Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleParks and Recreation Aide 5 (Stewardship Technician)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $20.45 to $20.45 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 75%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Variable. Seasonal 40 hours/ week, with some flexibility in schedule

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Dutchess

Street Address 9 Old Post Rd

City Staatsburg

StateNY

Zip Code12580

Job Specifics

Duties Description The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is seeking two Stewardship Technicians to work in the Taconic Region, which covers the State Parks in Columbia, Duchess, Putnam, and Westchester counties. The technicians will work closely with regional and statewide stewardship staff to meet stewardship goals. The work will focus largely on conducting the field work on projects that involve the protection of rare, threatened, and endangered species and natural communities on State Park lands and historic sites throughout the region. At times, this position will require hiking long distances, as well as working on uneven and steep terrain and in inclement weather. There will be some evening/night and weekend work required for Blanding’s turtle nest monitoring.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support regional stewardship staff in planning and implementing on-the-ground projects (primarily invasive species and habitat restoration projects) to meet regional goals.
• Survey, manage, and monitor invasive species in the field (aquatic and terrestrial plants, forest pests/pathogens).
• Collect and manage field data using standardized methods (Survey123, ArcGIS Field Maps, GIS).
• Maintain project information and reports in statewide databases (DESP, AGOL, iMap).
• Provide guidance and support to Facility Management, field staff, and volunteers (ECC, SCA, partners, etc.).
• Assist with other field-based stewardship projects (e.g., Blanding’s turtle work, coverboards, water quality).
• Other duties to be determined by senior regional stewardship staff.

Minimum Qualifications NO MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS TITLE PER CIVIL SERVICE.

Additional Comments PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Skills/Abilities:
• The candidate must be available to work a variable schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Have one season or more of experience with invasive species identification and control methods.
• Ability to communicate in writing and to read and comprehend written material.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons and professionally represent the agency.
• Experience creating and editing maps, shapefiles, ecological methods using ArcGIS Desktop or ArcGIS Online.
• Experience collecting data using mobile applications.
• Experience using and maintaining hand tools and outdoor power equipment.


The ideal candidate possesses the following qualifications:
• Backcountry orienteering and Leave No Trace experience.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• A degree or experience in forestry, environmental studies, ecology, natural resources management, or a relevant discipline.
• Excellent organizational skills in a field setting.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude while performing light to heavy physical labor in a variety of field conditions and demonstrating safe working practices.
• Strong interest in and commitment to environmental stewardship and team-oriented approach to solving environmental challenges.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Rebecca Ferry

Telephone (845) 889-3848

Fax

Email Address Rebecca.Ferry@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation- Attn: Rebecca Ferry

9 Old Post Rd

City Staatsburg

State NY

Zip Code 12580

 

Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency’s operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation by visiting the website.
Please email your application, resume and three professional references with the subject line “Stewardship Technician” to Rebecca Ferry at Rebecca.Ferry@parks.ny.gov or call (845) 889-3848 for additional information. Additionally, you can mail you application and resume to NYS Parks, 9 Old Post Rd, Staatsburg, NY 12580, Attn: Rebecca Ferry. Applications by mail must be received by 5/21/2025 in order to be considered.
All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
*Positions will begin late May/early June 2025 and last approximately 16 weeks.