Job Openings
The Trust for Governors Island:
Director of Climate Programs
The Trust for Governors Island is seeking a Director of Climate Programs to lead the Living Laboratory at the Center for Climate Solutions on Governors Island. The Living Laboratory is a new initiative dedicated to utilizing Governors Island’s physical space and public platform to advance public education and awareness of climate change and its impacts, support advocacy and policy work happening in the City with a particular focus on environmental justice and demonstrate innovative and equitable climate solution-making.
Facilities Project Manager
The Trust for Governors Island is seeking a Facilities Project Manager to support the overall mission, goals and strategic initiatives of the department. The Project Manager will be responsible for procurement and oversight of an array of projects within the Facilities department.
Seasonal Custodian
The Trust for Governors Island seeks a full-time, seasonal Custodian. This is a 6‑month position (from May-October). The Custodian will work with a diverse team to achieve the highest standards of cleanliness in buildings and public restrooms on the Island.
Seasonal Gardener
The Trust for Governors Island seeks a full-time, seasonal Gardener. The Seasonal Gardener works to care for and maintain the gardens and landscapes on Governors Island and is responsible for all aspects of monitoring and caring for the diverse gardens within the park and the Island’s historic district.
Seasonal Groundskeeper
The Trust for Governors Island seeks a full-time, seasonal Groundskeeper. This is a 6‑month position (from May-October). The Groundskeeper is responsible for providing daily hands-on work that contributes to keeping the Island, its open spaces and its structures in a clean and safe condition for all Island visitors.
National Park Service, Governors Island National Monument:
Park Guide (full-time, permanent)
The National Park Service is hiring Park Guide positions at Manhattan sites, including Governors Island National Monument. Work involves giving talks, interpreting natural and historic features, answering questions, guiding tours, fee collection, and providing miscellaneous services to visitors located in Manhattan Sites. Applications will be accepted through May 2, 2022.
Park Ranger (full-time, permanent)
The National Park Service is hiring Park Ranger positions at Manhattan sites, including the Governors Island National Monument. These positions are located in Manhattan Sites, in one of the nine individually legislated units. The work involves presenting a complete and highly varied suite of structured programs (e.g., talks, tours, presentations, etc.) and providing related services to visitors.
Friends of Governors Island:
Development Operations Coordinator (full-time, permanent)
The Friends of Governors Island seeks a highly motivated Development Operations Coordinator. This
position is ideal for an ambitious professional looking to expand their knowledge of all facets of nonprofit operations alongside a small, dedicated team. The Development Operations Coordinator will support the Development Department in its fundraising efforts by managing our donor database, facilitating board relations and donor cultivation, and coordinating meetings and special events.
Corporate Relations and Events Manager (full-time, permanent)
The Friends of Governors Island seeks a full-time Corporate Relations and Events Manager to plan, manage, and execute corporate events on Governors Island. This is a full time position. If you love the outdoors, are a people person who loves public speaking, and are a rock-star event planner, this is the job for you!
Corporate Events Associate (full-time, seasonal)
The Friends of Governors Island seeks a full-time, seasonal Corporate Events Associate to assist with planning and coordination of corporate events on Governors Island. If you love the outdoors, are a people person who loves public speaking, and are a rock-star event planner, this is the job for you!