*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*
Major Responsibilities
- Under the direction of the Chief of Staff, and as part of the Borough Commissioner’s administrative team, with latitude for independent initiative and judgement, manage difficult professional work.
- Supervise day-to-day operations of the Staten Island Borough Commissioner’s Office, including overseeing the schedule and organizing meetings for the administration.
- Coordinate the management of the Borough’s capital projects, including liaising with the Capital and Planning divisions, conducting needs assessments, and long-range planning.
- Serve as liaison to City Hall, other City, State and Federal agencies and oversee projects within the Agency on behalf of the Borough Commissioner.
- Assist in the coordination and implementation of special events including community presentations and press events, not limited to ribbon-cuttings, groundbreakings, and public ceremonies.
- Conduct research, analyze and synthesize information from across the Agency to prepare and respond to correspondence.
- Work with all divisions within the Agency to solicit and synthesize policy ideas.
- Represent and/or accompany the Borough Commissioner to internal and external meetings.
- Serve as representative for the Chief of Staff as needed, including supervising the staff of the Borough Commissioner’s Office.
- Coordinate special projects as directed by the Borough Commissioner and Chief of Staff.
Work Location: Stonehenge, Staten Island
How to Apply
All Applicants:
Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 698674.
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# 698674 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.
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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
- Master’s Degree in Public Administration or related field. 2. Excellent writing, administrative, organizational, and communication skills. 3. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. 4. Ability to anticipate and respond to unexpected and difficult situations. 5. Thorough understanding of the capital system and New York City government. 6. Available nights and weekends. 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.
