Many people share their skills and interests with others as BPC Parks volunteers. Volunteer opportunities in the parks range from helping in our gardens to being a Master Angler, to leading or assisting in any training. Current volunteer opportunities are listed below. To learn more about becoming a BPC Parks Volunteer, call 212.267.9700 or send email to volunteers@bpcparks.org.

Training for Horticulture Volunteers begins early in May each year. Please call as soon as you can.

 

BPC Parks is a fun and interesting place to work, and we are always looking for good people to join our staff. Current positions available are listed below. If no positions are available, feel free to fax us your resume to the attention of HR at 212.267.9707. To learn more about employment opportunities, call 212.267.9700 or send email to BPCPCHR@bpcparks.org.

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

As of January 15, 2010

SEASONAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE!!! Be a part of New York City’s exciting cultural life working outdoors in uniquely beautiful parks in Lower Manhattan. Battery Park City Parks Conservancy needs seasonal workers in the following areas:

HORTICULTURE March–November Perform all aspects of horticultural maintenance to include pruning, planting, grooming, dividing, I.P.M., and soil management. Must have minimum 3 years of work experience in the field or a horticulture degree.

MAINTENANCE May – October Hands-on physical labor in keeping park sites and structures clean, safe, and in operable condition.  Must have experience using hand & power tools.  Prior related work experience desirable.  Shifts vary.  Weekends required.

PARKS PROGRAMMING May – October Coordinate and implement public programs for all ages and audiences.  Includes sports, fishing, music, and art.  Significant experience working with children, families in a camp, school, or community center setting required.  Must have excellent judgment, and verbal communication skills.  Weekends required.

 All positions require work in all weather conditions, and a valid U.S. driver’s license.

Resumes to BPCPCHR@bpcparks.org or mail to: BPCPC, ATTN: HR, 2 South End Avenue, NY, NY 10280. Fax: 212-267-9707. EOE.


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