*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*
Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, provide executive-level support to the NYC Parks Commissioner and Chief of Staff.
- Manage a complex schedule for the Commissioner and Chief of Staff. Handle frequent reprioritizations that will often require independent decision-making.
- Coordinate briefings across divisions for all meetings and events.
- Supervise Commissioner’s drivers.
- Oversee vacation requests and mandatory training requirements for Commissioner’s team.
- Approve internal event attendance requests.
- Other duties as assigned by the Commissioner and Chief of Staff.
How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 695622.
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# 695622 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 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
- At least two to five years of experience in directly supporting senior executives, complex coordination of activities, management or comparable experience. 2. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. 3. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues. 4. Exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. 5. Experience handling sensitive and confidential information. 6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. 7. 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.
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