Senior Community Engagement Coordinator

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*  Partnerships for Parks (PfP) is a joint program of NYC Parks and City Parks Foundation (CPF). PfP supports and champions a growing network of leaders caring and advocating for neighborhood parks and green spaces. We equip people, organizations and government with the skills and tools they need to transform these spaces into dynamic community assets.  Major Responsibilities  â¢	Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiatives and judgment, Lead PfP interprogram and interagency coordination under the direction of the Community Engagement Program Directors. â¢	Works closely with Community Engagement Program Directors to ensure deliverables are met, bring ideas and troubleshoot.  â¢	Set goals and priorities related to borough-wide community involvement in NYC Parksâ properties. â¢	Serve as lead borough contact for community engagement strategies around agency initiatives. â¢	Lead the Community Engagement Coordinator team in an assigned borough and help ensure timely attention to all requests and projects.  â¢	Produce reports for NYC Parks, CPF, and PfP regarding community involvement. â¢	Takes the lead to ensure team maintains online database records and assist team members as needed.  â¢	Facilitate the sharing of best practices between staff, provide guidance to new team members and lead regular team meetings. â¢	Manage supply inventories and distribution plans for borough volunteer tool storehouses.  â¢	Establish and maintain contact with individuals and community groups committed to parks in assigned districts. â¢	Lead the organizational development of park groups by providing technical assistance and resources.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 682028.   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# 682028 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: TBD  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)

Non-Competitive-5

56058

Senior Natural Resources Training Coordinator

NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land â 14 percent of New York City â including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens and Greenstreets.  We look after 600,000 street trees, and two million more in parks.   The Division of Environment and Planning aims to protect, restore, and expand New York City's green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience. The Natural Resources Group within Environment and Planning manages over 10,000 acres of natural areas across the five boroughs, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands, and has secured tens of millions of dollars of grant from state, federal and private sources over the past decades to fund the restoration and management across these ecosystems.  Major Responsibilities â¢	Under the direction of the Director of Stewardship, with wide latitude for independent judgment and decision-making, oversee the Natural Resources Training Program, a grant-funded community engagement and training program with multiple tiers of paid employment focused on improving the health of forested natural areas in NYC Parks. â¢	Develop and lead tracking efforts for the entire Training program, utilizing existing tools, software, and databases to manage information and prepare presentations and reports as needed. Coordinate across four unique teams and aggregate a wide variety of metrics into overall program impact.  â¢	Lead recruitment efforts to bring trainees through multiple tiers of employment with NYC Parks. Support recognition and multiple feedback opportunities (e.g., pre- and post-training surveys, exit interviews) for interns, apprentices, early-career staff and volunteers.  â¢	Conduct ongoing outreach to community partners/collaborators for service events, education initiatives and panel discussions in relation to the care of forested natural areas in NYC and workforce development in support of this effort.     â¢	Supervise staff, interns, and volunteers, instructing them in safe and effective natural areas management techniques and the proper use and care of equipment and materials.   â¢	Support the execution and development of program proposals with non-profit and community partners, facilitating access to technical resources related to local ecology, horticulture, forest health and monitoring.   â¢	Work with internal and external partners to advance effective and efficient implementation of the Natural Resources Training program. Collaborate with Department of Youth and Community Development, City University of New York, the Natural Areas Conservancy and other divisions of NYC Parks to set and advance shared goals for the program.    How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 679478.   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 and Job ID# 679478 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: Baby Queensbridge, Queens  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)

Climber & Pruner

CLIMBER & PRUNER

NYC Parks manages more than 30,000 acres, 14% of the cityâs land, encompassing more than 5,000 individual properties.  Our diverse set of assets includes recreational facilities, nature centers, historic buildings and structures, trees, forests, wetlands, golf courses, athletic fields, playgrounds, tennis courts, public pools, retaining walls, and nearly 14 miles of beaches.  NYC Parks offers competitive pay and a generous benefits package, including pension, excellent health, dental and vision coverage, competitive vacation/sick days, and a healthy work-life balance.  Major Responsibilities  â¢	Under supervision, perform all types of work required for the planting, maintenance and removal of trees and large shrubs.  â¢	Climb, prune, brace, cut and fell trees and large shrubs.  â¢	Operate bucket truck, including aerial lift and cherry picker, as well as chipper and other similar equipment.  â¢	Identify hazard defects of trees and ensure public safety.  â¢	Spray trees and large shrubs and perform tree inspections.  â¢	Identify trees by species and inspect for the Asian Longhorned Beetle and other pests and diseases.  â¢	Prepare and use composting sites.  Special Working Conditions:  When responding to emergency conditions, Climber and Pruners may be required to work shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.  Some of the physical activities performed by Climber and Pruners and environmental conditions experienced are: climbing in and out of an aerial lift device (bucket truck); climbing up in a tree using rope and harness or bucket; operating a chainsaw; operating heavy motorized equipment such as bucket truck, chipper, loader, and stump grinder; lifting and moving heavy objects; standing for extended periods of time; and working outdoors in a restricted space in an urban environment in all kinds of weather, including severe weather conditions.   How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 640018 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 and Job ID# 640018 on your cover letter and resume.  **Previous applicants to Job ID# 635175 are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.  Work Location: To be determined (TBD)  Number of Vacancies: TBD  References will be required upon request.    MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.   www.nyc.gov/parks

