Part Time Job Opportunities

Kramer Promotions: Office Assistant

Kramer Promotions is a small, cohesive company located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, close to Fordham College, Lincoln Center. They produce a variety of things, from documentaries and musicals to promotional items and office furniture.  For more information about the company: http://www.kramerpromotions.com/

Kramer Promotions is looking for a Fordham student to work as an office assistant – the hours are flexible. The Office Assistant must be well versed on the computer, pleasant, creative and have good common sense. You must also work well with others and be a self-starter.

For more information about the company: http://www.kramerpromotions.com/. To apply, email Joel at joel@kramerpromotions.com, or give him a call at: 212-799-1837.

Thursday Friday, Inc: Event Staff

"Thursday Friday loves fashion – as long as it's fun. We like the chic way into trends, and we're into accessible high style. We go for products that are easy to acquire, use, and personalize."

They are looking to staff their booth with 2-3 people daily during Lucky Magazine shopping event. The event is a 3 days event in SoHo, November 1-3, for more info: http://luckyshops.com/index.cfm

There need to be 2-3 staff members at the booth each day:

- Working the booth November 1-3 http://luckyshops.com/tickets.cfm.

- Hours are: Thursday 6-9pm, Friday 10am-7pm, Saturday 10am-5pm

- You will be compensated for the work in money (100USD / per person) and t/f bags, as well as with 1-2 tickets for your friends to attend the event. They will also get free Lucky magazine subscription while shopping for amazing brands at discounted prices.

- You will be provided with all the information needed to be able to do the sales (prices, how to use credit card machine, cash, inventory, etc). 

For more information, or to apply: email Olena at olena@thufri.com.

Discovery Programs: Part-Time Gymnastics Coach

Discovery Programs offers a broad range of classes for babies through teens, from ballet and gymnastics to art and parenting workshops. Discovery Programs began in 1973 when founder and executive director Lisa Stark began her own ballet school and the Walden School opened their doors to the public with an interesting afterschool program for the community.

Discovery Programs is currently seeking experienced coaches for their children's recreational and competitive gymnastic programs.  Morning and afternoon hours are available Monday-Friday.  Must be able to spot all Olympic events, have great communication skills and love the sport.

Location: Upper Westside location 251 West 100th Street @West End Avenue

Hours: 4 to 16 hours per week

Pay: Begins at $20/hour

How to apply: email your resume to Lisa Stark, Executive Director at lisa@discoveryprograms.com, or head to CareerLink, Job ID#: 12234.

For more information, please visit our website, http://www.discoveryprograms.com

The New York Botanical Garden: Weekend Assistant

The Weekend Assistant assists Public Education staff in executing weekend programming for visitors. Duties include: making advance preparations for artistic performances and horticulture demonstrations, distributing event materials, soliciting public participation, assisting with running the events and handling after-event tasks. The Weekend Assistant will work with other staff and volunteers to guarantee high quality public offerings. He/she will be required to work outdoors during many seasonal programs. He/she will be required to work weekends, some weekdays and holidays.

Responsibilities:

-Assists with running events such as lectures, concerts, curator-led tours and festivals.

-Organizes printed materials and sets up informational tables.

-Helps collect and enter data about visitors and their experiences.

-Helps with database maintenance.

-Solicits program participants.

-Some lifting, such as boxes, stanchions and signs, required.

-Walking to various areas in the Garden required.

-Required to drive a golf cart.

Requirements:

-Two years of college preferred.

-Excellent interpersonal skills.

-Experience working with the public.

-Some experience assisting with events.

-Gardening knowledge is a plus.

-Familiarity with audio-visual equipment and Microsoft Office is desired.

-Driver’s license is required.

To Apply:

Please indicate Weekend Assistant, E-0072 on cover letter and e-mail along with a resume to HR@NYBG.ORG or visit our website at WWW.NYBG.ORG and click on About and Employment. 

New York Botanical Gardens: Seasonal Visitor Services Attendants and Tram Driver Positions

The New York Botanical Gardens, located right next door to Fordham’s Rose Hill Campus, is looking for Attendants and Tram Drivers to function as an important part of the Holiday Train Show at the Garden.

Attendants: Act as the front line ambassadors for the Garden. They answer inquiries and provide directions, help plan the visitor’s day and assist with membership sales.

Tram Drivers: Perform similar duties to the attendants, while also safely transporting visitors’ through the Garden.

Qualifications:  Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills, the ability to carry 25 lbs., previous customer service experience, and must be able to work weekends, holidays, and weekdays. They must also be able to work in a variety of weather conditions, be outdoors, and sit and/or stand for long periods of time. Tram drivers additionally, must have a valid NYS driver’s license for a minimum of one year.

For more information and to apply: please visit nybg.org/employment, or call 718-817-8744.

Recruitment flier from the Botanical Gardens: