The mission of NYC Parks is to plan resilient and sustainable parks, public spaces, and recreational amenities, build a park system for present and future generations, and care for parks and public spaces. Environment and Planning works to protect, restore, expand, and manage New York City’s green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience.

Environment and Planning is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent judgment and initiative, work closely with Senior Forester and Deputy Director for In-House Tree Planting to coordinate and implement administrative needs for the program.
- Work closely with Senior Forester and Project Manager to call for utility mark outs and record codes prior to site excavation and planting.
- Work closely with the Deputy Director, Senior Forester and Park Supervisor to ensure that purchase order needs for program are implemented and managed.
- Assist with development of and provide training for gardeners and supervisors.
- Work closely with supervisors and program manager to route locations for work crews.
- Perform data entry into computer programs, ensuring that all data is entered accurately, and information is organized and easily retrievable.
- Provide general office support. Prepare reports, log correspondence, verify information and track phone calls.
- Report to field office as needed.
- Process and route correspondence for program to the appropriate staff.
- Prepare various reports and briefings using data and information supplied by managers and supervisors.
- Assist the Deputy Director with needs analyses (including developing justifications, budgets and new initiatives), timely reporting and accurate statistical data.

Work Location: TBD

To apply:
All Applicants:
Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 610930

*Current City Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 610930 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.

MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

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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. Certification as an Arborist from the International Society of Arboriculture. 2. Excellent management, administrative and communication skills. 3. Experience planning, coordinating and/or supervising forestry programs. 4. Valid New York State driver license. 5. Available to work evenings and weekends.

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.