Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleParks and Recreation Aide 4
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $12.50 to $12.50 Hourly
Minimum Qualifications Applicants must be comfortable using computers and Microsoft software. Candidates must be able to manage multiple tasks, and communicate well with other staff and park patrons. Must be willing to pitch in and help as priorities shift throughout the day.
Must have excellent customer service skills and the ability to act as a professional representative for the NYS Parks system.
Must possess and maintain a valid NYS driver's license as a term and condition of employment.
Duties Description Under the direction of the Historic Site Manager, the incumbent will work at the museum reception desk, greeting visitors and assisting them appropriately.
Operate the cash register, credit card machine, and point of sale system, in order to track admission and merchandise sales.
Tracking attendance and revenue throughout the day and reporting in system.
General historical knowledge about the site and area, to answer public queries and provide accurate information.
Assists in answering the telephone, directing calls appropriately, or generally assisting callers and following up.
Assists with special events and public programming. Also assist the Site Manager in planning and delivery of public programming.
The candidate will assist in general event set up and take down of tables, chairs and as needed.
Assist with group visits, pavilion reservations and special museum appointments.
Assist with museum upkeep, light cleaning as needed to maintain appearance and cleanliness of site.
Additional Comments Enjoy working with people and an interest in history and education is preferred but not required.
Must have the ability to provide excellent customer service and an awareness of this as a ‘public first’ position
Must have or be willing to complete First Aid, CPR and AED certification.
Must be comfortable with using a point of sale system.
Must have the ability to communicate in writing and to read and comprehend written material.
Must have the ability to count and verify funds at start and end of shift.
-- Work schedule will be Friday – Sunday, 9:15am – 5:15pm, hours occasionally flexible according to visitor needs and events.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address Saratoga.Employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Crown Point State Historic Site
21 Grandview Drive
Notes on ApplyingIt is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. If 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 https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1.pdf. Please forward your application and resume to Lisa Polay, 21 Grandview Drive, Crown Point, NY 12928 or to Saratoga.Employment@parks.ny.gov, by the date indicated above.