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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 08/11/25

Applications Due08/25/25

Vacancy ID195170

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitlePark & Recreation Aide 6 – Front Desk

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $21.57 to $21.57 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address Peebles Island State Park

1 Delaware Avenue North

City Cohoes

StateNY

Zip Code12047

Duties Description Under the direction of the Administrative Assistant II, SG-15, the employee will be responsible for general office and receptionist duties.

1. Employee will be responsible for the reception area -
a. Greeting staff and assisting visitors with information regarding park facilities and use
b. Answering and directing phone calls
c. Contacting FedEx, UPS, etc. for pick ups
d. Sorting incoming mail, receiving and recording packages

2. Employee will assist with various projects including but not limited to:
a. Mass mailings
b. Arranging mail room pick up
c. Keeping the supply area for the first floor in order and fully stocked
d. Filing (both paper and electronic)

Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications per civil service

Additional Comments 1. Applicant must have the ability to effectively communicate with members of the public, callers, fellow staff, and park patrons.
2. Applicant must be detailed oriented.
3. Applicant must be able to work independently as well as others.
4. This position does not offer telecommuting or compressed workweek options.

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

Name Michelle Wiegert

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Michelle.Wiegert@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street Peebles Island State Park

1 Delaware Avenue North

City Cohoes

State NY

Zip Code 12047

 

Notes on Applying1. The employment application (Part 1 Pre-Interview Form #S100) can be downloaded from the website of NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1.pdf

2. To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and employment application to Michelle Wiegert at Michelle.Wiegert@parks.ny.gov.

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