Job Openings & RFPs

Title: Winter Associate
Location: New York City
Pay: $18/hour
 

34th Street Partnership is hiring part-time, seasonal staff responsible for assisting with customer service at the Macy's Holiday Square Open Air Market. We are seeking a responsible and enthusiastic Christmas Carousel operator to join our team. In this role, you will ensure the safe and enjoyable operation of the ride while providing excellent customer service to guests of all ages.
 

Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor the Christmas Carousel safely and efficiently.
• Assist riders with boarding and exiting the ride.
• Enforce all safety rules and height requirements.
• Perform routine safety checks and report any mechanical concerns.
• Provide friendly and professional customer service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization around the ride area.
   

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 1 year of retail sales, customer service, or visitor services experience.
• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening prior to employment.
• Strong sense of responsibility and attention to safety.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and interact with the public.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
   

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work in a team environment.
• Responsible and detail-oriented with excellent observation skills.
• Organized and able to prioritize tasks in order of importance.
• Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and major holidays.
• Access and responsiveness to email and text.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability and willingness to work outside in a variety of weather, stand for long periods of time, and get your hands dirty.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Cash handling experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree.
   

This position begins with a three-week trial period. Associates who receive a passing evaluation after 3 weeks will be invited to continue in their position.

The Winter Associate role will start in mid-November and is expected to run through early January. The length of the season and hours of operation are subject to change. Successful hires will be eligible for other seasonal employment opportunities with 34th Street Partnership and its sister company, the Bryant Park Corporation.
 

Interested candidates should send their resume and a cover letter to winterjob@34bp.org with the subject line “Winter Associate.”