The Community Events Coordinator is responsible for the production, management, and execution of a portfolio of community engagement events that comprise The Center’s strategy of actively engaging and bringing community together. The Community Events Coordinator will serve as the convener of Center staff planning committees and external stakeholders who may participate in the planning and implementation of a community event. They will also serve as the link between The Center and any outside contracted producer(s) and vendors, as well as assist with recruiting training, and managing volunteers and staff for event roles.

The Thriving Together Group Facilitator will be responsible for conducting and delivering the Thriving Together social support group. The purpose of the group is to improve the quality of life of LGBTQIA+ people living with HIV by offering an opportunity to meet and connect with others who are going through similar experiences in New York City. This group will provide a safe and supportive environment promoting awareness and guidance on how to live a healthy life, reducing HIV stigma, and increasing knowledge of HIV transmission, treatment, and care.

The HIV and Sexual Health Specialist will have primary responsibility for providing HIV, Hep C testing, tabling off-site, on-site, and virtually, providing support at outreach events in the community, and implementing and delivering services to engage participants, and provide referrals for further services.

The HIV and Sexual Health Specialist will have primary responsibility for providing HIV, Hep C testing, tabling off-site, on-site, and virtually, providing support at outreach events in the community, and implementing and delivering services to engage participants, and provide referrals for further services.

The Information & Referral (I&R) Specialist facilitates the daily operation of The Center, ensuring a warm, welcoming, and safe environment at all times. I&R Specialists work as a team to greet all Center visitors and staff, answer questions, provide referrals, troubleshoot challenges, maintain a safe space, investigate scenarios that may compromise the safety of the space, and resolve challenges through de-escalation and restorative practices.

Senior Director of Building Operations will be responsible for ensuring the Center continues to be a welcoming, clean, and safe place for all staff and visitors. Emphasizing cross-functional collaboration, relationship building, and communication, the SDBO will manage and set the strategic vision for four functional areas of approximately 25 people, including: Events, Production & Reservations; Facilities; Archives; and Information & Referral. The SDBO will strategically partner with other members of the team and organization to deliver an outstanding visitor experience by ensuring the Center’s operational systems and policies are well codified, implemented, and communicated. Finally, the SDBO will be a people-centered leader who understands the LGBT community, appreciates the complex identities and experiences of those entering the space, and ensures that everyone is celebrated for who they are.

The Special Events Manager – Cycle for the Cause is primarily responsible for Cycle for the Cause (C4C), The Center’s annual HIV/AIDS 3-day bike ride from Boston to New York. Specifically, the recruitment, engagement and training for all C4C participants, including providing the highest degree of cycling and fundraising training and inspiration, as well as the production and management of all hotel and event programming. This role will work collaboratively with other fundraising staff on all aspects of C4C and with departments across The Center, including communications and marketing and programs. They will also assist with the execution of select special events, in tandem with the Director of Special Events, that comprise The Center’s overall fundraising program

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with The Center. We count on our generous community members year-round to help support and uplift our work and programs. Because of the volume of volunteer requests The Center receives, we recommend you choose one of the current options below or check back for future opportunities:

CORPORATE VOLUNTEERISM

The Center is pleased to host corporate groups for volunteer opportunities throughout the year, including Garden Party (The Center’s annual Pride kick-off), programmatic events, and direct service to constituents.

Please note that corporate volunteer opportunities are limited, and priority is given to Annual Corporate Partners and sponsors.

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FUNDRAISE FOR THE CENTER

Want to support The Center in your own, unique way? Raising funds for The Center is simple, rewarding, and fun. Help us uplift and empower LGBTQ New Yorkers by organizing your personal fundraiser today!

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RISEOUT ACTION TEAM

A volunteer group designed to equip the next generation of leaders with the tools and resources they need to be strong advocates for LGBTQ New Yorkers. RiseOut Action Team members build advocacy skills through training and help plan advocacy campaigns that advance LGBTQ-affirming policies, while connecting with other advocates in our community.

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YOUNG LEADERS

The Center’s Young Leaders (YL) work to support The Center, and its programs, by building and fostering a diverse, vibrant community of young queer and allied New Yorkers through fundraising and events, volunteering and outreach.

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