Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleParks & Recreation Aide 7 (Division of Law Enforcement)

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $24.13 to $24.13 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12207

Job Specifics

Duties Description The duties and responsibilities would be of a clerical nature within the Division of Park Police of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.

*Data entry, record keeping, filing, and answering telephone calls.

*Assist New York State Park Police Division Headquarters Staff with administrative tasks.

*Primary contact for answering Division phones and direct callers as necessary.

*Responsible for mail and routing to appropriate personnel.

*Liaison with Counsel’ Office regarding FOIL/Records requests.

*Work with Fleet Lieutenant on fleet management databases, budget and occasional mailings.

*Assist Division Headquarters Captain with records management (digital and paper) including filing of Personnel Records
Responsible for assisting HQ staff with purchases/fleet repair/office supplies.

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

Additional Comments PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or higher preferred

OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
Must have strong communication skills and ability to communicate with a diverse community.

Must have ability to effectively engage in communications that are often various and multiple.

Must be able to navigate various software technologies.
(Microsoft Office) including those associated with law-enforcement applications and internet-based websites and have excellent data entry skills.

Must pass a background check.

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 Personnel/MK

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12238

 

Notes on ApplyingAll candidates must submit a written resume and employment application by August 20, 2026 and submitted via email to: employment@parks.ny.gov.

Applications can be found here: https://parks.ny.gov/sites/default/files/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1.pdf

You must include the Vacancy ID Number and the title “PRA7 Police Headquarters” in the subject line of our email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.

New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service, and ensuring equal access to opportunities. OPRHP encourages people with disabilities to apply. We provide reasonable and religious accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to the Equal Op