*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT YEAR-ROUND PARKS EMPLOYEES*

- Under supervision of the Assistant Director of Community Engagement, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform all aspects of community engagement to a portfolio of garden groups, external organizations and the general public in strategic geographic areas, including neighborhoods of high garden concentration.
- Provide mentorship to other Community Engagement Coordinators in assigned boroughs, assist the Assistant Director with various initiatives and prepare reports for GreenThumb management.
- Provide strategic planning support and administrative leadership on GreenThumb efforts to develop programs to connect gardeners with other gardeners, funding sources, educational opportunities and coalition building.
- Build relationships with and among gardeners, greening groups, community organizations, city agencies and community boards to facilitate communication around community involvement in neighborhoods of high garden concentration.
- Represent GreenThumb to the general public and outside organizations in order to expand awareness of and participation in community gardening in New York City.
- Support garden groups with technical, educational, material and organizational support and assist in producing educational workshop series for gardeners and the general public.
- Assist with purchasing and delivery of supplies and implementing projects at gardens.
- Utilize a tracking system and database to monitor inventory and materials, including lumber, soil and tools.
- Work with garden groups to develop and implement long-term design and programming goals.
- Assist garden groups with organizational development, capacity building and dispute resolution.
- Organize and staff garden volunteer projects.
- Oversee licensing and registration of garden groups and compliance with GreenThumb requirements.
- Perform research, analyze data, prepare reports and complete tasks as assigned in various areas related to urban gardening.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 619016.

*Current City Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 619016 on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: 100 Gold Street, Manhattan

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. Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the duties described above. 2. Experience or interest in community gardening, horticulture, community organizing, urban agriculture, outreach or related field. 3. Strong verbal and written communication skills. 4. Previous experience working with community groups, volunteers, coalitions or city agencies. 5. Availability to work a flexible work schedule, including events on evenings and weekends, as required. 6. Ability to work outdoors in gardens when required. 7. Proficiency with managing multiple assignments with competing deadlines. 8. Second language a plus. 9. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel. 10. Valid New York State driver license.

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.