Project Development Coordinator for Assistant Commissioner for Operations
Dept of Parks & Recreation
New York, NY · $63k–$98k a year · Posted October 30, 2026
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About the job
The Assistant Commissioner for Operations oversees NYC Parks daily Operations across the five boroughs, including Fleet. Major Responsibilities • Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, manage projects and support the Assistant Commissioner’s office to improve operations and aid in data-informed decision making. • Manage and implement year-round and seasonal initiatives, including engaging Parks staff and external partners. Keep projects on schedule. • Represent the Assistant Commissioner and Parks in meetings with City colleagues and external partners. • Coordinate, provide analysis, and create presentations and reports as requested or needed. • Act as a liaison with Maintenance & Operations, Fleet, Citywide Services, Forestry, Innovation and Performance Management, Information Technology & Telecommunications and other Parks’ divisions, city agencies and key agency partners. • Monitor and track activities and assist with projects in support of seasonal priorities and Agency initiatives. • Conduct research; prepare presentations, briefings and reports. • Provide outstanding customer service and administrative support for day-to-day operation of the Assistant Commissioner’s office; answer phones and draft correspondence as requested or needed. Work Location: Arsenal, Manhattan How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 799573. All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications. *Current City 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. *Posting period extended to 11/17/2026. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. References will be required upon request. Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee between $40.00 to $101.00 based on the salary range of title. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $107.50 background check fee. 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)