Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleParks and Recreation Aide 6 - Trails Specialist
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $22.54 to $22.54 Hourly
Duties Description The Trails Specialist is a full-time, year-round, long term seasonal position that will assist with trail project planning and implementation at Mine Kill State Park. The intent of this position is to help NYS Parks to fulfill goals for trail construction and maintenance as previously identified in strategic planning documents. This will be a multi-year endeavor, with year one primarily focused on design and planning. Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Coordination with the Saratoga-Capital District Regional Trails Manager and the Mine Kill State Park Manager on the development of new trails and trails maintenance projects at Mine Kill State Park.
• Trail project planning including review of strategic plans, field surveys, and information gathering for SEQR reviews.
• Servicing and inventorying trail operation tools, gear and equipment.
• Procurement of tools, equipment and materials necessary for trail projects.
• Assisting with the development of position descriptions and hiring for a trail crew to implement trail projects.
• Creating emergency response plans and job hazard assessments for project sites and for planned trail work activities.
• Performing trail building and maintenance activities including but not limited to technical rock work, signage installation, tread and drainage improvements, and carpentry.
• Performing public outreach centered around trails and land stewardship; answer questions from the public.
• Assist in all phases of park operations, assisting park visitors, safety and security, and park events as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications for this title per Civil Service.
See additional comments for operational needs.
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.
• Ability to work with MS Excel, Power Point, and Word. ArcGIS experience is a plus.
• Ability to work outdoors year round.
• Ability to perform medium physical labor.
• Effective communication skills.
• Must be willing to keep current on all mandated safety trainings, including First Aid and CPR/AED.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• At least one year of experience performing trail work that includes new sustainable trail construction, trail tread and drainage improvements, trail corridor maintenance, and signage installation
• At least one year of experience using hand tools, power tools, and performing/troubleshooting basic tool maintenance
• Experience with leadership, communication, project management and problem-solving
• Experience with field maps data collection and trail map orientating
• A degree in Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, Forestry Management, Environmental Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, Recreation Management, or similar field
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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address Christopher.Kenyon@parks.ny.gov
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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 at https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Saratoga.pdf
Please forward your application and resume to Christopher Kenyon at Christopher.Kenyon@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “PRA 6 – Trails Specialist”. If you have any questions concerning the position, please email.
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.
All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply. It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
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. We provide reasonable and religious accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to the Equal Opportunity Unit at ReasonableAccommodation@parks.ny.gov or (518) 486-7754.
All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.