House Manager

Bryant Park Corporation and 34th Street Partnership are hiring a House Manager to facilitate summer programming in both districts. - Hourly Rate: $21

- Job type: Part-time, seasonal. Fully in-person with no option for remote work.

- Schedule: Mostly nights, including Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Around 20 hours per week, rising to 30 hours at peak season.

- Projected dates: Late April through September 2026.

This is a seasonal position - successful candidates will need to re-apply for any future positions. Responsibilities: - Work with Public Programming Coordinator in supervising Production Assistants in the same-day set-up and/or break-down of front-of-house spaces for large scale events on the Bryant Park Lawn, including Picnic Performances and Movie Nights

- Act as a front-of-house ambassador and engage with the public to communicate event policies

- Coordinate with Program Managers to ensure a prompt run-of-show

- Assign positions, manage breaks, and shape hospitality etiquette for front-of-house staff

- Liaise with sanitation and security staff, event vendors, on-site EMT, and other partners

- Work independently to manage pop-up performances and programs around the 34th Street District, including performer liaison, set-up and break down of performance spaces and basic audio tech

- Troubleshoot logistical event issues, including weather, schedule changes, and crowding -

- Assist with hiring and training additional Production Assistants

- Create staffing schedules for Production Assistants using Sling

- Attend planning meetings and perform in-office administrative duties, as needed

- Other responsibilities as requested by supervisor Responsibilities within the company may be added if the individual demonstrates initiative, growth, and proficiency in their tasks.

Qualifications: - Bachelor’s Degree, or similar work experience, in a relevant course of study preferred

-Experience in staff management/supervision preferred

- Experience as a stagehand, stage manager, sound engineer, or production assistant a plus

- Outgoing, mature, and assertive, with a “no-job-too-small” attitude

- Ability to multi-task, show initiative, and to work independently as well as a team leader

- Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills

- Responsible and detail-oriented with excellent observation skills

- Flexibility regarding day-of scheduling, due to the nature of live events

- Available to work evenings on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays

- Ability to lift 50lbs and to stay on feet for extended periods of time in varied weather conditions How to apply: Please email your resume and cover letter to pa@ with the subject line 'House Manager'. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Phone calls and office visits will NOT be accepted.