Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitlePark & Recreation Specialist 2 (Energy Bureau)

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $28.76 to $28.76 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

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? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12207

Job Specifics

Duties Description Under the supervision of the Director of the Energy Bureau at the Main Office, the selected candidate’s duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Collecting, analyzing, and summarizing energy-related data;
• Interpreting and reporting findings on current or proposed renewable energy programs, policies, and legislation;
• Assisting in the organization, maintenance, and updating of electronic information and documentation for energy-related projects;
• Assisting in the tracking and management of energy-related projects through all phases necessary to plan, develop, and construct;
• Communicating effectively with engineers, staff and executives, consultants, vendors, and utility providers on specific energy-related projects and OPRHP’s energy programs as a whole;
• Assisting in the development and gathering of documentation for submitting interconnection applications to utilities for new renewable energy projects, as outlined in the NYS Standardized Interconnection Requirements (SIR); and
• Developing reports on project metrics, goals, and progress towards meeting the State’s goal of offsetting 100% of its electric use with renewables by 2030 as stated in the 2023 State of the State and Executive Order 22.

Minimum Qualifications Two years of experience in maintenance, construction, landscaping, business operations, park operations, or in an organized recreation program.

Additional Comments PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Associate’s degree and/or experience in an energy-related field (e.g., solar, EV charging, energy efficiency, building electrification, sustainability) is preferred but not required.
• Experience with project management and ability to work independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to communicate effectively and in a positive manner with others.

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.
• Must be able to travel if needed.

BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employees’ 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 have been met.

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

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

How to Apply

Name Diane Bertok

Telephone

Fax

Email Address employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12207

 

Notes on ApplyingIf you are interested in this vacancy, please forward your resume to Diane Bertok at diane.bertok@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “Park Rec Spec 2”. If you have any questions concerning the position, please contact Human Resources at employment@parks.ny.gov.

All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply. It is the responsibility of the applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.