Public Programs Coordinator - Queens Botanical Garden Society

About This Opportunity

The Garden seeks a dynamic professional who can support our public program offerings, which are centered on our mission to bring together people, plants and culture. The person in this role will support QBG’s Public Program Manager in all activities related to planning and implementation of QBG’s public programs, as well as the education department as a whole.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning and execution of small and large events such as festivals, workshops, performances, and other cultural events.
• Design, coordinate and facilitate botanical and environmentally themed activities such as workshops, for the public onsite and off-site.
• Support with post event tasks such as data tracking.
• Draft event description on online platform such as Eventbrite.
• Help manage online registration, vendor applications, and invoicing.
• Help manage communication with partners, vendors, artists, and visitors.
• Work with other QBG staff to curate and lead walking tours and talks highlighting the garden’s collection and work.
• Work with and supervise interns and volunteers for planning and delivering programming such as single day activities, events, workshops and discovery program.
• Conduct community outreach.
• Support teaching, administrative and logistical duties of education department, as needed.
• Create signage and materials for events and programming.
• Supply organization and inventory.
• Assist with event setup and breakdown.

Qualifications:

• At least 2-3 years of experience in education, event planning, public realm programming, hospitality/tourism or related fields
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint); design skills a plus
• Excellent communication, facilitation, writing
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Ability to work outdoors, stand for long periods of time and lift 20-30 pounds
• Team-player with strong interpersonal skills
• Strong passion and interest in botany and environmental sustainability
• Interest and experience in creating safe, welcoming spaces for people of all backgrounds
• Experience working in outdoor education, particularly in environmental, botanical or gardening a plus
• Language skills in Chinese, Korean, Spanish, or other a plus

Schedule:

This is part-time seasonal position from June through October. Position is available from 20-28 hours per week, Thursday through Sunday, with flexibility to work Wednesday through Saturday some weeks.

Salary: $25 / Hour

For consideration, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant documents via our Career Center.

If you encounter difficulties with uploading documents to the portal, please send via email to hr@queensbotanical.org.

Health & Safety: proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for employment.

Queens Botanical Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). The Garden does not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, national origin, disability (physical or mental), age, marital status, veteran/active military service member status, political affiliation, mental illness, socioeconomic status or background, neuro(a)typicality, physical appearance, genetic information, immigration or citizenship status, status as victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, arrest or conviction record, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, employment/unemployment status, salary history, credit history, marital/partnership stratus, caregiver status, height and weight, or any other legally protected status. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact Human Resources via email or phone 718-886-3800 x 203.