Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitlePark Manager 2 (NY HELPS) Mine Kill State Park

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary Grade21

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $78126 to $99056 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Tuesday-Saturday but may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7:30 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Schoharie

Street Address Mine Kill State Park

161 Mine Kill State Park

City North Blenheim

StateNY

Zip Code12131

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Park Manager 2, SG 21, will serve as the first in command for Mine Kill State Park, Max V. Shaul State Park and the John Burroughs Memorial State Historic Site. Reporting to the Assistant Regional Director, the Park Manager 2 will oversee all facility operations, budgeting, maintenance, and programming. Job duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain partnership with New York Power Authority (NYPA) by attending quarterly meetings, managing communications and coordinating with various NYPA departments.
• Maintain partnership with Woodchuck Lodge for John Burroughs Memorial SHS.
• Oversee the operation of the 3 swimming pools located within the park in a safe and professional manner
• Delegate and ensure continuity of park programming and events for three (3) facilities and Visitor Center in partnership with NYPA.
• Develop operating budgets and track expenses for MKSP and Max V. Shaul SP and coordinate expense reimbursements with Finance Bureau pursuant to NYPA operating agreement.
• Oversee hiring and supervision of staff on all levels, resolve conflicts, counsel employees, complete performance evaluations, ensure mandatory training is completed.
• Coordinate swim lessons, swim meets and other swim programs for the community and local recreation groups.
• Hire and supervise lifeguards and swim instructors in coordination with Regional Water Safety Coordinator.
• Oversee water operations for Mine Kill and Max V Shaul as a Grade C Warter Operator
• Facilitate routine inspections from NYPA, State Fire, Regional Safety, and OPRHP Codes Compliance.
• Operate Park vehicles and equipment including dump trucks, tractors, snowplows, and mowers.
• Continue to implement the “2017 Interim Planning Assessment” for MKSP, Max V Shaul SP and John Burroughs SHS.
• Update Emergency Action Plans and outreach to local law enforcement and emergency personnel.
• Supervise year-round employees and seasonal staff.
• Responsible for maintaining annual service contracts and initiating new service contracts when conditions permit.
• Serve as the Sustainability Coordinator for the Saratoga/Capital District Region.
• Serve on the Health and Safety Committee.

Minimum Qualifications NY HELPS or 55-b/c Qualifications:
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).**

To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:

Either A. seven years of experience working in a park, recreational facility, or campus* including two years of managerial experience;**

Or B. a bachelor's or higher level degree in environmental education, environmental management, environmental policy, environmental sustainability, forestry, golf course management, historic preservation, horticulture, natural resources management, park administration, park management or recreation management AND three years of experience working within a park, recreational facility, or campus* including two years of managerial experience.**

*For the purposes of this examination, a park, recreational facility, or campus is defined as a location that offers at least three of the following elements: athletic facilities, skating rink, campgrounds, golf courses, hiking trails, historic structures, marinas, picnic areas, playgrounds, recreation programs, swimming facilities or education, environmental or interpretive programming. You must clearly list this information on your application.
**Managerial experience is defined as directing or administering at least three of the following functional areas within a park, recreational facility, or campus: administration (business, personnel, finance); environmental education/interpretation; maintenance; planning; programming; or public relations/visitor services. Your application must clearly describe your managerial experience in three functional areas.

If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

55-b/c Information:
Current permanent non-competitive state employees certified eligible for the 55-b/c program under the Governor's Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55-b/c of the Civil Service Law will also be considered. To be considered, you must provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response and meet the minimum qualifications listed above.

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

Eligible List Qualifications:
Currently reachable on the Park Manager 2 eligible lists.

Reassignment Qualifications:
You must be a current New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) employee with one year of permanent, competitive, or 55-b/55-c service as a Park Manager 2, SG-21.

52.6 Transfer Qualifications:
One year of permanent, contingent permanent, or 55 B/C service in a title eligible for transfer.

For transfers, a list of approved titles is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.

52.7 Non-Competitive Promotion (NCP) Qualifications:

As required by the New York State Department of Civil Service, we are posting for this position to determine if there are any qualified OPRHP employees interested in a permanent appointment to the position. To be eligible for NCP, candidates must be in the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation promotion field and have at least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Park Manager 1. If 3 or fewer qualified NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation eligible promotional employees respond to this posting, Civil Service may approve the permanent appointment of one of the qualified employees without further examination.

Nominations for promotion by non-competitive examination will not be approved if the nominee failed the two most recent examinations for promotion to the title for which they are nominated.

Non-competitive refers to not competing in an examination; the appointment will be competitive.

Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:
• 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.
• Must become a Certified Pool Operator prior to pool opening.
• Must obtain ICS training levels 100,200, and 700 (NIMS) within 1 year.
• Must be willing to keep current on all mandated safety trainings including First Aid and CPR/AED.
• Must possess excellent communication skills for employee and customer/visitor relations.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work with several partner organizations.
• Must understand the agencies sustainability programs and be able to assist the region in meeting the Agency's prescribed goals.
• Must be proficient with MS Outlook, Word and Excel. Experience with Statewide Financial System, Asset Management System, Attendance and Revenue programs.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
As a condition of employment, the individual selected for this position will be required to reside in state housing which is provided.


BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:

Paid Time Off:
• M/C: 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• M/C: Eligible for unlimited days of professional leave to participate in professional development, but at the supervisor’s discretion.

Health Care Benefits:
Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.

Additional Benefits:
New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
NYS Deferred Compensation
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Paid Parental Leave

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx.

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

How to Apply

Name David Guest

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Saratoga.Employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street Saratoga Spa State Park

19 Roosevelt Dr

City Saratoga Springs

State NY

Zip Code 12866

 

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 at https://parks.ny.gov/employment

Please submit your resume and Employment Application via email to: Saratoga.Employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “Park Manager 2 - Mine Kill” or mail to:

Saratoga Spa State Park
Attn: David Guest
19 Roosevelt Drive
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.

New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.