Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitlePark and Recreation Aide 4 - Environmental Education and Resiliency Center - Long Island
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $19.04 to $19.04 Hourly
"Other" Explanation April to November, Weekends, Holidays, Evenings
Workday
Duties Description Hempstead Lake State Park Environmental Education and Resiliency Center is an environmental education facility at Field 1 in Hempstead Lake State Park. Under the general direction and supervision of the Environmental Education personnel and Park Managers, the incumbent of this position will be engaged in the performance and coordination of the following duties:
• Teach environmental education programs for age groups ranging from Pre-K through adult. Operate audio-visual equipment (i.e., laptop and Smartboard) during educational programming and community presentations.
• Assist in the planning and organization of quarterly program schedules for the public. Coordinate and schedule public and private education programs.
• Create environmental education program materials using many different computer programs. Maintain database information. Create quarterly program brochure.
• Create outreach and marketing content for social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram).
• Engage with local community, schools, and special interest groups.
• Record attendance for programs, festivals, and volunteer events.
• Care and maintenance of exhibit animals: ensure all housing is kept clean and that the requirements necessary for the health of the animals are met. Handling of animals will be required, including turtles and aquarium maintenance
• Basic maintenance of buildings & grounds including, but not limited to, litter control, grounds upkeep and landscaping, snow and ice control, restroom facilities (restock), and other tasks and/or activities as described. Maintain butterfly garden, composting, and other gardens.
• Assist with revenue and prepare reports as required.
• Assist Park patrons with questions, resolve complaints, and assist patrons with emergencies or situations requiring First Aid.
• Provide reception support at the Center’s front desk when needed, including greeting visitors, answering questions from the public, and answering phones. Assist with administrative tasks for the park office as needed and all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.
Preferred qualifications:
• Pursuing BA or BS in Biology or Environmental Science or relative experience including teaching.
• Teaching experience.
Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must possess 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.
• Ability to work with MS Excel, Power Point, Word, Access and Adobe Express
• Ability to speak in front of groups; ability to care for small animals
• The appointee will be expected to work weekends, various shifts, holidays, and special events as required to provide operational coverage.
BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage as well as the opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time and service requirements has been met.
To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
This position may require a background check and/or medical exam prior to appointment.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address longisland.employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Long Island Regional Headquarters
625 Belmont Ave.
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 https://parks.ny.gov/regions/long-island/default.aspx.
Applications can be submitted by email to: LongIsland.employment@parks.ny.gov
Please use the email subject line: PRA4 - Hempstead - 214308
Failure to do so may result in a delay of processing your application.
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.