Project Development Coordinator for Bronx Operations

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

• Under general direction, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform difficult and administrative work for Bronx Operations.
• Work closely with the Chief and Deputy Chiefs of Bronx Operations.
• Prepare and track a variety of weekly, monthly and annual reports.
• Perform data analysis on park operations, monitor and synthesize information and identify emerging trends or issues, drawing information from internal reporting systems including, but not limited to, the Asset Management Park System (AMPS), Daily Tasks, the Parks Inspection Program, and external sources, such as 311 and crime data from NYPD.
• Manage databases and improve data collection processes, ensure accuracy and applicability.
• Conduct surveys and organize meetings and presentations. Manage special projects and assignments.
• Create compelling analyses, presentations and tools that empower agency staff to make data-informed decisions.
• Provide technical and administrative support to borough managers and supervisors, including the administration of AMPS, BTS and other databases and systems.
• Produce division communications, including correspondence, memos, project scopes and summaries, status updates and the dissemination of information to borough personnel, in addition to liaising with agency communications team on responses to press and other inquiries.
• Provide outstanding customer service to public in person, via email and on the phone, and coordinate resolutions to issues requiring immediate attention with borough managers and supervisors.
• Serve as a liaison to other divisions within Parks and represent the agency at meetings with other city agencies and organizations.
• Coordinate with Information Technology & Telecommunications (ITT) regularly on permissions, orders, repairs and rollouts of new technologies and infrastructure.
• Assist with wireless phone issues, troubleshoot problems and advise users on appropriate action.
• Maintain and update Borough Emergency Preparedness documents.
• Communicate clearly and tactfully with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

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Work Location: Ranaqua, Bronx NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 10/30/2026. Previous applicants to Job ID# 778679 are still under consideration and need not reapply. 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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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

• Excellent administrative, organizational, supervisory and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and statistical experience.
• Ability to maintain databases and generate metrics and performance reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, familiarity with GIS and SQL.
• Valid New York State driver license.

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.