Project Development Coordinator for Special Programs
Department of Parks & Recreation
Location: Manhattan
Full-time
Salary: $62,868.00 $97,593.00
Job Description
The First Deputy Commissioner oversees the Community Outreach & Partnership Development Division, the Business Development & Special Events Division, the Communications Division and the Lifeguard Division. Major Responsibilities include:
- Managing complex projects and handling frequent re-prioritizations that will often require independent decision making.
- Proactively identifying and exercising independent analysis and judgment in prioritizing situations requiring the First Deputy Commissioner and the Citywide Chief of Special Program's attention.
- Coordinating resources and assembling appropriate reference and back-up material for all meetings and events.
- Conducting research; preparing presentations, briefings and reports.
- Monitoring and tracking operations activities and assisting with projects in support of seasonal operation priorities and Agency initiatives.
- Providing outstanding customer service and administrative support for day-to-day operation of the First Deputy Commissioner's divisions and answering phones and drafting correspondence to constituents.
- Other duties as assigned by the Citywide Chief of Special Programs and the First Deputy Commissioner.
Work Location: Arsenal, Manhattan
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Preferred Skills
1. At least two to five years of experience in complex coordination of activities, management or comparable experience. 2. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. 3. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues. 4. Exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. 5. Experience handling sensitive and confidential information. 6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. 7. Valid New York State driver license.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
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.
Additional Information
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.
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