Employment
Little Island is a public park and performance space providing all New Yorkers and its visitors with a unique urban oasis on the Hudson River—a place for experiences that ignite imagination, foster spontaneity and play, and support camaraderie and connection.
To make the Little Island vision a reality, we rely on a dedicated staff who are passionate about creating an engaging public space for all to enjoy. We bring the following values to our work every day, and seek candidates who embody these qualities:
- We pursue excellence with vigor, constantly striving to deliver an experience with a high standard of care for our environment and our visitors.
- We create an environment of welcoming and inclusive hospitality.
- We are problem solvers, committed to responding to challenges with integrity.
- We collaborate enthusiastically across departments to reach our shared goals.
- We believe that trust matters, and work to provide consistency, dependability, and accountability in all relationships.
At Little Island, our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to supporting you. Our comprehensive benefits package* is tailored to enhance your health, financial security, work-life balance, and professional development. Highlights include:
- a 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting
- company sponsored health insurance and additional voluntary perks like commuter benefits, FSA, and pet insurance
- generous paid time off including vacation, personal, floating holidays and sick leave
- Partial cellphone reimbursement
- complimentary tickets to Little Island events and discounts to Little Island food kiosks
- funded professional development programs (including Excel, Spanish, and ESL)
- monthly staff gatherings and seasonal celebrations
*Eligibility varies by employment status
Thanks for your interest in joining our team. As we continue to grow, we’ll be posting new opportunities regularly so please check back for new positions!
Little Island is a proud equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, familial or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. If you require reasonable accommodation in order to complete an application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please let us know by contacting us at jobs@littleisland.org.
Communications and Content Associate
Little Island seeks a dynamic and creative Communications and Content Associate to join our Communications team, reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications. This role is central to driving audience engagement through compelling storytelling, content creation, and social media management. With a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, this position ensures brand consistency while exploring fresh opportunities to connect with the public. Ideal for someone both analytical and imaginative, this role offers space for creativity and professional growth. Working closely with the Marketing and Communications team, you’ll develop engaging content, foster community connections, and support broader marketing and communications initiatives that elevate Little Island’s presence across digital and traditional platforms.
Finance Manager
Little Island seeks a Finance Manager to join our team. This individual will be responsible for overseeing key financial functions, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in all day-to-day accounting activities. The ideal candidate has strong judgment, adaptability, and experience managing financial operations, including payroll, accounts payable, and financial reporting. A proactive and forward-thinking leader, the Finance Manager will partner with the Director of Finance to oversee an operating budget of approximately $18M, ensuring strong financial controls and operational excellence.
Temporary Finance Director
Little Island is seeking a Temporary Finance Director to provide interim coverage for the current Director of Finance. The Temporary Finance Director will be responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of day-to-day non-profit accounting activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, payments, and expense control. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong judgement, adaptability, and the ability to learn quickly, while leading the finance function in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. In partnership, with the Finance Manager, the Temporary Finance Director will oversee all financial operations for an annual operating budget of approximately $10-20M.
Park Facilities Manager
The Park Facilities Manager oversees the day-to-day maintenance of the entire park facility. This includes responsibility for all routine, reactive, and preventative maintenance to ensure the park’s infrastructure remains functional and meets Little Island’s operational standards. The role involves leading the development and execution of a comprehensive maintenance program for all park facilities, such as public and performance spaces, back of house areas including restrooms, dressing rooms and storage areas. The manager directly supervises the facilities team to ensure maintenance tasks are completed efficiently and tracks work to improve overall operations. Additional responsibilities include managing inspections, overseeing repairs, resolving maintenance issues to minimize disruptions, and supporting special park projects. This position reports to the Senior Director of Park Operations.
Custodian
Little Island’s Custodians are essential members of the Park Operations team, responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the park and its facilities. In addition to the park’s beautiful outdoor spaces, Little Island also features performance venues, public restrooms, indoor meeting rooms, staff and artist areas, food carts, and various equipment. Custodians work collaboratively across departments, jumping in to solve problems, addressing park needs, and proactively communicating concerns to park leadership. Their work is vital in fostering welcoming and memorable experiences for visitors. The Park Operations department includes a diverse team of Park Supervisors, Custodians, Facilities Staff, Horticulturists, and Administrators, all committed to the daily operations of the park. Custodians report directly to the Park Operations Manager. As a Custodian at Little Island, you’ll be a part of a collaborative team that is deeply passionate about creating and maintaining a beautiful and welcoming public space. You’ll have the opportunity
Park Attendant
Little Island’s Park Attendants are the frontline stewards of the park, and ensure a welcoming, safe, and enjoyable environment for visitors. As a key member of the Park Operations team, Park Attendants actively contribute to maintaining the park’s beauty, cleanliness, and safety while creating a memorable experience for all who visit. Attendants will work collaboratively with staff across various departments and assist in day-to-day operations, problem-solving, and park maintenance. The Park Operations department includes Park Supervisors, Custodians, Facilities Staff, Horticulture staff, and Administrators, all working together to support the public’s experience. As a Park Attendant, you’ll be part of a dynamic, collaborative team committed to creating an exceptional public space. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a beautiful outdoor setting, engaging with a diverse community of park visitors while ensuring their experience is safe and enjoyable. This role also offers valuable hands-on experience in park operations, event coordination, safety