City Parks Foundation jobs in New York, NY

/Title: Day Educator Duration: June 2023 - August 2023 City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to offer programs in public parks throughout the five boroughs of New York City. We are dedicated to invigorating and transforming parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through sports, arts, community development, and education programs for all New Yorkers. Our programs and community building initiatives -- located in more than 350 parks, recreation centers, and public schools across New York City -- reach 425,000 people each year. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment with education programs that provide learning experiences through classroom and hands-on activities in parks, urban forests, coastal areas, gardens, and recreation centers. We present the largest free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC through SummerStage, presenting artists of the highest quality across multiple disciplines and genres, and marionette puppet theater in all five boroughs with our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and the roving PuppetMobile. Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, supports and champions a growing network of leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of their neighborhood parks. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks reflect thriving communities. POSITION SUMMARY Learning Gardens brings year-round, field- and school-based garden science learning to NYC schoolchildren and community members. Our gardens are outdoor classrooms that provide vibrant green space in some of New York City's most densely populated neighborhoods. Operating four community gardens across three boroughs, CPF presents engaging interdisciplinary lessons to expand student learning around urban ecology, horticulture, soil science, and sustainable urban food systems. Students in 2nd - 8th grade and their teachers receive resource materials, curricula, and tools to enhance their understanding of ecosystem services and address the unique challenges of growing food in an urban environment. High School interns are trained in garden instruction and horticultural techniques throughout the spring and then work alongside Learning Gardens staff throughout the summer. Each week throughout July and August, summer camp groups from local community organizations participate in a 6 session program at one of four Learning Gardens. CPF staff and interns lead late elementary and middle school-aged youths as they experience 15 low-cost hours of fun-filled, garden-based science instruction in community gardening, growing healthy food and keeping fit. We are seeking two seasonal educators who will be placed at one of the following gardens: Grove Hill Garden in Morrisania, Bronx; Abib Newborn Garden in Brownsville, Brooklyn; Success Garden in East New York, Brooklyn; and Liberty Garden in Jamaica, Queens. QUALIFICATIONS At least 2+ years of teaching experience; experience in outdoor programs and/or in non-traditional settings preferred. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in garden-based instruction, outdoor education, and youth development Experience in classroom/group management skills; adept at handling groups outdoors in diverse scenarios Gardening/horticultural experience is a plus Excellent verbal communications skills Willingness to work with underserved, urban youth from historically under-resourced communities. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team is essential. Willingness to work outdoors during July and August (physical and manual labor necessary) in hot and/or inclement weather. Preferred Associate's, BA/BS degree, or Teacher's Certificate in related field, such as Plant Science, Horticulture, Environmental Education, Teaching grades 4-8

/Title: Day Educator Duration: February 2023 - June 2023 City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to offer programs in public parks throughout the five boroughs of New York City. At CPF, we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through sports, arts, community development, and education programs for all New Yorkers. Our programs and community building initiatives -- located in more than 350 parks, recreation centers, and public schools across New York City -- reach 425,000 people each year. We present the largest free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC through SummerStage, presenting artists of the highest quality across multiple disciplines and genres, and marionette puppet theater in all five boroughs with our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and the roving PuppetMobile. Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, supports and champions a growing network of leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of their neighborhood parks. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment with education programs that provide learning experiences through classroom and hands-on activities in parks, urban forests, coastal areas, gardens, and recreation centers. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks reflect thriving communities. POSITION SUMMARY City Parks Foundation Learning Gardens brings year-round, field and school-based garden science learning to NYC school children and community members. Our gardens are outdoor classrooms that provide vibrant green space in some of New York City's most densely populated neighborhoods. We provide programming in various community gardens in four boroughs. Using our garden partner sites, CPF presents engaging interdisciplinary lessons to expand student learning around urban ecology, horticulture, soil science, and sustainable urban food systems. Students in 1st - 8th grade and their teachers receive resource materials, curricula, and tools to enhance their understanding of ecosystem services and address the unique challenges of growing food in an urban environment. High School interns are trained in garden instruction and horticultural techniques throughout the spring and then work alongside Learning Gardens staff throughout the summer. City Parks Foundation seeks Part-Time Educators to work this upcoming Spring with our Learning Gardens School Day program. The Part-Time Educator would be in charge of implementing established lesson plans in CPFs current curricula as part of the school day program from March - June. This includes sessions in the classroom and outdoors as part of field experiences for elementary grades 1st-5th and/or middle school grades 6th-8th. The Part-Time Educator reports to the Associate Director of Environmental Education. RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as a part-time educator for Learning Gardens school day elementary program spanning October - June with regularly scheduled classes in gardens and school classrooms Implement a curriculum in person, which includes indoor and outdoor sessions with hands-on activities including small animal handling, gardening activities, and food preparation Contribute to workshops and professional development sessions with Learning Gardens partners Contribute to our Learning Gardens google site and seasonal newsletter Work with the Associate Director of Environmental Education and other staff to help shape curricula by providing relevant feedback Continually investigate best practices through your own professional development in topics such as child development, environmental studies, and pedagogy Assist in maintaining education department resources including gardening tools, and supplies as well as animals Implement assessment tools and analyze data to measure the learning outcomes of the program Provide logistical support and complete general administrative duties as needed Assist with record-keeping and reporting requirements Assist with maintenance tasks in Learning Gardens growing spaces including weeding, transplanting, direct seeding, compost, etc