Competitive-1

81303

Project Development Coordinator for Planning

NYC Parks is an award-winning city agency that designs, builds and cares for public spaces for New Yorkers to connect, play and enjoy. NYC Parks manages more than 30,000 acres or 14% of the Cityâs land, encompassing more than 5,000 individual properties. Our diverse set of assets includes recreational facilities, nature centers, historic buildings and structures, golf courses, athletic fields, playgrounds, tennis courts, public pools, public restroom buildings, retaining walls and nearly 14 miles of beaches.   The Forestry, Horticulture, and Natural Resources and Planning divisions at Parks were recently combined to form the Division of Environment and Planning. The division aims to protect, restore, and expand New York City's green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience. The Planning team is at the forefront of Parksâ open space agenda: communicating agency goals, policies and advancing plans for a vibrant and sustainable park system that meets the recreational, social, and environmental needs of our city. The team is responsible for the Agencyâs real estate and land use functions including the acquisition, disposition and preservation of parkland, Uniform Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP), environmental review, and the ownership and management of the Agencyâs property records. Additionally, the team develops long-term planning strategies including management of citywide and interagency resiliency and waterfront projects, development of the citywide greenway plan and researching new initiatives.  Major Responsibilities â¢	Under general direction, working as a Project Coordinator, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, manage a portfolio of open space planning projects, economic development projects, and special initiatives for the Planning, Parklands and Policy units. â¢	Perform due diligence to support open space acquisitions, increased recreation amenities, improved waterfront access, resiliency planning, sustainable design, an expanded citywide greenway network, and enhanced stewardship of natural resources. â¢	Coordinate and communicate with government agencies, stakeholders and project partners to advance the planning and implementation of Parksâ open space agenda within the context of assigned planning projects. â¢	Research, analyze, frame and document opportunities for new projects that advance the Agencyâs open space agenda. â¢	Present and represent the division and the Agency at project meetings. Negotiate and advocate on behalf of Parks, defending the Agencyâs open space goals and interests. â¢	Prepare strategic planning documents, high level maps, and graphics for presentations and planning documents. â¢	Analyze and prepare environmental studies, land use review documents, planning documents and drawings to advance open space goals. â¢	Prepare briefing memoranda, project schedules, budget proposals, grant applications, correspondence, reports and other related documents.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 657133. .  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 and Job ID# 657133 on your cover letter and resume.  Work location: Arsenal, Manhattan     NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 10/21/2024. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. 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)

Project Development Coordinator for Brooklyn

NYC Parks is a design award-winning city agency that builds and cares for public spaces for New Yorkers to connect, play and enjoy. NYC Parks manages more than 30,000 acres or 14% of the cityâs land, encompassing more than 5,000 individual properties. Our diverse set of assets includes recreational facilities, nature centers, historic buildings and structures, golf courses, athletic fields, playgrounds, tennis courts, public pools, public restroom buildings, retaining walls and nearly 14 miles of beaches.   Major Responsibilities â¢	Under general supervision, with some latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform difficult and responsible analytical and administrative work for Brooklyn Operations. â¢	Work closely with the Deputy Chiefs, Chief of Operations and Division Leaders. â¢	Track sector performance in Parks Ratings, Operations Efficiency (Ops 21,) Forestry and Horticulture, Fleet and Litter management, Trades and Work Order Management, Special Projects, and New Initiatives, and / or other metrics using data from parks systems including AMPS and Daily Tasks and by maintaining bi-weekly tracking of data. â¢	Create reports and present findings. â¢	Work with field staff to improve the use of available data from Parks databases and to troubleshoot technical issues. â¢	Conduct and/or manage special projects and assignments. â¢	Serve as a liaison to other divisions within Parks and represent the Agency at meetings with other city agencies and organizations. â¢	Assist with training initiatives, maintaining records and compiling reports.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 679351.  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 and Job ID# 679351 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: Litchfield Villa, Brooklyn   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)

Recreation Director

RECREATION DIRECTOR

The mission of Recreation is to enable all New Yorkers to lead physically active and intellectually stimulating lives through sports, fitness, outdoor adventure, technology, education, and the arts.  Recreation programs include specialized exercise classes, youth sports, senior activities, summer camps and free after-school programs. Recreation programming occurs throughout the City in NYC Parks recreation centers, parks and playgrounds.  Major Responsibilities â¢ Under supervision, with some latitude for independent action or decision, is responsible for recreational activities at a recreation center.  â¢ Plan, supervise and promote recreational programs of an assigned area in accordance with the needs and interests of children, teens, adults and seniors. â¢ Develop and facilitate programming to engage New Yorkers in sports, fitness and outdoor adventure. â¢ Instruct participants in basic fitness skills including proper equipment use, basic safety precautions and the health benefits of regular exercise. â¢ Lead group fitness and facilitate sports programs for New Yorkers of all ages. â¢ Maintain equipment and fitness areas on a daily basis, including inventory of necessary materials and supplies.  â¢ Inspect public areas and report evidence of unsafe or hazardous conditions. â¢ Establish program objectives, evaluate recreational programs and design cutting-edge curricula. â¢ Supervise, develop and implement afterschool, teen and summer camp curricula that meet all Department of Health criteria. â¢ Promote NYC Parks Recreation Center memberships and assist in events and special projects. â¢ Provide excellent customer service. â¢ Collect and submit accurate data, forms, and reports to meet internal deadlines.   â¢ May supervise staff in absence of supervisor.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 632351.  *Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 632351 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: TBD  NOTE: *Posting period extended until filled. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. References will be required upon request.   nyc.gov/parks  MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

