NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land – 14 percent of New York City – including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens and Greenstreets. We operate more than 800 athletic fields and nearly 1,000 playgrounds, 1,800 basketball courts, 550 tennis courts, 65 public pools, 51 recreational facilities, 15 nature centers, 14 golf courses and 14 miles of beaches. We care for 1,200 monuments and 23 historic house museums. We look after 600,000 street trees and two million more in parks. We are New York City’s principal providers of recreational and athletic facilities and programs. We are home to free concerts, world-class sports events and cultural festivals.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Under direct and close supervision, with little latitude for the exercise of initiative or judgment, performs general work.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
While there are no formal education or experience requirements, certain programs may require such standards. Good physical condition is required for certain programs.
THIS JOB VACANCY NOTICE IS ONLY FOR CITY SEASONAL AIDE POSITIONS IN QUEENS
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.
Fees: Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to an $88.25 background check fee.
Salary: $15.45/hr.
Duration: up to 9/10/2022
Work Location: Queens
For external applicants, please apply through www.nyc.gov/careers
Go to nyc.gov/careers/search and search for Job ID# 524271.
For details about NYC Parks and other job opportunities, please visit: www.nyc.gov/parks
References will be required upon request.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.