Deputy Administrator Van Cortlandt Park

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

* This vacancy is only open to
1) current permanent Parks employees serving in the Administrative Park & Recreation Manager civil service title or
2) on leave from the title or
3) permanent Parks employees in or on leave from a comparable title (e.g. Administrative Staff Analyst or Administrative Manager) or
4) Parks employees who are reachable on a comparable civil service list or qualify for a comparable title. [Please indicate your exam and list number or comparable title on your resume.]

• The Deputy Administrator for Van Cortlandt Park oversees the maintenance and operations at Van Cortlandt Park, providing leadership in maintaining, operating and improving this park, working closely with the Administrator of Van Cortlandt Park and reporting to the Borough Chief of Operations.
• Oversee maintenance and operations to a high standard, constantly improving this flagship park to keep it clean, safe and beautiful for visitors.
• Aggressively pursue the immediate correction of safety hazards and ensure park features are inspected daily.
• Manage and direct complex jobs and projects that require prompt attention and resolution.
• Plan and implement actions to improve the district’s ratings as determined by the Parks Inspection Program (PIP).
• Work closely with the Administrator and others in planning and overseeing capital and restoration projects.
• Serve as a liaison between Maintenance & Operations and various partners.
• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are being fully implemented on the prescribed schedule.
• Oversee Other than Personal Services budgets, including grant funding.
• Monitor Parks vehicle dispatching and equipment deployment to ensure proper use and maintenance.
• Supervise bi-weekly schedules. Track employees’ compensatory time, annual leave, sick leave and overtime.
• Oversee staff development, training and disciplinary actions and all supporting paperwork.
• Assist Administrator in preparation of strategic plans for Van Cortlandt Park.
• Plan, attend and oversee events and programs as needed, in support of the Administrator.
• Attend community board meetings as needed, in support of the Administrator and respond to the needs of community organizations, partnership groups and public officials.
• Enforce compliance with Parks & Recreation’s rules, regulations, standards of conduct, uniform codes and vehicle operating procedures.
• Work directly with New York City Police Department and Park Enforcement Patrol to address security concerns.

Work Location:

Bronx

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)

ADMINISTRATIVE PARKS & RECREAT - 10072

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college plus four years of satisfactory, full-time experience in recreation leadership, gardening, grounds maintenance, building maintenance or construction, of which 18 months must have been in an administrative, consultative, managerial or executive capacity; or
• High school graduation or its educational equivalent plus six years of experience as described in "1" above; or
• Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must possess the 18 months of administrative, consultative, managerial, or executive experience as described in "1" above.

• Experience in organizational development, conservation and management of natural, historic and recreational resources.
• Ability to work effectively with public agencies, volunteers and private groups to initiate projects and achieve measurable results.
• Experience with the Capital Project process. Knowledge of horticulture, arboriculture and/or landscape architecture.
• Excellent management, administrative and communication skills.
• Ability to develop a budget and administer financial aspects of a project. Experience with fundraising.
• Valid New York State driver license.
• Available to work evenings and weekend as needed.

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