*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*
Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform difficult and complex administrative work for the Bronx Borough Commissioner.
- Manage the Bronx Borough Commissioner’s calendar strategically to maintain an efficient and effective schedule, exercising sound judgment in prioritizing competing demands, independently handling frequent reprioritization and coordinating meeting and appointments accordingly.
- Initiate and coordinate meetings and conference calls and prepare necessary materials.
- Utilize data provided by the Bronx Borough Commissioner and Borough Commissioner’s staff to create and maintain spreadsheets and charts.
- Assign and review briefing materials, PowerPoint presentations and reports for the Bronx Borough Commissioner.
- Coordinate travel arrangements and other logistics for key meetings and other activities in collaboration with office staff and other divisions.
- Direct and maintain information flow to the Bronx Borough Commissioner for timely response.
- Organize files and materials for review.
- Research, prioritize and follow up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the Bronx Borough Commissioner and recommend an appropriate course of action, referral or response.
- On behalf of the Bronx Borough Commissioner, communicate directly with all divisions, other city agencies and key agency partners.
- Assist in gathering information and preparing correspondence on behalf of the Bronx Borough Commissioner and the Borough.
- Draft correspondence and respond to constituents, elected officials, community boards and others on behalf of the Bronx Borough Commissioner before established deadlines. Following up and closing out correspondence in the tracking system.
- Provide general office support: assist with copying, answering phones, maintaining files and other duties.
- Assist the Bronx Borough Commissioner and Borough Commissioners staff with special projects as needed.
How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 786587.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
*Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.
Work Location: Ranaqua, Bronx
NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request. *Posting period extended to 08/07/2026. Previous applicants to Job# 782626 are still under consideration and need not reapply.
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1. 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
2. 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
3. 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.
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