The Times Square Alliance (formerly the Times Square Business Improvement District), founded in 1992, works to improve and promote Times Square so that it retains the energy, edge and distinctiveness that have made it an icon for entertainment, culture and urban life for almost a century.  In addition to providing core services with 50 Public Safety Officers and 50 Sanitation associates, the Alliance promotes local businesses, co-coordinates numerous major events in Times Square like New Year’s Eve and Broadway on Broadway, manages an Information Center and advocates on behalf of its constituents with respect to a host of public policy, planning and quality-of-life issues.

The District covers most of the territory from 40th Street to 53rd Street between 6th and 8th Avenues, as well as Restaurant Row (46th Street between 8th and 9th Avenue).  It includes all 39 Broadway theaters; the headquarters of major media companies such as the New York Times, Viacom, Conde Nast, Reuters, Bertelsmann and Universal Music Group; broadcast studios for MTV, ABC, and NASDAQ/MSNBC; one-quarter of all hotel rooms in Manhattan; the corporate headquarters of  Morgan Stanley, Lehman Brothers, Ernst & Young, Ogilvy & Mather, US Trust and Edelman Public Relations, among others; and is the home to law firms such as Proskauer Rose LLP, Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom and Cravath Swaine & Moore, and Wilkie Farr & Gallagher.

CURRENT OPENINGS

  • Director, Economic Development and Retail
  • Part Time Policy, Planning & Design Associate
  • Special Assistant to the President
  • Marketing/ Communications Intern
  • Marketing/Events Intern
  • Public Safety Officer
  • Communications Associate (Part-time)

 

DIRECTOR, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND RETAIL

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Real Estate & Economic Development
The office worker and residential communities in Times Square represent enormous spending potential but are underserved by current retail choices. The Times Square Alliance aims to help businesses capture some of this lost opportunity by making the area a more desirable place for people to live, shop and work. As part of the ongoing revitalization of Times Square, the Times Square Alliance is currently engaged in a focused series of initiatives intended to improve the quality of life and “New York-style character” of Eighth Avenue. The Director is responsible for:

  • Promoting Eighth Avenue as an attractive corridor for unique, locally based businesses
  • Developing promotional materials and communicating with real estate brokers and potential tenants about the benefits of doing business on Eighth Avenue
  • Coordinating events and meetings such as broker lunches, forums on the development of architecture and retail on Eighth Avenue
  • Supporting the Capital Programs Manager or the Art, Design, and Public Programming Manager on capital and cultural initiatives and special events related in particular to the promotion of Eighth Avenue.

Sustainability Program
The Director will investigate ways in which Times Square can become a more sustainable neighborhood. Specific tasks will include:

  • Developing alternative transportation programs aimed at theatergoers, shoppers and commuters
  • Investigating the feasibility of TSA offering energy audits or other evaluative services to its property owners and tenants
  • Developing publications and/or forums for disseminating information to our stakeholders about energy incentive programs available through utilities, the State of New York and the federal government.

Intergovernmental and Community Relations
The Director will be responsible for forging relationships with relevant community groups and elected officials, such as the Community Boards and Borough President, and for tracking and responding to issues in the District that require coordination with these entities. The Director will have responsibility for:

  • Attending Community Board Four and Five meetings and relevant subcommittee meetings
  • Representing the President or Vice President for Policy, Planning and Design at Council hearings and other public meetings as needed
  • Tracking public space and public policy issues including newsstands, phone booths and vending and crafting responses to these issues
  • Coordinating the Eighth Avenue Board of Directors Subcommittee meetings and Eighth Avenue Committee meetings and managing relationships with members of both committees

SKILLS
Preferred candidates will possess a Master’s Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Government or Business Administration, preferably with a concentration in urban economic development, and two years of relevant work experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel required, and experience with GIS is a plus. The Director should possess excellent communication, writing and analytical skills. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Please email resume and cover letter to:
hr@timessquarenyc.org
Attn: HR-DIR


