Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitlePark Recreation Activities Specialist - Riverbank State Park
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $44281 to $53654 Annually
"Other" Explanation Daytime, weekend, holiday, and evening work is required.
Workday
Minimum Qualifications Two years of experience in an organized recreation program, six months of which must have been supervisory.
Duties Description Under the supervision of higher-level park management in the Athletics Department, the Park Recreation Activities Specialist: plans, conducts, and evaluates recreation programs and events; organizes recreational programs by determining community recreation needs, meeting with users and potential participants, evaluating public participation and comments, and recommending new and revised programs; photographs events for publicity and records; coordinates programs for schools and community organizations; coordinates the usage of facilities and equipment for regular programs and special events; assists community organizations in planning, scheduling, and conducting events; organizes and leads special programs; i.e. Cultural programs, basketball, baseball, volleyball, creative arts workshops, and instructional programs; assists in determining program and equipment needs by evaluating condition and usage of equipment and facilities and obtaining information about the potential interest and participation in programs; assists in supervising seasonal staff and volunteers by monitoring time and attendance, evaluating performance, and scheduling staff; prepares reports, records, and publicity materials; and prepares and maintains event schedules. The incumbent will work closely with volunteers, the community, and vendors to assure NYS Parks’ mission is always met.
Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Candidates must possess and maintain a valid NYS driver’s license as a term and condition of employment.
• Demonstrate knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Daytime, weekend, holiday, and evening work is required.
• Be courteous, social, and able to interact with patrons of various ages.
• The selected candidate will be expected to and may occasionally support work assignments in other State Parks throughout the New York City Region
SALARY: $41,255 – $50,628 + $3,026 Annual Location Pay
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
163 West 125th Street – 17th Floor
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION PROCEDURE:
If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and Agency operating needs and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, please submit a resume, an employment application and a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the stated minimum qualifications. The employment application (Part 1 - Pre-Interview Form #S1000) can be downloaded from the website of NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1NYC.pdf
Please forward these three required items to Anastasia Chomanczuk, Administrative Officer, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, 163 West 125th Street – 17th Floor, New York, New York 10027. It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply.
Application packages can also be submitted by email to nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov You must include “Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park- PARK RECREATION ACTIVITY SPECIALIST” in the title of your e-mail for consideration.
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