Position at New York City Department of Parks and Recreation

Monuments Coordinator
New York City Department of Parks and Recreation
Monuments division

Unique opportunity to coordinate monument conservation and field
maintenance for the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation
Monuments division which maintains more than 1,200 monuments and
artworks throughout the City's parks.  Serve as a liaison with the
Capital Projects division and restoration contractors on monument
projects.  Prepare Art Commission submissions and schedule on-site
reviews.  Assist the Director of Art and Antiquities with
fundraising and development. Monitor the organization of the field
office and procurement of supplies and equipment. Maintain database
of monument records and storage inventory of artifacts.  Assist with
the organization of archival materials and maintenance records.
Issue permits to independent conservators; review their fieldwork
and reports. Organize public events and dedication ceremonies.
Answer public research inquiries and assist with issues related to
conservation and acceptance of new monuments and artwork.  Assist
with special projects including exhibitions, publications and public
forums.

Bachelor's degree and two years experience or equivalent education
and experience required.  Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's or
Master's degree.  General knowledge of sculpture and conservation
methods. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.  Excellent
writing, communication, organizational and analytical skills.

Driver license valid New York State.  Note: New York City residency
is required within 90 days of hire.

Salary: $43,000 - $50,000

To apply, send resume with cover letter by 10-24-08 to:

    Monuments Coordinator - JVN 11991
    Personnel-Recruitment
    City of New York/Parks and Recreation
    24 West 61st Street, 2nd floor
    New York NY 10023
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Include Job Vacancy Number - JVN 11991 in subject line, cover letter
and on resume.

More information at

    <URL:http://www.nyc.gov/parks/jobs>

We are and Equal Opportunity Employer

Sara E. Levine
Deputy Director of Recruitment
City of New York/Parks and Recreation
24 West 61st Street - 2nd floor
New York, NY 10023
212-830-7866
Fax: 212-830-7860

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