Jobs at Parks
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 and to learn more about how we create and sustain thriving parks and public spaces for New Yorkers.
Follow Us on LinkedIn
Follow us on LinkedIn to learn more about life at Parks, and stay in the know about upcoming job opportunities.
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
Project Development Coordinator for Capital Accounting (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/27/2022
Supervisor of Project Coordination, Landscape Architecture Program (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/27/2022
Program Administrator for Parks Sponsored Projects (Architect, Level III)
Full-Time Posted Until 06/10/2022
Director of Contracts (Administrative Project Manager)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/27/2022
Project Development Coordinator for Capital Grants (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/27/2022
Architectural Inspector (Architect, I)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/27/2022
Deputy Director of Design Development, Landscape Architecture (Landscape Architect, III)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/27/2022
Expeditor (Project Manager)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Surveyor (Surveyor, I-B)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Architectural Designer (Associate Urban Designer, I)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Capital Projects Estimator (Estimator, II)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Deputy Director of Capital Estimating Unit (Associate Project Manager, II)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Structural Engineer (Civil Engineer, II)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Structural Project Manager (Associate Project Manager, I)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Engineering Team Leader (Administrative Engineer, MII)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Electrical Engineer (Electrical Engineer, II)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Waterfront Project Manager (Civil/Structural) (Civil Engineer, III)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Civil Engineer (Civil Engineer, III)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Resident Engineer (Administrative Construction Project Manager, NM)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Assistant Civil Engineer (Assistant Civil Engineer)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Maintenance & Operations
City Park Worker - Manhattan (City Park Worker)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
City Park Worker - Queens (City Park Worker)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
City Park Worker - Staten Island (City Park Worker)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
City Park Worker - Citywide Services Shops (City Park Worker)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
City Seasonal Aide - Bronx (City Seasonal Aide)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
City Seasonal Aide - Manhattan (City Seasonal Aide)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
City Seasonal Aide - Queens (City Seasonal Aide)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
City Seasonal Aide - Staten Island (City Seasonal Aide)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
City Seasonal Aide - Citywide Services Shops (City Seasonal Aide)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
City Park Worker - Bronx (City Park Worker)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
City Park Worker - Brooklyn (City Park Worker)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
City Seasonal Aide - Brooklyn (City Seasonal Aide)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Cement Mason (Cement Mason)
Seasonal Posted Until 06/03/2022
Project Development Coordinator for Manhattan Operations (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/27/2022
Climber and Pruner (Climber & Pruner)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Associate Park Service Worker (Associate Park Service Worker)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Maintenance Worker (Maintenance Worker)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Maintenance Worker for Synthetic Turf Installation Team (Maintenance Worker)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Nature Adventure Guide (Community Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Forestry & Environment
Deputy Director of Natural Areas Crews (Administrative Horticulturist)
Full-Time Posted Until 06/10/2022
Contract Coordinator for Forestry Horticulture and Natural Resources (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 06/06/2022
Climber and Pruner (Climber & Pruner)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Nature Adventure Guide (Community Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Forester (Forester, II)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Stewardship Volunteer Associate (Community Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Stewardship Field Associate (Community Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Security
City Seasonal Aide/Security Guard (City Seasonal Aide)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Recreation & Programming
ShapeUp NYC Fitness Instructor for Staten Island - Part-time (Recreation Supervisor)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Ropes Course Facilitator (Community Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Nature Adventure Guide (Community Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Summer Sports Experience Playground Associate (Playground Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Movie Mobile Unit Recreation Specialist (Recreation Specialist)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Aquatics Specialist (Recreation Specialist)
Seasonal Posted Until 06/25/2022
Movie Mobile Unit Playground Associate (Playground Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Mobile Unit Recreation Specialist (Recreation Specialist)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Summer Camp Playground Associate (Playground Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Summer Camp Counselor (City Seasonal Aide)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Kids in Motion Playground Associate (Playground Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Mobile Unit Playground Associate (Playground Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Shape Up NYC Bilingual Training Leader (Administrative Manager, NM)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Administration
Production Graphic Designer (Graphic Artist)
Seasonal Posted Until 05/27/2022
Project Development Coordinator for Capital Grants (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/27/2022
Project Development Coordinator for Manhattan Operations (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/27/2022
Press Officer (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/27/2022
Project Development Coordinator for Revenue (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Deputy Director of Capital Estimating Unit (Associate Project Manager, II)
Full-Time Posted Until 05/20/2022
Senior IT Architect (IT Infrastructure Engineer)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Chief Data Officer (City Research Scientist, IV-A)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Data Analytics Specialist (City Research Scientist, II)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Data Engineer (City Research Scientist, II)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Clerical Aide (Clerical Aide)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Project Development Coordinator – Innovation & Performance Management (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Director of IT Procurement and Budget (IT Project Specialist)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Our Teams
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. |
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. |
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
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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