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  • PETITION GATHERERS and NYC Canvassers
    PETITION GATHERERS and NYC Canvassers
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan

    NYC CANVASSERS & PETITION GATHERERS Immediate Start Available! Job Opportunities Across New York City Walk-In Recruitment & Daily Meet-Up 📍 330 West 38th Street, Suite 808, New York, NY 🕙 Mon-Fri | 12:00 – 3:00 PM Earn Money While Working in Your Community. Be apart of a large team of motivated New Yorkers working on upcoming citywide projects, including: • State wide petition drives, • Community outreach campaigns, • Public events and activations, • Neighborhood engagement programs, • Parades and civic events, • Voter education initiatives, • Election pollsite work Students, retirees, veterans, and career changers encouraged to apply. Whether you have canvassing experience or are looking for a flexible way to earn extra income, we want to meet you. Position Canvasser / Petition Gatherer Location New York City Coverage Areas 1. • Manhattan (New York County), 2. • Brooklyn (Kings County), 3. • Queens (Queens County), 4. • Bronx (Bronx County), 5. • Staten Island (Richmond County) Schedule • Flexible Part-Time Hours, • Weekdays, • Weekends, • Mornings, • Evenings Responsibilities • Collect petition signatures from eligible New Yorker Voters, • Engage residents at doors, events, and public locations, • Educate community members on campaigns and initiatives, • Record outreach using mobile canvassing applications, • Maintain accurate data and reporting, • Represent projects professionally and respectfully What We're Looking For • Strong communication skills, • Comfortable speaking with people face-to-face, • Reliable and punctual, • Self-motivated and energetic, • Able to work independently and with a team, • Flexible schedule preferred Experience • Canvassing, • Petition gathering, • Door to door outreach, • Community outreach, • Election Pollsite work, • Customer service, • Brand ambassador work, • Event staffing, • Political campaign work Requirements ✔ Smartphone (iPhone or Android) ✔ Active data plan ✔ Ability to download and use canvassing apps ✔ Comfortable working outdoors and walking neighborhoods ✔ Registered NYC Voter ✔ Authorized to work in the United States Recommended • Portable charger, • Clipboard, pen, • Comfortable walking shoes Technology Used • MiniVAN and other canvassing software, • Outreach and data collection platforms and apps Compensation Competitive pay based on performance, project requirements, and experience. Additional opportunities available for top-performing team members. Who Thrives in This Role? People who enjoy: • Meeting new people, • Working outdoors, • Flexible schedules, • Community engagement, • Earning based on performance, • Being part of meaningful campaigns and public initiatives Apply Today Come meet our team and learn about current and upcoming opportunities throughout New York City. 📍 330 West 38th Street, Suite 808 🕛 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM All New Yorkers are encouraged to apply.

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  • Appointment Setter
    Appointment Setter
    2 months ago
    $18–$20 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Call Center Representative Job Description Template We are searching for a polite, professional call center representative to work closely with other team members to provide outstanding service to our customers by answering questions, handling complaints, and troubleshooting problems with our products and services. The call center representative may handle a high volume of inbound or outbound calls or both and should seek to create a positive experience for each caller. They will listen to clients to understand the reason for their call, address all questions or complaints, and provide an accurate and efficient response. To be a successful call center representative, you should be customer-focused, detail oriented, and efficient. You should be polite, reliable, knowledgeable, and adaptable. Call Center Representative Responsibilities: • Answering or making calls to clients to learn about and address their needs, complaints, or other issues with products or services., • Responding efficiently and accurately to callers, explaining possible solutions, and ensuring that clients feel supported and valued., • Engaging in active listening with callers, confirming or clarifying information and diffusing angry clients, as needed., • Building lasting relationships with clients and other call center team members based on trust and reliability., • Utilizing software, databases, scripts, and tools appropriately., • Understanding and striving to meet or exceed call center metrics while providing excellent consistent customer service., • Making sales or recommendations for products or services that may better suit client needs., • Taking part in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of company and position., • Adhering to all company policies and procedures. Call Center Representative Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent. (prefered not required), • More education or experience may be preferred., • Exceptional customer service, active listening, and verbal and written communication skills, professional phone voice., • Understanding of company products, services, and policies., • Proficiency with computers, especially with CRM software, and strong typing skills., • Ability to ask prying questions and diffuse tense situations., • Strong time management and decision making skills., • Adaptability and accountability., • Fluency in multiple languages may be desired.

