Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleParks and Recreation Aide 5 – Stewardship Technician (2 positions)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $20.45 to $20.45 Hourly
"Other" Explanation 6/25/2026 - 11/25/2026; Monday – Friday: 40 hours per week; may require occasional weekends.
Workday
Duties Description The Regional Stewardship Technician will work closely with the OPRHP Regional Biologist, Stewardship Specialist, and Invasive Species Unit staff to meet regional and statewide stewardship goals. The work of the Stewardship Technician will focus largely on supporting projects that will encompass a broad range of environmental and conservation objectives. Job duties will primarily involve field work with the management, surveying and monitoring of invasive species (both terrestrial and aquatic), but may also include site restoration and monitoring, database management, project planning, Wildlife Management, education/outreach, as well as other stewardship duties to be determined at the discretion of regional staff.
This position is based out of Sackets Harbor Battlefield Historic Site, and travel will be required within the Thousand Islands region of OPRHP. A vehicle will be provided for any travel within parks. No overnights are expected.
Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Remove, survey, and/or monitor invasive species (terrestrial and aquatic plants, forest pest and pathogens).
• Provide guidance and support to field staff and volunteers.
• Collect and manage field data using applications and standardized methods (Survey123, iMap, Field Maps, etc.).
• Support regional Stewardship staff in planning projects to meet regional goals.
• Maintain up-to-date project information in various statewide databases (ArcGIS, iMap, DESP).
• Maintain field equipment and supplies.
• Respond promptly to statewide Early Detection and Rapid Response (EDRR) needs.
• Perform native plantings and other restoration duties.
• Utilize working knowledge of GPS/GIS and ecological monitoring methods.
• Assist with stewardship projects that help reach regional and statewide goals.
• This position involves excellent organizational skills in a field setting.
• The successful candidate will perform physical work in a variety of weather conditions as well as employ a team-oriented approach to solving environmental challenges.
Minimum Qualifications No Minimum Qualifications per Civil Service.
See Additional Comments for operating needs and preferred experience.
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 available to work occasional weekends.
• Must be able perform physical labor in all weather conditions.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong interest in and commitment to environmental stewardship is preferred but not required.
• One year or more experience with invasive species identification and control methods is preferred but not required.
• Backcountry orienteering and Leave No Trace experience is preferred but not required.
• A degree or experience in forestry, environmental studies, ecology, natural resources management, or a relevant discipline, such as aquatic ecology, conservation biology, etc. is preferred but not required.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address stephanie.larkin@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Sackets Harbor Battlefield Historic Site
504 W. Main Street
Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet 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: https://parks.ny.gov/visit/regions/thousand-islands
**Scroll halfway down the page to “Join the team” and click the “Employment Application” link.
Please forward your application and resume to Stephanie Larkin at stephanie.larkin@parks.ny.gov by the application deadline of June 22, 2026, with the subject line “Last Name_ Invasive Species Technician Application.” If you have any questions concerning the position, please email Stephanie.
Please be advised that New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation does not use E-Verify and does not offer sponsorship for employment visas statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEP OPT). Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position.
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.
Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service, and ensuring equal access to opportunities. OPRHP encourages people with disabilities to apply. We provide reasonable and religious accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to the Equal Opportunity Unit at ReasonableAccommodation@parks.ny.gov or (518) 486-7754.