The mission of NYC Parks is to plan resilient and sustainable parks, public spaces, and recreational amenities, build a park system for present and future generations, and care for parks and public spaces. Citywide Services (CWS) is responsible for NYC Parks major infrastructure including swimming pools, ice skating rinks, heating and cooling systems. CWS works closely with borough trades to address issues agency-wide. CWS produces thousands of items annually for use throughout the Agency.
Major Responsibilities
- Under general supervision of the Chief of Citywide Services, and with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, coordinate the administrative aspects of CWS’ Renew Crew, including project management, correspondence, strategic planning and scheduling.
- Support CWS’ Renew Crew in achieving its goals and objectives.
- Assist in the development and implementation of the program, including outreach, scope development, data collection and integrity, report production, meeting attendance and other assigned tasks.
- Collaborate with M&O staff, internal divisions, external partners, and City agencies, while fostering partnerships for successful program implementation.
- Prepare, update, and maintain reports, budgets, trackers and presentations as directed by the PS2 and other stakeholders.
- Serve as a liaison between divisions, agencies and interagency partners as needed.
- Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to standardize information flows, improve data management, enhance coordination and consistency of program results.
- Support correspondence and communications related to the program.
- Collect, organize, maintain, and disseminate data and information related to program assets and budgets; manage metadata and other technical documentation.
- Perform general administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, taking notes, handling correspondence, answering phones, copying, mailing and updating databases.
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- 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.
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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
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Prior experience in operations or programs of a similar scope and nature.
- Proficiency in database management and computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Strong customer service skills, attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- Ability to handle confidential matters.
- Strong computer and database skills.
- Available to work evenings and weekends.
- A 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.