60430

Operations Coordinator for Natural Resources Training Program

NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land â 14 percent of New York City â including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens and Greenstreets.  We look after 600,000 street trees, and two million more in parks.    The Division of Environment and Planning aims to protect, restore, and expand New York City's green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience. The Natural Resources Group within Environment and Planning manages over 10,000 acres of natural areas across the five boroughs, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands, and has secured tens of millions of dollars of grant from state, federal and private sources over the past decades to fund the restoration and management across these ecosystems.   Major Responsibilities â¢	Under the direction of the Senior Natural Resources Training Coordinator, provide operations and administrative support for the Natural Resources Training Program, a grant-funded program with multiple tiers of paid employment focused on improving the health of forested natural areas in NYC Parks. â¢	Coordinate purchasing and receiving of supplies and equipment for stewardship, ecological restoration, monitoring, and plant production work, including budget tracking and interaction with vendors and other divisions of NYC Parks. â¢	Provide broad support for interns, apprentices, and early-career staff by liaising with other divisions of NYC Parks, including but not limited to citywide services and borough shops for service calls, IT, Benefits, Timekeeping, Purchasing, Workforce Development and Health & Safety.  â¢	Coordinate communal resources including meeting space, fleet resources and technical equipment. â¢	Coordinate mandatory and other professional development trainings, payroll and timekeeping and benefits for a wide range of technical staff participating in the NRG Apprenticeship program.  â¢	Assist in scheduling interviews, meetings and conference calls for managers. â¢	Prepare maps, figures, and final reports to submit to senior staff and collaborators. Ensure that files are organized and transparent and available for staff.  â¢	Oversee entry level staff or crews in administrative work or facilities support as needed. â¢	Proactively initiate solutions to a wide range of issues, using relationships and creativity to address the needs of seasonal staff operations.  â¢	Develop and support recognition and multiple feedback opportunities (e.g., pre- and post-training surveys, exit interviews) for interns, apprentices, and early-career staff. Facilitate access to technical resources, vehicles, equipment and training opportunities.      How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 679440.   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 and Job ID# 679440 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: NYC Urban Field Station, Queens  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)

Natural Resources Landscape Architect

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*  NYC Parks is the steward of nearly 30,000 acres of land â 14 percent of New York City â including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens and Greenstreets. The Division of Environment and Planning aims to protect, restore, and expand New York City's green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience. The Natural Resources Group within Environment and Planning manages over 10,000 acres of natural areas across the five boroughs, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands, and has secured tens of millions of dollars of grant from state, federal and private sources over the past decades to fund the restoration and management across these ecosystems.  Major Responsibilities â¢	Under general supervision, serve as natural resources landscape architect in lead or supporting roles on projects of appropriate complexity focused on ecological restoration, green infrastructure and other natural resource capital projects.  â¢	Collaborate with physical scientists and natural resource managers to develop project designs that restore ecological function with minimal external inputs and limited disruption to existing landscapes.   â¢	Provide project-based oversight to consultant design teams and junior staff on design projects.   â¢	Conduct research on complex and important landscape architectural matters.   â¢	Present design plans to Deputy and Borough Commissioners, work with Chiefs and Directors and provide information and solve design related problems.   â¢	Review engineering structures and coordinate closely with engineering staff and borough operations to help ensure function and feasible design development.   â¢	Develop specifications, cost estimates and estimates of quantities for the proposed work.  â¢	Prepare construction documents and monitor construction of these features.   â¢	Provide drawings and other materials to the Permits Coordinator. Ensure that all required permits are obtained.   â¢	Review interagency and interdivisional projects and designs with impacts on natural resources.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 680860.   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# 680860 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: Baby Queensbridge Park, Queens  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)

21315

Recreation Specialist

RECREATION SPECIALIST (DEPT OF

NYC Parks serves as the steward for over 30,000 acres of land, which includes 1,000 playgrounds, 36 recreation centers, 66 pools and 14 miles of beach. Our primary responsibility is to build and maintain clean, safe and accessible parks, and to create cultural and educational programs for New Yorkers of all ages to enjoy. The mission of Recreation is to enable all New Yorkers to lead physically active and intellectually stimulating lives through sports, fitness, outdoor adventure, technology, education, and the arts.  Recreation programs include specialized exercise classes, youth sports, senior activities, summer camps and free after-school programs.  Recreation programming occurs throughout the City in NYC Parks recreation centers, parks and playgrounds.  Major Responsibilities â¢	Under supervision, conduct dynamic and innovative workshops, sports and specialized recreational programs for the Recreation division. â¢	Develop and facilitate programming to engage New Yorkers in sports, fitness and outdoor adventures. â¢	Lead and coach youth programming, work mobile unit programs and other special events.    â¢	Instruct participants in basic fitness skills, including proper fitness equipment use, basic safety precautions and the health benefits of regular exercise.   â¢	Lead fitness classes, practice sessions and facilitate sports programs for New Yorkers of all ages. â¢	Maintain equipment and fitness areas daily, including keeping an inventory of necessary materials and supplies.  Inspect public spaces and report evidence of unsafe or hazardous conditions.  â¢	Establish program objectives, evaluate recreational programs and design cutting-edge curricula. â¢	Supervise, develop and implement afterschool, teen and summer camp curricula that meet all Department of Health (DOH) criteria. â¢	Promote NYC Parks Recreation Center memberships and assist in events and special projects. â¢	Collect and submit accurate data, forms, and reports to meet internal deadlines.   How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 634335. 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 and Job ID# 634335 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: TBD  NOTE: Posting extended until filled, previous applicants need not reapply. References will be required upon request.  nyc.gov/parks MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

