Shape Up NYC Outreach Coordinator

DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Parks & Recreation seeks a Community Coordinator to oversee Shape Up NYC fitness and recreation programs citywide. You will coordinate classes, manage sites, and maintain internal databases while reporting on progress.

The role emphasizes outreach, content creation for social media, and coordination of public events and private training sessions. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, with a valid NY driver license preferred.

Qualifications

• A 4-year degree and two years of experience in community work or related activities; or a high school diploma and six years of related experience.
• Evidence of strong writing, communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Experience with scheduling, outreach or program coordination is desirable.
• Valid New York State driver license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Shape Up NYC fitness and recreation programming citywide under the Director's guidance.
• Manage fitness classes: scheduling between instructors and sites, updating databases, and producing progress reports.
• Lead outreach and create content for Shape Up NYC's social media and outreach efforts.
• Coordinate public events and private training sessions for fitness instructors.
• Foster and manage community partnerships and site collaborations.
• Gather feedback, photos and videos through site visits and check-ins.
• Establish action plans, set goals and ensure deadlines are met.

Skills

Writing skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Time management

Multitasking

Driver license

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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

Major Responsibilities

• Under general direction of the Director of Citywide Fitness, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, coordinate Shape Up NYC fitness and recreation programming citywide.
• Manage fitness classes, including scheduling between instructors and host sites, updating the website and Shape Up NYC's internal databases, and creating progress reports regularly.
• Manage Shape Up NYC's outreach efforts, including leading an outreach strategy, outreach to instructors and creating content for Shape Up's social media.
• Coordinate special public events and private training sessions for fitness instructors.
• Manage community partnerships and host site collaboration.
• Gather feedback, photos, and videos through regular site visits and check-ins.
• Establish action plans, set goals and ensure deadlines are met.

Work Location: Arsenal North, Manhattan

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.

nyc.gov/parks

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

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

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

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience in community outreach, communications, or marketing preferred.
• Excellent writing, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to meet deadlines and initiate and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• 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.