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

Major Responsibilities
- Under general supervision, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, provide exemplary customer service in a timely matter to the public, Agency personnel and Agency consultants by retrieving and disseminating requested documents.
- Perform various clerical tasks, data entry and filing.
- Handle fragile documents, large heavy rolls of paper and mylar.
- Retrieve, lift, and file forms, shop drawings, approvals, rolls of plans, oversize plan file folders, specifications and other documents relating to capital construction projects. Climb a step stool and ladders to obtain necessary documents.
- Inventory and pack documents for transport to an off-site storage facility.
- Operate standard office equipment including computer, word processor, copy machine and microfiche reader.
- Assist with the operation of the wide format print machines, scanner, document binding equipment and distribution of contract bid documents.
- Coordinate the fabrication of signage and other large, printed materials, which includes operating a latex print machine, laminator and grommet machine, ensuring the highest standard of quality in production.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 715859.

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# 715859 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.

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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 ASSOCIATE - 56057

Qualification Requirements
1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.

1. Ability to work creatively and diligently, under both direct and indirect supervision. 2. Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Word and Excel. 3. Strong organizational skills, including careful attention to detail. 4. Knowledge of digital preservation theory and practice, including current technologies, administrative/technical metadata and file format standards. 5. Ability to prioritize workload and handle multiple tasks. 6. Ability to meet deadlines and identify and resolve issues with minimal direction.

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 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.