Project Development Coordinator for Environmental Planning

Overview *ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL‑TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES* The Division of Environment and Planning aims to protect, restore and expand New York City’s green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience. The Planning unit is at the forefront of Parks’ open space agenda, communicating agency goals, policies and advancing plans for a vibrant and sustainable park system that meets the recreational, social and environmental needs of our city. The team is responsible for the Agency’s real estate and land use functions including acquisition, disposition and preservation of parkland, the Uniform Land Use Review Procedure, environmental review and management of the Agency’s property records. Additionally, the team develops long‑term planning strategies, manages citywide and interagency resiliency and waterfront projects, develops the citywide greenway plan and researches new initiatives. Major Responsibilities Under general direction of the Director of Environmental Review and Program Delivery, manage a portfolio of environmental review matters, open space planning projects, economic development projects, climate resiliency and special initiatives with latitude for independent initiative and judgment. Serve as an Agency representative for environmental review matters, policies and compliance on a diverse portfolio of projects related to CEQR/SEQRA and NEPA procedures and regulations. Provide technical review of private and public sector applications and environmental assessments, including large‑scale neighborhood rezonings, to determine and evaluate environmental effects, impacts and mitigation measures related to NYC Parks. Advocate on behalf of the Agency to reduce or eliminate potential impacts on open space conditions and negotiate mitigation as appropriate. Prepare and oversee the production of environmental assessments and impact statements for NYC Parks‑led projects. Coordinate among unit staff and other divisions in the Agency to determine and evaluate likely effects on open space for a project undergoing review. Prepare correspondence to convey the Agency’s comments, questions and concurrence for projects undergoing detailed review and for other planning projects as assigned. Attend meetings and site visits with representatives of other agencies, consultants or project sponsors/developers to coordinate and discuss environmental review and other project matters. Perform due diligence and prepare strategic planning documents, high‑level maps and graphics for presentations and planning documents to support open‑space acquisitions, increased recreation amenities, improved waterfront access, resiliency planning, sustainable design, an expanded citywide greenway network and other planning efforts. Coordinate and communicate with government agencies, stakeholders and project partners to advance the planning and implementation of Parks’ open space agenda within the context of assigned planning projects. Research, analyze, frame and document opportunities for new projects that advance the Agency’s open space agenda. Present and represent the division and the Agency at project meetings. Negotiate and advocate on behalf of Parks, defending the Agency’s open space goals and interests. Minimum Qualifications 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 options 1 or 2 above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in option 1 above. Preferred Skills A master’s degree in urban planning or related field. Strategic and analytic thinking, superior judgment, excellent time management and prioritization skills. Experience with ULURP, NEPA, CEQR and SEQRA regulations and processes. Familiarity with Section 4(f) and its impact on parkland, as well as issues related to the alienation and conversion of parkland. Strong writing, communication and negotiation skills that address the needs of supervisors and peers. Strong mapping and graphic skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office, mapping and graphics programs. A valid New York State driver license. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at Residency Requirement Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties is required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency is required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive, equal‑opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or pregnancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION