Prospect Park Alliance, Inc

Non-profit Organizations51-200 employeesWebsite

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Open Roles

Prospect Park Alliance, Inc is a non-profit organization employing between 51 and 200 employees. The organization is currently seeking to fill three open positions. Prospect Park Alliance, Inc is currently hiring for the following on-site positions: * **Tree Care Technician:** This is a 10-month seasonal position, running from February to December. The Tree Care Technician will work with the Prospect Park Alliance Arborist to care for trees and conduct general landscape maintenance in Prospect Park, particularly focusing on the maintenance of newly planted trees. Key responsibilities include maintaining trees, planting trees, performing basic tree work, supporting specimen trees, managing database software, leading volunteer groups, removing snow, and assisting with emergency response activities. A valid NYS Driver’s License is required. An Associate or Bachelor's degree in a related field or applied certification is preferred. A valid NYS CDL Driver’s License and experience with mapping software or GIS is preferred. * **Turf/Ballfield Technician (LM):** This is a 9-month seasonal full-time position. The Turf/Ballfield Technician is responsible for maintaining and restoring lawns and performing general maintenance throughout the park, including ballfields. This includes maintaining lawns, cutting weeds, installing and removing fencing, removing litter, removing hazards, assisting with special events, and removing snow. The technician will also be responsible for maintaining athletic fields, maintaining clay infields, leveling field surfaces, pumping water, cleaning dugouts, and performing repairs. This position requires a High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one year of groundskeeping or landscaping experience and operating related machinery is preferred. A valid Driver’s License is required. The hourly wage for this position is $20 per hour. * **Event Support Staff (VS):** This is a per diem, on-site role. Event Support Staff provides general manual labor, guest support, and other ancillary services to assist the Alliance Events staff in producing and running successful events in venues throughout Prospect Park. Responsibilities include performing general maintenance, assisting guests, operating and maintaining A/V equipment, and ensuring adherence to event rules. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A minimum of one year of experience working in a customer-facing role or assisting in event coordination is also required. The job postings highlight the following technology skills: * **Tree Care Technician:** Tree Care, Landscape Maintenance, Planting, Pruning, Tree Identification, Machinery Operation, Customer Service, Collaboration, Communication, Problem Solving, Data Management, Health and Safety, Self-Management, Ethics and Integrity, Results Focus, Technology Proficiency * **Turf/Ballfield Technician (LM):** Lawncare, Park Maintenance, Ballfield Maintenance, Machinery Operation, General Facility Maintenance, Health and Safety, Customer Service, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Self-Management, Collaboration, Teamwork, Communication, Technology * **Event Support Staff (VS):** Customer Service, Manual Labor, A/V Equipment Operation, Cleaning Techniques, Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Organization, Attention to Detail All three listed positions are on-site. The Tree Care Technician and Turf/Ballfield Technician roles require working in the field, which may involve exposure to various weather conditions and potential hazards. The Event Support Staff position is performed at an event venue. Here are some frequently asked questions about working at Prospect Park Alliance, Inc. and the current open positions: * **What is the duration of the Tree Care Technician position?** The Tree Care Technician position is a 10-month seasonal role, from February to December. * **What are the required qualifications for the Turf/Ballfield Technician position?** A High School diploma or equivalent is required, along with a valid Driver’s License. A minimum of one year of groundskeeping or general landscaping experience and operating related machinery is preferred. * **What type of experience is preferred for the Event Support Staff position?** A minimum of one year of experience working in a customer-facing role or assisting in event coordination and set-up is preferred. * **Are any of the positions remote?** No, all three current open positions are on-site roles. * **What are some of the physical demands of the positions?** All positions require manual labor, which may involve lifting, pushing, pulling, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. * **What are the core values of the Prospect Park Alliance?** A passion for public parks and environmental conservation, combined with a commitment to treating others with respect, appreciating individual differences, and embracing the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.