Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 03/05/26
Applications Due: 03/19/26
Vacancy ID: 210931
Position Information
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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleParks and Recreation Aide 5 - Rockland Lake State Park Office
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Salary GradeHourly
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $20.45 to $20.45 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Labor Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation April – November; 40 hrs/week including weekends and holidays
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 12 AM
To 11:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Rockland
Street Address Rockland Lake State Park
299 Rockland Lake Rd.
City Valley Cottage
StateNY
Zip Code10989
Job Specifics
Duties Description Under the direction of the Park Supervisor 1, SG-11 or designee at Rockland Lake State Park, the selected candidate’s duties will include, but not be limited to:
• Greet visitors, answers phones and/or radio transmissions; provide information as appropriate.
• Track and coordinate assignment and work self-sufficiently to resolve competing priorities.
• Operate office equipment such as printers, scanners and copiers.
• Create, maintain, and enter information into spreadsheets, trackers and databases.
• Complete forms in accordance with agency procedures.
• Set up and manage paper and electronic filing systems.
• Prepare cashier and office staff weekly schedules.
• Prepare cashier for revenue collection, reconcile revenue at the end of the day; prepare revenue deposits.
• Assist in the scheduling and coordination of events.
• Assist in the hiring process.
• Perform light maintenance and cleaning of the main office and the main office restroom.
• This position involves prioritizing a wide range of responsibilities.
• Communicate in writing, as well as read and comprehend written material.
• Communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner.
• Adhere to the agency’s Code of Conduct Policy and ensure compliance with all guidelines, policies, and procedures in the performance of daily tasks.
• Additional duties as assigned.
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.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Must be able to exercise discretion when working with confidential information.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays from April - November.
• Experience working in an office is preferred but not required.
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.
How to Apply
Name Rony Joseph
Telephone
Fax
Email Address rony.joseph@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street 299 Rockland Lake Road
City Valley Cottage
State NY
Zip Code 10989
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/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Palisades.pdf
Please forward your application and resume to Rony Joseph at Rony.Joseph@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “PRA 5 – Rockland Lake State Park Office”. If you have any questions concerning the position, please email Rony.
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.
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