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 HR@bpcparks.org.
OPEN POSITIONS
As of March, 2013
Battery Park City Parks Conservancy (BPCPC) a private, not-for-profit organization, dedicated to the management of the parks of Battery Park City has openings in the following areas:
POSITION TITLE: Full Time Horticulturist
DEPARTMENT (s): Horticulture
Under general direction, the Horticulturist is responsible for performing all aspects of horticulture maintenance by pruning, planting, grooming, dividing, I.P.M, and soil management. This position reports to the Director of Horticulture and is also led in the field by Senior Horticulturists and a Field Supervisor. This position is full time and hours are from 7am-4:30pm.... FULL DESCRIPTION HERE
POSITION TITLE: Level B Assistant Plumber Maintenance Worker
DEPARTMENT (s): Maintenance
The Level B Plumber Maintenance Worker is responsible for providing the daily “hands-on” physical labor required to keep all park land sites and structures under BPCPC jurisdiction in a safe and operable condition. The Level B Assistant Plumber Maintenance Worker is under the direct supervision of the Level B Plumber, and overall jurisdiction of the Maintenance Forepersons and Director of Maintenance. The Level B Assistant Plumber Maintenance Worker is considered a “skilled tradesperson” and must be well organized and knowledgeable in the Plumbing field... FULL DESCRIPTION HERE
POSITION TITLE: Events Coordinator/Parks Programming Leader
DEPARTMENT (s): Parks Programming
The Rental Events Coordinator/ Parks Programming Leader plays a critical role in determining the quality of park visitors’ experiences while participating in public programs and special events. The Rental Events Coordinator/ Parks Programming Leader advertises, plans, and executes rental events at 6 River Terrace, and oversees day to day relationships and communications with renters, vendors, cleaning service and Parks’ staff. The Rental Events Coordinator/ Parks Programming Leader also assists in research, development and implementation of new programs and revenue generating events and provides administrative support which ensures that all programs and events operate smoothly. This is a full-time position and hours may be flexible and may include weekend hours as well... FULL DESCRIPTION HERE
POSITION TITLE: Level C Maintenance Worker
DEPARTMENT (s): Maintenance
The Level C Maintenance Worker is responsible for providing the daily "hands-on" physical labor required to keep all park land sites and structures under BPCPC jurisdiction in a clean, safe, and operable condition. The Level C Maintenance Worker is under the direct supervision of the Level C Supervisor and overall jurisdiction of the Maintenance Foreman and Director of Maintenance. Hours are flexible and seasonal work will begin on/or around May 1st through October 31st.... FULL DESCRIPTION HERE
POSITION TITLE: Level B Plumbing Maintenance Worker
DEPARTMENT (s):Maintenance
The Level B Plumber Maintenance Worker is responsible for providing the daily "hands-on" physical labor required to keep all park land sites and structures under BPCPC jurisdiction in a safe and operable condition. The Level B Plumber Maintenance Worker is under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Foreman, and overall jurisdiction of the Director of Maintenance. The Level B Plumber Maintenance Worker will also serve as a supervisor to the Level B Plumber Assistant Maintenance worker which will work with the Level B on a daily basis. The Level B Plumber Maintenance Worker is consider a "skilled tradesperson" and must be well organized and knowledgeable in the Plumbing filed.... FULL DESCRIPTION HERE
POSITION TITLE: Assistant Horticulturist
DEPARTMENT (s): Horticulture
Under supervision, the Assistant Horticulturist is responsible for assisting Horticulturists and Senior Horticulturists in performing all horticulture field operations at locations throughout park space. This position reports to the Director of Horticulture and is led in the field by the Senior Horticulturists... FULL DESCRIPTION HERE
POSITION TITLE: Hourly Parks Programming Field Supervisor
DEPARTMENT (s): Parks Programming.
The Parks Programming Field Supervisor is responsible for providing the daily supervision required to keep parks programming activities, classes, services at the Rockefeller Park House, BPC ball fields, and special events running efficiently and safely. The Parks Programming Supervisor reports to the Parks Programming Foreperson and the Director of Parks Programming. The Parks Programming Field Supervisor supervises Parks Programming Leaders, both full time staff and hourly. This position starts in April and is anticipated to end in November... FULL DESCRIPTION HERE
POSITION TITLE: HOURLY PUBLIC PROGRAM / RECREATION LEADERS
DEPARTMENT (s): Parks Programming.
We are hiring approximately four (4) part-time and full-time hourly public programming leaders for the 2013 six-month season. Each Public Programming Leader must be able to work one (1) weekend day and a minimum of two (2) weekdays... FULL DESCRIPTION HERE
POSITION TITLE: Arts Specialist
DEPARTMENT (s): Parks Programming.
The Arts Specialist is a year-round hourly specialist position that has a significant amount of off-season responsibilities. The Arts Specialist must exhibit leadership qualities that inspire, energize, prepare, and direct staff as we expand the program. The Arts Program Specialist will have consistent and ongoing communication with the Director of Parks Programming and the Programming Foreperson in further developing the vision of BPCPC's arts programs and the evolution of the vision as the Parks Conservancy continues to grow and change. In keeping with BPCPC's commitment to become a model for green or environmentally friendly practices, the Arts Specialist will strive to incorporate this guideline and institutional philosophy into programs and projects... FULL DESCRIPTION HERE
POSITION TITLE: Seasonal Horticulturist
DEPARTMENT (s): Horticulture
Under general direction, the Seasonal Horticulturist is responsible for performing all aspects of horticulture maintenance by pruning, planting, grooming, dividing, I.P.M, and soil management. This position reports to the Director of Horticulture and is also led in the field by Senior Horticulturists and a Field Supervisor. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm beginning on/or around May 1st through October 31st.... FULL DESCRIPTION HERE
All positions require work in all weather conditions, and a valid U.S. driver’s license. Must be legally able to work in the USA.
Please send resumes to summerjobs@bpcparks.org or mail to: BPCPC, ATTN: HR, 75 Battery Place, NY, NY 10280. Fax: 212-336-9388. EOE, m/f
