LIC BID Field Operations Coordinator

The LICP seeks a LIC BID Field Operations Coordinator to support the work of the BID Department.

Background and Company Information

The Long Island City Partnership‘s (LICP) mission is to advocate for economic development that benefits Long Island City’s industrial, commercial, cultural, and residential sectors. The goal is to attract new businesses to LIC, retain those already here, welcome new residents and visitors, and promote a vibrant and authentic mixed-use community. More information can be found at licqns.com.

The LIC Partnership also operates the Long Island City Business Improvement District (LIC BID) which provides targeted services such as supplemental on street sanitation, beautification, marketing, and maintenance for the neighborhood's commercial core.

Job Description

This position will focus on assisting with day-to-day BID operations, such as helping to manage our on-street services, tracking and reporting street conditions and occasional outreach for events or promotions.

The ideal candidate will possess an interest in community economic development. They will have good time management habits, the ability to multi-task and focus on multiple concurrent projects and enjoy spending majority of time out in the field. This position reports to and operates under the direction of the Senior Director of BID Operations. Schedule may shift due to occasional weeknight and weekend events and meetings.

Responsibilities: The following is a list of areas of responsibility, with examples of tasks, but it is not a complete list.

Field Operations:

• Routinely walk the district to survey and track neighborhood conditions, documenting issues and following up with relevant city and state agencies to maintain the highest quality conditions in the area
• Support the execution of initiatives for district beautification and enhancement including landscaping in tree pits and parks, banners, flower baskets, lighting, public art, volunteer days
• Track street furniture and other streetscape assets (garbage cans, tree pits, light poles)
• Capture photos and videos during field operations for use on our website, social media channels, annual reports, and other promotional materials
• Maintain records of service requests in our internal tracking tools (Salesforce, Ginkgo, Monday.com)
• Occasional support with special projects including outreach for events and promotions, volunteer activities and public art initiatives.

Who Should Apply?

This part-time, entry-level position is ideal for current college or graduate students, recent graduates, or individuals with equivalent experience. We're looking for candidates who are passionate about neighborhood development, the urban realm, and who are eager to launch or grow their careers in these fields.

Qualifications:

• Must be physically present, not a remote position
• Must be physically capable of working outdoors in all weather
• Fast Learner, self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Communicates effectively (verbally and in writing)
• Knowledge of BID and NYC government agencies are helpful, but not required