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

This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent Parks employees serving in the Administrative Manager civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) permanent employees in or on leave from a comparable title or 4) employees who are reachable on a comparable civil service list.

The mission of the Business Development and Special Events (BDSE) division is to enhance park patrons’ experience by developing exciting, innovative events, concessions and programming, revitalizing existing amenities, and ensuring top quality internal controls and inspection standards. From iconic concessions like the Coney Island Cyclone and Wollman Rink to large-scale special events like Governor’s Ball and Great Lawn concerts to the development of Creative Courts and Cool Pools, the division engages New Yorkers in interacting with parks in diverse and unique ways, all while implementing industry-standard safety measures for each property through the Parks Inspection Program (PIP) and helping to connect visitors to our waterfront through the Marine and Waterfront team. The division’s wide- ranging and diverse portfolio supports premier City and agency initiatives that connect visitors to the vast resources available at NYC Parks.

Major Responsibilities
- Reporting to the Assistant Commissioner for BDSE and with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative, plan, supervise, implement, coordinate and evaluate all administrative programs within the division.
- Identify emerging BDSE issues and opportunities for efficiencies and lead the planning, coordination and implementation of strategic Division-wide and intra-divisional priorities and initiatives including project management, analysis and reporting. Serve as Division's primary liaison for Agency-wide programs.
- Plan and coordinate human resource activities including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations. Monitor headcounts, vacancy reports and personnel changes. Develop, participate in and lead when appropriate professional development activities and serve on BDSE Executive Team.
- Serve as primary division liaison with Personnel, Budget, Payroll and Timekeeping, Benefits, Labor Relations,
- Health and Safety, Facilities Management, Fleet Services and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) offices and serve as Division EEO Officer.
- Manage the Agency’s portfolio of public WiFi engagements and requests for use of Park assets for mobile telecommunication proposals including but not limited to evaluation of proposals, internal and external relationship management, future business development opportunities and implementation of projects.
- Oversee and monitor division budgets and coordinate all purchasing including tracking of annual budgets and
- budget expenditure analyses, and draft Divisional new need requests.
- Manage complex jobs and projects that require prompt attention and resolution. Represent the Agency and division leadership at meetings, hearings, large-scale special events conferences and other venues. Communicate clearly and effectively with all levels of management.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 629314.

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# 629314 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.

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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 and four years of satisfactory, full-time progressively responsible clerical/administrative experience requiring independent decision-making concerning program management or planning, allocation for resources and the scheduling and assignment of work, 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory capacity. The supervisory work must have been in the supervision of staff performing clerical/administrative work of more than moderate difficulty; or
2. An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college and five years of satisfactory, full-time progressively responsible experience as described in "1" above, 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory capacity. The supervisory work must have been in the supervision of staff performing clerical/administrative work of more than moderate difficulty; or
3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six years of
satisfactory, full-time progressively responsible experience as described in "1"
above, 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial,
executive or supervisory capacity. The supervisory work must have been in the
supervision of staff performing clerical/administrative work of more than
moderate difficulty; or
4. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1", "2" or "3" above. However, all
candidates must possess the 18 months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience as described in "1", "2" or "3" above. Education above
the high school level may be substituted for the general clerical/administrative
experience (but not for the administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory
experience described in "1", "2" or "3" above) at a rate of 30 semester credits
from an accredited college for 6 months of experience up to a maximum of 3½
years.

1. Detailed knowledge of agency structure and government operations understanding of the mission and business of urban park planning and natural resource management. 2. Excellent administrative, supervisory, analytical, technical, writing and proof-reading skills. 3. Excellent project-management skills, including organization, discipline, attention to detail and follow-up. 4. Excellent communications skills and expertise in communicating relevant messages to right audience, including technical information. 5. Valid New York State driver license.

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 is required within 90 days of hire 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.