Position Information

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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleParks and Recreation Aide 5 - Park Steward

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $20.45 to $20.45 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Variable. 32 – 40 hours per week<br />Seasonal - Summer Employment from May 2025 to September 2026

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 11:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County New York

Street Address Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park

679 Riverside Drive

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10031

Job Specifics

Duties Description Under the supervision of higher-level park operations staff, the Park Steward duties include but are not limited to:
• Responsible for ensuring the overall safety of the complexes, park grounds and patrons according to park rules and policies.
• Serve as ambassadors for the park, welcoming the public and providing information about facility amenities and programs.
• Maintain coverage at all posts in the park, including park entrances, parking lots, traffic circle, picnic areas, front desk, basketball games and other areas as needed.
• Patrol park grounds to protect property, encourage the respectful enjoyment of park facilities and ensure the safety and well-being of the public.
• Supporting Park programming including event staffing, escorting event vehicles and traffic control.
• Monitor lower-level parking passes, parking lots, and traffic circle to ensure proper traffic control through the park.
• Interacting with patrons to resolve questions, distributing information, and providing excellent customer service.
• Monitor the park’s safety conditions and follow emergency safety procedures and reporting when needed.
• Monitor pool and skating lines to ensure crowd and capacity control.
• Monitoring the facilities to ensure a clean and safe environment, which will include trash removal, upkeep of posts and other areas as needed.
• Responsible for regular inspections of parking lot checks, AED checklists, and proper preparation of required documentation and records.
• Seasonal staff may be asked to assist in other areas of the park as needed and will be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications NO MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS TITLE PER CIVIL SERVICE.



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Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• New York State Security Guard Certification preferred.
• Applicants must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Applicants must be able to lift at least 30 pounds.
• Applicants must be willing to support operational needs and special projects throughout the NYC Region as needed.


BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage as well as the opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time and service requirements has been met.

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.

How to Apply

Name Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - NYC Regional Office

Telephone

Fax

Email Address NYCVacancies@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street Adam Clayton Powell Jr. State Office Building

163 West 125th Street, 17th floor

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10027

 

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION PROCEDURE:

If you feel you meet the agency's operating needs and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, please submit a resume, an employment application and a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the stated minimum qualifications. 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. Please forward these three required items by email to nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov.

Application information should be emailed to NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - NYC Regional Office at nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov. You must include “P&RA 5 - PARK STEWARD - DFRSP" in the title of your e-mail for consideration. Electronic submissions are encouraged.

All 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 agency's operating needs.