StateJobsNY

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleTrails Technician

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $13.57 to $14.96 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 12 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Jefferson

Street Address See additional comments

City See additional comments

StateNY

Zip Code00000

Minimum Qualifications Must have a valid driver’s license as a term and condition of employment.
A willingness to learn, and general knowledge of the natural environment and enthusiasm to share that with others.
Must be able to maintain a positive attitude when performing physical work in a wide range of weather conditions and participate in problem solving as a team.
It is essential to interact professionally with a wide array of Parks staff and patrons.

Applicants interested in the long-term Trail Technician position should have experience in at least one of three categories: handling chainsaws, carpentry, or sustainable trails.

Duties Description The two summer Trails Technicians will work closely with two long-term Trail Technicians. All trail staff will work under the Regional Trails Coordinator and alongside Regional Invasive Species Technicians and Student Conservation Association interns to mitigate the degradation of trails and public lands by building trail structures, resurfacing, and rerouting where necessary. Other duties may include: educating the public on good trail stewardship, down and hazard tree removal, invasive plant removal and invasive pest monitoring, organizing volunteer cleanups, and working with Minna Anthony Common Nature Center staff to improve the immediate grounds of the building.

Additional Comments Preferred qualities include coursework in biology, ecology, environmental studies, natural resources management, or other relevant discipline such as forestry, conservation biology, etc. Some knowledge of invasive New York flora and fauna, functional orienteering skills and Leave No Trace is preferred but not required.

Location: Wellesley Island State Park & Keewaydin State Park
with regional travel in state vehicle.

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

Name Maria Cipullo

Telephone 315-482-2593

Fax

Email Address Maria.Cipullo@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street 45165 NY-12

City Alexandria Bay

State NY

Zip Code 13607

Notes on ApplyingApplications will be accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled.

If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and Agency operating needs and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, please submit a resume and an employment application. The employment application (Part 1 – Pre-Interview Form S1000) can be downloaded from the website of NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at www.parks.ny.gov/employment.
Electronic applications are encouraged; please submit resume and application by email to Maria.Cipullo@parks.ny.gov.
Please reach out if you have questions regarding these positions.
Applications should include a statement of interest and resume saved in “Last Name First Name Resume” format.