Pending Classification-2

06070

Forester

FORESTER

The mission of the Environment and Planning Division is to protect, restore, expand, and manage New York Cityâs natural spaces and green infrastructure. The division is responsible for citywide urban forestry, ecological and horticulture initiatives.  Major Responsibilities	 â¢	Under general supervision, perform advanced professional forestry functions in the field and office; perform related work. â¢	Enforce Parks Department standards for tree pruning removal, planting, and replacement. â¢	Assess work to be done by contractors; engage with directly and supervise employees involved in professional forestry activities.  â¢	Consult with engineers, developers, and contractors on a regular basis throughout projects. â¢	Schedule, conduct and/or supervise inspections and field surveys to assess tree health, structure, pests, diseases, and construction impacts.  â¢	Compile and manage forestry contracts, including tree maintenance, removal, planting, sidewalk repair, invasive species removal and natural area restoration.    â¢	Review schedules, reports and correspondence prepared by consultants, contractors, and other agencies. Perform field inspections to assess contract compliance and work outcomes. â¢	Review permit applications to assess impacts to trees and landscapes, advise applicants and agencies on designs and methods, and / or issue permits. â¢	Manage forestry databases used to track, monitor, and produce reports on budgets, productivity, accomplishments, and program status updates. â¢	Respond to citizen inquiries and maintain working relationships with community boards, community groups and officials within and outside of the Agency.   â¢	Coordinate community-based greening efforts and lead tree stewardship workshops.  Work Location: TBD  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 643867.   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 and Job ID# 643867 on your cover letter and resume.  NOTE: References will be required upon request.   nyc.gov/parks  MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

81361

Natural Resources Training Coordinator

NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land â 14 percent of New York City â including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens and Greenstreets. We look after 600,000 street trees, and two million more in parks.   The Division of Environment and Planning aims to protect, restore, and expand New York City's green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience. The Natural Resources Group within Environment and Planning manages over 10,000 acres of natural areas across the five boroughs, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands, and has secured tens of millions of dollars of grant from state, federal and private sources over the past decades to fund the restoration and management across these ecosystems.  Major Responsibilities â¢	Under the direction of senior staff in the Natural Resources Group, with wide latitude for independent judgment and decision making, coordinate one of four tracks of the Natural Resources Training program, a grant-funded program with multiple tiers of paid employment focused on improving the health of forested natural areas in NYC Parks. The four tracks are: community engagement and stewardship, native plant production, natural resources management and natural areas monitoring.  â¢	Oversee placement of interns, apprentices, and early-career staff in natural areas management work across the Natural Resources Group. Ensure that program participants gain experience in restoration work while also advancing program goals broadly.  â¢	Work with the programâs Senior Training Coordinator and coordinators from other programs to develop, track, and report on program metrics, including trainee recruitment and impact. Utilize existing tools and databases to manage information, prepare presentations and reports as needed and ensure clear communication across teams and program participants.  â¢	Participate in various initiatives at the Natural Resources Group including, but not limited to â community engagement and stewardship, native plant production, and natural areas management and monitoring to care for natural resources. Support the planning and coordination of a wide range of activities across natural areas parkland in all five boroughs.  â¢	Develop and support recognition and feedback opportunities for interns, apprentices, and early-career staff. Facilitate access to technical resources, vehicles, equipment and training opportunities.  â¢	Supervise staff, interns, and volunteers as needed, instructing them in safe and effective horticultural and restoration techniques, the proper use and care of equipment and materials, and proper data collection, entry and management.  â¢	Work with internal and external partners to advance effective and efficient implementation of the Natural Resources Apprenticeship program. Collaborate with Department of Youth and Community Development, City University of New York, the Natural Areas Conservancy and other divisions of NYC Parks to set and advance shared goals for the program.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 657167.   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 and Job ID# 657167 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: TBD  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)

Deputy Director of Payroll & Timekeeping

ADMIN COMMUNITY RELATIONS SPEC

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*  Major Responsibilities â¢	Under general supervision of the Director of Payroll & Timekeeping and with latitude to exercise decision making and independent judgement, responsible for payroll operational functions and analysis. â¢	Assist with the review of various reports including the 160 and 161 and the utilization of employee level approval/holds. â¢	Provide support for pay audits to determine under/overpayments and take corrective actions as necessary, including issuing pay, drafting overpayment letters, entering overpayment deductions, and completing stop/reversal payments, â¢	Assist with payroll audits such as salary administration for new hires, salary adjustments, promotions, contractual compliance and Mayor Personnel Orders for accuracy and compliance with policy, rules and regulations. â¢	Research and process longevity differentials, service increments and recurring increments. â¢	Assist with maintaining database for the processing of differentials employee differentials. â¢	Research, calculate and issue grievance payments, non-managerial lumpsums, license fee reimbursements as well as other one-time payments. â¢	As needed, complete Payroll Summary and Reconciliation for the biweekly and supplemental payrolls. â¢	Assist with the preparing Managerial Lump Sum Payments, forward to Comptrollerâs Office for review and approval, and processing payments upon receipt of approval.  Work Location: Arsenal West, Manhattan  *This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent Parks employees serving in the Administrative Community Relations Specialist civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) permanent Parks employees in or on leave from a comparable title (e.g. Administrative Staff Analyst or Administrative Manager) or 4) Parks employees who are reachable on the Administrative Community Relations Specialist or a comparable civil service list.  How to Apply All Applicants: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 680584. 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# 680584 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.   nyc.gov/parks MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

