Little Island NYC · 22 hours ago
Park Operations Coordinator
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expLittle Island NYC is seeking a Park Operations Coordinator to join their Park Operations team. The Coordinator will play a key role in maintaining inventory, processing expenses, and coordinating logistics to support a clean and well-maintained park environment.
Civic & Social Organization
Hiring Manager
Melanie Dorsey
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Park Operations department by managing calendars, assisting with regular visitation reports, organizing and maintaining departmental documentation, creating presentations and operational materials, and sharing updates with park staff through established communication channels
Maintain staff attendance records to support timely communication and proactive follow-up
Assist with reconciling departmental credit card purchases, including tracking vendor invoices and receipts and entering data into internal systems to support accurate and timely expense reporting
Coordinate transport of deliveries, packages, and materials between the headquarters and the park
Maintain a consistent on-site presence with field teams, serving as an accessible day-to-day resource while flexing between office-based administrative work and active park operations based on daily needs
Support staff culture and engagement initiatives—including staff trainings, seasonal kickoffs, recognition efforts, and informal team connection activities—in partnership with HR and Park Operations leadership
Participate in weekly Park Operations Admin team meetings
Perform other duties and tasks related to park operations as assigned
Track, order, and maintain essential park supplies—including first aid kits, custodial items, and PPE—ensuring adequate backstock in coordination with the Assistant Park Administration Manager and Custodial Supervisor
Maintain park staff hospitality items (food, beverages, and seasonal amenities), monitoring inventory and restocking as needed
Oversee park staff radios, ensuring field teams are equipped and escalating issues to park leadership when necessary
Oversee the park’s lost and found, logging items and ensuring proper return or disposal in accordance with established protocols
Support inventory and distribution of park and esplanade signage, coordinating weekly during high season with the Assistant Park Administration Manager
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in an administrative or operations support role
Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail and efficiency
Experience with—or interest in developing—skills in project tracking, inventory management, and cross-functional collaboration
Ability to learn quickly and work with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, SharePoint) and Airtable
Comfort working within established systems while identifying opportunities to improve processes and workflows
A collaborative mindset with a commitment to excellence and teamwork
Flexibility to work occasional evenings and holidays as needed
Ability to lift or transport materials weighing up to 50 lbs. with the aid of a cart
Comfort working in an active outdoor environment in varying weather conditions
Eligibility to work in the U.S
Preferred
Spanish fluency is a plus
Company
Little Island NYC
Little Island is a public space and cultural home in New York City, built on the belief that nature and art should be open and shared.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jennifer Ardizzone-West
Chief Operating Officer
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