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Who We Are
NYC Parks helps bring together people from all over our great city. From the iconic Central Park to neighborhood playgrounds, we own and operate some of the most exemplary green spaces in the world. At NYC Parks, our mission is to plan resilient and sustainable parks, public spaces, and recreational amenities, build a park system for the present and future generations, and care for parks and public spaces.
NYC Parks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Our Mission
Want to know more about who we are and what we do? See our vision and mission to understand our priorities and to learn more about how we create and sustain thriving parks and public spaces for New Yorkers.
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Benefits
Work at NYC Parks offers innovation, leadership, the satisfaction of public service, and a place to grow and develop your career. Full-time employees are also eligible for a wide variety of City benefits and perks.- Health Care Coverage - We offer a wide variety of health care plans to meet the needs of you and your family.
- Pension - Upon retirement, qualified members of the City’s generous pension program receive a guaranteed salary and health benefits for the rest of their lives.
- Professional Development - We offer numerous training programs, leadership development opportunities, and career coaching services, while encouraging employees to attend approved off-site trainings and seminars.
- Perks - Our employees are eligible for discounts on some of the top attractions in the city, and all employees receive free membership to our recreation centers.
Current Openings
Full-Time and Seasonal Positions
NYC Parks offers both full-time and seasonal opportunities. Seasonal positions vary in length, and seasonal employees may not be eligible for the same variety of benefits as full-time employees.
Design & Construction
Field Representative for Landscape Construction (Assistant Landscape Architect)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Assistant Landscape Architect (Assistant Landscape Architect)
Full-Time Posted Until 12/02/2024
Design Director (Administrative Architect, NM)
Full-Time Posted Until 12/03/2024
Lead Structural Engineer (Civil Engineer, III)
Full-Time Posted Until 12/06/2024
Mechanical Engineering Inspector (Assistant Mechanical Engineer)
Full-Time Posted Until 11/22/2024
Field Representative for Landscape Construction (Assistant Landscape Architect)
Full-Time Posted Until 11/22/2024
Maintenance & Operations
Stationary Engineer (Stationary Engineer)
Full-Time Posted Until 12/16/2024
POP Worker (Job Training Participant)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Environment & Planning
Forester (Forester, II)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Deputy Director of Natural Resources Training (Administrative Horticulturist, NM)
Full-Time Posted Until 11/26/2024
Climber & Pruner (Climber and Pruner)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Security
Data Coordinator for Urban Park Service (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 12/13/2024
Recreation & Programming
Game Day Associate (Playground Associate)
Seasonal Posted Until Filled
Recreation Specialist (Recreation Specialist)
Full-Time Posted Until Filled
Administration
Data Coordinator for Urban Park Service (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 12/13/2024
Project Development Coordinator for Legal (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 12/16/2024
Project Development Coordinator for Graphic Design (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 11/22/2024
Vital Parks Network Coordinator (Community Coordinator)
Seasonal Posted Until 11/25/2024
Administrative Coordinator (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 11/25/2024
Project Development Coordinator for Communications (Community Coordinator)
Full-Time Posted Until 11/26/2024
Deputy Director of Natural Resources Training (Administrative Horticulturist, NM)
Full-Time Posted Until 11/26/2024
Our Teams
Design & Construction
We regularly redesign and rebuild hundreds of parks and facilities each year, and create vibrant spaces out of underused areas. |
Maintenance & Operations
We help communities take pride in well-cared-for parks that are free of litter and safe for children to play. |
Environment & Planning
We aim to protect, restore, care for, and expand New York City Parks, nature, and tree canopy to maximize environmental health, community well-being, and resilience. |
Security
Our trained law enforcement officers help us ensure that our city’s parks are secure and act as ambassadors to the park. |
Recreation & Programming
Our creative and dynamic programs bring our community’s shared spaces to life, teach people lifelong skills, and help us understand the natural world. |
Administration
Our administration leads thousands of full-time employees and helps us innovate, plan, and analyze the future of our city’s parks. |
Become an NYC Parks Lifeguard
Lifeguarding is one of the most rewarding jobs in New York City. Visit our Lifeguard Opportunities page to learn more about how to become a City lifeguard. Learn More about becoming an NYC Parks Lifeguard
Internships
We offer a variety of internships in various departments within NYC Parks. Learn More about Internships
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Partner Job Opportunities
- Brooklyn Bridge Park
- Central Park Conservancy
- Friends of the High Line
- Historic House Trust
- Prospect Park Alliance
- Randall's Island Park Alliance
- Riverside Park Conservancy
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