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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleParks and Recreation Aide 4-7 (Tree Crew - 2 positions)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $19.04 to $24.13 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Monday - Thursday; 6:30am - 5:00pm

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 6:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Niagara

Street Address Whirlpool Regional Maintenance

2630 Whirlpool Street

City Niagara Falls

StateNY

Zip Code14305

Duties Description The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) in the Niagara Region is seeking two Parks & Recreation Aides to assist agency staff in the management of trees and shrubs throughout the Niagara Region.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform tree care operations, from aerial lifts and the ground, including tree removal and pruning, planting, stump grinding, brush chipping, vegetation management, and integrative pest management.
• Operate and maintain various equipment including chainsaws, aerial lifts, dump trucks, chippers, stump grinders, skid steers, other heavy equipment, and hand tools used in tree care and park operations.
• May interact with park patrons to resolve concerns, answer questions, and give general directions.

Minimum Qualifications No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

See additional comments for operating needs.

Additional Comments OPERATING 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 have the ability to operate a chainsaw and must complete OPRHP sawyer training or equivalent within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment. This training will be provided by OPRHP.
• Must be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor and must be able to lift at least 75 pounds.
• Must be able to operate and perform maintenance on various equipment including trucks, chainsaws, aerial lifts, dump trucks, chippers, stump grinders, and skid steers.
• Must be able to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
• One year of experience in tree care or forestry operations.
• The ability to properly identify native and ornamental park trees; knowledge of tree growth and physiological characteristics.

The hourly rate will depend on the experience of the candidate.

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. There is opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time & service requirements has been met.

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

Name Courtney Zimmerman

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Niagara.Employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street Niagara Falls State Park - Regional Business Office

P.O. Box 1132

City Niagara Falls

State NY

Zip Code 14303

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, if available, within (10) calendar days of the posting of this notice to Courtney Zimmerman, Regional Business Office, Niagara Falls State Park, P.O. Box 1132, Niagara Falls, NY 14303. Resumes may also be emailed to: Niagara.Employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “PRA4-7 - Tree Crew"

It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.

New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.eeds.