Project Development Coordinator for Special Events

DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York's Parks & Recreation Department seeks a Community Coordinator to support Bronx Operations. The role coordinates diverse aspects of special event planning for Bronx parks, reviews proposals, conducts site visits, and manages events on site.

You will supervise staff, process permit requests, and collaborate with the Bronx Borough Commissioner’s Office and divisions to ensure events are run properly. Evening and weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field and two years of community work experience, or
• High school diploma with six years in community work, as described above, or
• Education/experience equivalent to the above with at least one year of equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple aspects of special event planning for Bronx Operations.
• Review proposals, conduct site visits, assess site fees and manage events on site.
• Coordinate creation, development and production of Parks-produced events; supervise staff.
• Review and process special event permit requests; provide follow-up as needed.
• Collaborate with the Bronx Borough Commissioner’s Office and other divisions to ensure proper event management.
• Prepare reports and maintain event records and documentation.
• Conduct site visits and enforce Parks & Recreation rules for permit holders.
• Maintain yearly event statistical information and filing systems.
• Communicate effectively with staff and the public; resolve requests and concerns.
• Assist the Bronx Chief of Operations with other tasks as directed.

Skills

Excellent writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Work independently

Evenings/weekends availability

Driver license (NY)

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Access

Job description

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

• Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, coordinate multiple aspects of special event planning for the Bronx Operations.
• Assist the Borough Chief’s office with the coordination of special events held in Bronx parks; review proposals, conduct site visits, assess site fees and manage events on site.
• Coordinate the creation, development and production of Parks-produced events. Supervise subordinate personnel or act as a team leader.
• Review and process special event permit requests; provide follow-up as needed.
• Work closely with the Bronx Borough Commissioner’s Office, Parks’ Operations, Citywide Special Events, Enforcement, Revenue and Legal divisions to ensure events are managed properly.
• Prepare reports, maintain records and documentation pertaining to special events.
• Conduct frequent site visits and enforce Parks & Recreation rules and regulations to audit permit holders.
• Maintain yearly event statistical information and event filing system.
• Maintain yearly event statistical information and event filing system.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with staff and the public. Ensure that all requests and concerns are resolved.
• Assist with other tasks as directed by the Bronx Chief of Operations.
• Work schedule includes weekend work in season and occasional nights and holidays.

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

Work location: Ranaqua, Bronx

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 10/09/2026.

References will be required upon request. Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee between $40.00 to $101.00 based on the salary range of title. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $104.50 background check fee.

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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

Minimum 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.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Excellent writing, communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with NYC Parks permit process or interest in event planning.
• Ability to work independently and initiate projects.
• Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Valid New York State driver license.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.

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.