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Who We Are
NYC Parks helps bring together people from all over our great city. From the iconic Central Park to neighborhood playgrounds, we own and operate some of the most exemplary green spaces in the world. At NYC Parks, our mission is to plan resilient and sustainable parks, public spaces, and recreational amenities, build a park system for the present and future generations, and care for parks and public spaces.
NYC Parks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Our Mission
Want to know more about who we are and what we do? See our vision and mission to understand our priorities.
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Benefits
Work at NYC Parks offers innovation, leadership, the satisfaction of public service, and a place to grow and develop your career. Full-time employees are also eligible for a wide variety of City benefits and perks.- Health Care Coverage - We offer a wide variety of health care plans to meet the needs of you and your family.
- Pension - Upon retirement, qualified members of the City’s generous pension program receive a guaranteed salary and health benefits for the rest of their lives.
- Professional Development - We offer numerous training programs, leadership development opportunities, and career coaching services, while encouraging employees to attend approved off-site trainings and seminars.
- Perks - Our employees are eligible for discounts on some of the top attractions in the city, and all employees receive free membership to our recreation centers.
Current Openings
Full-Time and Seasonal Positions
NYC Parks offers both full-time and seasonal opportunities. Seasonal positions vary in length, and seasonal employees may not be eligible for the same variety of benefits as full-time employees.
Design & Construction
Director of Vendor Integrity and Diversity (Administrative Community Relations Specialist, NM)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/07/2020
Project Development Coordinator for Capital Budget (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/14/2020
Lead Mechanical Engineer (Mechanical Engineer, III)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/07/2020
Project Development for Capital Grants (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/07/2020
Construction Project Manager (Construction Project Manager, I)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/07/2020
Assistant Landscape Architect (Assistant Landscape Architect)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/07/2020
Solar Engineer (Assistant Mechanical Engineer)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/03/2020
Solar Engineer (Assistant Electrical Engineer)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/03/2020
Maintenance & Operations
Climber & Pruner (Climber & Pruner)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Clerical Associate Synthetic Turf Care Team (Clerical Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Maintenance Worker Synthetic Turf Care Team (Maintenance Worker)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
City Park Worker Synthetic Turf Care Team (City Park Worker)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Forestry & Environment
Wildlife Area Associate (Principal Administrative Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Wildlife Monitor (Community Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until 03/20/2020
Shorekeeper Assistant (Community Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until 01/30/2020
Project Development Coordinator for Ecological Design (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/03/2020
Forest Crew Leader (Gardener II)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Forest Crew Member (Gardener 1)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Forester (Forester, II)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Heat Resilience Data Analyst (City Research Scientist)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Security
City Seasonal Aide (City Seasonal Aide/Security Guard)
Seasonal Posted Until 05/01/2020
Recreation & Programming
Volunteer Projects Assistant (Community Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until 02/28/2020
Media Education Associate (Community Associate)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/14/2020
Freshkills Programs Coordinator (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/07/2020
Challenge Course Facilitator (Community Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Nature Center Adventure Guide (Community Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Kids in Motion Playground Associate (Playground Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Summer Sports Experience Playground Associate (Playground Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Movie Mobile Unit Playground Associate (Playground Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Movie Mobile Unit Recreation Specialist (Recreation Specialist)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Mobile Unit Playground Associate (Playground Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Summer Camp Counselor CSA (City Seasonal Aide)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Mobile Unit Recreation Specialist (Recreation Specialist)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Summer Camp Counselor PA (Playground Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Administration
Administrative Assistant (Clerical Associate II)
Seasonal Posted Until 02/19/2020
Data Analytics Specialist (City Research Scientist, I)
Full-Time Posted Until 03/13/2020
Media Education Associate (Community Associate)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/14/2020
Project Development for Capital Grants (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 02/07/2020
Our Teams
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Design & ConstructionWe regularly redesign and rebuild hundreds of parks and facilities each year, and create vibrant spaces out of underused areas. |
Maintenance & OperationsWe help communities take pride in well-cared-for parks that are free of litter and safe for children to play. |
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Forestry & EnvironmentWe take an innovative approach to forestry management, caring for more 650,000 street trees, and millions more in parks, and natural areas across the city. |
SecurityOur trained law enforcement officers help us ensure that our city’s parks are secure and act as ambassadors to the park. |
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Recreation & ProgrammingOur creative and dynamic programs bring our community’s shared spaces to life, teach people lifelong skills, and help us understand the natural world. |
AdministrationOur administration leads thousands of full-time employees and helps us innovate, plan, and analyze the future of our city’s parks. |
Become an NYC Parks Lifeguard
Lifeguarding is one of the most rewarding jobs in New York City. Visit our Lifeguard Opportunities page to learn more about how to become a City lifeguard. Learn More about becoming an NYC Parks Lifeguard
Internships
We offer a variety of internships in various departments within NYC Parks. Learn More about Internships
Partner Job Opportunities
- Brooklyn Bridge Park
- Central Park Conservancy
- Friends of the High Line
- Historic House Trust
- Prospect Park Alliance
- Randall's Island Park Alliance
- Riverside Park Conservancy
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