Program & Communications Assistant

The Lincoln Square Business Improvement District (BID), a small not-for-profit tax-exempt organization on the Upper West Side, is seeking a Program & Communications Assistant to join our professional team as we maintain our focus on making this unique Upper West Side neighborhood clean, safe, beautiful, and fun. 

This is a challenging and rewarding position for a person with an interest in arts and culture, neighborhood development and economic revitalization. The position offers a great opportunity for personal and professional growth and provides exposure to a variety of stakeholders. This is a full-time, in-office position with a strong emphasis on communications, marketing and business support as well as some administrative responsibilities.

Program & Communications Assistant duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responsible for marketing and business support efforts, including writing and editing stories for the BID’s website, weekly eblast, and social media efforts.
• Research and prepare marketing/business support brochures and digital guides.
• Liaise with local cultural organizations, businesses and other stakeholders to obtain up-to-date information on what is going on.
• Provide general staff and office support for Board meetings, Annual Meeting, Committee meetings; prepare and maintain minutes of Board/Committee meetings.
• Assist with BID programs including production of seasonal events and holiday lighting.
• Maintain lists, databases and accurate files on vendors, sub-contractors, etc.
• Responsible for financial record keeping working with Executive Vice President & Bookkeeper.
• Attend community meetings representing Lincoln Square BID and President.

Job Requirements:  

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent required      
• Outstanding written and oral communications skills.       
• Outstanding computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe programs, and email marketing platforms. 
• Comfortable with learning new computer software programs, including Salesforce.
• Extremely detail-oriented, strong organizational skills, hands-on, able to work independently and multi-task.     
• Self-starter and team player with strong interpersonal skills, excellent public speaking ability, personable, energetic, outgoing, and creative.
• Minimum of two years paid experience in business improvement district, government, non-profit organization or cultural organization preferred.
• Familiarity with Upper West Side programs, organizations and key leaders a plus.
• Proof of full COVID vaccination