Special Projects Coordinator - City of New York : Job Details

NYC Parks GreenThumb provides technical assistance, educational workshops, operational support and materials to community gardens throughout New York City. Supporting over 550 community gardens and 20,000 volunteer gardeners, GreenThumb is the largest community gardening program in the country. Employees who work for 6 months or longer are eligible for healthcare benefits. All seasonal employees earn sick and annual leave. All employees receive free membership to our recreation centers.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under general supervision, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, support GreenThumb with planning, design, and implementation of community garden improvement projects.
• Engage with community gardeners, stakeholders, partners, and/or contractors to develop and implement community garden site improvements plans through community planning sessions, design charrettes, and other engagement activities.
• Develop partnerships to support physical improvements in community gardens and assist in program development to connect gardeners with resources.
• Develop and implement strategies to coordinate complex projects across teams, divisions, agencies, and external groups.
• Manage a budget, purchase supplies and track inventory and usage of materials.
• Build and maintain working relationships within city government and non-profit community-based organizations.
• Perform research, analyze data and prepare reports related to community gardening and urban agriculture.

Work Location: 100 Gold Street, Manhattan Duration: September 2025 to June 30, 2026 Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee of $85.00. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $101.25 background check fee.

To apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 720822.

The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications. *Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume. References will be required upon request. We appreciate the interest of all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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)

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.