1002F

Rockaway Administrator

ADMINISTRATIVE PARKS & RECREAT

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*  * This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent employees serving in the Administrative Park & Recreation Manager civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) permanent employees in or on leave from a comparable title (e.g. Administrative Staff Analyst or Administrative Manager) or 4) employees who took and passed the recent APRM exam (Exam No. 4505 or Exam No. 4005) or 5) employees who are reachable on a comparable civil service list. Please indicate on your cover letter and resume if you have taken and passed the recent APRM exam (Exam No. 4505 or Exam No. 4005).  The Administrator of the Rockawaysâ responsibilities encompass the neighborhoods of Broad Channel, Belle Harbor, Neponsit, Rockaway Park, Arverne and all of Far Rockaway.  Included in these properties are over 30 parks and playgrounds, 80 greenstreets, 7 miles of pristine beach and 5 1/2 miles of boardwalk.  Major Responsibilities  â¢	Manage the public use of parks, playgrounds and facilities at the Rockaways and Broad Channel. â¢	Oversee the Maintenance & Operations staff for District 14. â¢	Oversee the implementation of the Rockaway Conceptual Plan and completion of all projects related to the Beach and Boardwalk.  â¢	Liaise between Parks and the Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy, the National Park Service and various not-for-profit partners.  â¢	Attend community board meetings and respond to the requests made by community organizations, partnership groups and public officials. â¢	Set Capital priorities, raise funds and oversee all aspects of Capital projects.  â¢	Consult in the preparation of landscape plans and contract documents necessary for construction and planting by Parks' restoration crews and contractors.   â¢	Build and expand partnerships with volunteers, corporations and community groups.   â¢	Obtain funding from elected officials and approvals for City and privately funded projects.  Seek out and write grant proposals.  â¢	Arrange and oversee all special events and develop ongoing public programs.  License Requirement  A Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the State of New York is required within six months of the date of appointment.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 682017.  All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.  Work Location: Queens  *Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 682017 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.   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)

10072

Fleet Management Coordinator

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*  Major Responsibilities â¢	Under direction, improve the efficiency and oversight for garage operations and manage agreements with vendors and other city agencies. â¢	Promote Vision Zero Initiatives, including vehicle telematics, sideguards and other safety initiatives and programs, emission reduction technologies and fleet sharing. â¢	Administer fleet consolidation initiatives, and manage vehicle sharing programs, including Zipcar and Ridecell. â¢	Manage, create, and streamline databases as needed. Ensure that Fleet Management Programs work properly; ensure the reliability of information entered.  â¢	Provide training to staff, citywide, to utilize Fleet Management Programs accurately and efficiently. â¢	Assist with vehicle acquisitions and vehicle relinquishments. â¢	Help organize special events and respond to emergencies when needed. â¢	Ensure adherence to automotive service contracts and assist with the analyses of fleet and fleet related equipment and reporting of fleet operations, tracking and collisions. â¢	Coordinate preventive maintenance inspections (PMIs); auto body, engine, transmission, and warranty issues; recalls and other repairs. Work with Operations and borough coordinators to schedule vehicle inspections. â¢	Monitors seasonal equipment and parts including but not limited to snowplows, salt spreaders, beach and grass cutting tractors, mowers, ballfield groomers and vegetation removers.  Monitors borough inventory and sets schedule for preparing equipment ahead of needs.  Track and report on seasonal equipment progress and priorities. â¢	Prepares data on various subjects including out of service, seasonal equipment, faulty charges, etc.  Gathers information, tracks information in databases and produces reports.  Helps maintain databases including MS Access or city database systems like M5 and conducts follow-up. â¢	Monitor the work of repair vendors and fleet repair partnerships and serve as liaison with other City Agencies. Track out-of-service vehicles and identify vehicles for replacement. â¢	Manage contract costs and ensure that contractors bill Parks properly and according to contract specifications. Maintain repair and billing records and coordinate billing with Parks Purchasing unit. â¢	Inspect contractor facilities and assess their ability to perform repairs properly and in a timely manner. â¢	Advise management of vehicle repair contract questions or concerns. â¢	Promote vehicle best practices and sustainable fleet initiatives,  â¢	Supervise complex projects that require prompt attention and resolution. â¢	Enforce compliance with agency rules, regulations, standards of conduct and vehicle operating procedures.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 681788. 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# 681788 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: TBD  NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 10/21/2024. Previous applicants to Job ID# 638335 are still under consideration and need not reapply. 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)

Senior IT Project Manager

IT PROJECT SPECIALIST

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*  Major Responsibilities â¢	Develop clear, straightforward project management plans that meet project objectives. â¢	Conduct requirements gathering sessions, document requirements and manage product backlog. â¢	Provide usability insight to project design teams and help sponsors understand usability requirements. â¢	Analyze end-user workflows; surface unarticulated needs and bring end usersâ needs into project sponsor dialogue. â¢	Consult and advise on the best means to fulfill a given solution need (Commercial-Off-The-Shelf, Cloud, Custom Build). â¢	Shape business requirements by making recommendations and suggesting alternatives to proposed solutions. â¢	Understand technical options, limitations, costs and risks. Communicate tradeoffs to business partners and work with them to shape requirements accordingly. â¢	Translate conceptual user requirements into clear, detailed functional requirements and technical specifications. â¢	Document current processes and models to understand inefficiencies or gaps. â¢	Identify and assist in prioritizing opportunities to streamline business processes. â¢	Support business strategy articulation and ensure IT alignment to business capabilities. â¢	Map business processes and identify opportunities to redesign processes or technologies to improve efficiencies. â¢	Manage interdependencies across projects and external solutions to minimize post implementation fixes. â¢	Manage needs analysis/requirements primarily for data intensive projects like business intelligence or analytics. â¢	Own needs analysis with business sponsors and manage the solution design team. â¢	Represent a project sponsor to provide feedback and guide an agile development team. â¢	Monitor progress and effectively take corrective measures when necessary. â¢	Analyze and manage project risk; concisely report issues and risks to management. â¢	Communicate and facilitate communication with the team, project sponsors, clients, external vendors and other important stakeholders.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 645789. .  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# 645789 on your cover letter and resume.  Work location: Arsenal West, Manhattan  NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 10/04/2024. Previous applicants to Job ID# 633129 are still under consideration and need not reapply. 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)

