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Seasonal & Consultant Positions
Parks & Recreation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seasonal Positions
Assistant to the Commissioner (PDF, 117 KB)
• Under general supervision, perform difficult and responsible administrative work in assisting the Commissioner and Chief of Staff. • Represent the agency at internal and external meetings, report back and take appropriate follow-up actions. • Assist the Commissioner with research projects, PowerPoint presentations, and analyzing information for synthesis into briefing documents. • Assist with Commissioner’s correspondence, amounting to over 12,000 pieces per year. • React appropriately to situations needing quick decisions. • Follow agency customer service standards for answering and returning phone calls and interacting with Parks patrons.
• Under general supervision, perform difficult and responsible administrative work in assisting the Commissioner and Chief of Staff. • Represent the agency at internal and external meetings, report back and take appropriate follow-up actions. • Assist the Commissioner with research projects, PowerPoint presentations, and analyzing information for synthesis into briefing documents. • Assist with Commissioner’s correspondence, amounting to over 12,000 pieces per year. • React appropriately to situations needing quick decisions. • Follow agency customer service standards for answering and returning phone calls and interacting with Parks patrons.
City Park Worker (Crew Chief Assignment) (PDF, 69 KB)
1. Experience in trail maintenance and construction, including the installation of stone and timber steps and erosion control devices. 2. Experience in arboriculture, including pruning and felling hazardous trees. 3. Knowledge of hand and power tool use and care. 4. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. 5. Strong leadership skills and a proven track record in supervising trail crews. 6. Ability to perform heavy physical labor in a wide range of terrain and weather conditions.
1. Experience in trail maintenance and construction, including the installation of stone and timber steps and erosion control devices. 2. Experience in arboriculture, including pruning and felling hazardous trees. 3. Knowledge of hand and power tool use and care. 4. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. 5. Strong leadership skills and a proven track record in supervising trail crews. 6. Ability to perform heavy physical labor in a wide range of terrain and weather conditions.
Forest Restoration Team Inventory Aide (Community Associate) (PDF, 78 KB)
The Natural Resources Group Forest Restoration Team protects and manages New York City’s 5000 acres of forests. The team oversees a variety of woodland restoration activities including reforestation, exotic species control, and slope stabilization. The team monitors native trees and shrubs and takes appropriate action at the sign of potential decline. This forest restoration team member will assist in collecting statistical data and making field measurements for forest or wetland inventory, monitoring, and management. PREFERRED SKILLS • Knowledgeable in ecological principals • Ability to work under adverse conditions (rough terrain, inclement weather, muddy/wet conditions) • Knowledge of North East US plant species helpful • Experience with GIS
The Natural Resources Group Forest Restoration Team protects and manages New York City’s 5000 acres of forests. The team oversees a variety of woodland restoration activities including reforestation, exotic species control, and slope stabilization. The team monitors native trees and shrubs and takes appropriate action at the sign of potential decline. This forest restoration team member will assist in collecting statistical data and making field measurements for forest or wetland inventory, monitoring, and management. PREFERRED SKILLS • Knowledgeable in ecological principals • Ability to work under adverse conditions (rough terrain, inclement weather, muddy/wet conditions) • Knowledge of North East US plant species helpful • Experience with GIS
Forester (PDF, 38 KB)
Conduct urban forestry initiatives including stewardship and training and urban forestry management plans for park properties and street trees. Schedule and conduct field surveys and inspections to assess the conditions of trees. Make decisions regarding species selection and site design. Supervise and assess work by contractors for tree removal, tree pruning, tree planting, and related forestry contracts. Respond to citizen inquiries. Manage borough-wide tree database.
Conduct urban forestry initiatives including stewardship and training and urban forestry management plans for park properties and street trees. Schedule and conduct field surveys and inspections to assess the conditions of trees. Make decisions regarding species selection and site design. Supervise and assess work by contractors for tree removal, tree pruning, tree planting, and related forestry contracts. Respond to citizen inquiries. Manage borough-wide tree database.
