*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT YEAR-ROUND PARKS EMPLOYEES*

Major Responsibilities
- Under direction of the Chief of Manhattan Recreation with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, develop, deliver and coordinate recreation programming Citywide.
- Develop an understanding of New York City’s youth, social, cultural, recreation, sports and fitness programming needs.
- Assess overall recreation center needs for Manhattan Recreation.
- Serve as the Manhattan Recreation liaison to Marketing and Special Events.
- Process and file documents relating to human resources, purchasing & accounting, receiving reports and others as needed.
- Assist with seasonal hiring and onboarding.
- Coordinate Chief of Recreation schedules.
- Track and distribute equipment and supplies.
- Liaise with key stakeholders in Recreation.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 624444.

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# 624444 on your cover letter and resume.

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 02/09/2024. Previous applicants to Job ID# 587508 are still under consideration and need not reapply. References will be required upon request.

Work Location: Arsenal West, Manhattan

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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 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. Bachelor’s degree or further education in Therapeutic Recreation, Sports Management or a related field. 2. 3 years’ experience implementing recreational programming. 3. Experience working with people with disabilities. 4. Excellent writing, communication and organizational skills. 5. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. 6. Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Access. 7. Ability to initiate and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. 8. Valid New York State driver license.

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.