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.

Assistant Producer

Little Island is seeking an Assistant Producer to join the Artistic Programming team. Little Island is home to two distinct outdoor performance spaces where we produce, develop, and present original artistic programming. The Assistant Producer will provide essential administrative and logistical support for our programming season, which runs from June through September, as well as for development and rehearsals that take place year-round. The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem-solver with strong project management skills and the ability to anticipate needs effectively. They should be adept at determining when to address issues independently and when to seek further guidance. We strongly encourage candidates with experience supporting new work across various artistic disciplines and those familiar with outdoor environments to apply. The Assistant Producer will support the work of two Producers and will be directly supervised by one of them. Artistic Programming Little Island’s artistic programming is dedicated to new work

Technical Director

Little Island is seeking a Technical Director to join its Artistic Programming Department. This role will work closely with designers, stagehands, and other members of the Artistic Programming team to ensure the effective integration of technical elements in performances produced and presented at Little Island. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of various production disciplines, with particular expertise in carpentry. They should be adept at creative problem solving, capable of evaluating the feasibility of technical concepts, and skilled at developing solutions to navigate challenges, all while ensuring that artistic visions are realized within practical limitations. Preference will be given to candidates with experience rigging in outdoor venues. The position reports to the Production Manager. Artistic Programming Little Island’s artistic programming is dedicated to creating new work in dance, theater, music, and opera. In 2024, the Island commissioning program that featured nine world premieres from distinguished creators, including Twyla

Senior General Manager

Little Island is seeking a Senior General Manager to join its Artistic Programming department. This role will lead and oversee the execution of the administrative, operational, and financial goals of the department, which include managing artist contracts and relationships, budgeting, financial oversight, human resources, and compliance. The ideal candidate will be motivated by the opportunity to utilize their extensive experience in non-profit arts administration to contribute significantly to the development of a sustainable and equitable commission model at Little Island. The Senior General Manager should be a versatile problem solver with a proven ability to balance creativity with practicality in decision making and planning within a startup environment. They must be a proactive leader who thrives in dynamic settings, capable of navigating complex issues with clarity and decisiveness. This position will report directly to the Director of Artistic Programming. Artistic Programming Little Island’s artistic programming is dedicated to creating new

Director of Marketing and Communications

Little Island is seeking a Director of Marketing & Communications to lead the development and execution of comprehensive marketing strategies. This role will position Little Island as a premier destination for the performing arts, a leader in public and community spaces, renowned for world-class design, and a key advocate for workforce development and community programs in New York City. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of press and marketing for the park and its programming, including branding, public relations and overseeing ticket sales. The Director ensures excellence in tone, messaging, and brand consistency across all platforms, while also handling the organization’s partnerships with external PR, advertising, and ticketing agencies. Reporting jointly to the Executive Director and the Producing Artistic Director, the Director of Marketing & Communications plays a key role in shaping the public presence of Little Island, ensuring that the organization’s voice resonates with diverse audiences and

Custodian

Little Island’s Custodians are key members of the Park Operations department, a dynamic team of collaborative and motivated individuals who collectively care for the park and its visitors. In addition to a beautiful park, Little Island’s facility includes performance spaces, public and indoor restrooms, indoor meeting rooms, staff and artist areas, food stalls, and equipment. Custodians will embody Little Island’s values by collaborating often across departments, jumping in to help solve problems and address immediate park needs, communicating park-related concerns or issues to Park leadership proactively, and fostering memorable visitor experiences and relationships in the park each day. The larger Operations department is also comprised of Park Supervisors, Park Attendants, Security, Maintenance, Horticulture staff, and administrators who work together to operate our park for the public every day. The ideal Custodians are hardworking and proactive self-starters who thrive in the outdoors and have experience caretaking a facility or park. Our

Park Attendant

Little Island’s Park Attendants serve as the primary stewards of the park and its visitors, cultivating a meaningful and memorable experience for all park visitors and maintaining a clean and safe outdoor environment. The Park Attendants are key members of the Park Operations department, a dynamic team of collaborative and motivated individuals who collectively care for the park and its visitors. Attendants will embody Little Island’s values by collaborating often across all departments at Little Island, jumping in to help solve problems and address immediate park needs, communicating park-related concerns or issues to Park leadership proactively, and fostering memorable visitor experiences and relationships in the park each day. The larger Operations department is also comprised of Park Supervisors, Custodians, Security, Maintenance, Horticulture staff, and administrators who work together to operate our park for the public each day. The ideal Park Attendants are outgoing communicators, accountable and professional team members, and