City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to offer programs in public parks throughout the five boroughs of New York City. At CPF, we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. We produce SummerStage, the largest free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. POSITION SUMMARY The Systems and Strategy Manager will assess and implement, and oversee the operation and administration of CPF's IT and database systems. Systems may include the Google Workspace and other office productivity software, Salesforce, Intacct, Paychex, and other apps and systems used by teams across CPF. The manager will report to the COO and will work across teams to help integrate systems and ensure the user experience is effective and efficient. RESPONSIBILITIES Assess CPF's current platforms and systems and identify ways to better integrate these platforms to meet organizational needs Improving technology efficiencies and effectiveness across teams - train staff, ensure internal utilization, and identify opportunities for improvements and innovations Project manage rollout and continued use of Salesforce, including administrator(s) and consultant(s), to ensure smooth implementation and sustainable practices are in place. Manage any integrations into Salesforce and ensure post-integration is set up for success Oversee IT budget and support COO in budget oversight as needed Manage CPF's Google Workspace, including updating and implementing policies, and overseeing external consultants as needed Support the organization's dedication to cybersecurity, ensuring CPF is up to date and safe from current cyber threats Support, implement, update organization wide policies and procedures Oversight of organizational technology equipment and maintenance Develop and implement evaluation tools to assess and enhance program impact and effectiveness Support COO with additional projects as needed

City Parks Foundation has offered a series of low-cost USTA sanctioned junior tournaments in NYC parks for 20+ years. We are seeking to hire an experienced tournament director or coach to organize and run our 2025 tournaments. These 2-3 day events will take place at parks throughout all 5 boroughs of NYC from July - September. The tournament director will be a part-time seasonal employee of the CityParks Play Department and report to the Director of Operations. Compensation: $30/hour RESPONSIBILITIES Setup online registration platform through USTA Serve Tennis Serve as primary point of contact for all tournament related communications Be on-site contact for all tournament dates at various citywide park locations May be required to carry equipment to/from sites Monitor registration and coordinate plan for outreach with Associate Director Answer questions from parents and promote whenever possible to the community REQUIREMENTS Previous experience running USTA sanctioned tournaments Knowledge of USTA Serve Tennis or willingness to receive training on Serve Tennis Knowledgeable in USTA Eastern Rules and Regulations General knowledge of tennis rules and etiquette Ability to work with diverse constituencies, both internal and external to CPF Exceptional communication skills and work-ethic Willingness and ability to carry and transport sports equipment as needed Willingness and ability to travel to various park sites Applicants must comply with USTA & CPF background check and SafeSport requirements ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations. We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship.

Job Description CPF is seeking to hire experienced players, coaches or teachers to teach free beginner tennis lessons to children and seniors in NYC parks. Lessons for seniors are typically held in the Spring and Fall on weekday mornings. Lessons for youth are typically held on weekends in the Spring and Fall and on weekdays from 9-12 noon and 1-4 PM during the summer. Instructors will be trained to teach a standardized curriculum and will be seasonal employees of the CityParks Play department. Our program sites are throughout NYC, however staff are usually assigned to work in their borough of residence. Compensation: commensurate with experience and can range from $16.50 to $35 per hour RESPONSIBILITIES Demonstrate and teach daily lessons Work with 2-3 other coaches to organize groups of approximately 50 children or 20-25 seniors in an orderly and safe manner May be required to help transfer tennis equipment to/from certain sites Monitor weekly attendance and maintain accurate records of class participants Answer questions from parents and promote whenever possible to the community QUALIFICATIONS Advanced playing ability and thorough knowledge of tennis rules and etiquette Ability to work with diverse constituencies, both internal and external to CPF Exceptional communication skills and work-ethic Willingness and ability to travel to various park sites Group-teaching experience preferred Applicants will be subject to a background check and SafeSport training through USTA Net Generation ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations. We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship. Powered by JazzHR tWsRA8TsMO

/Title: Corporate Partnerships Intern Salary Range: $15/hour At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations. We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. POSITION SUMMARY City Parks Foundation offers hands-on internship experiences in the Corporate Partnerships Department, which manages all sponsorship initiatives for the entire organization. Interns will gain experience while helping the full-time staff execute a wide range of strategies for our arts, sports, community development and environmental education programs. Reporting to the Manager of Corporate Partnerships, the Corporate Partnerships Intern will play a vital role in supporting our summer corporate sponsorship responsibilities, focused heavily on SummerStage - one of NYC's largest free outdoor performing arts festivals. Interns must be available to work a minimum of 3-4 days/week, 30 hours/week between May and September. Start and end dates are flexible. This is a paid hourly position ($15/hr), and may qualify for academic credit if desired.. This role is offered on a hybrid basis (office/home/on-site at events). This is an opportunity to work on diverse projects with massive New York City exposure. The position requires a proactive and can-do attitude, strong attention to detail, organizational skills, problem-solving proficiency, and the flexibility and ability to work outside and on nights and weekends. RESPONSIBILITIES: In office/at home general support for all corporate partnerships initiatives including SummerStage, CityParks Play, CityParks Learn, and Partnerships for Parks Assisting with the contractual execution of corporate sponsors including managing contracts, invoices, on-site activation documentation, guest lists, data entry and more On-site duties at SummerStage events include assisting with client service, supporting client load-in / load-out, assisting with sponsor products in VIP areas, and general troubleshooting Organize and categorize corporate partners' related content and photos for season recaps Assist with tracking of corporate partner digital content (sponsored social media posts, website, email marketing, etc.) Assisting with the cultivation and research of new and existing corporate partners