95710

Deputy Director of Employee Benefits

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*  Major Responsibilities â¢	Under general supervision of the Director of Employee Benefits with latitude to exercise decision making and independent judgment, manage and coordinate various benefit programs available to agency employees and work closely with oversight agencies. â¢	Assist with the management of employee leave requests such as Family Medical Leave of Absence (FMLA), Paid Family Leave (PFL) Dedicated Sick, Military Leave and other types of leave for qualifying employees. â¢	Coordinate with Human Resources to ensure accurate administration of employee benefits through payroll. â¢	Provide support for the end-to-end employee separation process, which includes voluntary resignations, retirements, terminations, and any other form of employee departure. â¢	Calculate terminal leave and leave balance payments on V status. â¢	Meet with retirees and discuss various options and benefits programs they need to navigate and apply for. â¢	Review and process Workerâs Compensation claims process and assist employees who have suffered work related injury or illness. â¢	Maintain accurate and confidential records of worker's compensation claims and related documentation â¢	Coordinate and implement various wellness programs and events for agency employees.  Work Location: Arsenal West, Manhattan  *This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent Parks employees serving in the Administrative Community Relations Specialist civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) permanent Parks employees in or on leave from a comparable title (e.g. Administrative Staff Analyst or Administrative Manager) or 4) Parks employees who are reachable on the Administrative Community Relations Specialist or a comparable civil service list.  All Applicants: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 680571  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# 680571 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.   nyc.gov/parks  MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

Outdoor Ropes Course Facilitator

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE

NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land â 14 percent of New York City â 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, 67 public pools, 51 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 600,000 street trees, and two 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.  The Urban Park Rangers of the City of New York/Parks & Recreation seek athletic, outdoor recreation leaders and youth development outdoor educators to work as facilitators at an exciting challenge course facility in Queens. Facilitate high and low-ropes programs for a diverse community including youth, adults, and people with disabilities. Lead off-course programs focusing on team building, leadership, and group dynamics. Perform routine assembly, inspection and maintenance of challenge course.  Candidates hired for these positions are eligible for healthcare benefits.  In addition, staff earn vacation and sick leave every month and can receive free membership to our recreation centers.   Duration: April 2024 - December 2024  Work Location: Alley Pond Park, Queens  How To Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 631861. 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 and Job ID# 631861 on your cover letter and resume.  OR  Submit resume and cover letter to: ranger.recruitment@parks.nyc.gov   OR   Mail to: John McCoy Urban Park Rangers Attn: Outdoor Ropes Course Facilitator 1234 Fifth Avenue â 5th floor New York, NY 10029  Ph: 212-360-2774; Fax: 212-360-2794  If you have questions about the position or require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, call 212-360-2774 or email: ranger.recruitment@parks.nyc.gov  Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee of $68.00. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to an $88.25 background check fee.  References will be required upon request.   MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.  nyc.gov/parks

56057

Stewardship Field Associate

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*  NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land â 14 percent of New York City â including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens and Greenstreets.  We look after 600,000 street trees, and two million more in parks.   The Division of Environment and Planning aims to protect, restore, and expand New York City's green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience. The Natural Resources Group within Environment and Planning manages over 10,000 acres of natural areas across the five boroughs, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands, and has secured tens of millions of dollars of grant from state, federal and private sources over the past decades to fund the restoration and management across these ecosystems.  Major Responsibilities â¢	Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, support volunteer events in natural areas, volunteer workshops and other service projects.  Support volunteers and staff, leading in vegetation removals, native vegetation plantings, erosion control tasks, coastal/park clean-ups and other service projects throughout the city.   â¢	Manage and supervise volunteers in a variety of outdoors settings including forests along New York City streets.  â¢	Facilitate and enhance train the trainer options to provide wider variety of opportunities for volunteers. â¢	Maintain records and prepare reports, including the regular entry of fieldwork into tracking forms. â¢	Support on-site efforts with other work happening within the division, with local park managers, local community groups and other agencies. Track volunteer recruitment and engagement progress against stewardship program goals. â¢	Assist in registration and leading volunteers at events as assigned.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 681791.   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# 681791 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: Baby Queensbridge, Queens  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)

Deputy Chief of Staff to the Commissioner

DEPUTY CHIEF OF OPERATIONS (PA

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*   NYC Parks' impact on NYC is considerable and our work is essential to the City's vitality. Our parks improve New Yorkers' health and quality of life, providing oases of beauty, recreation, and relaxation, particularly in communities of need. We empower people through participation and trainings, enhance the public's health from fitness classes to forests, and restore our environmentâs health and resiliency. Our parks connect and unify diverse constituencies through stewardship, learning and celebration, thereby strengthening and attracting investment to communities, the building blocks of our great City.  The Deputy Chief of Staff supports Parks mission by ensuring the smooth functioning of the Commissionerâs Office, including coordinating critical agency projects with senior staff and City Hall. The Deputy Chief of Staff reports to the Chief of Staff and will work closely with agency leadership to fulfill Parksâ strategic goals.  Major Responsibilities â¢	Provide oversight and guidance to projects of strategic importance to the agency, especially those that require cross-functional collaboration. â¢	Ensure timely and effective execution of the Commissionerâs directives, priorities, and strategic initiatives. â¢	Assist in overseeing the Commissionerâs schedule and preparing all necessary relevant materials for meetings as well as ensuring meeting follow up. â¢	Advise on and/or prepare the Commissionerâs internal and external communications, both written and spoken. â¢	Represent the Chief of Staff or Commissioner as required with staff, other City entities, and the stakeholder community at large. â¢	Coordinate presentations, set agendas, and summarize deliverables for Senior Staff meetings. â¢	Work in tandem with the Chief of Staff on critical policy and operational issues and serve as the Chiefâs representative as needed to ensure desired outcomes are achieved.  â¢	Serve as lead point of contact for the Commissionerâs Office for all pool and beach related operations, policy development and crisis management.   â¢	Perform other related duties and functions as required.  How to Apply All Applicants: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 681179.  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# 681179 on your cover letter and resume.  NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 10/04/2024. Previous applicants to Job ID# 680588 are still under consideration and need not reapply. References will be required upon request.   nyc.gov/parks MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

