The Concessions unit at NYC Parks creates and manages concession agreements for a wide variety of businesses that operate on parkland, including pushcart vendors, restaurants, snack bars, golf courses, indoor tennis facilities, ice skating rinks, horse riding facilities and more. The unit’s work increases the activation of our parks, enhancing the enjoyment of its visitors and securing a valuable revenue stream for the city.

Major Responsibilities

- Under general supervision, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, serve as the lead coordinator for a diverse citywide portfolio of active concession projects, ensuring park visitors have access to high-quality facilities and services.
- Identify and execute innovative business opportunities to enhance the visitor experience at Parks.
- Manage the concession solicitation, evaluation and award processes, from research and development of new and creative ideas, to writing Requests for Proposals/Bids, to creating presentations for public proposer meetings, to leading ratings committees and selection processes, to negotiating and implementing license agreements with selected concessionaires.
- Work closely with the Parks Legal Division, City Law Department, and Mayor’s Office of Contract Services to navigate legal, procedural and regulatory requirements for concession solicitations and awards.
- Collaborate with Parks divisions, partner City agencies, and nonprofit Parks partners to promote and expand our concessions.
- Foster strong working relationships with local businesses and assist Parks in expanding its network of potential partners.
- Perform on-site walkthroughs and site visits, attend Community Board meetings, and conduct public bid openings.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 786455.

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: Arsenal, Manhattan

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period.

References will be required upon request.

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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

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COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

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.

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.