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

The Van Cortlandt Park Administrator is charged with maintaining and enhancing Van Cortlandt Park for recreation, leisure and enjoyment of the natural landscape. The Van Cortlandt Park Alliance preserves, supports and promotes the recreational, ecological and historical value of Van Cortlandt Park.

Major Responsibilities
- Under general supervision, with some latitude for independent initiative and judgment, manage the office for the administrator of Van Cortlandt Park.
- Review and process special event permit requests; provide follow-up as needed.
- Work closely with the Borough Recreation Department and Field & Court Coordinator on sports permits for Van Cortlandt Park.
- Work closely with District staff to ensure smooth communication as related to events.
- Prepare reports, maintain records and documents pertaining to special events.
- Conduct frequent site visits and enforce Parks & Recreation rules and regulations to audit permit holders.
- Assist with organizing Van Cortlandt Park-led programs and events; attend events.
- Maintain yearly event statistical information and event filing system.
- Serve as a liaison with Citywide Special Event and Borough Recreation offices.
- Supervise interns, volunteers or seasonal employees as needed.
- Answer telephone inquiries.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 641902.

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# 641902 on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: Bronx

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. Attention to detail ability to handle sensitive information. 2. At least two years of experience providing quality customer service. 3. Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. 4. Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills. 5. Ability to handle a large workload with a variety of deadlines. 6. 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.