Freshkills Park Public Art and Grants Manager (PDF, 126 KB)
The Freshkills Park project is working to transform the 2,200-acre Fresh Kills Landfill on the Arthur Kill waterfront of Staten Island into a new public park over the next 30 years. The City of New York has conducted a master planning process for Fresh Kills Landfill that resulted in an illustrative park plan, also known as the Draft Master Plan. While nearly forty-five percent of the site was used for landfill operations, the remainder of the site is composed of wetlands, open waterways, and unfilled lowland areas. New York’s new parkland at Fresh Kills will be one of the most ambitious public works projects in the world, combining state of the art ecological restoration techniques with extraordinary settings for recreation, public art, and environmental education programming. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES • Under general supervision, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform work in the planning, implementation, coordination and evaluation of public outreach projects that will serve to identify Freshkills Park as the park is being built. •Develop projects that will capitalize on the unique nature and expanse of the site and may include the implementation of a public art program, developing the site as a “lab” for ecological studies, or establishing on site-defining special events, and/or designing other projects. •Develop grant proposals to fund projects. Present proposals to funders and manage all necessary records for grants. •Manage creation of graphic and design standards for Freshkills Park including outreach materials, temporary signage, and public art works. •Coordinate grant funded activities and arts project activities with other City agencies, arts and environmental organizations, foundations, artists and researchers. •Make public presentations and engage professional and community partners.
The Freshkills Park project is working to transform the 2,200-acre Fresh Kills Landfill on the Arthur Kill waterfront of Staten Island into a new public park over the next 30 years. The City of New York has conducted a master planning process for Fresh Kills Landfill that resulted in an illustrative park plan, also known as the Draft Master Plan. While nearly forty-five percent of the site was used for landfill operations, the remainder of the site is composed of wetlands, open waterways, and unfilled lowland areas. New York’s new parkland at Fresh Kills will be one of the most ambitious public works projects in the world, combining state of the art ecological restoration techniques with extraordinary settings for recreation, public art, and environmental education programming. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES • Under general supervision, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform work in the planning, implementation, coordination and evaluation of public outreach projects that will serve to identify Freshkills Park as the park is being built. •Develop projects that will capitalize on the unique nature and expanse of the site and may include the implementation of a public art program, developing the site as a “lab” for ecological studies, or establishing on site-defining special events, and/or designing other projects. •Develop grant proposals to fund projects. Present proposals to funders and manage all necessary records for grants. •Manage creation of graphic and design standards for Freshkills Park including outreach materials, temporary signage, and public art works. •Coordinate grant funded activities and arts project activities with other City agencies, arts and environmental organizations, foundations, artists and researchers. •Make public presentations and engage professional and community partners.
Lifeguard
This is one of the best jobs in New York City and a guaranteed way to be in top physical condition while helping to keep millions of New Yorkers safe.
This is one of the best jobs in New York City and a guaranteed way to be in top physical condition while helping to keep millions of New Yorkers safe.
Natural Areas Volunteers Leader (Gardener I) (PDF, 170 KB)
The Natural Resources Group’s Natural Areas Volunteers (NAV) oversees and coordinates volunteer service projects and trainings focused on ecological restoration. The NAV Leader will report to NAV Program Staff and help to prepare sites and facilitate volunteer projects. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES • Implement ecological restoration and urban forestry projects within the five boroughs of NYC. • Perform invasive removals, native vegetation plantings, erosion control and coastal/park clean-ups. • Coordinate with Program Staff and co-workers for preparations and implementation of service projects. • Communicate park and site history as well as the importance and need of the volunteer project. • Ability to supervise and motivate volunteers. • Teach volunteers how to properly use tools and ensure all safety precautions and gear are being utilized. • Track daily field work and volunteer information. • Maintain and clean all tools after use in the field. • Track tool inventory after events. • Safely operate and maintain vehicles.
The Natural Resources Group’s Natural Areas Volunteers (NAV) oversees and coordinates volunteer service projects and trainings focused on ecological restoration. The NAV Leader will report to NAV Program Staff and help to prepare sites and facilitate volunteer projects. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES • Implement ecological restoration and urban forestry projects within the five boroughs of NYC. • Perform invasive removals, native vegetation plantings, erosion control and coastal/park clean-ups. • Coordinate with Program Staff and co-workers for preparations and implementation of service projects. • Communicate park and site history as well as the importance and need of the volunteer project. • Ability to supervise and motivate volunteers. • Teach volunteers how to properly use tools and ensure all safety precautions and gear are being utilized. • Track daily field work and volunteer information. • Maintain and clean all tools after use in the field. • Track tool inventory after events. • Safely operate and maintain vehicles.
