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

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.

The Environment and Planning division includes Central Forestry programs, Forestry Operations, the Natural Resources Group, Nurseries, and Planning teams. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Major Responsibilities
- Under supervision of the Chief of Contracts and Administration for Environment and Planning, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform difficult and responsible administrative work specializing in the coordination of purchases to support division operations and professional development of staff.
- Reach out to vendors for detailed information and price quotes.
- Enter purchase requests into the various procurement systems (e-Requestor, Passport, Punchout, and OCP for DCAS Requirements Contracts).
- Coordinate with division staff on purchasing needs, as well as pick-up and delivery once items are received.
- Coordinate quotes and approvals for credit card purchases; process orders online and by phone as needed; collect Receiving Reports as needed for credit card holders to prepare monthly credit card reports.
- Check Receiving Reports sent to Central Purchasing as needed.
- Work with Central Purchasing on issues with purchase orders and other requests; contact vendors when there is an issue with items received (or delayed receipt) on purchase orders.
- Assist with managing the division’s Other Than Personal Services (OTPS) budget. Prepare recommendations for the distribution of the annual OTPS budget. Track OTPS budget codes and request budget modifications as needed. Track and analyze OTPS spending and trends; submit corresponding weekly reports.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 631215.
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# 631215 on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

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. Experience and/or education in procurement, and experience in purchasing and procurement for the City of New York preferred. 2. Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. 3. Knowledge of E-requester, Passport, and the City’s Financial Management System (FMS). 4. Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills. 5. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently. 6. Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends. 7. 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.