Riverside Park South Facilities Coordinator

DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION in New York City seeks a Community Coordinator to support Riverside Park South operations. You will work with the Park Administrator and Conservancy to ensure safe, well-maintained public spaces and programs.

The role requires strong communication, budgeting, and horticultural coordination, with flexibility for evenings and weekends as needed. A degree with relevant experience is preferred, with civil service pathways possible.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and two years of experience in community work or related duties, or a high school diploma with six years of related experience.
• Equivalent combination may be accepted with at least one year of related experience.
• Preferred: horticulture background and knowledge of Parks operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of essential community services for Riverside Park South.
• Develop and track the annual park maintenance budget with the Park Administrator and Parks Budget Office.
• Coordinate with NYC Parks and Riverside Park Conservancy to ensure inspections and maintenance per contracts; address safety hazards.
• Oversee horticultural care and long-term maintenance planning; maintain records of plant materials.
• Track maintenance, programming, expenditures, work orders, and inventory; coordinate purchasing and contractor services.
• Represent the Agency at meetings and liaise with Riverside South Property Owners Association and other stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft 365

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma

Tools

AMPS

Job description

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

Riverside Park South is an award-winning waterfront park being constructed in six phases. Currently at 17 acres, it will eventually cover 32 acres, including a 750-foot pier, lawns, playgrounds, athletic fields, concessions and extensive horticulture. The Park hosts significant free public programs funded by the Riverside South Property Owners Association through the Riverside Park Conservancy. The Park is overseen as part of Manhattan District 14. The parks maintenance is privately funded and the vision has always been for Riverside Park South to receive exemplary care.

*Current Employees please include your ERN 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.

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.

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

Major Responsibilities

• Under supervision, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform assigned tasks to support the delivery of essential community services for Riverside Park South.


• Work closely with the Park Administrator and, in consultation with the Parks Budget Office and Riverside Park Conservancy, develop and track the annual park maintenance budget.


• Collaborate with NYC Parks and Riverside Park Conservancy staff to ensure the park is effectively inspected and maintained in accordance with the Parks Inspection Program and applicable contractual obligations. Communicate Park conditions, including public safety concerns, to appropriate Parks and Conservancy staff for resolution and aggressively pursue the immediate correction of safety hazards.


• Oversee and coordinate the park’s horticultural care while preserving the park’s original design intent. Work with Parks and Conservancy staff to establish and maintain a long-term horticultural maintenance plan. Maintain horticultural records and monitor plant materials purchased and installed throughout the park.


• Track maintenance and enforcement activities, programming, expenditures, work orders and inventory levels. Coordinate purchasing activities and oversee contractor services.


• Coordinate with Parks Enforcement and Maintenance & Operations (M&O) to ensure that public programming in Riverside Park South receives the necessary operational and enforcement support.


• Develop long-term strategies and plans for the effective maintenance and operation of Riverside Park South.


• Provide the Park Administrator and Riverside South Property Owners Association with regularly scheduled status reports regarding park operations, conditions and funding.


• Assist the Park Administrator with administrative responsibilities. Maintain accurate records, prepare comprehensive reports and respond to and track correspondence.


• Represent the Agency at meetings and serve as a liaison with the Riverside South Property Owners Association, Riverside Park Conservancy, other City agencies, institutions and community constituents.

Work Location: Riverside Park, Manhattan

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

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, writing and time-management skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft 365. Knowledge of AMPS.


• Flexibility and availability to work nights and weekends as needed.


• Horticulture background. Familiarity with Parks operations is a plus.


• 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.