Monitoring Crew Leader

NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land 14 percent of New York City including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens and Greenstreets. We look after 600,000 street trees, and two million more in parks.

The mission of the Division of Environment and Planning is to protect, restore, expand and manage New York City’s natural spaces and green infrastructure to maximize their benefits to both ecological function and quality of life. The Division is responsible for planning, citywide urban forestry, ecological restoration, and horticulture initiatives. Our core values are: Champion Urban Nature, Apply Science and Embrace Innovation, Be Respectful and Inclusive, and Advance an Ecological Legacy.

Employees who work for 6 months or longer are eligible for healthcare benefits. All seasonal employees earn sick and annual leave. All employees receive free membership to our recreation centers.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Under supervision, with latitude for independent initiative and judgement, provide technical and field assistance for the monitoring and assessment of natural resources throughout the city.
- Supervise monitoring staff that conduct ecological and other monitoring in natural area parkland across New York City.
- Manage a variety of vegetation, wildlife, and other monitoring projects aimed at improving protection, management, and restoration of wetland, grassland, and forest habitat in NYC Parks.
- Maintain high standards of quality and attention to detail, particularly in the identification of plants in restored and existing ecosystems, both individually and as a team.
- Accurately locate study areas using a GPS or other handheld device and use ArcGIS software to document spatial data.
- Document, download, and edit field data daily or as needed on handheld devices or paper datasheets.
- Manage data entry, QA/QC, and analysis as needed.
- Prepare maps, figures, and final reports about scientific information and results to submit to senior staff and collaborators.
- Manage inventories for field equipment and supplies and ensure that equipment is in good working order.
- Supervise and mentor interns and field staff and provide training in data collection methodologies and use of technical equipment.

Duration: October 2025 to June 30, 2026
35 hours per week.

Location: TBD

HOW TO APPLY
Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 724459.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

Parks & City Employees: Include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.

Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee of $85.00. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $101.25 background check fee.

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)

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.