Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleTrail Worker (Park and Recreation Aide 4)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $18.49 to $18.49 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Variable

"Other" Explanation Mon-Fri, 8:00am-4:30pm, or Tues-Fri 7:00am-5:30pm with occasional weekend work. Federal Holidays off.

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 12 AM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Westchester

Street Address Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park

15 Walnut Street

City Dobbs Ferry

StateNY

Zip Code10522

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While some training is provided, a well-qualified candidate will have one of the following:
• 6 months to 1 year of experience in environmental education programming
• 6 months to 1 year of college study in natural science, natural resources, or environmental education.

Duties Description Under the direction of the Park Worker 3, the trail worker’s duties will include, but will not be limited to:
• Assisting with maintenance and the improvement of the 26-mile trail and its features.
• Addressing section-by-section issues on the trail with the goal of enhancing the quality of patron’s experience.
• Recognizing and resolving issues along the trail relating to landscaping, tree work, invasives remediation, vine and shrub pruning, trail widening, stone wall repair, washout and drainage improvements, litter removal, and other medium to heavy labor tasks.
• Operating and performing basic maintenance on a variety of mechanical equipment including mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, chippers, and powered vehicles.
• Performing semi-skilled maintenance and repair activities in a variety of trades, including carpentry, masonry, and trenching.
• Assisting in building or repairing roads, trails, and paths at the Old Croton Aqueduct.
• Assisting with maintenance and operations at other Regional State Park facilities in emergency situations as needed.
• Other related duties as required.

Additional Comments OPERATIONAL 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 Game of Logging certificate (levels 1 and 2) or approved equivalent within the probationary period or at the next class offering and complete any other training programs as instructed.
• Must have availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs and emergencies.


BENEFITS:
There are various benefits that a seasonal employee may be entitled to, based on their negotiating unit:
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick, And Personal Leave
• Health Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance Programs
Learn more about our benefits for permanent state employees, 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 Steve Oakes

Telephone 845-616-5374

Fax

Email Address taconic.employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park

15 Walnut Street

City Dobbs Ferry

State NY

Zip Code 10522

 

Notes on ApplyingTO APPLY:
If 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 download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Taconic.pdf.

All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply. It is the responsibility of the applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.

Please forward your application and resume, if available, to taconic.employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “Trail Worker PRA 4 - OCA Maintenance.” If you have any questions concerning the position, please contact Steve Oakes at 845-616-5374. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.