Position/Title: On-Site Marketing Assistant - Central Park (Seasonal/Part-Time) City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to offer programs in public parks throughout the five boroughs of New York City. At CPF, we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. We produce SummerStage, the largest free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. POSITION SUMMARY ***This is a part-time position. The pay rate is $20/hour with 20-30 hours of work expected each week through September. The part-time seasonal assistant will support the Marketing department in a broad range of marketing outreach activities at SummerStage in Central Park. The On-site Marketing Assistant will report to the Marketing Director for City Parks Foundation. This role is an opportunity to work on diverse projects with massive New York City exposure. This position requires live event and production experience with a proactive and can-do attitude, strong attention to detail, organizational skills, problem-solving proficiency, and the ability to work outside on nights and weekends. RESPONSIBILITIES Attend SummerStage in Central Park performances as the primary on-site Marketing contact (estimated 3-5 events/week with variance) between June - October with an estimated 5-10 remote office/admin hours per week with fluctuation week to week. Supervise up to 2 on-site marketing interns, providing tasks, assignments, and management on-site at shows. Remote office/admin weekly work to prepare weekly briefs for on-site events (corresponding with and providing details to interns, vendors, media partners, photographers, etc.). Serve as the primary Marketing point of contact on-site for media partners, production staff, photographers, interns, press, VIP attendees, SummerStage members and the general public. Assist with sponsorship activations and media partners on-site and SummerStage membership program when needed. Act as the primary manager of the on-site Marketing / Info tent including: table set up, communicating event details and answering questions for all attendees, managing interns, providing assistance to the SummerStage membership program team, and managing the distribution of marketing materials. Oversee and assist with SummerStage social media plan on-site, including: posting live updates on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok; and answering questions and direct messages. Manage scheduling and assignment of on-site CPF photographers in advance and on-site. Coordinate with the production team to ensure smooth operation of stage video screens, marketing slides, stage announcements and other multimedia content captures for each show. Oversee the press team on-site with check-in, credentials, VIP check in access and press interviews when needed in addition to coordinating with operations and security team management of the press pit. Manage advancing of media partner on-site activations; coordinating planning details and assisting setup on-site. Produce daily show recaps and assist with season-end partner recap summaries. Attend weekly virtual SummerStage production meetings, in-person orientation and season-end debrief meetings (minimum of 2). Additional on-site assistance as needed.

/Title: Day Educator Salary Range: $25/hour City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to offer programs in public parks throughout the five boroughs of New York City. We are dedicated to invigorating and transforming parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through sports, arts, community development, and education programs for all New Yorkers. Our programs and community building initiatives -- located in more than 350 parks, recreation centers, and public schools across New York City -- reach 425,000 people each year. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment with education programs that provide learning experiences through classroom and hands-on activities in parks, urban forests, coastal areas, gardens, and recreation centers. We present the largest free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC through SummerStage, presenting artists of the highest quality across multiple disciplines and genres, and marionette puppet theater in all five boroughs with our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and the roving PuppetMobile. Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, supports and champions a growing network of leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of their neighborhood parks. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. POSITION SUMMARY Learning Gardens brings year-round, field and school-based garden science learning to NYC school children and community members. Our gardens are outdoor classrooms that provide vibrant green space in some of New York City's most densely populated neighborhoods. We operate four gardens in three boroughs. Using our four community gardens, CPF presents engaging interdisciplinary lessons to expand student learning around urban ecology, horticulture, soil science, and sustainable urban food systems. Students in 2nd - 8th grade and their teachers receive resource materials, curricula, and tools to enhance their understanding of ecosystem services and address the unique challenges of growing food in an urban environment. High School interns are trained in garden instruction and horticultural techniques throughout the spring and then work alongside Learning Gardens staff throughout the summer. The Seasonal Garden Coordinator and Instructor will be responsible for the day-to-day field operations in our main Learning Gardens located in Brownsville, South Jamaica, and the South Bronx. This includes garden maintenance, repairs, coordinating volunteer events, and overseeing the community gardener program. He/she will also implement summertime groups instruction in the gardens at one site. The ideal candidate will be an excellent time manager, able to multitask, very well-organized, and an effective communicator. This is a seasonal, nearly 8-month position reporting to the Associate Director of Environmental Education/Learning Gardens, and will supervise up to 2 summer college employees and up to 15 high school interns. QUALIFICATIONS At least 2 years of garden/farming experience, including some carpentry and building experience At least 2-3 years outdoor educational experience, preferably with high school students Extensive knowledge in horticulture skills including, but not limited to: plant science, companion planting, maintenance, IPM, composting, aquaponics, beekeeping, etc. Excellent oral and written communication skills Organized, attention to detail, multi-tasker, and good time management skills Strong proficiency in Google Drive and Office applications (docs, sheets, slides) A strong interest in teaching culturally relevant gardening lessons and promoting sustainable eating Self-starter who takes initiative Experience with conflict resolution Must have a valid driver's license with willingness to travel throughout NYC alone Ability to lift 40 lbs and perform strenuous outdoor tasks and work in all weather conditions Open availability to work occasional weekends and evenings Bi-lingual in Spanish Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Preferred Associate's or BA/BS degree in related fields, such as Plant Science, Horticulture, Environmental Education, Botany, Soil Science, etc. DESIRED QUALITIES Passionate about using urban green spaces to build community Committed to working towards equity and access to healthy food and environment for all New Yorkers Familiar with and able to grow cultural crops that reflect Brownsville, Brooklyn; South Bronx, Jamaica, Queens, and East New York, Brooklyn communities Positive and energetic disposition The ability to work both independently and as part of a team is essential Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude and consistent follow-through Demonstrated success working with diverse students, especially youth from low-income communities Adaptability and cultural competency needed to work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds in terms of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, class and religion

