Overview
Project Coordinator, Volunteer Services/Seasonal Jobs in New York, New York, USA at Prospect Park Alliance, Inc.
Position: Â Project Coordinator, Volunteer Services (Seasonal)
Location: New York
Description
JOB OVERVIEW
The Volunteer Services Project Coordinator (Seasonal) assists in the planning, coordination, and execution ofinclusiveoutdoor stewardship programs for broad public audiences. They supervise volunteers in various outdoor activities at Prospect Park, including litter removal, maintenance projects, horticulture and natural areas management, and other stewardship related activities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / KEY JOB OUTCOMES
Collaborate with volunteer program managers, landscape management staff, development staff, and maintenance and operations staff to plan, prepare, and supervise volunteer activities
Serve as team lead, carry out fieldwork and train volunteers to safely assist with outdoor restoration, beautification, and cleanups in all types of weather
Liaison with community groups and corporate partners to schedule and book volunteer events
Perform office work including, copying, filing, and data input. Use Word, Excel, and database software to create reports, events descriptions, correspondences, and other daily office needs.
Assist in daily tool room and vehicle upkeep, including vehicle &inventory tracking, tool care, glove laundry, fueling vehicles, and other outdoor and indoor tasks.
Assist program managers and volunteer services coordinator on various outreach initiatives, including drafting recruitment emails, tracking outreach metrics, and other various tasks.
Assist Volunteer Corps staff with various planning initiatives
Performs other job-related duties and functions as assigned
Requirements
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s degree preferred
A minimum of six (6) months of coordination experience in community programs and a minimum of six (6) months experience doing outdoor manual labor preferred
A valid/unexpired Driver’s License required; experience driving large vehicles or willingness to learn
COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Personal Attributes)
Passion for the Alliance Mission & Core Values: A passion for public parks and stewardship combined with a commitment to treating others withrespect, appreciating individual differences and embracing the values ofdiversity, equity andinclusion.
Ethics & Integrity:
Earns the trust andrespectof others through a consistent commitment to integrity, honesty andprofessionalismin all interactions.
Fieldwork Naturalist Knowledge: A basic understanding of the demands of performing manual labor outdoors within an urban setting. Knowledge of andrespectfor the work of the original Park designers Olmsted and Vaux. An understanding of historic design, environmental design and horticulture, complex urban landscape and the significance of successful landscape design within an urban setting. Ability to generate interest in the environment and natural world by highlighting historical, ecological or scientific features of outdoor surroundings.
Technology:
Proficient with automated technologies that support area of responsibility, G-Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.
Public Speaking:
Must have excellent verbalcommunication skillsand ability to impart key information to your audience. Should be able to engage with an audience and interact with members of the public.
Communication Skills:
Ability to convey concepts and make presentations in a clear, culturally competent and understandable manner. Demonstrates effective l…
Title: Project Coordinator, Volunteer Services/Seasonal
Company: Prospect Park Alliance, Inc.
Location: New York, New York, USA
Category: Non-Profit
