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

The Wildlife Unit fosters stewardship for NYC Parks, supports healthy urban wildlife populations and promotes quality of life for all New Yorkers through education, programs, policies, procedures and management plans that encourage coexistence between people and wildlife in New York City.

Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform research, analysis and planning for the Wildlife Unit.
- Prepare regularly scheduled statistical and narrative reports to support wildlife management and conservation initiatives including the Deer Impact Management Plan and the Rockaway Beach Endangered Species Nesting Area.
- Use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software to create maps as needed.
- Use statistical programs to conduct analysis for wildlife research and management applications.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define, complete and evaluate projects, touching on all aspects of Agency and divisional operations.
- Research, evaluate and recommend best practices for adoption by the division.
- Prepare analyses, statistical tools and coordinate presentations that empower division staff to make data-informed decisions.
- Coordinate consultants and contracts for wildlife management and research study as well as other wildlife contracts as needed.
- Manage project milestones to ensure timely work completion.
- Review contractor reports with appropriate Agency staff.
- Coordinate purchasing for Wildlife Unit needs.
- Perform wildlife management field work and special projects as needed.

Work Location: Arsenal North, Manhattan

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 762794.

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.

nyc.gov/parks

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 with a focus in environmental science, ecology, wildlife biology, geography, GIS or related field. 2. Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and organizational skills. 3. Experience in environmental education or conservation. 4. Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently. 5. Experience using data management statistical and GIS software. 6. Experience in computer programming languages. 7. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel. 8. 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.