Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitlePark Worker 3 (Schodack Island State Park)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade09

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $41399 to $50884 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Tuesday - Saturday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm. The schedule and work shift for this position will vary seasonally. The candidate will be expected to work weekends, evening hours and be available for call-ins as needed.

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 11:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Rensselaer

Street Address Schodack Island State Park

1 Schodack Island Way

City Schodack Landing

StateNY

Zip Code12156

Job Specifics

Duties Description Under the supervision of the Park Manager or their designee, the candidate will perform or assist with maintenance and repair tasks. Duties include, but are not limited to:
o Perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair activities in a variety of trades such as carpentry tasks (minor wood replacement and building repairs, repairing paths, picnic tables, benches, trails), plumbing tasks (faucet changing and bathroom winterizing), electrical tasks (changing switches and light fixtures, light bulbs, and breakers), masonry tasks (pouring sidewalks and pads), and mechanical repairs (oil changes, sharpening blades, replacing belts and hoses)
o Perform routine safety inspections on playgrounds, buildings, and fire extinguishers; and operate and perform routine maintenance on a variety of power-driven mechanical equipment, including trucks, tractors, mowers, power saws, and self-propelled equipment
o Perform skilled maintenance activities under supervision or after receiving detailed instructions.
o Complete snow removal by shoveling snow and operating plow vehicles in the winter months; assist with tree pruning and removal, which includes the operation of chain saws, aerial lifts, and chippers.
o Load and unload cargo from vehicles and storage areas; perform building, road, and grounds maintenance and restroom cleaning activities.
o Assist in emergency situations by applying emergency practice and procedures, assisting and directing staff; assisting with traffic control and parking vehicles.
o Add items to and remove items from Asset Cloud and Asset Works Inventories and complete inventory checks as assigned; and complete daily Water Treatment Facility monitoring, address concerns, and communicate problems in the absence of the facility’s water operator.
o Assign, supervise, review, train, and evaluate the work of subordinate employees.
o Performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications One year of experience in the operation and / or maintenance of a park, historic site, golf course, or recreational facility. In addition to operations and maintenance, the following types of experience are also qualifying: law enforcement or security, firefighting, environmental education, environmental stewardship, natural resource management, forest management, wildlife management or preservation, or historic preservation or interpretation; OR

One year of military service in any of the military branches; OR

An Associate’s or higher-level degree*, or 60 credit hours of college level coursework; OR

Completion of an appropriate two-year technical / trades school program or two years' experience as a trade’s assistant under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson.

If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

*Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States or its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. This information can be found at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Candidates are responsible for the evaluation fee.

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 possess Hazardous Tree assessment certification or be able to obtain certification within the probationary period.
• Must have attended or be willing to attend the Facility Manager’s Institute at the next available opportunity.
• Must be able to perform medium to heavy physical labor as well as working from heights and ladders.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner.
• Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel. Experience with Statewide Financial System, Asset Management System, Attendance and Revenue programs is preferred but not required.
• Must adhere to the agency’s Code of Conduct Policy and ensure compliance with all guidelines, policies, and procedures in the performance of daily tasks.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
• Paid Time Off:
o 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• Health Care Benefits:
o Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• Additional Benefits:
o New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
o NYS Deferred Compensation
o Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
o 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.

Contact Information

Name Laura Smith (Park Manager)

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Saratoga.Employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street Schodack Island State Park

1 Schodack Island Way

City Schodack Landing

State NY

Zip Code 12156

 

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

Manager, Schodack Island State Park, 1 Schodack Island Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156. Resumes may also be emailed to: Saratoga.Employment@parks.ny.gov

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.

POSTING DATE: 1/7/2025 APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: 1/21/2025