- Deputy Chief of Special Programs New York
- City of New York in New York, NY, United States
- jobs
- 1 month ago
jobs description
*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*
Major Responsibilities
• Under direction of the Chief of Special Programs with great latitude for the exercise of independent judgment, manage aspects of the divisions under the office purview.
• Plan and coordinate all trainings and programs, as directed by the Chief of Special Programs.
• Oversee operational requirements according to Agency, City and State regulations.
• Utilize knowledge of Parks operations including that of Pools, Beaches and programs.
• Serve as the Agency representative in mediating situations involving patrons, employees and community groups which are sensitive or complex in nature.
• Develop procedures for administration of short- and long-term projects.
• Promote Agency recruitment efforts.
• Oversee purchasing, vehicles, and storehouses under the direction of the Chief of Special Programs.
• Work with the Marketing and Press Office.
• Represent the Chief of Special Programs at various inter- and intra-agency events and meetings with key stakeholders.
How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 646971.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
• Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 646971 on your cover letter and resume.
Work Location: Arsenal, Manhattan
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
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)
Minimum Qualifications
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four (4) years of full-time paid experience in: park management, park or urban rehabilitation, urban or regional planning, forestry or horticulture, landscape architecture, or a related field, at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or in supervision of professional staff working in one or more of the above mentioned areas; or
• Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” above. However, all candidates must possess the 18 months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience as described in “1” above.
Preferred Skills
• Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills. 2. Available to work weekends and evenings as needed. 3. 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.
, $145,000.00 – $150,000.00
New York NY United States