Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitlePark Worker 2 - Allegany State Park (Red House Area)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $36232 to $44828 Annually
"Other" Explanation Standard hours are 8:00AM to 4:30PM, with variable scheduling required to cover weekends and holidays.
Workday
Duties Description Under the direct supervision of the Park Manager 2, SG-21, or their designee, the Park Worker 2, SG-6, primarily performs a variety of routine cleaning and housekeeping work within the Red House Area operation of Allegany State Park while providing support to other operational areas as assigned. Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Assist in the routine cleaning and sanitization of facilities including public restrooms, various camping accommodations, bathhouses, pavilions, and administrative buildings.
• Provide training to seasonal staff with respect to departmental operations, established procedures, best practices, and other relevant areas.
• Handle complaints or inquiries from the general public while maintaining a professional, courteous, and helpful demeanor.
• May supervise a small crew of seasonal employees as needed.
• Assist the cleaning crew leader in preparing daily occupancy reports and cleaning lists using Aspira One software.
• Operate assigned NYS vehicles and equipment in a safe manner while maintaining compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and laws.
• Assist with Rental Office tasks such as answering phone calls, cash handling, registering campers using online applications, providing information on Park accommodations/amenities, or providing Toll Booth coverage.
• Assist with basic grounds and landscaping tasks such as mowing, weeding, planting, pruning, maintaining trails using hand-held tools, and monitoring and cleaning the Refuse and Recycle Center.
• Assist with basic maintenance tasks such as unclogging plumbing fixtures, working on painting projects, replacing lightbulbs, and performing fire extinguisher checks.
• Assist with crowd and traffic control during busy periods or special events, and ensure rules are observed for public safety.
• Collect and properly dispose of trash and recycling throughout park grounds.
Minimum Qualifications There are no education or experience requirements. Applicants must be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor. When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. Applicants must also be able to communicate effectively with other staff and with park patrons.
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 be available to work a variable schedule that includes weekends and evening shifts.
• Must be able to perform light to medium manual labor, including lifting, bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods.
• Must be able to frequently lifting 1-25 pounds and occasionally lifting 26-50 pounds.
• Must be proficient in the use of computer technology including Microsoft Office applications.
BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off:
• CSEA: 44 days – 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidays
Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental Leave
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
Address
Street 2373 ASP Route 1, Suite 3
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/employment
Please submit your resume and Employment Application via email to: Allegany.Employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “Park Worker 2 – ASP Red House Area.
or mail to:
Allegany State Park, Attn: Paula Barber
2373 ASP Rt 1, Ste. 3
Salamanca, NY 14779
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications.
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.