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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 04/08/21

Applications Due05/13/21

Vacancy ID85779

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleInvasive Species Strike Team Member - 2 positions available

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $14.96 to $14.96 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Suffolk

Street Address Connetquot River State Park Preserve

Box 505

City Oakdale

StateNY

Zip Code11769

Minimum Qualifications A degree or coursework in forestry, environmental studies, ecology, natural resource management, or a relevant discipline, such as aquatic ecology, conservation biology, etc.
Familiarity with invasive species and/or biological surveys.
Familiarity with GPS/GIS.
Ability to work, and maintain a good attitude, while performing physical work in spring, summer, and fall conditions.
Strong interest in and commitment to environmental stewardship and team-oriented approach to solving environmental challenges.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as a term and condition of employment.

Backcountry orienteering and “Leave No Trace” experience a plus.

Duties Description The NYS OPRHP Strike Team on Long Island works independently towards the Agency’s statewide Invasive Species Management strategy. The strike team primarily performs manual invasive plant removals, as well as surveys, education, and other activities as assigned on State Park lands. The team will report to Connetquot River State Park Preserve in Oakdale and travel to other State Parks on Long Island using state agency vehicles. The team will have three members, one of which will be the team leader. Work conditions include uneven terrain, heat, cold, and exposure to poison ivy, thorns, ticks, and biting insects. Appropriate protective equipment will be provided.


Duties & Responsibilities:
Manual and mechanical removal of invasive species;
Invasive species survey and detection;
Field data collection and entry;
Post-removal monitoring;
Park patron education

Additional Comments This is a seasonal appointment for approximately 12 weeks (May 27th – August 18th).

This position does not include health care benefits or paid leave.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Annie McIntyre / Yuriy Litvinenko

Telephone (631) 581-1072

Fax

Email Address Annie.McIntyre@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street 4095 Sunrise Highway

City Bohemia

State NY

Zip Code 11716

 

Notes on ApplyingPositions will be opened until filled. E-mail a completed part 1 pre-employment application, resume, cover letter, and three references to Annie.McIntyre@parks.ny.gov and Yuriy.litvinenko@parks.ny.gov.

Part 1 Pre-employment application can be found at http://nysparks.com/employment/park-employment.aspx.

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