Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 10/26/26
Applications Due: 11/09/26
Vacancy ID: 227689
Position Information
NY HELPSNo
55-b/c EligibleNo
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitlePark Worker 3 - Wellesley Island State Park (Thousand Islands)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade09
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $44560 to $54773 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
InternshipNo
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Variable
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 Jefferson
Street Address Wellesley Island State Park
44927 Cross Island Road
City Fineview
StateNY
Zip Code13640
Job Specifics
Duties Description Under the supervision of higher-level staff, the incumbent will perform the following job duties which include but are not limited to:
• Perform and supervise maintenance activities, including performing semi-skilled maintenance and repair and operating shop machinery.
• Operate and maintain on-site drinking water and sanitary sewer treatment systems, including taking daily readings and recording the results, taking periodic samples for lab analysis, and performing maintenance on the systems as needed. Maintenance may include repairing leaks, replacing defective equipment, and adjusting pumping equipment.
• Assist in emergency situations by applying emergency procedures and practices; assisting and directing staff; and working with patrons to minimize potential problems.
• Supervise seasonal employees, including assigning, reviewing, and evaluating their work as well as completing any necessary training.
• Complete the annual inventory report, including locating each item on the report and updating the location and condition of each item; recommending item for surplus; and adding items to the report as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance of buildings, grounds and trails, such as cutting hazardous trees; assist in carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and electrical repairs; and operating tractors, skid steers, snow blowers, and other equipment.
• Obtain quotes for the purchase of needed material, equipment, and services.
• Maintain records, including those pertaining to daily maintenance, NYS Department of Health water operation reports, hazardous trees, vehicles, automated external defibrillator (AED), fire extinguishers, playgrounds, bulk petroleum storage, audits, and personal timekeeping.
Minimum Qualifications One year of experience in the operation and/or maintenance of a park, historic site, golf course, or recreational facility;
OR - One year of experience in any of the following fields:
• Law enforcement or security
• Firefighting
• Emergency Medical Services
• Environmental education or stewardship
• Natural resources management (e.g., forest management, wildlife management/preservation)
• Historic preservation or interpretation
• Landscaping or grounds maintenance
OR - One year of military service in any branch of the United States Armed Forces;
OR - Thirty (30) semester credit hours* of college-level coursework from an accredited college or university;
OR - Completion of a two-year technical/trades school program;
OR - Two years of experience as a trade assistant working under the direct supervision of a skilled tradesperson.
*Your credit hours must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States or its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. This information can be found at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Candidates are responsible for the evaluation fee.
Reassignment Qualifications:
Current NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Employees only, with at least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Park Worker 3.
Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to operate a vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess or obtain Sawyer Certification within the probationary period or at the next available training as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess or be able to obtain Water Operator Grade “C” license within the probationary period or at the next available training as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess or be able to complete lift training and fall protection training within the probationary period or at the next available training as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess or obtain CPR/AED certification within probationary period or at the next available training as a term and condition of employment.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule. Daytime, weekend, holiday, and evening work is required.
BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off:
• CSEA: 44 days – 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidays
Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental Leave
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 Mark Spaulding
Telephone
Fax
Email Address TI.employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Keewaydin State Park
PO Box 247
City Alexandria Bay
State NY
Zip Code 13607
Notes on ApplyingIf 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 by visiting the website:
FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1ThousandIslands.pdf
Please forward your application and resume to TI.employment@parks.ny.gov with the Subject line “Park Worker 3- Wellesley Island SP” or mail your application and resume to:
Mark Spaulding
Acting Regional Director
Keewaydin State Park
P.O. Box 247
Alexandria Bay, NY 13607
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and operational needs for the position.
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, STEM 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 candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Please submit your resume and cover letter as a Word or PDF attachment. We are unable to open documents from Google Docs, Google Drive, OneDrive, Apple Pages, and/or “the cloud”.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.
New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
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.
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