Project Development Coordinator for Staten Island Operations

NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development is seeking a Community Coordinator to manage operational tasks, analyze performance metrics, and collaborate with various teams. This role requires strong analytical and organizational skills, with a focus on community engagement and project oversight. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in community-centered activities, along with proficiency in essential software tools.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in community work or related activities.
• 1 year experience in community work required.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical and administrative work for Staten Island Operations.
• Prepare reports and present findings to borough and agency administration.
• Review construction plans and serve as a liaison to other Parks Divisions.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Statistical Experience

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

High School Graduation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Tableau

GIS

SQL

Job description

NYC Parks is an 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 recreation and nature centers, historic buildings and structures, athletic fields, playgrounds, sports courts, public pools, performing arts spaces, retaining walls, piers, boardwalks and nearly 14 miles of beaches.

Major Responsibilities
- Under general supervision, with some latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform difficult and responsible analytical and administrative work for Staten Island Operations.
- Work closely with the Deputy and Chief of Operations and the Operations Team.
- Track various performance metrics including Parks Ratings, Trades Work Order Management, Fleet, and Special Projects and Initiatives.
- Prepare reports and presentations and present findings regarding the above to borough and agency administration.
- Work with District Park Managers and supervision on behalf of the Borough Chiefs regarding projects and initiatives.
- Review construction plans and documents, correspondence, and requests to advise Borough administration and to serve as a liaison to other Parks Divisions.
- Represent the Agency at meetings with other governmental agencies and organizations.
- Perform site inspections of Parks and other facilities throughout Staten Island.
- Drive vehicles to get to sites as needed.

Work Location: Staten Island

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 713873.
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# 713873 on your cover letter and resume.

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

Minimum 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.

Preferred Skills

1. Excellent administrative, organizational and communication skills.2. Strong analytical and statistical experience.3. Ability to maintain databases and generate metrics and performance reports.4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office expertise in Excel, Tableau, GIS and SQL.

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.