Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $40193 to $49405 Annually
"Other" Explanation Variable (including weekends, holidays and/or evening shifts) Typical shifts include: 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM OR 11:45 PM – 8:15 AM
Workday
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 trades assistant under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson.
Duties Description The incumbent will work in Park Operations under the direction of the Park Manager or designee. The incumbent will perform the following duties:
• Perform desk support and park steward/night maintenance activities providing after hours coverage for the non-emergency 24-hour Park Operations Support Desk;
• Monitor, answer, and appropriately respond to inquiries and calls for assistance during overnight hours. Each shift will consist of a public facing staff member assigned to the desk and at least one staff member assigned to field response and roving duties;
• Receive telephone calls and in-person reports and requests for assistance from the public;
• Monitor radio communications and answer radio calls;
• Communicate and coordinate with NYS Park Police dispatch as appropriate;
• Maintain logs of all known activities and calls that occur during each shift, and ensure appropriate measures are taken while coordinating and communicating with response team members and management;
• Record and relay accurate and timely information;
• Register incoming campers and distribute “late-keys”;
• Patrol camping and recreational areas, interact with park patrons, and provide information/support as appropriate;
• Enforce park rules and regulations through education and voluntary compliance for minor infractions, informing NYS Park Police as appropriate as well as notifying Park Police of all other law enforcement matters;
• Inspect and report on the general condition of specific operational areas as assigned, or the facility as a whole;
• Provide assessment reports to inform park management’s decisions regarding call-outs for specialized personnel;
• Perform call-outs of operations and skilled trades staff during weekends, evenings, and overnight hours when their services are needed using rotating call-out;
• Conduct minor cabin/cottage/public restroom maintenance repairs;
• Clear debris from park roads and bike paths;
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of department activities.
• Conduct snow removal activities as needed;
• Communicate with and check in on Camper Assistance Program volunteers;
• Conduct campground audits;
• Be assigned as a point of contact for after-hour events;
• Assist with nuisance wildlife complaints;
• Restock restroom supplies;
• Supervise seasonal staff as assigned;
• Perform other duties as assigned.
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 be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor in a variety of weather conditions and terrain.
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and possess other basic computer skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner under stressful conditions.
• Must be able to operate a switchboard telephone and communications radio, and exercise appropriate telephone and radio etiquette.
• Must be self-motivated and be able to work independently in a highly responsible manner with limited supervision.
• The incumbent will receive training on First Aid/CPR/AED, ATV/UTV operation, and basic chainsaw use.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
BENEFITS:
There are various benefits that a permanent employee is entitled to, based on their negotiating unit:
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick, And Personal Leave - leave benefits including 13 days of paid vacation leave in the first year of employment with bonus days for additional years of service; 12 days annual paid holidays; five days annual paid personal leave; and 13 days of annual paid sick leave.
• Health Care Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Payroll Deduction Savings Plans
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Wellness Program (EWP)
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.
Email Address allegany.employment@parks.ny.gov
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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 website at Employment Regions - NYS Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (www.parks.ny.gov/employment). Please forward your application and resume to Paula Barber, Allegany State Park, 2373 ASP Rt. 1, Ste. 3, Salamanca, NY 14779 or by email, allegany.employment@parks.ny.gov.
All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply.