City Of New York

Deputy Administrator for Van Cortlandt Park

City Of New York$75K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Baccalaureate degree plus 4 years of relevant experience for recreation leadership or grounds maintenance, including 18 months in a managerial role.
  • High school diploma or equivalent with 6 years of experience in similar fields, including required managerial experience.
  • Equivalent education or experience that fulfills the above requirements, ensuring candidates have managerial background.
  • Strong understanding of maintenance, operations, and park management principles.
  • Proven experience overseeing staff development and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee maintenance and operations at Van Cortlandt Park to ensure high standards are met.
  • Proactively address safety hazards and conduct daily inspections of park features.
  • Reorganize complex jobs and projects to ensure timely resolutions.
  • Plan initiatives to enhance district ratings through the Parks Inspection Program.
  • Collaborate on capital and restoration projects with park administrators.
  • Liaise with stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and improve operations.
  • Manage budgets, including tracking grant funding and park vehicle dispatch.

Benefits

  • Potential for community engagement through overseeing park events and programs.
  • Opportunities to work directly with law enforcement for enhanced park security.
  • Involvement in strategic planning for future park developments and improvements.
Full Job Description
*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

* This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent Parks employees serving in the Administrative Park & Recreation Manager civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) permanent Parks employees in or on leave from a comparable title (e.g. Administrative Staff Analyst or Administrative Manager) or 4) Parks employees who are reachable on a comparable civil service list or qualify for a comparable title. [Please indicate your exam and list number or comparable title on your resume.]

Major Responsibilities

-The Deputy Administrator for Van Cortlandt Park oversees the maintenance and operations at Van Cortlandt Park, providing leadership in maintaining, operating and improving this park, working closely with the Administrator of Van Cortlandt Park and reporting to the Borough Chief of Operations.
-Oversee maintenance and operations to a high standard, constantly improving this flagship park to keep it clean, safe and beautiful for visitors.
-Aggressively pursue the immediate correction of safety hazards and ensure park features are inspected daily.
-Manage and direct complex jobs and projects that require prompt attention and resolution.
-Plan and implement actions to improve the district's ratings as determined by the Parks Inspection Program (PIP).
-Work closely with the Administrator and others in planning and overseeing capital and restoration projects.
-Serve as a liaison between Maintenance & Operations and various partners.
-Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are being fully implemented on the prescribed schedule.
-Oversee Other than Personal Services budgets, including grant funding.
-Monitor Parks vehicle dispatching and equipment deployment to ensure proper use and maintenance.
-Supervise bi-weekly schedules. Track employees' compensatory time, annual leave, sick leave and overtime.
-Oversee staff development, training and disciplinary actions and all supporting paperwork.
-Assist Administrator in preparation of strategic plans for Van Cortlandt Park.
-Plan, attend and oversee events and programs as needed, in support of the Administrator.
-Attend community board meetings as needed, in support of the Administrator and respond to the needs of community organizations, partnership groups and public officials.
-Enforce compliance with Parks & Recreation's rules, regulations, standards of conduct, uniform codes and vehicle operating procedures.
-Work directly with New York City Police Department and Park Enforcement Patrol to address security concerns.

Work Location: Bronx

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 786343.

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)

ADMINISTRATIVE PARKS & RECREAT - 10072

Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college plus four years of satisfactory, full-time experience in recreation leadership, gardening, grounds maintenance, building maintenance or construction, of which 18 months must have been in an administrative, consultative, managerial or executive capacity; or

2. High school graduation or its educational equivalent plus six years of experience as described in "1" above; or

3.Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must possess the 18 months of administrative, consultative, managerial, or executive experience as described in "1" above.

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