Prospect Park Alliance · 1 week ago
Project Coordinator, Volunteer Services (Seasonal)
Brooklyn,NY,US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$20/hr - $20/hr
0+ years expProspect Park Alliance is dedicated to enhancing the public's experience in the park through stewardship programs. The Volunteer Services Project Coordinator (Seasonal) will assist in planning and executing outdoor activities while supervising volunteers and liaising with community groups.
Casual GamesChildrenNon ProfitParks
Responsibilities
Collaborate with volunteer program managers, landscape management staff, development staff, and maintenance and operations staff to plan, prepare, and supervise volunteer activities
Serve as team lead, carry out fieldwork and train volunteers to safely assist with outdoor restoration, beautification, and cleanups in all types of weather
Liaison with community groups and corporate partners to schedule and book volunteer events
Perform office work including, copying, filing, and data input. Use Word, Excel, and database software to create reports, events descriptions, correspondences, and other daily office needs
Assist in daily tool room and vehicle upkeep, including vehicle & inventory tracking, tool care, glove laundry, fueling vehicles, and other outdoor and indoor tasks
Assist program managers and volunteer services coordinator on various outreach initiatives, including drafting recruitment emails, tracking outreach metrics, and other various tasks
Assist Volunteer Corps staff with various planning initiatives
Performs other job-related duties and functions as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
A valid/unexpired Driver's License
Passion for the Alliance Mission & Core Values
Ethics & Integrity
Fieldwork Naturalist Knowledge
Technology: Proficient with automated technologies that support area of responsibility, G-Suite and Microsoft Office Suite
Public Speaking: Must have excellent verbal communication skills
Communication Skills: Ability to convey concepts and make presentations in a clear, culturally competent and understandable manner
Customer Service: Exhibits a strong commitment to delivering excellent and responsive service
Collaboration & Teamwork: Committed to working in collaboration with others
Relationship Building: A natural relationship builder
Preferred
Bachelor's degree
A minimum of six (6) months of coordination experience in community programs
A minimum of six (6) months experience doing outdoor manual labor
Experience driving large vehicles or willingness to learn
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
Supplemental Options: AFLAC, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care FSA + Commuter Benefits, Pet Insurance
403b Contributions + 2% Employer Contributions
Company
Prospect Park Alliance
Prospect Park Alliance is a non-profit organization and a flagship park with a range of amenities for visitors of all ages.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
James Snow
COO & CFO
Recent News
2025-12-09
2024-12-04
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