PART TIME POLICY, PLANNING & DESIGN ASSOCIATE

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Data Collection and Research
The Policy, Planning, and Design Associate will be responsible for coordinating the collection of an array of economic, real estate and quality of life data. This data will be used regularly to include in Weekly Indicator reports, Annual Reports, meetings of the Alliance’s Board of Directors, and will also be used to support the needs of PPD projects. Specific tasks include:

  • The Associate will coordinate with consultants to conduct biannual pedestrian counts in Times Square. The Associate will also coordinate any other pedestrian- or vehicular-related research the Alliance deems necessary.
  • The Associate may as necessary coordinate research related to demographics and economic development in Times Square or along Eighth Avenue.
  • The Associate will collect data related to commercial building occupancy, asking rates and new leasing activity for the Class A and Class B&C commercial properties within the Alliance boundaries, as well as for the Midtown and Downtown markets.
  • The Associate will work with the Public Safety Division to collect information on new retail tenants in the district, as well as retail closings.
  • The Associate will collect data from consultants related to hotels and tourism in Times Square.
  • The Associate will collect information from the Broadway League related to attendance, capacity, and Playing Weeks.

Publications and Design
The Policy, Planning, and Design Associate will be responsible for producing printed and electronic reports and some creative material as needed. This will include weekly indicator reports, planning documents, maps, graphs, and certain promotional materials. Specific tasks include:

  • Producing presentation materials for Board of Directors and subcommittee meetings
  • Generating maps of place-specific data in the district, such as biannual pedestrian counts, real estate and development, or new, planned, and vacant retail spaces.
  • Generating charts and graphs on an ongoing basis of data collected regularly
  • Regularly working with Marketing to update sections of the Alliance’s website pertaining to PPD projects, activities, and data collection.

SKILLS
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign is essential. Experience with GIS is a plus. The Policy, Planning, and Design Associate should possess excellent communication, writing and analytical skills. This is a part time position, not to exceed 20 hours per week.

Please email resume and cover letter to:
hr@timessquarenyc.org
Attn: HR-PPD


SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT

The President of the Times Square Alliance, a business improvement district in New York City, seeks an extremely bright, very well-organized and hard-working recent college graduate to help him and his staff prepare for, manage and follow-up on his daily tasks, meetings and activities.

This is an opportunity to work closely with a dynamic but demanding leader of a high-profile non-profit, and in the process learn about management, non-profits, city government and urban affairs in New York City.

While most of the tasks will relate to the mechanics of organizing the President’s day and activities (this is not a policy position), the Special Assistant will be exposed to a very broad range of issues, challenges and people. 

The ideal candidate is ultimately interested in public or non-profit management, loves New York City, and sees this as an entry-level position that allows him or her to learn a great deal.  He or she must have an appetite for detail-oriented work (much of which is decidedly not sexy), be an excellent writer and proofreader, and extremely well-organized.  A two-year commitment in this position is preferred.

Among other things, the Special Assistant will work closely with the President and his Executive Assistant to:

  • Manage and organize his task and to-do lists, short and long-term
  • Prepare for daily morning briefings to go over key items for the day
  • Prepare agendas and collect materials for internal and external meetings
  • Filter emails, mail, phone messages, and staff requests for time-sensitive items
  • De-brief from meetings and track follow-up items
  • Oversee and update President’s contact lists
  • Draft basic correspondence and review correspondence submitted for signature
  • Prepare agendas, materials and Powerpoint presentations for Executive Committee, Board meetings and special presentations

Interested candidate should send resume and cover letter to:
Times Square Alliance
1560 Broadway, Suite 800
New York, NY 10036
Attn: HR-PRES ASSISTANT
Fax: 212-768-0233
E-mail: hr@timessquarenyc.org
www.timessquarenyc.org

MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Times Square Alliance is seeking a highly-motivated non-paid intern to help us improve and promote Times Square, cultivating the creativity, energy and edge that have made the area an icon of entertainment, culture and urban life for over a century.

