Human Resources Coordinator

NYC Parks is the steward of more than 30,000 acres of land — 14 percent of New York City — including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens and Greenstreets. We operate more than 800 athletic fields and nearly 1,000 playgrounds, 1,800 basketball courts, 550 tennis courts, 66 public pools, 52 recreational facilities, 15 nature centers, 14 golf courses, and 14 miles of beaches. We care for 1,200 monuments and 23 historic house museums. We look after 666,000 street trees, and five million more in parks. We are New York City's principal providers of recreational and athletic facilities and programs. We are home to free concerts, world-class sports events, and cultural festivals.

Human Resources recruits, hires and maintains records and evaluations of employees. It also conducts background checks of employees, maintains the Agency’s computerized payroll system and provides information and training related to Human Resources issues.

Major Responsibilities

• Under supervision, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, provide administrative and analytical support to the Recruitment Unit.
• Serve as a liaison across internal units and with other city agencies to support recruitment initiatives.
• Coordinate the creation, editing, and processing of job postings; manage interview workflows; and ensure all recruitment activities comply with internal procedures and city, state, and federal regulations.
• Coordinate interviews and distribute interview materials.
• Prepare application materials for review by the Agency’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Office.
• Conduct research and analyze recruitment data and metrics to identify trends and inform decision making.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare comprehensive reports using data from multiple sources.
• Manage special projects and assignments to advance Recruitment Unit objectives.

Work Location: Arsenal West, Manhattan How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID#

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

*Current City 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. Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee between $40.00 to $101.00 based on the salary range of title. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $107.50 background check fee.

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• Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

Minimum Qualifications

• 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
• 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
• 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.

Preferred Skills

• At least 2 years of consecutive city service.
• Familiarity with recruitment of personnel and civil service rules and regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and HR information systems, including NYCAPS, Payroll Management System (PMS), and SmartRecruiters; able to use technology to streamline HR workflows.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to handle confidential matters and to work independently and as part of a team.

Residency Requirement

Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.