About NYRR

New York Road Runners (NYRR) was founded in 1958 when a small group of passionate runners vowed to bring running to the people and has grown from a local running club into the world's premier community running organization. NYRR's vision is to build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running.

NYRR's year-round offerings of races, community events, programs, and training resources provide hundreds of thousands of people with the motivation, know-how, and opportunities to start running and keep running for life. NYRR's premier event, the famed TCS New York City Marathon, attracts the world's top professional runners and committed amateurs alike, while also raising millions of dollars annually for charity and driving economic impact for New York City. NYRR is equally committed to the runners of tomorrow, passionately providing youth fitness programs that educate and inspire children in underserved communities in New York City, nationwide, and around the world.

Headquartered in New York City, NYRR is a 501(c)(3) organization. To learn more, please visit www.nyrr.org.

At New York Road Runners, we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace by finding the best candidate for the job. We understand that skills come from a variety of different backgrounds. Checking off every single requirement on our job description is not necessary to apply. If you think you are a good fit and have a passion for the work we do, please submit your application. We are eager to learn about your experience and skills! You may be the right candidate for this or other open positions.

New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About the Department

Our Event Development and Production department develops and produces NYRR events from concept all the way through execution in a way which fulfills NYRR's mission. NYRR produces 56 races per year, in addition to the TCS New York City Marathon, and additional events within each race. The events team is responsible for physical site management, volunteer management, hospitality and special events, safety & security, and managing our Warehouse and all race collateral.

About the Position

The Part-Time Administrative Assistant, Warehouse Operations, Event Development and Production reports to the Director, Warehouse Operations, Event Development and Production and is responsible for providing administrative and operational support to the larger New York Road Runner team.? This role is a Part-Time position, approximately 25 hours per week; flexible schedule needed for larger events (i.e., NYC Half, Brooklyn Half, NYC Marathon).

This role will be located at our warehouse in Bronx, NY. The preferred working days and times are Tuesday-Thursday 8am - 4pm.

Job Responsibilities:

Serve as the face of the warehouse of NYRR Answering/directing incoming calls, as well as greeting, directing, and assisting visitors.

Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries, reporting on shipping.

Assist with expense reports, filing, departmental communications, calendar updates.

Assist with maintaining and ordering office supply and pantry inventory.

Miscellaneous duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Experience:

1-2 years administrative /customer service experience

Education & Certifications:

College degree preferred not required

Skills and Attributes:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)

Strong attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Professional and friendly demeanor

Ability to speak Spanish strongly preferred not required

Ability to work occasional weekends or evenings

Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Other Requirements:

All staff are required to work the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon, RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, and the TCS NYC Marathon.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 25-30 lbs.

Pay Rate: $25.00/Hour

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