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Project Development Coordinator for Capital Legal

  1. DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION
Posted on: 04/25/2025
  1. Full-time

Location

NYC-ALL BOROS

  1. No exam required

Department

CP DC For Capital Projects

$60,889.00 – $94,521.00

Job Description

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

The Capital Legal Division consists of Agency attorneys and administrative support staff and oversees matters relating to Agency Capital and Construction procurement contracts, consultant service contracts including contract administration, as well as providing legal advice to staff at the Olmsted Center and throughout the Agency related to construction and construction related matters.

Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, serve as the Legal Administrator for the Capital Projects Legal Division and support the attorneys in the Capital Legal Division and office daily operations.
- Routinely update multiple Excel logs/tracking sheets.
- Routinely organize, maintain, and update the Capital Legal Division’s digital files.
- Serve as the Capital Legal Division’s liaison on both intra-agency and interagency matters.
- Track cycles times for contracts in procurement.
- Handle special projects for the Capital Legal Division.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 712376.

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# 712376 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 COORDINATOR - 56058


Minimum Qualifications

1. 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
2. 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
3. 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.


Preferred Skills

1. Bachelor’s degree. 2. Familiarity with NYC Parks Capital division or capital processes. 3. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. 4. Excellent communication and organizational skills. 5. Strong customer service skills, attention to detail and ability to multitask. 6. Ability to handle confidential matters. 7. Strong computer and database skills. 8. Procurement or construction experience a plus.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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 Requirement

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.
Additional Information

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 ID

712376

Title code

56058

Civil service title

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR

Title classification

Non-Competitive-5

Business title

Project Development Coordinator for Capital Legal

Posted until

2025-05-23

  1. Experienced (non-manager)

Job level

00

Number of positions

1

Work location

Flushing Meadow Pk Olmsted Ctr

  1. Administration & Human Resources

Project Development Coordinator for Capital Legal

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