Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitlePark and Rec Aide 6 (Sustainability unit)

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

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%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Main Office

625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12238

Job Specifics

Duties Description This position is based in OPRHP’s central Albany office and will work closely with sustainability staff. The Sustainability Program Assistant will primarily develop and maintain materials related to green purchasing. Responsibilities include navigating NYS green purchasing specifications and locating compliant products across various sources. The incumbent will also support the bureau in developing and implementing various sustainability programs at OPRHP. Work may fall within the following areas:

• Waste handling & reporting
• Refrigerant management
• Single use plastic elimination
• Reduced mowing
• Hydration stations

Job Duties:

Green Purchasing Development and Implementation: Create and gather green purchasing related documents, guidance, and materials.

• Generate and maintain comprehensive data on products that fulfill Green NY procurement specifications, including single use plastic alternatives, green cleaning products, and more.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with state regulations and guidelines related to procurement.
• Regularly assemble findings in an organized, presentable format.

Program Coordination: o Collaborate with the Sustainable Operations unit and other bureaus to develop and implement green purchasing and broader sustainability programs across the agency.
• Provide advice and support to facility managers and regional staff to aid the implementation of sustainability programs.
• Develop educational resources to promote green purchasing tools.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Assist in monitoring the effectiveness of sustainability programs and initiatives.
• Prepare reports and presentations on sustainability metrics and projects for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain and regularly review green purchasing databases, contracts, and preferred source offerings.

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

Additional Comments PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:
• Related coursework, fieldwork, or professional experience with New York State purchasing law, contracts, and/or procurement specifications.
• Familiar with standard certifications for various ‘green’ products, such as ASTM, BPI, Green Seal, UL ECOLOGO, and ENERGY STAR.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point).

BENEFITS:
There are various benefits that a seasonal employee is entitled to after 6 months of employment, based on their negotiating unit:
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick, And Personal Leave
• Health Care Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Payroll Deduction Savings Plans
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Wellness Program (EWP)

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 Jordan Elliot

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Jordan.elliot@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Main Office

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12238

 

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, Please email your Employment Application cover letter and resume, if available, to: jordan.elliot@parks.ny.gov. Include “Park and Rec Aide 6 (Sustainability unit) in the subject line.

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.