Job Description The Director, Individual Giving & Special Events will join a 17-person Development and Marketing team, raising approximately $14 million annually from individual donors, foundations and institutions, corporations, special events and government to support our free programs in New York City parks. Reporting to the Chief Marketing and Development Officer, this position will oversee, maintain, and grow a portfolio of approximately $3.4M coming from memberships, individual donor solicitations (focusing on gifts of $10K or more), and multiple special events, and work closely with the Board of Directors and the Executive Director. The Director will be responsible for individual donor and prospect cultivation, stewarding and securing major gifts, developing our individual giving team, oversight of our annual fundraising events (Golf Classic, Tennis Benefit at the U.S. Open, Gala at SummerStage), creating and managing additional cultivation events, and overseeing our SummerStage membership program and cultivation at SummerStage concerts. The Director will supervise a team of four development professionals. COMPENSATION $100,000 - $120,000 per year RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and manage the Individual Giving and Special Events department with four direct reports Develop and manage an individual giving program for all donor levels, with a focus on growing major gifts of $10K or higher Manage all fundraising events, including annual Golf Benefit, Tennis Benefit at the U.S. Open, and Gala at SummerStage, working with relevant consultants and vendors and with fundraising committees. Plan for new event revenue opportunities and any additional cultivation events as needed Oversee the SummerStage membership and Member for a Day program at SummerStage Build out an organization-wide young patrons and/or junior board program Create strategies and support team in prospecting and cultivating relationships with new donors Implement new strategies to improve small donor retention and recurring donors Support Board and Program Committee fundraising, helping program directors and/or Executive Director with strategy development, solicitation support, meeting prep, and relationship cultivation Create and implement an annual fundraising plan and track all goals with regular reporting and evaluation of progress Propose and implement creative communication plans and appeal campaigns, and possess excellent writing and storytelling skills Support staff use of moves management and other stewardship tools effectively, and ensure that donor information is accurate and up to date Collaborate across other development and program teams and work closely with senior staff for cultivation and prospecting Collaborate with the Chief Marketing and Development Officer on all department deliverables Support the Executive Director as necessary QUALIFICATIONS 7 years of successful fundraising experience in building and growing individual giving portfolios and in planning and implementing special events Excellent relationship-building skills, interest in stewarding individual donors to build meaningful and lasting connections and strong understanding of donor protocol and etiquette Experience supervising multiple team members with different donor portfolios Excellent storytelling, written and oral communication skills Experience working directly with senior leadership teams and other key stakeholders Knowledge of fundraising trends and best practices Strong CRM skills (Salesforce preferred) and experience with donor software Ability to work on nights and weekends as needed Active knowledge of NY philanthropic community is preferred Passion for our mission, providing free programs in arts, environmental education, sports and community volunteer work in NYC parks ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations. We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship. Powered by JazzHR LPLag8E9DY

/Title: Seeds to Trees College Internship Salary $20/hour Employment Type: Seasonal Part-time (12-16h/week) City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to offer programs in public parks throughout the five boroughs of New York City. At CPF, we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through sports, arts, community development, and education programs for all New Yorkers. Our programs and community building initiatives -- located in more than 350 parks, recreation centers, and public schools across New York City -- reach 425,000 people each year. We present the largest free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC through SummerStage, presenting artists of the highest quality across multiple disciplines and genres, and marionette puppet theater in all five boroughs with our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and the roving PuppetMobile. Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, supports and champions a growing network of leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of their neighborhood parks. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment with education programs that provide learning experiences through classroom and hands-on activities in parks, urban forests, coastal areas, gardens, and recreation centers. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks reflect thriving communities. POSITION SUMMARY City Parks Foundation seeks up to three college interns to work during the school year within our Seeds to Trees Program. The mission of Seeds to Trees is to educate elementary and middle school students about urban ecology, forest ecology, marine ecology, parks stewardship and conservation using parks as an outdoor classroom. This program blends hands-on classroom sessions and outdoor field experiences in parks or gardens, and offers professional development for partner teachers. The College Intern will assist Seeds to Trees staff to implement the program from early October - late November, starting in the classroom and ending with field experiences. As part of this opportunity, the intern will be guided and instructed in the facilitation and administration of experiential, environmental STEM programs primarily in parks and with at least one opportunity to visit a school classroom. The Seeds to Trees College Intern reports to the Senior Manager, School Partnerships and works closely with the Seeds to Trees Program Manager and part-time Educators. REQUIREMENTS Interns will work with the Seeds to Trees Program Staff to implement our environmental education program in NYC Parks and Schools Internships will begin in October and end in late November Interns will work 12 - 16 hours per week Interns must have availability to work at least 2-3 weekdays between 9am and 3pm Interns will assist with the facilitation of Seeds to Trees activities mostly in the field and sometimes in the classroom Occasionally provide logistical support and complete general administrative duties, such as lesson preparation, living collection care and other related tasks as needed Support the gathering of digital materials and anecdotes for marketing purposes Assist with data collection and recordkeeping Help transport, maintain and store program gear QUALIFICATIONS Enrollment in a Bachelor's Degree in Education, Environmental Education/Science, Environmental Studies, or in a related field Knowledge of/Experience in Environmental Science and Education a plus Commitment to helping middle and elementary school students develop an interest in Environmental Science and NYC Parks through positive attitude and role modeling Desire to learn through working closely with urban, underserved youth Commitment to punctuality and attendance Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential Willingness to work outdoors Only potential candidates will be contacted. No calls, please. ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations. We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship.

