Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleParks & Recreation Aide 6 (Textile Internship)

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $21.57 to $21.57 Hourly

Employment Type Part-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Monday-Friday <br />30 hours per week within the hours of 9am-4pm<br />June-August 2026

Hours Per Week 30

Workday

From 9 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Saratoga

Street Address Peebles Island State Park

1 Delaware Avenue North

City Cohoes

StateNY

Zip Code12047

Job Specifics

Duties Description Established in 1972, the Bureau of Historic Sites provides technical support to New York's state-owned parks and historic sites. It is headquartered at the Peebles Island Resource Center, a rehabilitated factory complex located in Peebles Island State Park, a scenic, 158-acre green space at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers. The Bureau helps to safeguard New York's rich heritage through a variety of projects and programs that document, preserve, and interpret historic, cultural, and natural resources at state parks and historic sites. The Conservation Unit is made up of seven discipline-specific labs with separate dedicated workspaces, along with shared analytical equipment, photography studio, and spray booth.

The graduate student selected for this position will work directly with a NYS Conservator to perform various tasks related to the conservation and preservation of New York State’s historic collections. In particular, work will focus on conservation treatments in support of the installation of collections at State Historic Sites.

Job duties may include but are not limited to:
•Writing examination reports, treatment proposals, and treatment reports
•Photography of artworks before, during, and after treatment
•Conducting conservation treatments of textiles
•Speaking with curators and site managers about treatment options and choices
•Working with TMS online database to upload treatment documents
•Preparation of collections for storage or travel
•Installation of collections at New York State Historic Sites

Work will take place mostly at the Bureau of Historic Sites (BHS) Collections Care facility on Peebles Island near Albany, NY, with the potential for some travel to NY State Historic Sites (during work hours, in a provided state vehicle driven by a Parks employee). The candidate will work with the Textile Conservator, with exact projects to be determined based on their skills and interests, as well as BHS project priorities.

Internship Skills:
•Organizational skills and attention to detail
•Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
•Excellent written and oral communication skills
•Familiarity with TMS Collections or similar database
•Must possess basic computer skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently as well as with others

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
There are no minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

Additional Comments PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•The graduate level student must be enrolled in a recognized conservation training program, specializing in textiles, with some experience conserving textile objects.

OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
•Must be able to work on site at Peebles Island Resource Center (limited local public transportation) during the hours of Mondy-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm.

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.

How to Apply

Name Sarah Stevens

Telephone

Fax

Email Address sarah.stevens@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street Peebles Island State Park

1 Delaware Avenue North

City Cohoes

State NY

Zip Code 12047

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease forward your resume and cover letter to Textile Conservator Sarah Stevens at sarah.stevens@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “Parks & Recreation Aide 6 (Textile Internship)”. If you have any questions concerning the position, please email Sarah. A portfolio may be required upon interview.

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