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HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Regular Full time

Work Shift

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $47,000.00 - $71,750.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

HOSPITAL FOR SPECIAL SURGERY

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Development Associate, Special Events

DIVISION: Development Department

REPORTS TO: Executive Director, Special Events

PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE: The Development Associate, Special Events supports the events team in all aspects of executing HSS fundraising and cultivation events, including galas, benefits, celebrations, dedications, investitures, and major/planned gift and campaign-related events. This role is in-office with occasional WFH flexibility.

THE HSS DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

The development office raises $80Million per year on average to advance the HSS mission.  Our aim is to be the best-in-class development department of our kind, mirroring the level of excellence that exists across HSS.  Successful members of our development department are self-motivated, hard workers, who can work effectively independently and as part of a group, want to actively participate in achieving new levels of success, rethink the way things are done to do them better, and lead in their respective area and in their respective role.  Successful members of our team bring industry best-practice knowledge and creativity to their work to enable continuous achievement in their area. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides assistance to the Executive Director and Special Events Team in all aspects of planning and logistics of events, including, but not limited to: goal-setting; list management; guest list creation; sending and follow up of invitations for RSVPS; RSVP tracking; venue research, selection, and scheduling; florals; catering; rentals; run of show creation; AV needs; photographers; letter merging and mailing; preparation of project timelines; production schedules; gift selection; seating management; set-up/break-down of the event; pick-up and delivery of event items; Raiser’s Edge tracking; briefings, remarks, acknowledgment letters and other follow-up and post-event communications; management of event staffing and volunteers; communications between all relevant external and internal parties; troubleshoot throughout planning phase and the actual event.Assist with the design, copy, and production deadlines for event collateral, including invitations, programs, signage, etc. for assigned eventsManage the processing of invoices and check requests, ensuring vendors are paid in a timely manner as well as keeping and reporting the budgets for each event.Works with the Executive Director and Special Events Team in managing aspects of larger fundraising events including the Annual Tribute Dinner, Autumn Benefit, Pediatric Benefit, Golf events, BIKE HSS and HSS Florida events with the tasks outlined above.Work with Development Directors to execute cultivation events, lectures, dedications, investitures, and dinners as needed.Attend all events as required.Perform other functions as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s DegreeMinimum one to two years of event management experience, preferably within a fundraising organization

COMPETENCIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Excellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills; enjoys working with peopleSuperior organizational skills and capacity to multi-task with equanimity, accuracy, and precision in handling detailsSense of humor, and a positive “can-do” team-oriented attitude.Ability to exercise independent initiative and creativity to further project goals.Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and a database management system, such as Raiser’s EdgeAbility to participate in evening/weekend events and to travel, as neededCommitment to advancing the HSS mission and vision and upholding the HSS values.

HSS BACKGROUND

Founded in 1863, Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) is a world leader in orthopedics, rheumatology and rehabilitation. HSS is nationally ranked No. 1 in orthopedics (for 15 years in a row) and No. 3 in rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report (2024-2025). HSS has been ranked in the top 5 for orthopedics and rheumatology for 33 consecutive years. The HSS Lerner Children's Pavilion is also nationally ranked as a best children's hospital for orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report (2017-2025).

Located in New York City, HSS also serves patients in the regional area with outpatient centers in Westchester County, New York; Connecticut; New Jersey; Long Island, Queens and West Palm Beach, FL. Patients choose to come to HSS from across the U.S. and from around the world. The Hospital’s Research Institute is internationally recognized as a leader in the investigation of musculoskeletal and autoimmune diseases.

At a time when people are living longer than ever and leading more active lifestyles, the need for continued innovation in the treatment and prevention of joint disease, pain, and injury is more critical than ever. Hospital for Special Surgery is one of the few institutions in the world with the specialized expertise, experience, and skill to change the future of musculoskeletal medicine, and, more importantly, improve the quality of life for countless patients worldwide.

From pioneering the first artificial knee to unlocking the mysteries of rheumatoid arthritis, HSS brings to this challenge an extraordinary institutional focus on mobility and a legacy of innovation and distinction in medicine. A multidisciplinary team of 200 of the world's leading scientists and research staff focus on musculoskeletal investigations at the basic, translational, and clinical level. In addition, HSS physicians manage the largest rheumatology program in the world and lead the world's premier musculoskeletal clinical practice, with more than 36,000 surgeries performed annually.

Non-Discrimination Policy
Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.