DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION
ONLY CURRENT PERMANENT PARK SUPERVISORS ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY*
Major Responsibilities
– Supervise and direct the operation, inspection and maintenance of at least one park district and sign and approve the time records of Park Supervisor(s) – Level I.
– Attend meetings of community boards and other community groups. Work with community organizations to promote community involvement in Parks events and programs.
– Supervise, instruct and train full-time and seasonal employees and alternative workforces assigned to the maintenance, protection, conservation and operation of one or more parks and/or facilities, concessions, beaches, parkways, golf courses, tennis courts, playgrounds, Greenstreet sites, swimming pools and public restrooms and natural protected areas, such as woodlands, wetlands and salt marshes.
– Fully utilize all available resources to improve services provided to the public. Ensure that operating and maintenance procedures are followed in order to promote maximum public utilization of facilities and to safeguard the interests of the City. May establish such procedures.
– Enforce Parks & Recreation rules and regulations within park areas and terms and conditions of licenses and permits issued by the Agency. Responsible for the collection, custody and deposit of revenue.
– Coordinate special event related operations such as site preparation, equipment transportation, seating, clean up and site restoration.
– Work with Federal, State and City agencies on regulatory and daily operational issues.
– Use computer equipment to perform record keeping and other required functions.
– Perform the duties of a Park and Recreation Manager in that person’s absence.
Work Location: TBD
Number of Positions: TBD
Qualification Requirements
*Note: Only current permanent Park Supervisors – level I are eligible to apply, or those who are reachable on the Park Supervisor civil service list (Exam No. 2555).
How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 684826.
Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 684826 on your cover letter and resume.
NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.
www.nyc.gov/parks
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)
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, plus two years of full-time satisfactory experience in gardening, grounds maintenance, in the automotive trades, in the building construction or maintenance trades, or as a climber and pruner or tree worker performing climbing and pruning duties. One year of this experience must have been in a supervisory capacity; or
2. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus four years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in “1” above; including one year in a supervisory capacity; or
3. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience that is equivalent to “1” or “2” above. Two years of college education may be substituted for one year of the required experience. However, all candidates must possess a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and a minimum of one year of supervisory experience as described in “1” above.
License Requirement
Within one year of the date of appointment, all candidates must possess a Commercial Driver License (CDL) – Class B valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency within 90 days of hire required for all other candidates.
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.