Project Development Coordinator for the Commissioner's Office

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

The Commissioner’s Office provides direct executive support to the Commissioner and serves as the central coordinating body for the Agency. The Office advances the Commissioner’s priorities and tracks communications; strategically manages scheduling and workflow to maximize impact; aligns the work of the Department’s divisions with areas of focus; and facilitates coordination with City Hall, across Parks and with key partners external stakeholders.

The Project Development Coordinator supports the Commissioner’s Office by providing executive-level support and outstanding customer service for the day-to-day operations of the Commissioner’s Office.

Major Responsibilities

- Under general direction, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, provide executive-level support to the NYC Parks Commissioner's Office.
- Assist in managing a complex schedule for the Commissioner, handling frequent re-prioritizations that often require independent decision-making.
- Proactively identify and prioritize situations requiring the Commissioner’s attention through independent analysis and judgment.
- Coordinate resources and assemble appropriate reference and backup materials for all meetings and events.
- Conduct research and prepare presentations, briefings, analyses and reports.
- Support the Executive Assistant to the Commissioner in advancing schedule requests and priority projects.
- Provide outstanding customer service and administrative support for the day-to-day operations of the Commissioner’s Office, including answering phones and drafting correspondence to constituents.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Chief of Staff and the Executive Assistant to the Commissioner.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 771684.

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

*Current Employees please include your ERN 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.

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