PEP Captain

PEP Captain

Department of Parks & Recreation

Location: NYC-ALL BOROS

Salary: $62,868.00 – $97,593.00

Job Description

Only open to current full-time annually paid Parks employees. Major Responsibilities include: supervision, planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of community development programs. Oversee Parks Enforcement Patrol (PEP) operations of a borough, beach or a specialized command. Set priorities, establish assignments and deploy officers. Plan, implement, coordinate and monitor special community events. Make recommendations on policies and procedures. Provide authoritative interpretation of complex problems. Prepare monthly statistical reports. Review all paperwork to ensure accuracy and completeness. Evaluate sergeants and oversee the evaluation of all officers. Conduct periodic uniform, field and vehicle inspections. Attend borough meetings and work closely with Borough Commissioner, Chief of Operations and Chief of Recreation. Maintain good working relationships with the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and other city agencies. Meet with local politicians and community groups.

Minimum Qualifications

1. 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 2. 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 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

1. Qualify for Special Patrolman and Peace Officer status. 2. Prior supervisory experience. 3. Understanding of Parks and Urban Park Service policies. 4. Ability to multi-task and generate internal and public reports. 5. Experience in event planning and crowd control. 6. Valid New York State driver license.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website.

Residency Requirement

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 within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic.