City of New York · 22 hours ago
Project Development Coordinator for Recreation Purchasing
Bronx, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$63K/yr - $98K/yr
2+ years expThe City of New York is seeking a Project Development Coordinator for Recreation Purchasing to oversee Bronx Recreation activities. The role involves coordinating vendor inquiries, managing purchasing processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies while also supporting business improvement initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Under general direction, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform difficult and responsible administrative work for the development, implementation and coordination of Bronx Recreation activities
Coordinate, process and track all vendor/purchasing inquiries and requests
Using Asset Management Parks System (AMPS) and Excel spreadsheets, create and maintain borough-wide tracking reports, including material and equipment needs, inventory, Other Than Personal Services (OTPS) purchases and budgets
Working with Center Managers, administer maintenance contracts, which include air conditioning, fire safety, exterminator and fitness equipment. Coordinate preventive maintenance services with contractors for all borough recreation centers
Serve as a liaison with Purchasing and Accounting divisions. Ensure purchase requisitions are accurate and manage all open Purchase Order balances. Ensure recreation staff adhere to purchasing and accounting policies and procedures
Work with vendors to obtain reasonable prices for services, equipment and supplies. Coordinate merchandise delivery with vendors and recreation centers
Work with Chief, Deputy Chiefs, Center Managers and Budget to identify and fund business improvement opportunities
Ensure branding guidelines are followed on all Marketing materials
Supervise staff performing data entry if needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to '1' or '2' above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in '1' above
Preferred
Bachelor's degree
Experience in project management, contract management or a related field
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access
Knowledge of E-requester, Financial Management System (FMS) and AMPS
Valid New York State driver license
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company
City of New York
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