Summer 2010 Jobs Available For New York City Youth On Roosevelt Island - How Does Economy Effect Roosevelt Island Teens?

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I noticed a Craigslist ad offering Summer jobs opportunities for New York City youth with the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp. (RIOC) and asked RIOC President Steve Shane if the ad was accurate. Mr. Shane replied:

As we have every year, in conjunction with the Youth Center, we try to hire "seasonals" to perform some of the outdoors type tasks (mowing, trash collection, etc.) which expand during the summer. Fill in for vacation time, etc., without expansion of the permanent unionized cadre. A way to give young people some entry into the temporary work force. I will refer you to Claudia Mcdade who administers the program for any further specifics. I've seen a whole boatload of young people here for interviews, mostly freshly scrubbed and reasonably properly dressed.

The jobs pay $15 per hour. From Craigslist:

The Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) has summer job opportunities for NYC youth. The minimum age is 18 years, and applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Positions will run from May 24th through September 6th, 2010.

Perfect for recent high school grads or college students!

The Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation is a New York State Agency responisble for the development, maintenance and safety of Roosevelt Island, NY. Located in the East River between Manhattan and Queens counties, Roosevelt Island is a vibrant community with residential and commercial properties, a transportation
system, various parks and community areas.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE:

Grounds Keepers:

Landscaping, maintenance and upkeep of all RIOC outdoor properties, sports fields and tennis courts. Job entails: lawn maintenance, tree pruning, graffiti removal, trash collection/removal, and street cleaning.
Prior Landcaping or gardening exp. A Plus!

Maintenance/Facilties:

Mainternance and upkeep of all RIOC properties, roads, offices and indoor sports facility. Job entails: General Laborer/construction work, light carpentry, concrete/mason work/painting/road repair. Basic knowledge of tools and handywork a MUST. Prior construction of Laborer exp. a Plus!

These positions offer an excellent opportunity to work outside in one of NYC's most beautiful settings.

Please e-mail resume to HRStaffing@rioc.com. Applicants should indicate position of interest.

Roosevelt Island youth over the age of 18 - Hurry up and get those resumes to RIOC if you are looking for a summer job.