*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

* This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent city employees serving in the Park Supervisor civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) candidates who are reachable on the Park Supervisor civil service list, Exam No. 2555. [Please indicate your list# on your cover letter and resume.]

We are looking for experienced forestry staff to supervise and instruct participants in the Climber & Pruner Training Program. Trainers will conduct classroom and hands-on instruction in arboriculture, tree work safety, tree climbing and rigging, vehicles, and equipment, as well as evaluate trainees, proctor exams, and more.

Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction of the Climber & Pruner Training Program Director, develop, coordinate, and organize daily work assignments for trainees on various topics related to Parks forestry operations and the duties of forestry Climber & Pruners.
- Ensure that working conditions at assigned locations are safe and that all work is performed in a safe and efficient manner.
- Perform and demonstrate all Climber & Pruner duties, including proper tree climbing, rigging, and operation of all forestry tools, vehicles and machinery.
- Report on class progress, performance, and any disciplinary issues, accidents, and incidents that may occur. Take the appropriate action and maintain records.
- Administer evaluations, provide regular feedback to trainees, and update program management on individual staff progress.
- Prepare all relevant class materials/tools needed to carry out daily lessons. Maintain tools, machinery, vehicles and equipment in proper working condition.
- Enforce Parks rules and regulations within park areas and terms and conditions of licenses and permits issued by the Agency.
- Coordinate site preparation, staff and equipment transportation, seating, clean up and site restoration.
- Use a computer to perform record keeping and other required tasks such as presentations, lesson plans and schedules.
- Perform the duties of a Park and Recreation Manager in that person's absence.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 634988.
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# 634988 on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: Passarelle, Queens

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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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, plus two years of full-time satisfactory experience in gardening, grounds maintenance, in the automotive trades, in the building construction or maintenance trades, or as a climber and pruner or tree worker performing climbing and pruning duties. One year of this experience must have been in a supervisory capacity; or

2. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus four years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; including one year in a supervisory capacity; or

3. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience that is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. Two years of college education may be substituted for one year of the required experience. However, all candidates must possess a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and a minimum of one year of supervisory experience as described in "1" above.

License Requirement
Within one year of the date of appointment, all candidates must possess a Commercial Driver License (CDL) - Class B valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

1. Permanent Park Supervisors Level 2, Park Supervisors Level 1 and Climber & Pruners will receive preference. 2. Six months of satisfactory, full-time experience as a Climber and Pruner or Arborist. 3. Ability to perform and demonstrate all Climber & Pruner duties, including proper tree climbing, rigging, and operation of all forestry tools, vehicles and machinery. 4. Strong organizational and leadership skills, and ability to motivate trainees. 5. Experience training or demonstrated ability to train a group of participants. 6. Proficiency in ForMS Desktop and ForMS Mobile. Experience in or demonstrated ability to carry out various administrative duties requiring computer skills and knowledge of software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 7. Excellent communication skills. 8. Good attendance record.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

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 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 within 90 days of hire required for all other candidates.

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.