• Clerical Aide

    City of New York (New York, NY)


    Job Description

    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 operate more than 800 athletic fields and nearly 1,000 playgrounds, 1,800 basketball courts, 550 tennis courts, 67 public pools, 51 recreational facilities, 15 nature centers, 14 golf courses, and 14 miles of beaches. We care for 1,200 monuments and 23 historic house museums. We look after 600,000 street trees, and two million more in parks. We are New York City's principal providers of recreational and athletic facilities and programs. We are home to free concerts, world-class sports events, and cultural festivals. We seek Clerical Aides for our Citywide Service division.

     

    PERKS: Earn vacation and sick leave every month and receive free membership to our recreation centers

    MAJOR RESPONIBILITIES

    - Under supervision, with latitude for independent judgment, perform moderately difficult and responsible clerical work.

     

    - Perform data entry into computer programs, ensuring that all data is entered accurately, and information is organized and easily retrievable.

     

    - Provide general office support. Prepare reports, log correspondence, verify information and track phone calls. Process and route correspondence to the appropriate staff.

     

    - Maintain accurate and current filing system.

     

    - Prepare various reports and briefings using data and information supplied by managers and supervisors.

     

    - Track, distribute, compose, and edit correspondence to constituents and other agencies to meet Agency deadlines.

     

    - Perform clerical work in relation to records, files, invoices and reports.

     

    - Identify and communicate emerging issues to supervisor.

     

    Work Location: Randall’s Island, Manhattan

     

    Duration: 6 months, approx. start Spring 2025

     

    Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee of $54.00. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to an $101.25.25 background check fee.

    HOW TO APPLY:

    All Applicants*:

    Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 704085.

     

    All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

     

    *Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.

     

    References will be required upon request. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

     

    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)

    CLERICAL AIDE - 10250

    Qualifications

    Qualification Requirements

    There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position.

     

    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.

     

    Salary Min: $ 18.54

     

    Salary Max: $ 18.54