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Chief Of Operations
Posted on March 6, 2026
- New York, United States of America
- 185000.0 - 190000.0 USD (yearly)
- Full Time
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Chief of Operations
- DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION
Posted On: 03/06/2026
- Full-Time
Location
NYC-ALL BOROS
- No Exam Required
Department
First Deputy Commissioner
Salary Range:
$185,000.00 – $190,000.00
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Job Description
*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*
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 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.
Major Responsibilities
Work Location: TBD
How to Apply
All Applicants:
Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 772646.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.
nyc.gov/parks
MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.
For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)
DEPUTY BOROUGH COMMISSIONER (P - 95840
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 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.
Major Responsibilities
- Under direction of the Deputy Commissioner/Chief Operating Officer, with great latitude for the exercise of independent judgment, manage budget and staff; establish and assess borough operations policy, priorities and standards.
- Plan, coordinate and direct the delivery of maintenance and operations, technical services, horticulture, borough crews and capital pro-ject programs for the borough.
- Obtain and sustain acceptable Parks’ Inspection Program (PIP) ratings; implement other applicable evaluation programs.
- Analyze and adjust operations based on performance measurements and customer satisfaction.
- Participate with the Borough Commissioner in the formulation of community relations policy and procedures; help translate plans into working programs.
- Develop procedures for administration of short-term special projects and borough events.
- Serve as an agency representative in mediating situations involving employees, community groups and/or labor unions, which are of a sensitive or complex nature.
- Review, analyze and approve capital project proposals, plans and related documentation. Inspect capital construction projects as needed before final acceptance.
- Attend meetings on behalf of the Commissioner and communicate key updates and decisions.
- Continuously endeavor to improve the delivery of services to the public, utilizing all borough resources effectively and efficiently.
- Ensure that staff members are provided with topical and comprehensive training to facilitate career development and personal enrichment.
Work Location: TBD
How to Apply
All Applicants:
Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 772646.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
- Current Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.
NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.
nyc.gov/parks
MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.
For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)
DEPUTY BOROUGH COMMISSIONER (P - 95840
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time experience in one or more of the following fields: park management, park or urban rehabilitation, urban or regional planning, horticulture or forestry, historic preservation, architecture, land-scape architecture, engineering, recreation, public sector budgeting, or related fields, at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or in supervision of professional staff working in any of the above mentioned areas; or
2. Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” above. However, all candidates must have 18 months of administrative, managerial, executive, or supervisory experience as described in “1” above.
Preferred Skills
1. Excellent supervisory, project management, administrative, analytical and communication skills. 2. Demonstrated senior-level experience managing extensive and complex fleet operations. 3. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement new programs and manage multiple stakeholders. 4. Strong familiarity with agency operations and sustainability measures. 5. Ability to anticipate and respond to unexpected situations. Excellent problem-solving skills. 6. Proficiency in computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Teams and GIS. 7. Available to work some evenings and weekends. 8. Valid New York State driver license.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam, or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.
Additional Information
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.
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Job ID
772646
Posted until
03/27/2026
Title code
95840
Civil service title
DEPUTY BOROUGH COMMISSIONER (P
Title classification
Non-Competitive-5
Business title
Chief Of Operations
- Experience Level:Manager
Job level
M6
Number of positions
1
Work location
Bronx Hdqt., 1 Bx Rvr Pkwy., B
- Category:Building Operations & Maintenance
Chief of Operations
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