Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleHistoric Site Regional Supervisor - Taconic Region
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $93659 to $118388 Annually
Duties Description The Historic Site Regional Supervisor position will oversee the Taconic Region’s historic site managers and related projects. As the key historic preservation lead on the regional management team and in close coordination with the Division of Historic Preservation (DHP) and the Bureau of Historic Sites (BHS), the Historic Site Regional Supervisor will also be responsible for advancing historic site planning. Duties include but are not limited to:
• Representing historic preservation interests in the development of park plans, such as ensuring historic buildings and grounds are preserved; that historic integrity is maintained; and that the archeological impact is reviewed in the process of Capital and Park planning.
• Advocating for prioritizing historic preservation workplans for the region’s restoration and maintenance efforts.
• Working collaboratively with facility managers to ensure that the team’s initiatives are implemented smoothly and meet regional, park, and program needs.
• Represent Historic Preservation on the Regional Management Team for master planning, project planning, setting priorities, and the State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) process.
• Overseeing or completing the entering, updating, and maintaining of the regions entries within the Cultural Resources Information System (CRIS).
• Facilitate communication and coordination of all historic preservation-related projects between the regional management team, historic site staff, and the Division of Historic and Bureau of Historic Sites.
• Prioritize and coordinate the regional requests for specialized services, such as interfacing with the Bureau of Historic Sites conservation, interpretation, and collections needs.
• Manage and review the development of historic interpretation, exhibits, and events throughout the region.
• Assist with recruitment, training, and coaching of the Region’s historic site staff.
Minimum Qualifications If Civil Service Eligible list(s) exist, they will be canvassed. You may also apply if you are eligible for reinstatement or appointment by one of the following qualifications:
Subsequent 55-b/c Qualifications:
A subsequent 55-b/c appointment may be considered if you have at least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service and have a current Civil Service 55-b/c letter of eligibility.
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 Historic Site Regional Supervisor; if you have less than one year, you must be reachable on the current Historic Site Regional Supervisor eligible list for this location, if one exists.
Provisional Qualifications:
In the absence of an eligible list, a provisional appointment may be considered. For provisional appointment, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as a Historic Site Manager A, Senior Historic Site Restoration Coordinator, or Historic Preservation Program Coordinator; OR two years of qualifying service as a Historic Site Manager B or Historic Site Restoration Coordinator; OR three years of qualifying service as a Historic Site Manager C or Historic Preservation Program Analyst.
The appointed candidate would have to be reachable on the next holding of the examination to be appointed permanently.
52.7 Non-Competitive Promotion (NCP) Qualifications:
In accordance with Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law, this notice advises all employees of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation of our intention to potentially conduct a non-competitive promotion examination for the position of Historic Site Regional Supervisor, M-1, at the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, Taconic Regional Office in Staatsburg.
Permanent appointment may be made by non-competitive promotion of an applicant who meets the position’s minimum qualifications if all requirements of a non-competitive promotion appointment are met. In order to be eligible for a non-competitive promotion examination, candidates must have at least one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as a Historic Site Manager A, Senior Historic Site Restoration Coordinator, or Historic Preservation Program Coordinator; OR two years of qualifying service as a Historic Site Manager B or Historic Site Restoration Coordinator; OR three years of qualifying service as a Historic Site Manager C or Historic Preservation Program Analyst.
If there are no more than three (3) qualified NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation eligible promotional employees who respond to this posting, Civil Service may approve the permanent appointment of one (1) of the qualified employees without further examination.
Note: Non-competitive refers to not competing in an examination; the appointment will be competitive.
52.6 Transfer Qualifications:
At least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Grade 23 or higher. The service must be in a title that Civil Service has deemed transfer eligible to the position.
Note: The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades.
For all transfers noted, a comprehensive list of titles approved for transfer is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.
70.1 Transfer Qualifications:
At least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Historic Site Manager A, or a Senior Historic Site Restoration Coordinator. Only the titles listed are eligible for 70.1 transfer.
Note: The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades.
For all transfers noted, a comprehensive list of titles approved for transfer is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.
Additional Comments Operational Needs:
• May be required to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as operationally necessary.
• Travel is mostly within Taconic Region.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Telecommuting may be allowed after 6 months to 1 year in title.
Benefits:
The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation offers a generous benefits package that includes but is not limited to:
Paid Time Off:
• M/C: 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• M/C: Eligible for unlimited days of professional leave to participate in professional development, but at the supervisor’s discretion.
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 / Family Leave
To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx.
Additional location pay is available for the following counties: Bronx, Kings, Nassau, NYC-Manhattan, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, and Westchester, Dutchess, Orange, and Putnam.
Note: For all transfers noted, a comprehensive list of titles approved for transfer is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
625 Broadway
Notes on ApplyingAll candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. These documents must be received by January 29, 2026 and submitted via email to employment@parks.ny.gov. You must include “Vacancy ID 207225 – Historic Site Regional Supervisor – Staatsburg” in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. Failure to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications, and operating needs may result in your resume not being considered for this position.
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. If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Equal Opportunity Unit at ReasonableAccommodation@parks.ny.gov or (518) 486-7754.