95841

Deputy Director of Forestry

ADMINISTRATIVE HORTICULTURIST

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*  Major Responsibilities â¢	Under the Borough Forestry Director, help manage all aspects of Parksâ urban forestry program throughout the borough. â¢	Assist Director in deployment of supervisors, climbers and pruners, foresters and other field and administrative staff as required. â¢	Be on-call for immediate assessment and management of storm-related emergencies. Lead borough storm emergency response efforts to safeguard human health and property in the absence of the Director. Clear streets and sidewalks of tree debris and mobilize additional non-forestry crews and equipment as needed. Supervise storm emergency contractors if such contracts are activated. â¢	Perform staff development and training regarding forestry data management system, tree maintenance, hazard and storm damage assessment, pests and diseases of trees and forestry equipment operation. â¢	Represent the Agency at planning and construction meetings within Parks and with other agencies and private sector construction projects. Articulate and enforce Parksâ tree protection policies. â¢	Assist Director in management of street and park tree maintenance programs, including pruning contracts, tree and stump remove all contracts, emergency contracts, tree inspection and disease work, work prioritization and production to accomplish Agency goals. â¢	Prepare briefings, reports, evaluations, budgets and correspondence related to Parksâ borough forestry program. Provide regular updates on the status of various projects and programs, and ensure that projects are advanced in a timely manner. â¢	Working with the Director and subordinate staff, ensure that all forestry work performed in the borough is accurately entered into the Parks Forestry Management System (ForMS) so that the database reflects the work being performed in that borough.  Work Location: Queens  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 680883. 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# 680883 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.   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)

1007C

Mechanical Engineering Inspector

ASSISTANT MECHANICAL ENGINEER

*This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent city employees serving in the Assistant Mechanical Engineer civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) candidates who are reachable on the Assistant Mechanical Engineer civil service list (Exam No. 3109). Please indicate your list number on your cover letter and resume.  NYC Parks manages more than 30,000 acres or 14% of the cityâs land, encompassing more than 5,000 individual properties. Our diverse set of assets includes recreational facilities, nature centers, historic buildings and structures, golf courses, athletic fields, playgrounds, tennis courts, public pools, public restroom buildings, retaining walls and nearly 14 miles of beaches.  The Capital Division at NYC Parks is responsible for managing the design, construction, and administration of capital projects to expand, improve and revitalize these public spaces. Within the division, a Capital Needs Assessment Team has been established to thoroughly understand the physical condition of these assets, to allocate resources and plan capital projects accordingly.  NYC Parks offers competitive pay and a generous benefits package, including pension, excellent health benefits, competitive vacation/sick days, and a healthy work-life balance.  Major Responsibilities	 â¢ Under supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer, perform condition assessments of mechanical engineering systems, including plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems, according to Agency guidelines, inspection protocols and state and local regulations.  â¢ Conduct field inspections to identify defects at the system and component level, recommend interventions to improve overall asset condition and meet benchmark performance requirements.  â¢ Prepare detailed reports to support condition assessment findings. Collect and capture additional asset information to build and improve upon the accuracy of Parksâ asset inventories.  â¢ Maintain inspection data using NYC Parksâ asset management software systems. Analyze the data to identify trends and monitor effectiveness of NYC Parksâ proactive maintenance of assets.  â¢ Collaborate with other Parks technical staff, including professional cost estimators, to accurately document observed conditions and propose recommended actions for mechanical systems.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 681783.  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 and Job ID# 681783 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens  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)

20410

Assistant Counsel

AGENCY ATTORNEY

NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land â 14 percent of New York City â including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens. We operate more than 800 athletic fields and nearly 1,000 playgrounds, 1,800 basketball courts, 550 tennis courts, 65 public pools, 51 recreational facilities, 15 nature centers, 14 golf courses and 14 miles of beaches.   Located in Central Park, the Office of the General Counsel is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a variety of practice areas. Attorneys at NYC Parks handle issues involving labor and employment, art and entertainment, first amendment, environmental, land use/real estate, contract negotiation and drafting, rule-making and litigation in city, state and federal forums.  Major Responsibilities  â¢ Under general supervision, with latitude for independent judgment and unreviewed action and decision, assist in negotiating, drafting and reviewing agreements on behalf of the Agency, including agreements for operation of the Agencyâs concessions and the maintenance & operation of park properties and facilities. â¢ Research and advise agency staff on a variety of legal issues related to the use of agency property, employment law, land use and relations with nonprofit partners. â¢ Assist in the review and interpretation of existing laws, rules and regulations and in the preparation of new rules and regulations to the Agency. â¢ Perform legal research and draft memoranda and correspondence for the General Counselâs Office. â¢ Work with the cityâs Law Department concerning ongoing litigation matters, including discovery and witness and trial preparation.  â¢ Respond to Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 681728.  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 and Job ID# 681728 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: Arsenal, Manhattan  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)

