Facilities & Field Ops Coordinator – Natural Areas

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York invites applications for the Facilities Coordinator for Natural Areas Management, a full-time position in the DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION. You will provide administrative and operational support for field work and facilities of the Natural Areas Management Team, coordinating procurement, budget tracking, and liaison with divisions.

Work location is Baby Queensbridge Park, Queens. The role requires a bachelor's degree with two years of related community work experience, or

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

• Under supervision with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, provide administrative and operational support for field work and facilities of the Natural Areas Management Team, a diverse team of employees comprising restoration practitioners, research scientists, training coordinators and managers.
• Coordinate purchasing and receiving supplies and equipment for ecological restoration and conservation work, including budget tracking and interaction with vendors and other divisions of NYC Parks.
• Liaise with Parks’ Citywide Services Division and borough shops for service calls related to facility maintenance.
• Coordinate with other teams on the management of communal resources including meeting space, fleet vehicles and field equipment.
• Assist in scheduling interviews, meetings, field visits and conference calls for managers.
• Prepare maps, figures and final reports to submit to senior staff and collaborators.
• Oversee Parks Opportunity Program staff in the maintenance of the entire facility, ensuring offices and storage yards are tidy, organized and functional.
• Manage schedules for preventative maintenance and motor vehicle inspections for Agency vehicles, trailers and mechanized equipment.
• Initiate solutions to facility issues and take initiative to execute logistical tasks that improve team operations.

Education

Baccalaureate degree + 2 years related experience in community work or related duties

High school diploma or equivalent + 6 years related experience

Education/experience equivalent to 1 or 2 with at least 1 year of experience as described in 1

Job description

The City of New York invites applications for the Facilities Coordinator for Natural Areas Management, a full-time position in the DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION. You will provide administrative and operational support for field work and facilities of the Natural Areas Management Team, coordinating procurement, budget tracking, and liaison with divisions.

Work location is Baby Queensbridge Park, Queens. The role requires a bachelor's degree with two years of related community work experience, or