Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitlePark Manager 2 (NY HELPS) Midway State Park
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $78126 to $99056 Annually
"Other" Explanation Variable schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Workday
Duties Description The Park Manager 2, SG-21, will be located at Midway State Park in Bemus Point, NY. The Park Manager 2 will serve as the primary on site manager for Midway State Park and will report directly to the Park Manager 3, SG-23 for the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Complex. The Park Manager 2 provides managerial oversight for Midway State Park by establishing plans, providing direction, coordination, and supervision of all facets of facility operations. Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Directly supervise, schedule, and evaluate permanent and seasonal staff to ensure that the needs and obligations of the operation are met, and that assigned tasks are completed correctly, safely, and in a timely fashion.
• Develop and deliver staff training in accordance with agency policies and procedures, park rules and regulations, equipment operation, customer service standards, and other aspects of facility operations.
• Actively pursue and complete the required training, field hours, and examinations to obtain and maintain relevant amusement industry certifications through the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) and AIMS (Amusement Industry Manufacturers & Suppliers) International.
• Develop and provide staff training on applicable agency laws, codes, rules, and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and enforce time and attendance standards and ensure accurate time and attendance records are maintained and processed in a timely fashion.
• Coordinate with regional management and other department heads regarding projects and tasks.
• Develop seasonal maintenance protocols and produce necessary schedules to ensure completion of necessary operational obligations.
• Develop budgetary request and manage assigned allocations for supplies and materials, temporary and seasonal staff, and utilities.
• Obtain approval, procure materials and supplies, and reconcile purchases following applicable state purchasing guidelines.
• Ensure inventory of facility equipment is maintained and inventory audits are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Represent the facility at various meetings to ensure proper communication, coordination and execution of projects, public programming, and other operational priorities.
• Apply for and secure annual operating permits and licenses for amusement rides, concessions operations, public broadcast of music, land use, etc.
• Conduct daily monitoring of potable water system and coordinate operation and maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Ensures that amusement rides are inspected and maintained at appropriate intervals, that non-destructive testing requirements are met, and repairs and refurbishments are proactively planned. This includes sourcing scarce parts and facilitating fabrication of parts, preparing project budgets, and ensuring project completion under tight deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications NY HELPS or 55-b/c Qualifications:
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).**
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
Either A. seven years of experience working in a park, recreational facility, or campus* including two years of managerial experience;**
Or B. a bachelor's or higher level degree in environmental education, environmental management, environmental policy, environmental sustainability, forestry, golf course management, historic preservation, horticulture, natural resources management, park administration, park management or recreation management AND three years of experience working within a park, recreational facility, or campus* including two years of managerial experience.**
*For the purposes of this examination, a park, recreational facility, or campus is defined as a location that offers at least three of the following elements: athletic facilities, skating rink, campgrounds, golf courses, hiking trails, historic structures, marinas, picnic areas, playgrounds, recreation programs, swimming facilities or education, environmental or interpretive programming. You must clearly list this information on your application.
**Managerial experience is defined as directing or administering at least three of the following functional areas within a park, recreational facility, or campus: administration (business, personnel, finance); environmental education/interpretation; maintenance; planning; programming; or public relations/visitor services. Your application must clearly describe your managerial experience in three functional areas.
If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
55-b/c Information:
Current permanent non-competitive state employees certified eligible for the 55-b/c program under the Governor's Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55-b/c of the Civil Service Law will also be considered. To be considered, you must provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response and meet the minimum qualifications listed above.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
Eligible List Qualifications:
Currently reachable on the Park Manager 2 eligible lists.
Reassignment Qualifications:
You must be a current New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) employee with one year of permanent, competitive, or 55-b/55-c service as a Park Manager 2, SG-21.
52.6 Transfer Qualifications:
One year of permanent, contingent permanent, or 55 B/C service in a title eligible for transfer.
For transfers, a list of approved titles is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.
52.7 Non-Competitive Promotion (NCP) Qualifications:
As required by the New York State Department of Civil Service, we are posting for this position to determine if there are any qualified OPRHP employees interested in a permanent appointment to the position. To be eligible for NCP, candidates must be in the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation promotion field and have at least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Park Manager 1. If 3 or fewer qualified NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation eligible promotional employees respond to this posting, Civil Service may approve the permanent appointment of one of the qualified employees without further examination.
Nominations for promotion by non-competitive examination will not be approved if the nominee failed the two most recent examinations for promotion to the title for which they are nominated.
Non-competitive refers to not competing in an examination; the appointment will be competitive.
Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:
• 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.
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.
BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off:
44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
PEF: Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development.
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.
Email Address Allegany.Employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street 2373 ASP Route 1, Suite 3
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 at https://parks.ny.gov/employment
Please submit your resume and Employment Application via email to: Allegany.Employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “Park Manager 2 - Midway”
or mail to:
Allegany State Park, Attn: Paula Barber
2373 ASP Rt 1, Ste. 3
Salamanca, NY 14779
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications.
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.