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  • Pollsite Visibility Staffer
    Pollsite Visibility Staffer
    2 months ago
    $20 hourly
    Part-time
    Clinton Hill, Brooklyn

    We are looking for a dedicated and energetic individual to serve as a Poll Site Visibility representative for a New York statewide campaign. This role is essential to building name recognition and voter enthusiasm at poll sites during the early voting period and on Election Day. You’ll be stationed at target pollsites in Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens. Commitment This position requires 40 hours of service across 5 days of Early Voting (June 13, 14, 20, 21) and Election Day (June 23, 2026). Shifts will be scheduled in coordination with the campaign across priority locations. Responsibilities • Represent the campaign at assigned poll sites by holding signs, distributing literature, and engaging with voters in a positive and welcoming manner, • Maintain a visible and enthusiastic presence outside the required buffer zone from poll site entrances in compliance with New York State election law, • Distribute palm cards, flyers, and other campaign materials to voters approaching the polls, • Engage with voters in a friendly, non-confrontational way to build support and name recognition, • Coordinate with the campaign's field team to ensure consistent coverage across assigned locations, • Track and report voter contact and literature distribution at the end of each shift, • Wear campaign merchandise (buttons, t-shirts, etc.) as provided by the campaign, • Communicate any issues or incidents at the poll site to the campaign supervisor immediately Qualifications • Strong enthusiasm for the campaign's progressive mission, • Ability to stand for extended periods outdoors in varying weather conditions, • Punctual, reliable, and able to commit to a full shift schedule, • Strong interpersonal skills and a friendly, approachable demeanor, • Prior campaign or canvassing experience is a plus but not required, • Must be familiar with or willing to learn New York State electioneering laws and buffer zone requirements Compensation • Paid $20/hr, • Campaign merchandise provided, • 1 hour paid training at $20/hr