Position/Title: Seeds to Trees Environmental Educator; Seasonal, Part-Time (22-28 hrs/week) Salary Range: Competitive City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to offer programs in public parks throughout the ?ve boroughs of New York City. At CPF, we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through sports, arts, community development, and education programs for all New Yorkers. Our programs and community building initiatives -- located in more than 350 parks, recreation centers, and public schools across New York City -- reach 425,000 people each year. We present the largest free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC through SummerStage, presenting artists of the highest quality across multiple disciplines and genres, and marionette puppet theater in all ?ve boroughs with our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and the roving PuppetMobile. Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, supports and champions a growing network of leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of their neighborhood parks. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment with education programs that provide learning experiences through classroom and hands-on activities in parks, urban forests, coastal areas, gardens, and recreation centers. Free golf, tennis, track & ?eld, soccer, and ?tness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks re?ect thriving communities . POSITION SUMMARY For over 20 years, CPF Education has promoted experiential learning in environmental science, connecting kids to parklands as learning laboratories. Through intensive partnerships with schools and community partners, our vision is to foster year-round, long-term engagement of youth from targeted, underserved communities in ?ve program areas: Seeds to Trees, Learning Gardens, Green Girls, Coastal Classroom, and High School Internships. City Parks Foundation seeks a Part-Time Environmental Educator to work during the school year with the Seeds to Trees program. Seeds to Trees focuses on educating elementary and middle school students about urban ecology, forest ecology, marine ecology, parks stewardship, and conservation. This program blends hands-on classroom sessions and outdoor ?eld experiences in parks and offers professional development for partner teachers. The Part-Time Educator would be in charge of implementing established lesson plans in CPFs current curricula as part of the school day and afterschool programs from March-June. This includes sessions in the classroom and outdoors as part of ?eld experiences. The Part-Time Educator reports to the Associate Director of Environmental Education. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Education, Environmental Education/Science, Environmental Studies or equivalent direct experience in environmental science education in non-formal settings A minimum of two years of teaching experience with outdoor and experiential learning desirable Strong experience with elementary school-age students desirable Demonstrated success working with diverse students, especially youth from low-income communities Excellent written and verbal communication as well as problem-solving skills Strong pro?ciency in Google Drive and Of?ce applications (docs, sheets, slides) Willingness to work outdoors in sometimes uncomfortable weather conditions The ability to work both independently and as part of a team is essential. NYS Drivers License and the ability to travel throughout NYC. Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude and consistent follow-through

The Corporate Partnerships Coordinator will join a 16-person Marketing & Development team, raising approximately $15 million annually from individual donors, foundations and institutions, corporate sponsors, and government to support our free programs in New York City parks. Reporting to the Director of Corporate Partnerships and supporting the Manager of Corporate Partnerships, the Coordinator will support a portfolio of approximately $3.5 million in corporate giving. The position will work with corporate partners in all CPF program areas (arts, sports, environmental education, and community building), with a deeper focus on our SummerStage festival and It's My Park corporate volunteer program. The role will also coordinate the day-to-day management of corporate donors, cultivate and increase corporate support, develop proposals and presentations, broaden awareness of corporate opportunities, and develop and activate a cultivation plan to grow corporate partner support for CPF. This position will work closely with executing SummerStage corporate partnerships (approximately 70 events per season), in advance and on-site at events across the city during the festival season, and work closely with the corporate It's My Park portfolio (nearly 150 projects annually) working alongside the program's Volunteer Team. The role will help oversee seasonal staff. COMPENSATION: commensurate with experience and can range from $50,000.00 - 55,000.00 annually RESPONSIBILITIES Assist with the management of CPF's corporate fundraising portfolio of approximately $3.5 million in corporate partners, including tracking and executing all contract benefits, partner relations, and communications Support the Director and Manager of Corporate Partnerships and work with colleagues across CPF to cultivate plans for broader funding opportunities Proactively support team through pitching sponsorships, creating proposals and presentations, securing corporate funders, and client reports Support partner activations at onsite events, assist with sponsor logistics and serve as lead on-site representative for all client activations (including days, nights, and weekends) throughout CPF events across NYC Support donor cultivation and stewardship events to grow the corporate It's My Park volunteer program Support fundraising events as needed Collaborate with the Marketing Department and program teams on tracking and execution of partnerships, activations, and fulfilling client sponsorship benefits Collaborate with the It's My Park Corporate Program Manager and relevant team members on corporate volunteer service projects throughout the city Assist with overseeing summer seasonal staff Prepare and submit timely invoices and acknowledgment letters Use Salesforce database to grow corporate database, track the corporate fundraising portfolio and diligently record all payments Additional fundraising and administrative work as needed QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience working in a combination of sponsorship, marketing, fundraising, project management, and client services required, with an understanding of CSR trends and nonprofit work Proven ability to prioritize and work effectively under deadlines Highly motivated, resilient, flexible, and proactive with a strong desire to collaborate Meticulous attention to detail and process, thoroughness, and focus while managing a high-pressure, fast-paced environment and working under strict deadlines Exceptional research, organizational, oral, and written communications skills Excellent time and project management skills, and ability to work independently Ability to work with diverse constituencies, both internal and external to CPF, NYC Parks, and corporations Interest in learning about and cultivating corporate donors, community engagement, and philanthropic relationships Experience with qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis Ideally passionate about performing arts, culture, sports, environmental education, community building, or some combination Familiarity with Google Suite, Salesforce, or other CRM systems is a plus Willingness to occasionally work outdoors, year-round, but particularly during summer, in sometimes uncomfortable weather conditions Availability to independently travel across the five NYC boroughs and work evenings and weekends as needed ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations. We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship.

