Position Information

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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitlePark Worker 3 (Hempstead Lake State Park)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade09

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $46641 to $56413 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. The specific schedule for this position will be discussed during the interview.

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 12 AM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Nassau

Street Address Hempstead Lake State Park

City West Hempstead

StateNY

Zip Code11552

Job Specifics

Duties Description Under the supervision of higher-level personnel, the Park Worker 3’s duties include, but are not limited to:
• Support the operations, activities, events, programs, and maintenance at assigned facility and all other duties assigned.
• Prepares a wide assortment of reports, such as vehicle use forms, work orders, fuel reports, fire extinguishers, exit signs, emergency lights, inventory, and correspondence.
• Assists cashiering tolls, office, and carousel areas.
• Performing maintenance activities including mowing, refuse removal, cleaning structures, painting, maintenance of equipment, snow and ice removal, operation of power saws and other self-propelled equipment, minor carpentry, masonry, plumbing or electrical repairs, routine, semi-skilled light maintenance,
• Assist in inspections of the park for safety hazards, correct problems where possible, and make recommendations to the supervisor for appropriate skilled trades assistance when needed
• Acts as shift supervisor for assigned area, and directs/coordinates staff in the performance of daily activities. Will also be responsible for providing training in the proper use of hand tools, vehicles, equipment, and other items necessary.
• Operate light trucks, snowplows, passenger vehicles, tractors, UTVS and other equipment as required
• Use and maintain small lawn/garden equipment and small hand tools, loads, moves, carries, or unloads materials of varying weights and sizes as necessary
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications One year of experience* in the operation and / or maintenance of a park, historic site, golf course, or recreational facility.

In addition to operations and maintenance, the following types of experience are also qualifying: law enforcement or security, firefighting, environmental education, environmental stewardship, natural resource management, forest management, wildlife management or preservation, or historic preservation or interpretation; OR

One year of military service in any of the military branches; OR

An Associate’s or higher-level degree, or 60 credit hours of college level coursework; OR

Completion of an appropriate two-year technical / trades school program or two years' experience as a trades assistant under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson.

Reassignment Qualifications:
Current NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Employees only, with at least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Park Worker 3.

Additional Comments OPERATIONAL 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 operate a chainsaw, maintain CPR/FA/AED certification, OR will need to complete as soon as the appropriate training is offered in the Region as a term and condition of employment.
• Must have the ability to follow directions and communicate with staff, public, and respond to patrons' concerns or complaints in an effective and positive manner.
• This position will require weekends, holidays, various shifts, and special events to provide effective operational coverage

SALARY INFORMATION:
The listed hiring rate combines the statutory hiring rate for CSEA Grade 9 ($42,641) with Location Pay ($4,000). Similarly, the posted job rate is a combination of the statutory job rate ($52,413) with the Location Pay ($4,000).

BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off:
• CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
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

Learn more about our benefits for permanent state employees, 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 Personnel Office

Telephone

Fax

Email Address longisland.employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

City West Babylon

State NY

Zip Code 11704

 

Notes on ApplyingResumes can be submitted by email to: LongIsland.employment@parks.ny.gov

Please use the email subject line: Park Worker 3 - VID216733
Failure to do so may result in a delay of processing your application.

It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. Failure to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications and operating needs may result in your resume not being considered for this position.

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.

Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service and ensuring equal access to opportunities. OPRHP encourages people with disabilities to apply. If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Equal Opportunity Unit at ReasonableAccommodation@parks.ny.gov or (518) 486-7754.

Please be advised that New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation does not use E-Verify and does not offer sponsorship for employment visas statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEP OPT). Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position.