Project Development Coordinator for Workforce Development

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

The NYC Parks Workforce Development unit partners with various city agencies to create employment programs for all New Yorkers. Our signature program, the Parks Opportunity Program (POP), provides innovative career assistance to Parks' transitional employment trainees, who gain paid work experience cleaning and greening parks throughout NYC.

Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, meet individually with POP trainees and other agency clients to provide employment program support, exercising independent judgment and initiative.
- Collaborate within a team to deliver workshops on job search strategies, workplace professionalism, and development of positive work habits.
- Conduct client intake sessions, verify and update information, and document work history and skillsets using agency-provided tools.
- Assist clients in identifying and documenting short-term job goals that align with long-term career pathways.
- Evaluate clients’ career interests and refer them to appropriate training or educational opportunities based on their career or short-term employment objectives.
- Support clients in creating professional, tailored resumes aligned with their job targets.
- Maintain accurate records of client referrals, participation, attendance and engagement using internal databases and tracking systems.

Work Location: Passerelle Building, Queens

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 724631.
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.

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.