Director of Bronx Permits

ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

Major Responsibilities

- Under general supervision, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, establish a customer service-oriented Permit Office.
- Oversee the processing of all park permits, including but not limited to special events, athletics, field days, day camps, tennis, film/photo requests and kayaks. Maintain a close working relationship with borough management and the New York City Police Department to effectively manage events and develop best practices.
- Prepare regular reports for Borough Commissioner and Recreation and Operations Chiefs.
- Ensure proper handling and accounting of all permit fees. Ensure proper record-keeping and record retention for all permit applications. Respond in a timely manner to all litigation, deposition, FOIL and 311 requests.
- Evaluate patterns of facility usage and coordinate scheduling of routine maintenance and capital work in conjunction with Park Managers and the Director of Capital Projects. Implement policies and procedures for best use of existing and new facilities.
- Serve as liaison with Citywide Marketing and Special Events. Work with Citywide Special Events and Park Managers to negotiate terms of large or complex events.
- Ensure youth leagues comply with Automated External Defibrillator (AED) laws, including maintaining inventory of all AED machines, site inspections and bi-yearly exchange of unit pads.
- Serve on Agency committees and task forces that review and revise permit policies and procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy and level of customer service.
- Coordinate all maintenance contracts and container agreements with borough management and the Legal Division.
- Working with the Garage Supervisor, oversee scheduling and permitting of all large equipment (mobile stages, bleachers, light towers, etc.). Ensure compliance with all NYC Parks requirements.
- Serve as a liaison with the Mayor’s Office of Media to ensure a high-level of customer service for film and photo shoot customers.
- Supervise staff, approve time sheets and evaluate employees.
- Assist with planning and coordinating borough special events.
- Assist with physical set-up, operations and break-down of equipment for events. May assist with the maintenance of special event equipment and inventory.

Work Location: Bronx

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 721868.

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

*Current 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. 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)

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

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.

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.