Administration & Human Resources
Permit Coordinator
$34.41 an hour
Posted until September 29, 2026 · posted September 15, 2026
Requirements
Diploma + experience
Exam
Non-competitive title
A job title where a competitive exam is not practical, so the agency checks that your qualifications meet the standard instead. You apply directly. On our job pages this shows as "No exam for this title".
Overtime added $2,168 on average that year, and it isn't guaranteed. Base salary of active employees paid a yearly rate, fiscal year 2025 (July 2024 to June 2025). Source: NYC's payroll data
Check yourself
What they actually ask for.
High school diploma plus experience
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
- High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
- Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
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The work
What the job is.
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Seasonal or temporary
“An opportunity exists for a seasonal position in the Parks Permit Office.”
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NYC Parks is the steward of more than 30,000 acres of land — 14 percent of New York City — including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens and Greenstreets.
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We operate more than 800 athletic fields and nearly 1,000 playgrounds, 1,800 basketball courts, 550 tennis courts, 66 public pools, 52 recreational facilities, 15 nature centers, 14 golf courses and 14 miles of beaches. We care for 1,200 monuments and 23 historic house museums.
We look after 660,000 street trees and five million more in parks. We are New York City's principal providers of recreational and athletic facilities and programs. We are home to free concerts, world-class sports events and cultural festivals.
An opportunity exists for a seasonal position in the Parks Permit Office. Located in the Arsenal, the Permit Office has a fast-paced, yet friendly environment.
Employees who work for 6 months or longer are eligible for healthcare benefits.
Perks: Seasonal employees earn sick and annual leave. All employees receive free membership to our recreation centers.
Major Responsibilities
- Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform very responsible work in the coordination of the Permit Office.
- Collect and track revenue on spreadsheets.
- Scan checks and make bank deposits.
- Process tennis permits and street tree payments.
- Order and sell merchandise for our Parks Store.
- Interact with the public.
- Help monitor, track and schedule online tennis reservations for the public.
Duration: 9 months
How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 800284.
*Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.
For more information or require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, email [email protected].
City Employees: Include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.
Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee of $68.00. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $104.50 background check fee.
References will be required upon request. We appreciate the interest of all applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.
nyc.gov/parks
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Skills they'd like
- Excellent organizational, communication and customer service skills.
- Comfortable with collecting and handling cash receivables or its equivalent.
- Ability to create, analyze and track spreadsheets.
Before you apply
The fine print.
Where you have to live
Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required for all other candidates within 90 days of hire.
Sources
Straight from the city.
Updated every day from the city's job data (last city update September 21, 2026). You apply through the official posting.
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