Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $40193 to $49405 Annually
Minimum Qualifications One year of experience in the operation and / or maintenance of a park, historic site, golf course, or recreational facility. In addition to operations and maintenance, the following types of experience are also qualifying: law enforcement or security, firefighting, environmental education, environmental stewardship, natural resource management, forest management, wildlife management or preservation, or historic preservation or interpretation; OR
One year of military service in any of the military branches; OR
An Associate’s or higher-level degree, or 60 credit hours of college level coursework; OR
Completion of an appropriate two-year technical / trades school program or two years' experience as a trades assistant under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson.
Duties Description The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Park Manager at Allegany State Park, Quaker Area. The incumbent will be responsible for the supervision, training, and scheduling for the Quaker Grounds Crew, and ensure the grounds of the Quaker Area are maintained to a high aesthetically pleasing standard. The incumbent will perform or assist with routine grounds work which includes, but is not limited to:
• Mowing, trimming, tree maintenance, playground maintenance, maintenance and grooming of snowmobile trails, plowing and snow removal, as well as maintenance and upkeep of the recycling centers.
• Performing routine maintenance of a variety of mechanical equipment including mowers, tractors, chainsaws, snowplows, and snow grooming equipment.
• Coordinating special event setup and breakdown.
• Removing of trash and other debris from buildings and surrounding areas.
• Assisting with the hazardous tree program year-round, which will include assessing of trees under program criteria, recommending appropriate action, proper pruning and removal of trees (including stumps), and thorough record keeping, along with the production and delivery of firewood.
• Addressing complaints or inquiries from park patrons.
• Performing necessary pesticide-based pest/vegetation control measures on an as-needed basis in managed outdoor areas and document per NYS Department of Environmental Conservation requirements.
• Operating commercial vehicles as needed to assist with operational tasks such as the regional garbage truck, bucket truck, dump trucks, etc.
Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must possess a valid CDL Class B Driver’s License that allows the candidate to legally operated commercial vehicles in New York State or be able to obtain a Class B Driver’s License within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.**
• 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 available to work a variable schedule that may include holidays and/or evening shifts.
• Must possess Game of Logging 1, 2, and 3 certifications or be able to obtain Game of Logging 1, 2, and 3 certifications within the probationary period as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess a NYS Category 3A Pesticide Technician Certification from New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) or be able to obtain a NYS Category 3A Pesticide Technician Certification from NYS DEC within the probationary period, as a term and condition of employment.
• Applicants must be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor.
• Applicants must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner under challenging conditions.
**Under the provision of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (1991), this position has been designated Safety Sensitive. The incumbent is required to participate in pre-employment, random and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.
There are various benefits that a permanent employee is entitled to, based on their negotiating unit:
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick, And Personal Leave - leave benefits including 13 days of paid vacation leave in the first year of employment with bonus days for additional years of service; 12 days annual paid holidays; five days annual paid personal leave; and 13 days of annual paid sick 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.
Email Address allegany.employment@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 website at www.parks.ny.gov/employment. Please forward your application and resume to Paula Barber, Allegany State Park, 2373 ASP Rt. 1, Ste. 3, Salamanca, NY 14779 or by email, allegany.employment@parks.ny.gov.
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.