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  • Resident Relations Specialist
    Resident Relations Specialist
    2 months ago
    $45000–$50000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Status: Non-Exempt Position: Full-time Location: In-person, Lower East Side/East Village, Manhattan Cooper Square Mutual Housing Association Management (“CSMHAM”) is a non-profit, low-income housing organization on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. We serve as the property manager to Cooper Square Mutual Housing II HDFC (“MHA II”), a residential cooperative made up of 21 buildings. Our primary mission is to manage and preserve the MHA II co-op so that it is permanently affordable for multiple generations of low-income residents. Our style of property management centers on resident engagement and community preservation. A key element to our unique and successful model is that residents who live in our housing also sit on our board of directors. Resident Relations Specialists are the primary point of contact between residents and their property management organization. The Resident Relations Specialist (RRS) works with residents and staff to identify and resolve a wide variety of issues including: · building and apt. maintenance issues, · building and apt. repair issues, · resident-involved issues that can impact the household or building, (clutter, unsanitary conditions, criminal activity, etc.) · non-payment issues, · conflicts between residents. The RRS conducts regular building meetings to get feedback from residents and share information. The RRS also conducts regular apartment and building-wide inspections to assess housing conditions and other issue that need to be addressed. This is a property management position that also involves activities typically associated with resident advocacy, social work and tenant organizing. The Resident Relations Specialists work closely with, and reports directly to, the Director Operations. This is an in-person, public facing position. Specific Responsibilities · Communicate with residents and address resident concerns. · Work with staff and residents to identify and correct housing conditions through an internal work order system. Address and track housing code violations as needed. · Work with staff and residents to address rent arrears issues. · Send late notices and house rules violation letters as needed. · Inspect apartments and buildings to identify conditions that impact residents’ quality of life. · Conduct resident wellness visits as needed. · Advertise, facilitate and attend resident building meetings. · Attend and participate in other community meetings and staff meetings. · Maintain orderly and accurate resident records and files. Create and track “change orders” and enter other relevant information into the organizational database. · Perform other duties as needed. QUALIFICATIONS · Minimum of one-year experience with property management, tenant advocacy or equivalent position. · Excellent follow-up and problem solving skills. · Excellent people skills: ability to work with and communicate well with all types of residents and all levels of staff. · Effective communication skills, including basic writing skills (ability to write letters, fill out forms, compose emails, create notices, etc.) and public speaking skills. · Basic understanding of NYC housing rules (including Housing Maintenance Code) and of tenant/co-op shareholder rights. · Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding resident personal information and organizational information is essential. · Ability to stay organized and maintain records and files. · Ability to manage multiple tasks and shift priorities according to urgency. · Ability to work with partner organizations to connect eligible residents to social service programs, benefits and other community resources. · Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office programs. · Experience using a workplace/client-based database. Experience using a housing management software such as Rent Manager or YARDI is a plus. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team; willingness to contribute ideas and take direction and receive constructive criticism. · Willingness to work evenings as needed. · Willingness to help with organizational events or projects as needed. · Respect for community residents and co-workers. · Commitment to CSMHAM mission. · Commitment to equal treatment of all community members regardless of age, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, language, citizenship status, family composition, ability, health status, gender, gender identity, sexuality, income, source of income, occupation, employment status, education, appearance, lifestyle, involvement with criminal justice system, drug use, political affiliation, etc. · Experience working in diverse, multi-lingual, low- and moderate-income communities. · Fluency in either Spanish, Cantonese or Mandarin is a plus. (but not required) · Experience working with the following specific populations is a plus: seniors, individuals with mental health challenges, individuals in recovery or dealing with drug or alcohol addiction, formerly homeless, survivors of domestic abuse, formerly incarcerated. · Experience working for a non-profit organization is a plus. · A sense of humor is a plus. COMPENSATION Salary range is $45,000--$50,000, commensurate with experience. Cooper Square Mutual Housing Association Management offers a comprehensive benefits package including employer-funded health and dental insurance benefits (following a 90-day waiting period), voluntary flexible spending plan, Simple IRA retirement plan, and paid leave time. *Cooper Square Mutual Housing Association Management* *is an equal opportunity employer (EEO).* *###*

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  • Cashier and Line cooks
    Cashier and Line cooks
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Astoria, Queens

    Birria LES Astoria, specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine including traditional Birria, is seeking highly motivated and customer-focused Cashiers to join our team. We currently operate two locations and offer both full-time and part-time positions. As a Cashier, you will be the first point of contact for our valued customers, playing a crucial role in providing an excellent dining experience. Key Responsibilities: • Provide exceptional customer service, maintaining a polite and presentable demeanor., • Efficiently take customer orders both in person and over the phone., • Organize and accurately pack multiple delivery orders in a fast-paced environment., • Ensure orders are sent out promptly and correctly., • Utilize POS systems for transactions and order management., • Communicate gracefully and efficiently with guests and co-workers., • Maintain consistent service standards and complete daily side-work and set-up tasks. What We're Looking For: • A minimum of 2 years of experience as a host or cashier., • Good communication skills., • Ability to work any day of the week and any time of the day, including holidays and weekends, demonstrating a flexible work schedule., • Excellent phone etiquette and customer service skills., • Proven experience using POS systems., • Committed, passionate, and a great team player with a positive attitude., • Prompt, reliable, straightforward, and eager to learn., • Ability to provide attentive service in a high-volume setting with a sense of urgency. Compensation and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

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