Project Development Coordinator for Northern Manhattan Parks
Project Development Coordinator for Northern Manhattan Parks
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Job Description
*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULLTIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*
Major Responsibilities
Under general direction with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgement coordinate and execute a diverse portfolio of 300 events (including many recurring programs) for engaging the public securing program vendors/providers obtaining required NYC Parks and citywide permits developing event physicals ensuring preevent site preparation by district Maintenance and Operations Division staff of Northern Manhattan Parks (NMP) and day of event execution.
Manage large scale events cosponsored by Parks but led by outside partners as well as festivals put on by other divisions within NYC Parks. Ensure all approvals layouts event components and site logistics are addressed in advanced and dayofevent execution is successful.
Use Parks Citywide Event Management System to submit Special Event permit applications for programs produced by NMP and Fort Tryon Park Trust.
Use Parks web calendar to enter all NMP produced public events for public info and multidivision coordination.
Coordinate with other Parks divisions operating in NMP to ensure all programs and stewardship opportunities are effectively integrated avoiding duplication and competition. Share program details across specific park newsletters the Parks website and the local Community Board. Provide support for the coordination of volunteer events.
Project manage special projects to improve the publics engagement and enjoyment of NMP. Projects are both in the field and in the office which may include the development of wayfinding signage layout plans using Adobe and PowerPoint and orchestrating large park operations meetings with partner groups and other Parks divisions.
Support friends group needs such as with education and funding resources Vital Parks tool event items etc.
Suggest and initiate new programs and partnerships.
Provide general promotion support for NMP including tabling at NMP Parks or partner events and attending community meetings among others.
Coordinate marketing support including creating materials flyer distribution merchandise supplies etc.
Provide general administrative support and assist with creating and managing databases.
How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 696923.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
*Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 696923 on your cover letter and resume.
Work Location: Northern Manhattan Parks
NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.
nyc.gov/parks
MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.
For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)
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.
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 individuals sex race color ethnicity national origin age religion disability sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or pregnancy.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
