Project Development Coordinator for Special Programs

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

The First Deputy Commissioner oversees the Community Outreach & Partnership Development Division, the Business Development & Special Events Division, the Communications Division and the Lifeguard Division. To assist the Citywide Chief of Special Programs, we seek candidates with excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, and remain calm under pressure. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, able to confidently and effectively collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure tasks and projects are completed on time.

Major Responsibilities
- Provide support with a high degree of initiative, judgment and discretion to NYC Parks First Deputy Commissioner, the Citywide Chief of Special Programs and the divisions under the First Deputy Commissioner’s purview.
- Manage complex projects and handle frequent re-prioritizations that will often require independent decision making.
- Proactively identify and exercise independent analysis and judgment in prioritizing situations requiring the First Deputy Commissioner and the Citywide Chief of Special Program’s attention.
- Coordinate resources and assemble appropriate reference and back-up material for all meetings and events.
- Conduct research; prepare presentations, briefings, and reports.
- Monitor and track operations activities and assist with projects in support of seasonal operation priorities and agency initiatives.
- Provide outstanding customer service and administrative support for day-to-day operation of the First Deputy Commissioner’s division’s and answer phones and draft correspondence to constituents.
- Other duties as assigned by the Citywide Chief of Special Programs and the First Deputy Commissioner.

Work Location: Arsenal, Manhattan

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 729164.

*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.

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.