• Recent experience working in any capacity (volunteer, paid, etc.) with public events, conferences, tradeshows, film/television, or other public facing/entertainment or hospitality-related roles.

• Ability to move equipment weighing up to 30 pounds and set up/break down in varying weather conditions.

• Willingness to work extended hours (10 hours+) for select major events.

• Ability to communicate effectively and productively with various departments and team leaders, including internal Hudson River Park teams and departments, external promoters/producers, and Park Enforcement Patrol.

• Must be at least 18 years of age (this position may involve handling alcohol).

• Must have a valid, clean Driver’s License.

Additional Experience preferred, not required:

• Hands-on experience with the production of live events in an outdoor environment.

• Familiarity with basic audio-visual set ups.



WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is almost fully outdoors, in varying conditions (heat, rain, cold, etc.).

• Candidates will need to be able to move equipment weighing up to 30 pounds; this is a physically demanding job.

• Strong interest and ability to foster a team environment.



EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov



HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should email their resume to the Vice President of Human Resources with a short description of their experience and interest in the position and a resume to resumes@hrpt.ny.gov. Indicate job code: 2026SEA in the subject line of the email. No phone calls please.


Salary: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour (no benefits included)