Outreach and Canvassing Assistant (Seasonal) - NYC Ferry at HNY Ferry, LLC in BROOKLYN, New York

Job Description:

NYC Ferry is seeking an Outreach and Canvassing Assistant (Seasonal) for our operation in New York City.

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences’ RESPECT Service System.

About the Opportunity:

This person will support the Community Engagement team with in-person canvassing activities, tabling at events, and representing NYC Ferry during public engagement.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supports the Vice President of Public Affairs and the Community Relations Associate with the in-person implementation of a high-touch community relations and public outreach strategy at NYC Ferry.


• As directed, conduct in-person canvassing of local neighborhoods, including door-to-door small business outreach, general canvassing of areas near current or future landings, and flyering at high-traffic pedestrian plazas.


• As directed, attend in-person events with external partners and represent NYC Ferry during interactions with attendees and hosts.


• As needed, assist in the setup and breakdown of any NYC Ferry materials at events.


• Track and report all outreach activities, including the number of engagements, to the Community Relations Associate.


• As directed, assist on community relations projects with external partners and internal teams.


• Additional job duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Passionate about public/community engagement


• Knowledgeable about New York City public transportation


• Ability to distill complex information into easily understood answers


• Independence, reliability, and strong communication skills


• Experience with Word, Excel, Office 365


• Must thrive in a fast-paced environment.

About Us:

City Experiences’ passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you’re an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.

The RESPECT Service System embodies City Experiences’ mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

City Experiences is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additional, City Experiences participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

We encourage qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records to apply.

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