Project Development Coordinator for Assistant Commissioner for Operations

About the role

The Assistant Commissioner for Operations oversees NYC Parks daily Operations across the five boroughs, including Fleet.

Major Responsibilities

• Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, manage projects and support the Assistant Commissioner's office to improve operations and aid in data-informed decision making.
• Manage and implement year-round and seasonal initiatives, including engaging Parks staff and external partners. Keep projects on schedule.
• Represent the Assistant Commissioner and Parks in meetings with City colleagues and external partners.
• Coordinate, provide analysis, and create presentations and reports as requested or needed.
• Act as a liaison with Maintenance & Operations, Fleet, Citywide Services, Forestry, Innovation and Performance Management, Information Technology & Telecommunications and other Parks' divisions, city agencies and key agency partners.
• Monitor and track activities and assist with projects in support of seasonal priorities and Agency initiatives.
• Conduct research; prepare presentations, briefings and reports.
• Provide outstanding customer service and administrative support for day-to-day operation of the Assistant Commissioner's office; answer phones and draft correspondence as requested or needed.

Work Location: Arsenal, Manhattan

• How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 799573.
• 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 11/17/2026.
• Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.
• References will be required upon request.

Pay and benefits

Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee between $40.00 to $101.00 based on the salary range of title. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $107.50 background check fee.

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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

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Qualifications & Requirements

• 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
• 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
• 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.