Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleParks and Recreation Aide 2
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $16.61 to $17.15 Hourly
"Other" Explanation Schedule may vary. <br />Weekends and some holiday required.
Workday
Minimum Qualifications No Minimum Qualifications per Civil Service.
See Additional Comments for operating needs.
Duties Description This position reports to the facility manager or supervisor and is a critical team member who contributes to keeping the historic buildings and the historic landscape at Clermont and Olana State Historic Sites in good, well-maintained condition. Under the supervision of the Park Supervisor, the Park and Recreation Aide 2 will:
• Maintain the restored historic landscape (mowing, plowing, weeding, repairing/maintaining roads conditions, etc.)
• Preserve a variety of historic buildings (basic painting/plumbing, repairs, garbage/recycling collection, cleaning bathrooms, etc.) to ensure maximized and safe public enjoyment and appreciation of the Historic Site, its historic structures, art, furnishings, and scenic landscape.
Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to perform light to medium physical labor.
• Previous experience performing facility cleaning and operations work (in a park type setting or related field) is highly preferred.
• 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 participate in and complete training programs as instructed.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and with park patrons.
• Must have the ability to read and comprehend written material.
BENEFITS:
There are various benefits that a seasonal employee may be entitled to, based on their negotiating unit and tenure with New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation:
· Vacation, Holiday, Sick, and Personal Leave
· Retirement Plan
· Paid Parental Leave
· Payroll Deduction Savings Plans and Tuition Assistance Programs
Learn more about our benefits for seasonal employees, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address Tim.Dodge@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Olana & Clermont State Historic Sites
Germantown and Hudson, NY
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION PROCEDURE:
It is the responsibility of applicants to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
If are interested in being considered for this position, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters, or download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Taconic.pdf.
Please forward your application and resume, if available, to taconic.employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “PRA 2 – Clermont & Olana Maintenance”. Any questions concerning the position, please contact us via email above or contact Timothy Dodge at Tim.Dodge@parks.ny.gov. All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply.