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

Major Responsibilities

- Under the direction of the Director of Citywide Special Events, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, support the coordination, oversight, and permitting of special events held in New York City parks.
- Represent the division at Agency meetings and serve as a liaison with other Parks divisions and event producers.
- Review incoming applications and event proposals, conduct site visits, assess site fees, prepare contracts and coordinate resources to ensure events are managed properly.
- Manage a large portfolio of special events throughout the year, exercising independent judgment and initiative to take producers through all necessary steps of the event permitting process.
- Staff events on the ground to ensure compliance and enforcement of all Parks and City policies and procedures.
- Interface with special event directors and operations staff in borough offices to ensure thorough review and successful execution of permitted events.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with the public and staff. Ensure that all requests or concerns are resolved.
- Manage the production of large-scale Parks-produced citywide community events, including vendor negotiation, operation oversight, staff management and all related responsibilities.
- Assist the Director and Deputy Directors in ensuring compliance citywide with Agency policies and procedures.
- Provide administrative support to the Director and Deputy Directors including preparing agendas and memos and maintaining calendars and scheduling.

Work Location: Arsenal, Manhattan

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 751653.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current Employees please include your ERN 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.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

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. 2. A minimum of three years of direct experience managing and planning events, ideally in outdoor and/or community settings. 3. Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills. 4. Ability to work independently and initiate projects. 5. Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access. 6. Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed. 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 is 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.