Executive Assistant to the Parks Commissioner

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New York’s NYC Parks is seeking a Community Coordinator who will provide high-level administrative support to the Parks Commissioner and Chief of Staff. The role involves managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and ensuring timely briefings across divisions to support a busy schedule.

The position is based in Arsenal, Manhattan, requiring strict adherence to deadlines and coordination with multiple departments.

Qualifications

• 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
• 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
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level support to the NYC Parks Commissioner and Chief of Staff.
• Manage a complex schedule for the Commissioner and Chief of Staff.
• Coordinate briefings across divisions for all meetings and events.
• Oversee conference room bookings and travel coordination for the Commissioner’s team.
• Handle vacation requests and training requirements for the Commissioner’s team.
• Facilitate City Hall approvals for Commissioner attendance at events.

Education

Baccalaureate degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Education/experience equivalent to 1 or 2

Job description

City of New York’s NYC Parks is seeking a Community Coordinator who will provide high-level administrative support to the Parks Commissioner and Chief of Staff. The role involves managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and ensuring timely briefings across divisions to support a busy schedule.

The position is based in Arsenal, Manhattan, requiring strict adherence to deadlines and coordination with multiple departments.