Project Development Coordinator for Workforce Development

City of New York • New York City, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The New York City 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 New York City.

Requirements

• 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
• 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
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Under general direction with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, assist with coordinating operations of a Workforce Development training facility.
• Provide training and operational support for all Workforce Development Training programs.
• Manage and maintain assets, including small equipment, vehicles, inventory and order supplies as necessary.
• Develop curriculum, create power point presentations and lead groups of trainees and provide hands-on and classroom training to staff.
• Support management in completing maintenance checklists and follow up on related action items.
• Provide general office support, maintain electronic and hardcopy files and answer phones.
• Assist with planning, preparation and setup of special events and projects as necessary and provide technical assistance.

What This Job Offers

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