Deputy Chief of Operations

City Of New York • $90K — $120K *

New York, NY 10025In-Person

Education, Government & Non-Profit

Less than 5 years of experience

1 week ago

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Qualifications

Baccalaureate degree in relevant fields such as park management, urban planning, or landscape architecture.
Minimum of four years of full-time experience in park management or related areas.
At least 18 months in an administrative or managerial role overseeing staff.
Experience with urban rehabilitation, forestry, or horticulture is preferred.
Strong leadership and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

Oversee the management and operations of borough parks including pools and playgrounds.
Develop long-term goals and policy for effective service delivery.
Implement actions to enhance performance based on inspections.
Conduct site inspections and recommend areas for repair and improvement.
Direct resource allocation to ensure project completion per agency guidelines.
Monitor vehicle dispatch and equipment maintenance for optimal operation.
Manage schedules and records of employee leaves and compensatory time.

Benefits

Opportunity to influence operational direction of borough parks.
Engagement in community relations through presentations to boards and officials.
Collaboration with other city agencies for service quality improvement.
Leadership role that includes participation in capital project planning.
Dynamic work environment overseeing diverse borough facilities.

Full Job Description

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

Major Responsibilities

-Under administrative direction of the Chief of Operations, with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and decision, oversee the management and operations of a borough; including pools, playgrounds, beaches and ballfields. Help plan and provide support for the annual preparation of seasonal facilities.
-Participate in the formulation of long-term goals and plans and develop policy to ensure coordination and effective delivery of services of borough operations.
-Plan and implement actions to improve the borough's ratings and performance as determined by the Parks Inspection Program and managed through the Asset Management Park System (AMPS).
-Conduct inspections and assess performance of district operations. Recommend sites for cleanup, paving, reconstruction and repair work.
-Oversee Technical Services, Borough Crews and Forestry and Horticulture operations for the borough.
-Communicate with district managers and borough crews and direct the allocation of borough-wide resources to ensure projects are completed in a timely manner and according to agency specifications.
-Monitor the dispatching of the borough's vehicles and track the use of equipment to ensure they are maintained in proper working condition.
-Oversee schedules of each district. Track employees' compensatory time, annual leave, sick leave and overtime.
-Track donations and prioritize allocation of funds. Oversee Other than Personal Services (OTPS) budget.
-Make comprehensive presentations to community boards and public officials in response to their needs and concerns.
-Coordinate with other city agencies to combine efforts in maintaining high-quality services in communities.
-Participate heavily in the planning and implementation of capital projects.

Work Location: TBD

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 785454.

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)

DEPUTY CHIEF OF OPERATIONS (PA - 95841

Qualifications

1.A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four (4) years of full-time paid experience in: park management, park or urban rehabilitation, urban or regional planning, forestry or horticulture, landscape architecture, or a related field, at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or in supervision of professional staff working in one or more of the above mentioned areas; or
2.Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must possess the 18 months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.

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