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Project Development Coordinator for Recreation Purchasing

  1. DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION
Posted on: 05/23/2025
  1. Full-time

Location

MANHATTAN

  1. No exam required

Department

QN BORO REC

$60,889.00 – $94,521.00

Job Description

This vacancy has now expired.

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

Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform difficult and responsible administrative work for the development, implementation and coordination of Queens Recreation activities.
- Coordinate, process and track all vendor/purchasing inquiries and requests.
- Using Asset Management Parks System (AMPS) and Excel spreadsheets, create and maintain borough-wide tracking reports, including material and equipment needs, inventory, Other Than Personal Services (OTPS) purchases and budgets.
- Working with Center Managers, administer maintenance contracts, which include air conditioning, fire safety, exterminator and fitness equipment. Coordinate preventive maintenance services with contractors for all borough recreation centers.
- Serve as a liaison with Purchasing and Accounting divisions. Ensure purchase requisitions are accurate and manage all open Purchase Order balances. Ensure recreation staff adhere to purchasing and accounting policies and procedures.
- Work with vendors to obtain reasonable prices for services, equipment and supplies. Coordinate merchandise delivery with vendors and recreation centers.
- Work with Chief, Deputy Chiefs, Center Managers and Budget to identify and fund business improvement opportunities.
- Ensure branding guidelines are followed on all Marketing materials.
- Supervise staff performing data entry, if needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Location: Passerelle Building, Queens

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 715424.

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# 715424 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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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. Experience in project coordination, contract management or a related field. 3. Excellent leadership and communication skills. 4. Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. 5. Knowledge of E-requester, Financial Management System (FMS) and AMPS. 6. Valid New York State driver license.
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

715424

Title code

56058

Civil service title

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR

Title classification

Non-Competitive-5

Business title

Project Development Coordinator for Recreation Purchasing

Posted until

2025-06-16

  1. Experienced (non-manager)

Job level

00

Number of positions

1

Work location

Flushg Meadw Pk Passarelle Bld

  1. Administration & Human Resources

Project Development Coordinator for Recreation Purchasing

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