Job Description CPF is seeking to hire experienced track & field athletes, coaches or PE teachers to provide free track and field instruction to children in NYC parks. Spring and Fall classes typically take place on weekend mornings from 9am - 12pm beginning in April. Summer classes will take place on weekdays 9am - 12pm in July & August. Instructors will be trained by CPF and will be seasonal employees of the CityParks Play department. Our program sites are throughout NYC, however staff are usually assigned to work in their borough of residence. Compensation: $16.50 - $35 per hour, commensurate with experience (7-14 hours per week) RESPONSIBILITIES Demonstrate basic track & field skills and teach daily lesson plans Organize groups of up to 50 children per class in an orderly and safe manner Monitor distribution and storage of equipment Monitor weekly attendance and maintain accurate records of class participants Answer questions from parents and promote whenever possible to the community REQUIREMENTS High School diploma Experienced players or coaches with knowledge of track & field Ability to work with diverse constituencies, both internal and external to CPF Exceptional communication skills and work-ethic Prior group-teaching experience preferred, preferably with children Willingness and ability to carry and transport sports equipment as needed Applicants will be subject to a background check and SafeSport training WORKING FOR CITY PARKS FOUNDATION City Parks Foundation is a collegial, mission-focused organization that values its employees and encourages professional growth and advancement. ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations. We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship. Powered by JazzHR lWirqSK0lT

City Parks Foundation has offered a series of low-cost USTA sanctioned junior tournaments in NYC parks for 20+ years. We are seeking to hire an experienced tournament director or coach to organize and run our 2025 tournaments. These 2-3 day events will take place at parks throughout all 5 boroughs of NYC from July - September. The tournament director will be a part-time seasonal employee of the CityParks Play Department and report to the Director of Operations. Compensation: $30/hour RESPONSIBILITIES Setup online registration platform through USTA Serve Tennis Serve as primary point of contact for all tournament related communications Be on-site contact for all tournament dates at various citywide park locations May be required to carry equipment to/from sites Monitor registration and coordinate plan for outreach with Associate Director Answer questions from parents and promote whenever possible to the community REQUIREMENTS Previous experience running USTA sanctioned tournaments Knowledge of USTA Serve Tennis or willingness to receive training on Serve Tennis Knowledgeable in USTA Eastern Rules and Regulations General knowledge of tennis rules and etiquette Ability to work with diverse constituencies, both internal and external to CPF Exceptional communication skills and work-ethic Willingness and ability to carry and transport sports equipment as needed Willingness and ability to travel to various park sites Applicants must comply with USTA & CPF background check and SafeSport requirements ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations. We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship. Powered by JazzHR PQgq9bAkQb

Job Description City Parks Education has been offering interdisciplinary environmental education programs in schools and parks since 1992. The Coastal Classroom after-school program focuses on coastal ecology, water quality, urban waterfront restoration and preservation on the NYC waterfront, with sites in Inwood Hill Park in Manhattan, Bushwick Inlet Park in Williamsburg, Kaiser Park in Coney Island and Hallet's Cove Beach, Astoria, Queens. Coastal Classroom will provide after-school programming for up to 20-30 middle school students at each of the 4 locations, using site-specific inquiry-based lessons to stimulate meaningful learning experiences in their own communities. Between mid-October and December, the Coastal Classroom after-school program will engage middle school students in coastal ecology and maritime training, through instruction as well as trips to coastal areas and visits to organizations performing similar work. CPF has developed this fellowship opportunity for ambitious 11th or 12th grade high school students to gain hands-on experience and explore the environmental education sector, while helping to promote stewardship of our waterways and coastal areas. Selected interns will gain valuable work experience, putting their skills to use while expanding their knowledge of the field. COMPENSATION: $16.50 per hour The Coastal Classroom internship is an exciting opportunity. High school students who complete the apprenticeship will: Learn more about coastal ecology Receive training in program facilitation and peer instruction Facilitate activities and provide instruction for groups of upper elementary and middle school-aged peers Earn paid Fall employment Learn valuable skills that will help them in the workplace for years to come Interns will be placed at one of 4 locations: Kaiser Park in Coney Island Inwood Hill Park in Manhattan Bushwick Inlet Park, Williamsburg, Brooklyn Hallet's Cove Beach, Astoria, Queens Internships will begin the third week of October and last 12 weeks, depending on the site Interns will work a total of 2-4 hours per week Interns will earn a minimum hourly wage of $16.50/hour for the fall internship. Responsibilities: Work as team members to assist lead educator, primarily on site Help lead groups of middle school students in developmentally appropriate lessons about marine ecology and/or rowing (rowing at Kaiser Park only) Support lead educator to complete occasional office work, such as assisting in lesson preparation, inventorying and other related tasks as needed Contribute to an ongoing blog for the CPF website and support the gathering of materials and anecdotes for our Facebook page Assist with data collection and recordkeeping. Help maintain, repair and protect boats, tools, and equipment, including waders, nets, buckets, water quality kits and other gear Assist in quick setup and breakdown, including moving heavy equipment (waders, nets, moving cart) and other physically-involved tasks Qualifications: Be enrolled in High School Be at least 16 years old (by Oct. 1, 2025) Demonstrate basic knowledge of coastal ecology Have an interest in working with upper elementary and middle school-aged students Commit to attending the training and internship work schedule Strong interest and basic knowledge of coastal ecology, such as marine ecosystems, marine life, data collection, and data analysis. On-water experience including basic navigational skills Commitment to helping younger students develop an interest in marine ecology Commitment to punctuality and attendance Ability to work independently and as part of a team essential Willingness to develop new skills and “can do” attitude required A desire to work outdoors from October and November Willingness to assist fully with physical aspects of setup and breakdown of the site to the extent of your ability Commitment to Coastal Classroom's mission ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations. We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship. Powered by JazzHR hNsKsxXMHr