30087

Resident Engineer

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent city employees serving in the Construction Project Manager civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) permanent city employees in or on leave from a comparable title or 4) candidates who are reachable on the Construction Project Manager civil service list, Exam No. 0169. [Please indicate your list# on your cover letter and resume.] or 5) candidates who took and passed the Construction Project Manager civil service exam, Exam No. 3042 [Please indicate if you took and passed this exam on your cover letter and resume.].  NYC Parks is a design award-winning city agency that builds and cares for public spaces for New Yorkers to connect, play and enjoy. These public spaces, encompassing over 5,000 properties, include boardwalks, historic houses, playgrounds and pools and Works Progress Administration (WPA)-era recreation centers. Resident Engineers are essential to the modernization of Parks' beloved public spaces and structures. NYC Parks depends on its Resident Engineers to manage a wide range of interesting construction projects at these sites. Resident Engineers are the bridge between contractors, architects, engineers, landscape architects and the city, viewing all parties as essential partners to the successful completion of a construction project. The work of Resident Engineers is highly visible and directly benefits millions of New Yorkers and communities.  Major Responsibilities â¢ Under supervision, manage construction work involving multiple partners (e.g., construction workers, architects, landscape architects, engineers, contractors) on capital projects with varying degrees of complexity. Collaborate with peers to cover sites during schedule conflicts. â¢ Oversee the approval process of various construction projects, including making recommendations where necessary. Review change orders to determine if they are valid and then review change order costs to determine if they are fair and reasonable. â¢ Consult with Landscape Architects, Architects or Engineers of Record regarding change orders, shop drawing approvals and other architectural and engineering related issues.  â¢ Provide oversight of contractors to ensure adherence to plans and specifications. Maintain correspondence with contractors, review and approve contractorsâ payment requisitions and clarify other construction issues.  â¢ Review and research contractorsâ dispute claims and advise Borough Director on solutions. Resolve field condition issues. Collaborate on monitoring various contract administrative requirements (e.g., Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise goals, Project Labor Agreements and Damages for Delay programs).  â¢ Produce detailed daily and weekly construction project reports, maintain accurate records of items installed and deliveries to the site, keep calculation books with accurate calculations, quantities and areas of installation, prepare cost projections and organize and lead meetings. Review and process time extensions when necessary.  **Appointees to this position will receive a $2,122 Assignment Differential in addition to their base salary.  Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 636184. 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 and Job ID# 636184 on your cover letter and resume.  NOTE: References will be required upon request.  nyc.gov/parks MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

34202

Director of Historic Houses

ADMINISTRATIVE PROJECT MANAGER

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*  Major Responsibilities â¢	Under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner for Capital Projects, preserve, protect and promote the 23 historic house museums that are located on City parkland throughout five boroughs. â¢	Plan and manage the restoration and maintenance of sites, including capital improvements on the buildings and grounds. Work closely with Parksâ Capital Projects Division and the non-profit Historic House Trust (HHT) conservation staff. Develop a detailed conservation and maintenance plan which includes a systematic approach to regular inspection of the houses. â¢	Serve as principal liaison between Parks and the individual nonprofit groups that help manage the 23 sites. â¢	Advise Parks on interpretive and educational programs offered at the sites. â¢	Cultivate strong working relationships with stakeholders including the HHT Board, Directorsâ Council, and members of all HHTâs committees. â¢	Act as government liaison and coordinate capital funding requests with elected officials including the City Council and Borough Presidents. â¢	Manage all organizational finances including the 990 process and report to HHT Board and Directorsâ Council on operations and fundraising as well as report to funders on projects. â¢	Provide leadership and develop strategy to maximize nonprofit fundraising goals. â¢	Cultivate partnerships that will promote growth and awareness in the community.  Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens  *This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent Parks employees serving in the Administrative Project Manager civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) permanent Parks employees in or on leave from a comparable title (e.g. Administrative Architect, Administrative Engineer or Administrative Manager) or 4) Parks employees who are reachable on the Administrative Project Manager list or a comparable civil service list. [Please indicate your list# on your cover letter and resume.]  How to Apply		  All Applicants:  Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 680008. 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# 680008 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.   nyc.gov/parks  MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

8300B

Automation Testing Engineer

IT AUTOMATION AND MONITORING E

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*  Major Responsibilities  â¢	Plan and implement testing (e.g., regression, functional, data validation, system integration, load, or performance tests) for new and existing functionality. â¢	Work closely with development teams to design testing strategies and integrate testing into the development process.  â¢	Plan, create, execute and automate test cases, work with business partners, developers and other stakeholders.  â¢	Document and analyze test results and recommend corrective action.  â¢	Isolate, reproduce, manage, and maintain defects and test case databases, and verify fixes. â¢	Support user acceptance testing conducted by business partners or end users. â¢	Conduct exploratory testing and risk analysis for complex features, e.g., those that span across platforms or teams. â¢	Identify opportunities to reduce testing time and effort by automating repeatable tests. â¢	Enhance and maintain the test automation framework.   â¢	Understand and apply automated testing approaches such as model-based testing or record-and-replay.  â¢	Research, recommend and implement new testing technologies and practices, such as incorporating machine learning.  â¢	Define and champion quality and testing best practices among development teams.   â¢	Collaborate and share information with other software Quality Assurance engineers, e.g., by participating in a community of practice.  How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 657122.   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# 657122 on your cover letter and resume.  Work Location: Arsenal West, Manhattan  NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 10/18/2024. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. 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)

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