Corporate Engagement Coordinator

City Parks Foundation • New York, NY

7d • $50,000 - $55,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Engagement Coordinator reports to the Corporate Engagement Manager and will be part of Partnerships for Parks’ (PfP) Volunteer Program working to enhance the participation and visibility of private-sector corporate volunteerism in NYC parks. The coordinator will lead corporate days of service; foster collaborative relationships among corporate volunteers, NYC Parks staff, and community members; and assist in raising revenue to support PfP.

Requirements

• One year of experience in volunteer management, event planning, or sponsorship/fundraising/sales
• Excellent customer service, public speaking, and writing skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings and occasional evenings and weekends
• Willingness to work outdoors, year-round, in sometimes uncomfortable weather conditions
• Ability to work with diverse constituencies, both internal and external to CPF and Parks
• Ability to work independently and initiate projects
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in horticulture and/or parks maintenance and stewardship, preferred
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and ability to drive in New York City to pick-up & deliver project supplies, preferred
• Proficiency in Google apps, preferred
• Experience using Salesforce, or similar platform, preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred

Responsibilities

• Support Partnerships for Parks’ citywide corporate volunteer program as a key coordinator and liaison with corporate groups and NYC Parks staff, as directed by the Corporate Engagement Manager
• Provide motivation, supervision, and hands-on guidance to corporate volunteers at park beautification projects (horticulture, painting, cleanup) throughout the five boroughs
• Work with Parks staff to identify high priority projects and sites and obtain approvals for corporate volunteer projects including staffing, scheduling, and project details
• Track budgets, order supplies, perform logistical support, and provide quality client experiences for corporate volunteer projects
• Communicate corporate volunteer program information to Partnerships for Parks, City Parks Foundation, and NYC Parks staff, ensuring compliance with Parks goals and City regulations
• Strengthen relationships with existing and new corporate partners and develop activities to recognize accomplishments and contributions of corporate volunteers
• Develop and expand relationships with community park groups and identify opportunities to connect corporate resources to community needs
• Document project successes in reports and presentations
• Support It's My Park events and other PfP projects and initiatives as directed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level