City of New York · 8 hours ago
Senior Coordinator for Playgrounds
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$63K/yr - $98K/yr
2+ years expCity of New York is seeking a Senior Coordinator for Playgrounds to improve playground equipment conditions in NYC Parks. The role involves planning, coordination, and evaluation of playground equipment care, as well as collaboration with various teams to ensure safety and compliance.
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Responsibilities
Under the general direction of borough management, with latitude for initiative and judgment, perform work in the planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of efforts to improve playground equipment conditions in NYC Parks’ playgrounds
Work with the Supervisor of Mechanics to ensure that workers have the proper tools and parts, and that play equipment work is being performed and completed according to standard protocols
Coordinate with purchasing and shops staff to maintain an inventory of play equipment parts and supplies
Maintain electronic documentation of playground and play equipment care in formats prescribed, including but not limited to Asset Management Park System (AMPS) work orders, manufacturer interactions, warranty records and staff trainings
Receive AMPS work requests from field staff, evaluate and prioritize these requests and work with the Supervisor of Mechanics to ensure work orders are assigned to appropriate staff
Thoroughly inspect playgrounds, issuing work requests or contacting manufacturers as needed to address conditions
Regularly lead or facilitate play equipment-related trainings for agency staff, including Maintenance Workers, Park Supervisors and Managers
Regularly participate in meetings and deliberations by Parks’ Play Equipment Committee
In collaboration with other Senior Analysts for Playgrounds and divisions, help to devise standardized policies and repairs related to playgrounds
Review Capital Designs for play equipment and collaborate with Capital staff and play equipment manufacturers to improve play equipment maintainability and durability. Inspect new play equipment prior to use
Review Plans for Capital Projects including play equipment and evaluate playground design and features. Attend Capital site meetings including Substantial Completion meetings to verify that installed play equipment meets all safety standards
Ensure compliance with Parks’ directives and policies concerning play equipment
Working with correspondence liaisons, draft responses to community boards, elected officials and members of the public to address concerns about playground care
Promptly respond to requests for repair and maintenance records, and other communications from other Parks staff
Participate in other initiatives relating to elevating the level of care and safety in NYC Parks’ playgrounds
Qualification
Required
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
Excellent administrative skills
Excellent oral/written communication skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Familiarity with Parks Inspection Program and familiarity with Brooklyn playgrounds and neighborhoods
Knowledge of play equipment and factors that create safety issues
Proficiency in AMPS and Microsoft Office
Ability to perform data analysis and interpret charts and blueprints
Familiarity with purchasing supplies and deadlines
Certified Playground Safety Inspections certification (CPSI)
Valid New York State driver license
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company
City of New York
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