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Job Description
ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES
Major Responsibilities
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
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)
COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058
Qualifications
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.
Job Description
ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES
Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, coordinate multiple aspects of special event planning for the Bronx Recreation’s Permit Office.
- Assist the Recreation Borough Chief’s office with the coordination of special events held in Bronx parks; review proposals, conduct site visits, assess site fees and manage events on site.
- Coordinate the creation, development and production of Parks-produced events. May supervise subordinate personnel or act as a team leader.
- Review and process special event permit requests; provide follow-up as needed.
- Work closely with the Bronx Borough Commissioner’s Office, Parks’ Operations, Citywide Special Event, Enforcement, Revenue and Legal divisions to ensure events are managed properly.
- Prepare reports, maintain records and documents pertaining to special events.
- Conduct frequent site visits and enforce Parks & Recreation rules and regulations to audit permit holders.
- Maintain yearly event statistical information and event filing system.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with staff and the public. Ensure that all requests and concerns are resolved.
- Assist with other tasks as directed by the Chief of Recreation.
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# 704684 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)
COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058
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.
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.
