Job Description

ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES

The First Deputy Commissioner oversees the Business Development & Special Events Division, the Communications Division, the Lifeguard Division, and Government Relations for NYC Parks. We are seeking a candidate with excellent organizational and time-management skills, the ability to manage competing priorities, and the capacity to remain calm under pressure. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can confidently and effectively collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure tasks and projects are completed on time.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level support to the NYC Parks First Deputy Commissioner with a high degree of initiative, judgment, and discretion.

• Assist in managing a complex schedule for the First Deputy Commissioner, handling frequent re-prioritizations that often require independent decision-making.

• Proactively identify and prioritize situations requiring the First Deputy 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, and reports.

• Support the Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief of Staff in Government Relations projects.

• Provide outstanding customer service and administrative support for the day-to-day operations of the First Deputy Commissioner’s office, including answering phones and drafting correspondence to constituents.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the First Deputy Commissioner and the Chief of Staff to the First Deputy Commissioner.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 698479.

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

*Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 698479 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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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or

2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or

3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Additional Information

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.