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

Environment and Planning division aims to protect, restore, and expand New York City Parks including green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience. The Natural Resources Group’s mission is to protect, restore, expand, and manage New York City’s over 12,000 acres of natural spaces and green infrastructure across the five boroughs, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands.
The Greenbelt Native Plant Center (GNPC) is the Division’s native plant nursery and seed bank. Programs provide live plants, develop bulk seed and bank genetically appropriate seed to meet city and agency needs.

Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction of the Deputy Director, oversee projects to enhance the quality, workflow efficiency, and ecological impact of native plant material produced at the Greenbelt Native Plant Center (GNPC).
- Work across teams to evaluate plant performance to develop data-driven plant palettes for future production and restoration efforts.
- Provide support and structure for outreach initiatives and volunteer coordination to foster community engagement and participation in the work of the nursery.
- Develop and maintain SOPs for GNPC operations and collaborate with Citywide Nursery in the Bronx for consistent quality across all plant production operations in the division.
- Enhance databases for streamlined planning and operational workflows, including seed tracking and client databases.
- Support program development for seed, plant distribution, and plant health programs, analyzing data to inform production planning and expand distribution impact.
- Research plant health issues as they arise and implement effective cultural techniques.
- Provide support to broad landscape and facility improvement projects at the nursery and assist in general nursery operations as needed.
- Supervise staff, volunteers, and interns as needed to ensure effective project execution providing guidance and support as required.

Work Location: Greenbelt Native Plant Center, Staten Island

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 629188.
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# 629188 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.

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. Strong knowledge of horticulture and nursery production and inventory management. 2. Strong analytical skills and proficiency with database use and familiarity with database development and design. 3. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 4. Excellent writing skills 5. 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 is required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.

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