Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitlePark and Recreation Aide 4 (Office Assistant) Moreau Lake State Park
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $19.04 to $19.04 Hourly
"Other" Explanation Thursday - Monday 7:45 AM- 4:15 PM may be subject to change due to holidays, special programs, or staffing operational needs. Weekends as well as occasional holidays/evenings required.
Workday
Duties Description Under the supervision of the Park Manager and the Office Manager, the incumbent will perform a range of office and customer service duties at Moreau Lake State Park. Duties include but are not limited to:
• Camper registration, radio dispatch, retail sales, answering phones, cleaning and organizing spaces.
• Administrative tasks such as attendance tracking, scheduling field trips and summer camps, performing internal audits, park inventory, permitting, bank deposits, and retail inventory.
• Assisting Office Manager with basic supervision of seasonal employees: issuing meal breaks, setting up change funds, and performing cash audits.
• Maintaining and promoting a safe working environment by applying appropriate safety practices.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications per Civil Service.
Additional Comments Preferred Qualifications:
• One year of office receptionist experience at a state park or equivalent.
• Experience with cash handling, reservation and Point of Sale systems.
• Positive, professional, and accurate customer service is required.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively in writing and read and comprehend written material.
Operational Needs:
• Must possess and maintain a valid NYS 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 possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently as well as with others.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner.
• Must possess proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address Kevin.Dinon@parks.ny.gov
Address
605 Old Saratoga Road
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:
https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Saratoga.pdf
Please forward your application and resume to: Kevin Dinon at Kevin.Dinon@parks.ny.gov and indicate "PRA 4 Office Assistant" in the subject line or mail to:
Moreau Lake State Park
605 Old Saratoga Road
Gansevoort, NY 12831
ATTN: Kevin Dinon
All qualified 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 minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Agency