Project Development Coordinator for RAIR (Rapid Assessment Intake and Referral)

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES* 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. Major Responsibilities Under general direction, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, meet individually with POP trainees and other clients of the Agency’s employment programs. Create professional resumes for program trainees. Coach trainees on professionalism and positive work habits at Parks worksites. Coach trainees on articulating their work history and skills in a professional setting. With trainees, identify and establish short-term job goals leading to long-term career pathways. Refer trainees to available training and education support consistent with their career pathway or short-term goals. Conduct intake workshop focused on job search, professionalism, and positive work habits. Use database and other provided systems to document referrals, participation, attendance and related outreach. Work Location: Passerelle Building, Queens 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)

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

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 "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above. Preferred Skills Excellent interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills. 2. Proficiency in computer software including Salesforce and Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams and Access. 3. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus. 4. Experience in professional development training or coaching a plus. 5. 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 required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency 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. , $62,868.00 – $97,593.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr City of New York