JAMAICA CENTER, in Jamaica, Queens NY, is a dynamic, highly energized commercial area -- a destination for shoppers, not just locally, but from out-of state. From hot, trendy styles, to hip-hop clothing to church attire, you can find it here!! Major national retailers, regional stores mixed in with mom and pop shops, that's Jamaica Center. Whether it's jewelry, perfume, children's clothing, a house warming present or a special gift, you'll find it here.
Home to York College, Queens Borough Library, historic King Manor Museum, The Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning, Afrikan Poetry Theatre, a 15-theatre movie complex, and the Landmark performance space, there is always a reason to come on down and check out Jamaica Avenue.
Jamaica Center -- It's In The Bag.
POSITION: Director, Jamaica Center Business Improvement District
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Director of the Jamaica Center BID must be an intelligent, motivated person who is capable of providing leadership in several areas. The candidate must be comfortable and experienced in an administrative role and be an excellent communicator (interpersonal, written, and oral). The candidate will oversee the daily operations of the BID, which entails contract management and supervision. He or she must be comfortable with financial management skills. The candidate will report to the Board of Directors of the Jamaica Center District Management Association on a regular basis. He or she must be committed to the revitalization of downtown Jamaica and be able to convey that commitment and enthusiasm to BID members, merchants and residents. The Jamaica Center BID Director will cooperate with neighboring Jamaica BIDs, namely, the 165th Street Mall BID and Sutphin Boulevard BID, to foster positive cooperative dynamics among the three downtown BIDs. The candidate must have a working knowledge of New York City government. Above all, the candidate must be capable of acting effectively as spokesperson and advocate for interests of the BID members, based on guidance provided by organization.
The BID Director’s daily responsibilities include but are not limited to:
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum – Bachelor Degree, preferably Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, Urban Development, Community Organization and Planning in Social Work or relevant field.
TO APPLY:
Submit cover and resume to Search Committee, Jamaica Center Business Improvement District, 90-50 Parsons Blvd., Jamaica, NY 11432 and JCIA.searchcommittee@gmail.com with “Director Position” in the subject line.
Subway
'E' or 'J' to Jamaica Center, Parsons Blvd., last stop
'F' to Parsons Blvd., Hillside Ave., walk 3 blocks south along Parsons to Jamaica Ave.
Bus
More than 2 dozen Transit Authority and Long Island buses come to Jamaica.
Call MTA 718-330-1234 for information
LIRR
Long Island Rail Road to Jamaica Station, walk 2 blocks north to Jamaica Avenue, make right, going east
Car
Grand Central Parkway
Westbound to 168th St.
Eastbound to Parsons Blvd.
Van Wyck Expressway: to Jamaica Ave eastbound
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Jamaica Center BID: 718-526-2422
90-50 Parsons Blvd, Jamaica, New York 11432
Email: jamaicabidnyc@aol.com