Position Information

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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitlePark Ranger 2

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitSSU - Security Services Unit (NYSCOPBA)

Salary RangeFrom $53410 to $65596 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Variable

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 12 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address Saratoga Spa State Park

19 Roosevelt Drive

City Saratoga Springs

StateNY

Zip Code12866

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Park Rangers 2 must have an Associate’s or higher-level degree and at least one season* of experience in a park or recreational organization performing any of the following duties: law enforcement or security, firefighting, environmental education or stewardship, forest management, park maintenance or operations, historic preservation or interpretation, or wildlife management or preservation; OR a high school or equivalency diploma and three seasons* of the experience noted above. Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment. Must be able to physically perform the duties of the position. Must satisfactorily pass a thorough background investigation, including fingerprinting. Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver’s license as a term and condition of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid New York State Security Guard License as a term and condition of employment.

*A season is defined as working at least 300 hours performing the duties noted above.

Duties Description State Parks has a great opportunity for folks who have a passion for the outdoors and outdoor recreation! We are looking for responsible individuals to serve as role models and to provide guidance to seasonal Park Rangers. Park Ranger 2s are responsible for recruiting, hiring, training and evaluating seasonal Park Rangers who are assigned to various Parks within the Saratoga Region. Park Rangers serve as ambassadors, welcome the public in a friendly and courteous manner, engage visitors in park activities, provide information on facility amenities and protect park patrons and state parks and historic sites. The Park Ranger 2 will:

*Recruit seasonal Park Ranger candidates from colleges, schools, job fairs and through social media campaign
*Participate in the interview, selection and hiring process
*Coordinate mandated Security Guard Training as well as in-house training
*Coordinate Park Ranger uniform and equipment needs such as cells phones and radios
*Determine availability of bicycles, utility terrain vehicles, electrical vehicles and other motorized vehicles
*Visit Parks to observe Park Rangers on duty and confer with Park Managers on the Park Ranger Program
*Monitor personal service and non-personal service budgets and prepare seasonal staffing plans

If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this position, COME JOIN THE PARKS TEAM!

Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:

• Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to perform medium physical labor.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and read and comprehend written materials.
• Must possess basic computer and smart phone skills.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation.

BENEFITS: There are various benefits provided to permanent employees. To learn more, visit:
https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

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

Contact Information

Name Sarah Santiago

Telephone 5184732639

Fax

Email Address Sarah.Santiago@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12207

 

Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency’s operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this position, 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 website at www.parks.ny.gov/employment. Please forward your application and resume by the date indicated below to Saratoga.Employment@parks.ny.gov: If you have any questions concerning the position, please contact: Sarah Santiago (Sarah.Santiago@parks.ny.gov).
It is the responsibility of applicants to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.

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