Seasonal Urban Park Ranger (PDF, 125 KB)
The New York City Urban Park Rangers seek naturalists and outdoor enthusiasts who want to spend their summer working with the public to build park stewardship and to act as ambassadors for New York City’s vast greenspace. As a Seasonal Urban Park Ranger, you will work outdoors in flagship parks in all five boroughs in the greatest city in the world. Under supervision, Seasonal Rangers will provide nature and history-themed educational programs throughout the day. Seasonal Rangers will spend part of their day patrolling frequented paths helping the public appreciate the natural and historical elements of our parklands, and providing general information and a uniformed presence. Seasonal Rangers will be uniformed and trained to use a radio for communication, and to promptly respond to quality of life issues. Seasonal Rangers work 40 hours per week, including weekends.
The New York City Urban Park Rangers seek naturalists and outdoor enthusiasts who want to spend their summer working with the public to build park stewardship and to act as ambassadors for New York City’s vast greenspace. As a Seasonal Urban Park Ranger, you will work outdoors in flagship parks in all five boroughs in the greatest city in the world. Under supervision, Seasonal Rangers will provide nature and history-themed educational programs throughout the day. Seasonal Rangers will spend part of their day patrolling frequented paths helping the public appreciate the natural and historical elements of our parklands, and providing general information and a uniformed presence. Seasonal Rangers will be uniformed and trained to use a radio for communication, and to promptly respond to quality of life issues. Seasonal Rangers work 40 hours per week, including weekends.
Swim Instructor (PDF, 16 KB)
Swim Instructors (Recreation Specialists) are needed to organize and instruct children in our Learn to Swim Program this summer at pools and act as aquatic directors at camps in all 5 boroughs. Preferred Skills/Qualifications: 1. 3 years Recreation experience, including 1 year of aquatics experience or equivalent education and experience. 2. American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or equivalent certification. 3. American Red Cross CPR or equivalent certification.
Swim Instructors (Recreation Specialists) are needed to organize and instruct children in our Learn to Swim Program this summer at pools and act as aquatic directors at camps in all 5 boroughs. Preferred Skills/Qualifications: 1. 3 years Recreation experience, including 1 year of aquatics experience or equivalent education and experience. 2. American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or equivalent certification. 3. American Red Cross CPR or equivalent certification.
Trails crew member (PDF, 60 KB)
Van Cortlandt Park seeks applicants for the postion of Trails Crew Member. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Ability to perform heavy physical labor in a wide range of terrain and weather conditions. 2. Experience in trail maintenance and construction 3. Knowledge of hand and power tool use and care, including chainsaw experience 4. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. 5. Experience in ecological restoration
Van Cortlandt Park seeks applicants for the postion of Trails Crew Member. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Ability to perform heavy physical labor in a wide range of terrain and weather conditions. 2. Experience in trail maintenance and construction 3. Knowledge of hand and power tool use and care, including chainsaw experience 4. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. 5. Experience in ecological restoration
Urban Park Ranger/Parks Enforcement Patrol (PDF, 45 KB)
Under supervision, perform patrols of park facilities as part of a highly visible uniformed division. Ensure the safety and enjoyment of park users and the protection of parks property. Issue summonses for the violation of park rules and regulations; may detain or arrest violators of City and State laws. Assist in the inspection of concessionaires to insure compliance with provisions of health and sanitary codes. Escort individuals and provide security at special events, such as marathons, parades, concerts and related presentations. Disseminate information regarding rules and regulations, health and safety hazards and park events to the public.
Under supervision, perform patrols of park facilities as part of a highly visible uniformed division. Ensure the safety and enjoyment of park users and the protection of parks property. Issue summonses for the violation of park rules and regulations; may detain or arrest violators of City and State laws. Assist in the inspection of concessionaires to insure compliance with provisions of health and sanitary codes. Escort individuals and provide security at special events, such as marathons, parades, concerts and related presentations. Disseminate information regarding rules and regulations, health and safety hazards and park events to the public.
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