The Marketing/Communications Intern will support the Communications department in its efforts to publicize Times Square Alliance events and initiatives.  Responsibilities will range from data entry to performing research to updating the website.    

The Intern will also support our annual spring & summer events, including Taste of Times Square, Summer Solstice in Times Square: Yoga, and Dancing at the Crossroads. The Intern will work the event including set up, registration, manning booths, supporting participating businesses, distributing programs and surveying participants.

The Marketing/Communications Intern must be available to work the events on the following dates: the evening of Monday, June 8 and all day Sunday, June 21.  The Intern will be able to take pre-scheduled comparable time off during their regular hours to compensate for the hours they work at these events.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

  • Strong administrative and organizational skills
  • Enthusiasm and initiative
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Web savvy, able to efficiently perform web searches
  • Self-starter who works well independently and with a team
  • Comfortable preparing databases in Excel
  • Comfortable interacting, via the phone and in person with the press, businesses and the public
  • Minimum of 15 hours/week

Interested candidate should send resume and cover letter to:
Times Square Alliance
1560 Broadway, Suite 800
New York, NY 10036
Attn: HR-MAR/INTERN
Fax: 212-768-0233
E-mail: hr@timessquarenyc.org
www.timessquarenyc.org

Marketing/ Events Intern

 

The Times Square Alliance is seeking a highly-motivated non-paid intern to help us improve and promote Times Square, cultivating the creativity, energy and edge that have made the area an icon of entertainment, culture and urban life for over a century.

The Marketing/Events Intern will support our Crossroads Card loyalty program. The Crossroads Card is available for free to employees and residents of the Times Square District. The program offers discounts and perks to cardholders at businesses throughout Times Square. The Marketing/Events Intern, in partnership with a staff member, will contact local businesses informing them of this free program and solicit participation. The Intern will also be involved in distribution and marketing of the card to cardholders via email, advertising and promotion.

The Intern will also support our annual spring and summer events, including Taste of Times Square, Summer Solstice in Times Square: Yoga, and Dancing at the Crossroads. The Intern will work the event including set up, registration, manning booths, supporting participating businesses, distributing programs and surveying participants.

The Marketing/Events Intern must be available to work the events on the following dates: the evening of Monday, June 8 and all day Sunday, June 21.  The Intern will be able to take pre-scheduled comparable time off during their regular hours to compensate for the hours they work at these events.

Qualifications/Skills:

  • Strong administrative and organizational skills
  • Enthusiasm and initiative
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Self-starter who works well independently and with a team
  • Comfortable preparing databases in Excel
  • Comfortable interacting, via the phone and in person, with businesses and the public
  • Minimum of 15 hours/week

Interested candidates please send cover letter and resume to:

Times Square Alliance
1560 Broadway, Suite 800
New York, NY 10036
Attn: HR-MAR-E Intern
e-mail: hr@timessquarenyc.org
Fax: 212-768-0233

 

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Public Safety Officer is the public face of the Times Square Alliance. PSOs work to carry out the mission of the Public Safety & Quality of Life Division on the street, and in doing so have three areas of responsibility:

  • Contribute to public safety in the District.
  • Observe and report conditions and problems in the District.
  • Provide helpful and accurate information to visitors.

PSOs work to provide and enhance public safety by providing a visible presence that is a deterrent to crime, and by reporting criminal activity or disorderly conduct. PSOs also support counter-terrorism activities by remaining alert for suspicious activity. PSOs respond to accidents or other emergency situations and are responsible for notifying and aiding as necessary New York City emergency personnel. PSOs also assist with crowd control, at both planned and unplanned events, and during emergency situations.

While on patrol PSOs are responsible for monitoring the aesthetics of the District by reporting unsightly conditions or any condition that is unsafe or hazardous. As part of their routine duties PSOs make follow-up observations of reported conditions, contributing to their speedy repair.

PSOs are expected to maintain a helpful and courteous demeanor with the public. A primary responsibility of PSOs is to provide visitors (and residents) with information about the District, such as directions to a specific location, establishment, or event.

