Project Development Coordinator for In-House Tree Planting

About the role

NYC Parks' mission is to grow, maintain and program a world-class park system prioritizing equity, access, safety and nature. The Forestry division aims to protect, restore, care for, and expand New York City Parks, nature and tree canopy to maximize environmental health, community well-being and resilience.

Major Responsibilities

• Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent judgment and initiative, work closely with Senior Coordinator and In-House Tree Planting supervision to coordinate and implement administrative needs for the In-House Tree Planting program.
• Work closely with the Senior Forester and Senior Coordinator to call for utility mark outs and record codes prior to site excavation and planting.
• Submit, track, and maintain Department of Transportation (DOT) permit request records, ensuring that permits are secured in advance of planting.
• Identify program purchasing needs, coordinate with vendors and the Purchasing Department to procure operational items and track budgets.
• Assist with tracking and scheduling training for the In-House Tree Planting team.
• Assist with creation of maps and route locations for work crews.
• Perform data entry, ensuring that all data is entered accurately and information is organized and easily retrievable.
• Prepare reports, verify information and track phone calls.
• Process and route correspondence to appropriate staff.
• Prepare various reports and briefings using data and information supplied by managers and supervisors.
• Assist the senior staff, with needs analyses (including developing justifications, budgets and new initiatives), timely reporting and accurate statistical data.
• Manage and maintain inventory of equipment, tools, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the program field crew members, ensuring that supplies are accurately tracked and replenished as needed.

Work Location: The Grove, Rego Park, Queens

• How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 810962.
• 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.

Pay and benefits

All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request. 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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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.