Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleParks and Recreation Aide 6

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $20.94 to $20.94 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Greene

Street Address South Lake Campground

City Haies Falls

StateNY

Zip Code12436

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be at least 16 years of age. Preference may be given to candidates 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license.

Preferred qualifications: Experience with NYSDEC facility infrastructure; Knowledge of NYSDEC campground rules and regulations; Knowledge of operation and maintenance of chlorinated water system; First Aid/CPR/AED certified

Duties Description This position is public facing and will deal with park patrons daily. Will be required to communicate effectively with staff and customers, enforcing rules and regulations to ensure the safety of all park employees and visitors.

-Monitor and oversee fee collection and verification activities.
-Handle complaints or inquiries from park patrons regarding the quality of their experience, the cleanliness of facilities, noise from other facility users, and other related customer service issues.
-May be required to respond to emergencies day or night, assisting law enforcement if necessary.
-Responsible for overseeing infrastructure, including water and sewer treatment systems.
-Must have dependable transportation and be able to work assigned shifts.
-Must be punctual, reporting for work on time. Shift work may be required when assigned to booth areas or shower building cleaning.
-Must live on-site for the duration of camping season.
-Must be able, where applicable, to do manual work in park such as picking up litter, raking, pushing lawnmowers, and cleaning comfort stations, rest rooms and buildings.
-Must be able to communicate with others and accept direction. All tasks are to be conducted in a safe manner, with any injuries/illnesses reported immediately to supervisor.
-Must be even tempered and capable of communicating with the public. Provide patrons with information regarding park facilities and use.
-Must be able to handle and account for money and complete necessary Revenue Reports. Must be capable of operating a personal computer
Responsibilities during off season include:
-Responding to emergency situations if necessary
-Developing annual work plans
-Assisting Operations crews with maintenance projects
-Planning recruitment efforts for the upcoming season
-Creating new interpretive programming
-Managing winter visitation

Additional Comments Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview.
Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in remote areas.
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Weekends and holidays may be required.
Must be available for emergency response.
Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies.
Must provide 24-hour response on a rotational basis and work during normal business hours.
Must reside in State Housing

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

Contact Information

Name Heath Boomhower

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease mail/email your resume to the above. Be sure to include Posting #24-172362 on your resume and in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.