Project Development Coordinator for Assistant Commissioner for Operations

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

Job summary

The City of New York seeks an Assistant Commissioner for Operations to oversee NYC Parks daily operations across the five boroughs, including Fleet. The role is based at Arsenal, Manhattan and leads projects, analyses data, and coordinates with multiple divisions and city partners to enhance service delivery.

This senior position manages year-round and seasonal initiatives, represents the department in meetings with internal and external stakeholders, and provides executive support via

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree 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

• Oversee operations across the five boroughs and Fleet to improve daily operations.
• Manage year-round and seasonal initiatives, keeping projects on schedule.
• Represent Parks in meetings with City colleagues and external partners.
• Coordinate, analyze data, and prepare presentations and reports.
• Act as a liaison with Maintenance & Operations, Fleet, Citywide Services, Forestry, Innovation and Performance Management, Information Technology & Telecommunications and other Parks' divisions, city agencies and key agency partners.

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma

Job description

• Full-time
• Agency: DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION
• Job Category: Administration & Human Resources
• Salary Band: $90,000 to $100,000
• Compensation: USD 62,868 - USD 97,593

Job Description

The Assistant Commissioner for Operations oversees NYC Parks daily Operations across the five boroughs, including Fleet.

Major Responsibilities

• Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, manage projects and support the Assistant Commissioner's office to improve operations and aid in data-informed decision making.
• Manage and implement year-round and seasonal initiatives, including engaging Parks staff and external partners. Keep projects on schedule.
• Represent the Assistant Commissioner and Parks in meetings with City colleagues and external partners.
• Coordinate, provide analysis, and create presentations and reports as requested or needed.
• Act as a liaison with Maintenance & Operations, Fleet, Citywide Services, Forestry, Innovation and Performance Management, Information Technology & Telecommunications and other Parks' divisions, city agencies and key agency partners.
• Monitor and track activities and assist with projects in support of seasonal priorities and Agency initiatives.
• Conduct research; prepare presentations, briefings and reports.
• Provide outstanding customer service and administrative support for day-to-day operation of the Assistant Commissioner's office; answer phones and draft correspondence as requested or needed.

Work Location: Arsenal, Manhattan

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.