Project Development Coordinator for Historic Harlem Parks

Job Description

NYC Parks is a design award-winning city agency that builds and cares for public spaces for New Yorkers to connect, play and enjoy. NYC Parks manages more than 30,000 acres or 14% of the city’s land, encompassing more than 5,000 individual properties. Our diverse set of assets includes recreational facilities, nature centers, historic buildings and structures, golf courses, athletic fields, playgrounds, tennis courts, public pools, performing arts spaces, retaining walls and nearly 14 miles of beaches.

Major Responsibilities
- Under the supervision of the Manhattan Borough Commissioner, work closely with regulatory officials, City agencies and Parks staff to oversee and manage the four Historic Harlem Parks Morningside, St. Nicholas, Jackie Robinson and Marcus Garvey.
- Organize and implement strategic plans and develop horticultural and restoration plans for the Historic Harlem Parks that supports the unique history and character of each park while leveraging their combined resources, programming and community support to better serve the greater Harlem community.
- In coordination with the Borough Commissioner, act as a government liaison and coordinate capital funding requests with elected officials including City Council members and the Borough President. Work with Capital Projects division to prioritize and discuss reconstruction issues.
- Cultivate and strengthen community support for the continued restoration and improvement of the Parks. Develop relationships with local businesses, community groups and Federal and State agencies.
- Meet with elected officials and members of civic and community groups to foster park support and participation in park activities.
- Develop Park programming such as film festivals, concerts and other special events for the enjoyment of children and adults who patronize the Historic Harlem Parks.
- Serve as a liaison between the Agency and the Harlem community.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 710413.

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

*Current City Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 710413 on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: 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

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COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

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.