Monitoring Crew Member

CITY OF NEW YORK PARKS & RECREATION
SEASONAL JOB VACANCY NOTICE
Office Title: Monitoring Crew Member
Civil Service Title: Community Associate
Work Location: TBD
Duration: October 2025 to June 30, 2026
Salary: 28.04 per hour for 35 hour week
Number of Positions: 1
NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land — 14 percent of New York City — including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from
Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens and Greenstreets. We look after 600,000 street trees, and two million more in parks.
The mission of the Division of Environment and Planning is to protect, restore, expand and manage New York City’s natural spaces and green
infrastructure to maximize their benefits to both ecological function and quality of life. The Division is responsible for planning, citywide urban forestry,
ecological restoration, and horticulture initiatives. Our core values are: Champion Urban Nature, Apply Science and Embrace Innovation, Be
Respectful and Inclusive, and Advance an Ecological Legacy.
Employees who work for 6 months or longer are eligible for healthcare benefits. All seasonal employees earn sick and annual leave. All employees
receive free membership to our recreation centers.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Under supervision of the Monitoring Crew Leader, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, provide technical and field assistance in
the monitoring and assessment of natural areas parkland across New York City.
• Conduct vegetation, wildlife, and other monitoring projects aimed at improving protection, management, and restoration of wet lands, grasslands,
and forests in NYC Parks.
• Maintain high standards of quality and attention to detail, particularly in the identification of plants in restored and existing ecosystems.
• Accurately locate study areas using a GPS or other handheld device and use ArcGIS software to map data.
• Document, download, and edit field data daily or as needed on handheld devices or paper datasheets.
• Assist in data entry, QA/QC, and analysis as needed.
• Prepare maps, figures, and final reports to submit to senior staff and collaborators.
• Supervise and mentor interns and provide training in data collection methodologies and use of technical equipment.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to
duties described above; or
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
PREFERRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
1. Associate degree in environmental science, ecology, natural resource management or a related field OR strong plant identification skills.
2. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, including the ability to work in a team.
3. Basic proficiency with Microsoft office programs, including MS Word, Excel and Access.
4. Basic proficiency with ArcGIS software, including handheld GPS units.
5. Field experience conducting ecological monitoring, including knowledge of NYC flora and fauna.
6. Demonstrated commitment to public service and the environment.
7. Demonstrated ability to work well in a team and independently.
8. A valid New York State driver license.
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 for all other candidates within 90 days of hire.
Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee of $68.00. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the
City will be subject to a 101.25 background check fee.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply Here Monitoring Crew Memberhttps://cityjobs.nyc.gov/job/monitoring-crew-member-in-nyc-all-boros-jid-35536 OR Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 725508.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
Parks & City Employees: Include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.
POST DATE: 08/12/2026 POST UNTIL: FILLED
References will be required upon request. We appreciate the interest of all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.