The Director, Individual Giving & Special Events will join a 17-person Development and Marketing team, raising approximately $14 million annually from individual donors, foundations and institutions, corporations, special events and government to support our free programs in New York City parks. Reporting to the Chief Marketing and Development Officer, this position will oversee, maintain, and grow a portfolio of approximately $3.4M coming from memberships, individual donor solicitations (focusing on gifts of $10K or more), and multiple special events, and work closely with the Board of Directors and the Executive Director. The Director will be responsible for individual donor and prospect cultivation, stewarding and securing major gifts, developing our individual giving team, oversight of our annual fundraising events (Golf Classic, Tennis Benefit at the U.S. Open, Gala at SummerStage), creating and managing additional cultivation events, and overseeing our SummerStage membership program and cultivation at SummerStage concerts. The Director will supervise a team of four development professionals. COMPENSATION $100,000 - $120,000 per year RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and manage the Individual Giving and Special Events department with four direct reports Develop and manage an individual giving program for all donor levels, with a focus on growing major gifts of $10K or higher Manage all fundraising events, including annual Golf Benefit, Tennis Benefit at the U.S. Open, and Gala at SummerStage, working with relevant consultants and vendors and with fundraising committees. Plan for new event revenue opportunities and any additional cultivation events as needed Oversee the SummerStage membership and Member for a Day program at SummerStage Build out an organization-wide young patrons and/or junior board program Create strategies and support team in prospecting and cultivating relationships with new donors Implement new strategies to improve small donor retention and recurring donors Support Board and Program Committee fundraising, helping program directors and/or Executive Director with strategy development, solicitation support, meeting prep, and relationship cultivation Create and implement an annual fundraising plan and track all goals with regular reporting and evaluation of progress Propose and implement creative communication plans and appeal campaigns, and possess excellent writing and storytelling skills Support staff use of moves management and other stewardship tools effectively, and ensure that donor information is accurate and up to date Collaborate across other development and program teams and work closely with senior staff for cultivation and prospecting Collaborate with the Chief Marketing and Development Officer on all department deliverables Support the Executive Director as necessary QUALIFICATIONS 7 years of successful fundraising experience in building and growing individual giving portfolios and in planning and implementing special events Excellent relationship-building skills, interest in stewarding individual donors to build meaningful and lasting connections and strong understanding of donor protocol and etiquette Experience supervising multiple team members with different donor portfolios Excellent storytelling, written and oral communication skills Experience working directly with senior leadership teams and other key stakeholders Knowledge of fundraising trends and best practices Strong CRM skills (Salesforce preferred) and experience with donor software Ability to work on nights and weekends as needed Active knowledge of NY philanthropic community is preferred Passion for our mission, providing free programs in arts, environmental education, sports and community volunteer work in NYC parks ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations. We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship.

For over 20 years, CPF Education has promoted experiential learning in environmental science, connecting kids to parklands as learning laboratories. Through intensive partnerships with schools and community partners, our vision is to foster year-round, long-term engagement of youth from targeted, underserved communities in five program areas: Seeds to Trees, Learning Gardens, Green Girls, Coastal Classroom, and High School Internships. City Parks Foundation seeks a Part-Time Environmental Educator to work during the school year with the Seeds to Trees program. Seeds to Trees focuses on educating elementary and middle school students about urban ecology, forest ecology, marine ecology, parks stewardship, and conservation. This program blends hands-on classroom sessions and outdoor field experiences in parks and offers professional development for partner teachers. The Part-Time Educator would be in charge of implementing established lesson plans in CPFs current curricula as part of the school day and afterschool programs from October-June. This includes sessions in the classroom and outdoors as part of field experiences. The Part-Time Educator reports to the Associate Director of Environmental Education. Start Date: October 2025 End Date: June 2026 Compensation: $25-28 per hour Employment Type: Seasonal, Part-Time (20-28 hours/week) REQUIREMENTS Provide direct instruction using the Seeds to Trees curriculum in elementary schools for the school day programs spanning October-June with regularly scheduled classes in parks, and school classrooms Contribute to workshops and professional development sessions with Seeds to Trees partners Work with the Associate Director of Environmental Education and other staff to help shape curricula by providing relevant feedback Work with the Associate Director of Environmental Education and other staff to implement program evaluation and student assessment strategies and tools Continually investigate best practices through your own professional development in topics such as child development, environmental studies, and pedagogy Assist in maintaining education department resources including educational gear, and supplies as well as animals in the living collection QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Education, Environmental Education/Science, Environmental Studies or equivalent direct experience in environmental science education in non-formal settings A minimum of two years of teaching experience with outdoor and experiential learning desirable Strong experience with elementary school-age students desirable Demonstrated success working with diverse students, especially youth from low-income communities Excellent written and verbal communication as well as problem-solving skills Strong proficiency in Google Drive and Office applications (docs, sheets, slides) Willingness to work outdoors in sometimes uncomfortable weather conditions Willingness to work a limited number (2-4) of saturdays throughout the school year The ability to work both independently and as part of a team is essential NYS Drivers License and the ability to travel throughout NYC including using the public transit system Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude and consistent follow-through Only potential candidates will be contacted. No calls, please. ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations. We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship.

