Project Development Coordinator for Street Tree Bed Rodent Mitigation

NYC Parks is launching a new citywide team within Maintenance & Operations (M&O) to tackle rodent issues in street tree beds across all five boroughs. This dedicated team will include a Park Supervisor 2 (PS2), Senior Forester (SF), Project Development Coordinator (PDC), four Exterminators, and four City Parks Workers (CPWs). The necessary vehicles, equipment and supplies will be provided to support their efforts.

Major Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a PS2, and with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, coordinate the administrative aspects of the Street Tree Bed Rodent Mitigation Program, including project management, correspondence, strategic planning, and scheduling.
• Support the Tree Bed Rodent Mitigation unit in achieving its goals and objectives.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the program, including outreach, scope development, data collection and integrity, report production, meeting attendance, and other assigned tasks.
• Collaborate with M&O staff, internal divisions, external partners, and City agencies including DOHMH, NYC Public Schools, NYCHA, DSNY, and the Mayor’s Office to research, evaluate and select technologies while fostering partnerships for successful program implementation.
• Prepare, update, and maintain reports, budgets, trackers and presentations as directed by the PS2 and other stakeholders.
• Serve as a liaison between divisions, agencies and interagency partners as needed.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to standardize information flows, improve data management, and enhance coordination and consistency of program results.
• Support correspondence and communications related to the Street Tree Bed Rodent Mitigation Program.
• Collect, organize, maintain, and disseminate data and information related to program assets and budgets; manage metadata and other technical documentation.
• Perform general administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, taking notes, handling correspondence, answering phones, copying, mailing and updating databases.
  
  

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 705934.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

• Current City Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 705934 on your cover letter and resume.
  
  

Work Location: Randall’s Island, Manhattan

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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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

• Prior experience in operations or programs of a similar scope and nature. 2. Proficiency in database management and computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite. 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.

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