Project Development Coordinator for the Commissioner's Office

Job Description

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

The Commissioner’s Office provides direct executive support to the Commissioner and serves as the central coordinating body for the Agency. The Office advances the Commissioner’s priorities and tracks communications; strategically manages scheduling and workflow to maximize impact; aligns the work of the Department’s divisions with areas of focus; and facilitates coordination with City Hall, across Parks and with key partners external stakeholders.

The Project Development Coordinator supports the Commissioner’s Office by providing executive-level support and outstanding customer service for the day-to-day operations of the Commissioner’s Office.

Major Responsibilities

- Under general direction, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, provide executive-level support to the NYC Parks Commissioner's Office.
- Assist in managing a complex schedule for the Commissioner, handling frequent re-prioritizations that often require independent decision-making.
- Proactively identify and prioritize situations requiring the Commissioner’s attention through independent analysis and judgment.
- Coordinate resources and assemble appropriate reference and backup materials for all meetings and events.
- Conduct research and prepare presentations, briefings, analyses and reports.
- Support the Executive Assistant to the Commissioner in advancing schedule requests and priority projects.
- Provide outstanding customer service and administrative support for the day-to-day operations of the Commissioner’s Office, including answering phones and drafting correspondence to constituents.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Chief of Staff and the Executive Assistant to the Commissioner.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 771684.

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.

Work Location: Arsenal, Manhattan

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.

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Qualifications

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.

Additional Information

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.