/Title: STT Colege Internship (12-16h/week) Salary Range: $18/hour City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, nonpro?t organization whose mission is to offer programs in public parks throughout the ?ve boroughs of New York City. At CPF, we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through sports, arts, community development, and education programs for all New Yorkers. Our programs and community building initiatives -- located in more than 350 parks, recreation centers, and public schools across New York City -- reach 425,000 people each year. We present the largest free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC through SummerStage, presenting artists of the highest quality across multiple disciplines and genres, and marionette puppet theater in all ?ve boroughs with our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and the roving PuppetMobile. Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, supports and champions a growing network of leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of their neighborhood parks. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment with education programs that provide learning experiences through classroom and hands-on activities in parks, urban forests, coastal areas, gardens, and recreation centers. Free golf, tennis, track & ?eld, soccer, and ?tness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks re?ect thriving communities . POSITION SUMMARY City Parks Foundation seeks two or three college interns to work during the school year within our Seeds to Trees Program. The mission of Seeds to Trees is to educate elementary and middle school students about urban ecology, forest ecology, marine ecology, parks stewardship and conservation using parks as an outdoor classroom. This program blends hands-on classroom sessions and outdoor ?eld experiences in parks or gardens, and offers professional development for partner teachers. The College Intern will assist Seeds to Trees staff to implement the program from late-April - mid-June, starting in the classroom and ending with ?eld experiences. The Seeds to Trees College Intern reports to the Associate Director of Environmental Education and works closely with Seeds to Trees Program Manager and part-time Educators. QUALIFICATIONS Enrollment in a Bachelor's Degree in Education, Environmental Education/Science, Environmental Studies, or in a related ?eld Knowledge of/Experience in Environmental Science and Education a plus Commitment to helping middle and elementary school students develop an interest in Environmental Science and NYC Parks through positive attitude and role modeling Desire to learn through working closely with urban, underserved youth Commitment to punctuality and attendance Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential Willingness to work outdoors

Job Description For over 20 years, CPF Education has promoted experiential learning in environmental science, connecting kids to parklands as learning laboratories. Through intensive partnerships with schools and community partners, our vision is to foster year-round, long-term engagement of youth from targeted, underserved communities in five program areas: Seeds to Trees, Learning Gardens, Green Girls, Coastal Classroom, and High School Internships. City Parks Foundation seeks a Part-Time Environmental Educator to work during the school year with the Seeds to Trees program. Seeds to Trees focuses on educating elementary and middle school students about urban ecology, forest ecology, marine ecology, parks stewardship, and conservation. This program blends hands-on classroom sessions and outdoor field experiences in parks and offers professional development for partner teachers. The Part-Time Educator would be in charge of implementing established lesson plans in CPFs current curricula as part of the school day and afterschool programs from October-June. This includes sessions in the classroom and outdoors as part of field experiences. The Part-Time Educator reports to the Associate Director of Environmental Education. Start Date: October 2025 End Date: June 2026 Compensation: $25-28 per hour Employment Type: Seasonal, Part-Time (20-28 hours/week) REQUIREMENTS Provide direct instruction using the Seeds to Trees curriculum in elementary schools for the school day programs spanning October-June with regularly scheduled classes in parks, and school classrooms Contribute to workshops and professional development sessions with Seeds to Trees partners Work with the Associate Director of Environmental Education and other staff to help shape curricula by providing relevant feedback Work with the Associate Director of Environmental Education and other staff to implement program evaluation and student assessment strategies and tools Continually investigate best practices through your own professional development in topics such as child development, environmental studies, and pedagogy Assist in maintaining education department resources including educational gear, and supplies as well as animals in the living collection QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Education, Environmental Education/Science, Environmental Studies or equivalent direct experience in environmental science education in non-formal settings A minimum of two years of teaching experience with outdoor and experiential learning desirable Strong experience with elementary school-age students desirable Demonstrated success working with diverse students, especially youth from low-income communities Excellent written and verbal communication as well as problem-solving skills Strong proficiency in Google Drive and Office applications (docs, sheets, slides) Willingness to work outdoors in sometimes uncomfortable weather conditions Willingness to work a limited number (2-4) of saturdays throughout the school year The ability to work both independently and as part of a team is essential NYS Drivers License and the ability to travel throughout NYC including using the public transit system Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude and consistent follow-through Only potential candidates will be contacted. No calls, please. ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities. Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations. We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City. We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens. Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship. Powered by JazzHR gS7T3pWiA0