Facilities Coordinator for Natural Areas Management

City of New York • New York, NY

16d • $62,868 - $97,593 • Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Coordinator provides administrative and operational support for field work and facilities of the Natural Areas Management Team, under supervision and with latitude for independent initiative and judgment. The team includes restoration practitioners, research scientists, training coordinators, and managers. The position is located at Baby Queensbridge Park in Queens and is open only to current full-time, annually paid Parks employees.

Requirements

• Applicants must be current full-time, annually paid Parks employees.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community-centered activities related to the duties; or high school graduation or equivalent and six years of related experience; or equivalent education and/or experience. All candidates must have at least one year of qualifying experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing and receiving supplies and equipment for ecological restoration and conservation work, track budgets, and interact with vendors and other NYC Parks divisions.
• Liaise with Parks’ Citywide Services Division and borough shops regarding facility-maintenance service calls.
• Coordinate with other teams on communal resources, including meeting space, fleet vehicles, and field equipment.
• Assist managers with scheduling interviews, meetings, field visits, and conference calls.
• Prepare maps, figures, and final reports for submission to senior staff and collaborators.
• Oversee Parks Opportunity Program staff maintaining the facility and ensure offices and storage yards are tidy, organized, and functional.
• Manage schedules for preventative maintenance and motor vehicle inspections for Agency vehicles, trailers, and mechanized equipment.
• Initiate solutions to facility issues and execute logistical tasks that improve team operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time