Senior Program Coordinator for Capital Contracts

The Capital Division at NYC Parks is responsible for managing the design, construction, and administration of capital projects to expand, improve, and revitalize these public spaces. These designs impact neighborhood growth, public health and fun in communities throughout the five boroughs of New York City.

Major Responsibilities

- Under direct supervision, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, collect and analyze data, produce reports and prepare presentations for high profile capital projects and procurement initiatives on behalf of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer.
- Perform special projects assigned by the Agency Chief Contracting Officer including staffing and strategic initiatives, procurement reform initiatives and internal process improvements and tracking.
- Assist in the drafting and tracking of high-level correspondence and responses to inquiries from press, Commissioners and elected officials.
- Work with Chiefs and senior management to analyze trends and identify key opportunities for improvement in the capital and procurement processes. Assist with the implementation of division initiatives.
- Work with key stakeholders to ensure accurate procurement and program data is entered into the division’s project management software and the City’s procurement portal (PASSPort). Answer questions and help resolve issues.
- Serve as a liaison to other divisions within Parks and represent the Agency at meetings with other City agencies and industry organizations.
- Assist with other related tasks and special assignments including providing hands-on procurement, contracts, and Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) engagement support to the Agency Chief Contracting Officer.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 754363.

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 on your cover letter and resume.

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 03/27/2026. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

References will be required upon request.

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