Assistant Records Officer

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

The Office of the General Counsel at NYC Parks is offering an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented, organized individual to utilize research and records management skills and earn hands-on experience liaising with the various levels of city government and other divisions within Parks.The successful candidate will be stationed at the Olmsted Center, Parks’ Capital and Construction Headquarters, in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens.

Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent judgment and initiative, serve as a liaison for the Capital Legal Division of the General Counsel’s Office.
- Process, research, track and respond to Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests, requests from the Office of the New York City Comptroller and the New York City Law Department in relation to construction and capital projects.
- Maintain and organize electronic and physical files, records, and databases.
- Perform complex computerized research, enter data, and generate reports using custom databases.
- Assist with resolving outstanding records issues; organize and maintain electronic records for the General Counsel’s Capital Legal Division.
- Correspond with various internal divisions and city agencies regarding legal issues.
- Represent NYC Parks at meetings, prepare reports and take appropriate follow-up actions.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 727910.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.

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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

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COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.