Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 10/29/18
Applications Due: 12/30/18
Vacancy ID: 61043
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleDirector of Administration, Olana State Historic Site
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $90000 to $110000 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Variable
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Columbia
Street Address 5720 Route 9-G
City Hudson
StateNY
Zip Code12534
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications Preferred candidates:
- Must demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with a variety of constituents, including The Olana Partnership, donors, volunteers, researchers, contractors and park patrons;
- Must demonstrate knowledge of historical programming, collections management and historical interpretation;
- Possess leadership experience in historic preservation and community-based projects;
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license;
- Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities/activities;
- Possess the ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with staff and park patrons, and prepare written material and reports as needed;
- Must be capable of coordinating teams and supervising employees;
- Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
- Onsite housing is available and will be discussed at the time of interview.
Duties Description The selected candidate will be the highest-ranking State Official at the Olana State Historic Site and is responsible for the overall development and management of the facility. Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Manages and coordinates all activities at Olana State Historic Site;
• Recruits, trains, schedules, supervises and evaluates staff;
• Oversees and coordinates programming with The Olana Partnership (TOP) that operates the site's activities and with volunteer groups that provide additional support.
• Promotes the historic site and its programs with the public, local governments, community organizations, and educational groups in coordination with TOP.
• Inspects and evaluates facilities to determine the need for routine or emergency maintenance and major capital improvements and oversees maintenance and repair projects;
• Works with regional and agency staff and TOP on historic site development plans;
• Acts as a consultant on projects, coordinates and chairs meetings, and serves as a resource and advisor to the public, local governments, federal and state agencies, and other interested parties.
• Oversees the scheduling and use of historic site facilities in coordination with TOP;
• Reviews and approves expenditures and prepares and administers the budget;
• Prepares a variety of administrative and financial reports;
• Collaborates with TOP in planning exhibit development and selecting appropriate objects for inclusion in exhibits in historic buildings.
• Develops, implements and coordinates emergency preparedness and response procedures for patrons and employees and documents all emergencies and expenditures;
• Ensures safety of patrons and employees;
Additional Comments It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience, and demonstrate that they meet the agency’s operating needs.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Thomas Watt
Telephone (845) 889-4100
Fax
Email Address Thomas.Watt@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Attn. Lynne Harting HR
625 Broadway
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12238
Notes on ApplyingYou may obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, Taconic region’s administrative headquarters, or download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at https://parks.ny.gov/employment/park-employment.aspx . Please forward your application and resume, if available, to: Albany.Employment@parks.ny.gov or mail to Lynne Harting, NYS OPRHP, 625 Broadway, Albany, NY 12238. If you have any questions concerning the position, please contact Thomas Watt at (845) 889-4100 Thomas.Watt@parks.ny.gov
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