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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@bryantpark.org with the subject line 'House Manager'. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Phone calls and office visits will NOT be accepted. Bryant Park Corporation and 34th Street Partnership are hiring a House Manager to facilitate summer programming in both districts.