*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT YEAR-ROUND PARKS EMPLOYEES*

NYC Parks is an award-winning city agency that builds and cares for public spaces for New Yorkers to connect, play and enjoy. NYC Parks manages more than 30,000 acres or 14% of the city’s land, encompassing more than 5,000 individual properties. Our diverse set of assets include recreational facilities, nature centers, historic buildings and structures, golf courses, athletic fields, playgrounds, tennis courts, public pools, public restrooms, retaining walls and nearly 14 miles of beaches.

Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, coordinate candidate hiring.
- Maintains records and evaluations of employees.
- Compose and edit job postings and interview matrices. Provide support for the scheduling and coordination of panel interviews. Ensure interview/hire process is accomplished accurately and in a timely manner.
- Work with Human Resources on specialized recruitment efforts for specific staffing needs.
- Coordinate and conduct training sessions and orientations for newly hired staff.
- Oversee tracking of personnel changes and monitor divisional headcount changes.
- Serve as a liaison to other divisions including Human Resources, Payroll & Timekeeping, Benefits and Labor Relations.
- Assist with managing Citytime accounts as well as distribution of payroll.
- Provide general support services, including filing, answering phone calls, and responding to inquiries.
- Maintain accurate records and prepare comprehensive reports using data from various sources.
- Directly assist Chief and Deputy Chief of Administrative Services with special projects and staff wellness activities.


How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 616317.

*Current City Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 616317 on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: Randall’s Island, Manhattan

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.

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.

1. Excellent leadership, communication, writing, organizational, and customer service skills. 2. Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Word and Excel. 3. Experience working with Human Resources, Labor Relations, and Budget. 4. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and conduct effective follow-through. 5. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. 6. Able to juggle multiple projects with diverse stakeholders. 7. Significant track record of executing tight deadlines. 8. Valid New York State driver license. 9. Available to work evenings and weekends if needed. 10. Experience handling sensitive and confidential matters.

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.