PSOs are the Alliance’s eyes and ears on the street and are expected to observe and report any changes or interesting, unusual, or suspicious activity. For example, PSOs are expected to notice and report new businesses or construction activity. While on patrol, PSOs monitor street activity for compliance with city regulations, reporting those in violation and taking corrective action if possible (for example requesting illegally positions vendors and peddlers to move). PSOs collaborate on programs to work with the homeless and people who are emotionally disturbed, and monitor their presence in the District.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Public Safety

  • Conduct daily patrol on post as assigned by the sergeant.
  • Provide a visible public safety presence, reporting disorderly conduct or criminal activity.
  • Be vigilant in the observation of suspicious behavior and carry out anti-terror patrol duties.
  • Respond to accidents and emergency situations, make appropriate notifications, and assist NYC emergency personnel at the scene.

Quality of Life

  • Report and monitor deteriorated physical conditions, both those which are hazardous and those which negatively affect the appearance of the District.
  • Following procedures, follow up with conditions that have been reported earlier by checking to see if they have been repaired.
  • Observe and report changes in the District, especially looking for new business establishments or new construction activity, and report these according to procedure.
  • Help manage and direct crowds, for both planned events and unplanned situations.
  • Monitor street activity for compliance with city rules and regulations, reporting those out of compliance, such as illegally positioned vendors and peddlers.
  • Report any unusual or noteworthy situation or condition.
  • Respond appropriately to homeless and emotionally disturbed people.

Providing Informative & Serving the Public

  • Provide helpful and accurate information to visitors to the District.
  • Maintain an up-to-date and accurate understanding of information which is of interest to visitors and others, in order to provide helpful and reliable information when asked questions on patrol.
  • Assist lost individuals, and help with lost or found property.

General Responsibilities

  • Participate in problem-solving activities, identifying emerging issues and concerns in the District and working on proposals to address these problems, working with the sergeant and other Division staff. 
  • Maintain helpful and courteous relationships with businesses and residents in the District, soliciting and responding to their public safety and quality of life concerns.

Interested candidates please send cover letter and resume to:

Times Square Alliance
1560 Broadway, Suite 800
New York, NY 10036
Attn: HR-PSO
e-mail: hr@timessquarenyc.org
Fax: 212-768-0233

COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE

The Times Square Alliance is seeking a smart, creative self-starter to join its Communications Department. The candidate must possess excellent writing and computer skills. The position will create, author and coordinate key components of our website and other communication vehicles working closely with the Director of Communications and the Vice President of Marketing & Communications.

 

The position will also support with the day to day functions of the Communications Group. The Communications Group develops and manages all media relations, publicity events and the dissemination of internal and external communications including mailings/newsletters and the official Times Square website for the Times Square Alliance. Responsibilities include assisting with the following tasks:

  • Researching & perusing new content for the website
  • Providing copy for website, newsletters and email blasts
  • Developing  partnerships that can enhance the content of the website
  • Develop strategies, in partnership with marketing that increases traffic to the website
  • Creating and updating web pages for both the major annual and one-off events
  • Liaise with all TSA staff to provide necessary copy for events and programs
  • Authoring e-newsletters
  • Developing and maintaining photo library
  • Daily monitoring of print media for relevant material and clipping
  • Capturing relevant television coverage (maintain video library)
  • Editing  video clips of media coverage and event highlights
  • Generating, editing and proofing written materials
  • Conceptual brainstorming, research, planning and copy creation/messaging for programs and events
  • Other projects as assigned

Qualifications

  • Excellent written communication skills
  • Web savvy, able to efficiently perform web searches and proficient with the following computer applications – Outlook, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, DreamWeaver, inDesign, Excel. Illustrator a plus
  • Knowledge of video editing a plus
  • Enthusiasm and initiative
  • Attention to detail

Interested candidates please send cover letter and resume to:

Times Square Alliance
1560 Broadway, Suite 800
New York, NY 10036
Attn: HR-COMM
e-mail: hr@timessquarenyc.org
Fax: 212-768-0233

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