Volunteer Program Coordinator

City of New York; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

City of New York is hiring a Community Coordinator to support Partnerships for Parks volunteer programming and logistics. The role focuses on coordination, data entry, reporting, and cross‑department collaboration to advance park initiatives.

The position requires a relevant degree or substantial related experience and the ability to work across municipal partners, managing inventories, events, and volunteer engagement in a city context.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in community work or related duties.
• High school diploma and six years of related experience.
• Any equivalent education/experience combination with at least one year of related experience.

Aufgaben

• Support PfP volunteer programming under the Senior Volunteer Coordinator.
• Maintain volunteer supply inventories and manage purchases and returns.
• Input and manage data in Salesforce and other databases; create online forms.
• Prepare reports and presentations; attend meetings as needed.
• Coordinate with PfP, CPF and NYC Parks staff across departments.

Ausbildung

Baccalaureate degree + 2 years experience in community work

High school diploma + 6 years experience

Tools

Salesforce

Jobbeschreibung

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

Partnerships for Parks (PfP) is a joint program of New York City Parks and City Parks Foundation (CPF). PfP supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care for and advocate for neighborhood parks and green spaces. We equip individuals, organizations, and government partners with the skills, tools and resources needed to ensure these spaces remain vibrant and dynamic community assets.

The Partnerships for Parks Volunteer Program engages corporate and nonprofit partners through It’s My Park volunteer opportunities, our signature volunteer program that helps communities beautify and care for their local park. The Volunteer Program coordinator centrally manages the administrative and logistical aspects of volunteer engagement across PfP departments, and supports priority initiatives through programming, partnership development and resource development.

Major Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Senior Volunteer Coordinator, perform routine administrative and operational tasks to support PfP volunteer programming, and plan and execute volunteer programming as needed.
• Assist with maintaining volunteer supply inventories, including but not limited to managing supply purchases, deliveries, and returns through NYC Parks and CPF systems, conducting inventory assessments, organizing storehouses, and assisting with tool sorting and allocations.
• Collect and track information, input and manage data into Salesforce and other databases, create online registration forms, and input and manage other information online and internally.
• Prepare, contribute to, and circulate reports and presentations. Attend meetings on behalf of PfP as directed.
• Liaise and coordinate with PfP, CPF and NYC Parks employees across departments, on all matters related to volunteer coordination.
• Track expenses and inventory and communicate budget and expense updates to supervisor and others as needed.
• Communicate via email and phone with internal and external stakeholders, respond to general volunteer inquiries and serve as a main point of contact for organizations interested in volunteering.
• Plan and lead IMP service projects in parks across the City for volunteers of all ages to engage in hands‑on beautification and clean‑up activities including but not limited to planting, tree care, painting, litter removal, with an emphasis on priority themes as directed (ie: youth, environment, etc.).
• Manage volunteers and program participants as appropriate.
• Support other priority programs, events and initiatives as directed.

Work Location: 100 Gold Street, Manhattan

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 project planning, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
3. Experience with databases and online applications. Working knowledge of Salesforce is a plus.
4. Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
5. Experience working with volunteers in parks or gardens, environmental education and/or with youth.
6. Ability to work on a flexible schedule, including occasional morning, evening and weekend events.
7. Ability to work effectively within a team and independently and with diverse constituencies.
8. Valid New York State driver license and comfortable driving in New York City.

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.

nyc.gov/parks

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

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

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 $107.50 background check fee.

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.