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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 03/25/24

Applications Due04/08/24

Vacancy ID154544

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleRecreation Complex Manager 1

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Variable

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County New York

Street Address Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park - Athletics Complex

679 Riverside Drive

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10031

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have 6 years of experience, including 1 year of supervisory experience, directing an athletic, sports, or recreation facility or program.

OR a bachelor’s degree in any field and two years of the general experience, including one year of supervisory experience.

Substitution: A master's degree in park administration, recreation, physical education, fine arts, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the required general experience.

Duties Description Under the supervision of a higher-level manager & the Park Admin team, the Recreation Complex Manager 1 supervises programs and operations within Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park. The incumbent performs the following duties: Identifies community recreational needs and works with the community, school groups and local government officials to develop and implement programs, schedules, and special events; assigns staff, prepares schedules, supervises and evaluates the effectiveness of contractors and subordinate delivery of programs; inspects, evaluates and assures the readiness and availability of equipment and facilities to meet requirements for scheduled activities; supervises recreation and administrative staff and participates in recruitment and training programs; covers scheduled Officer of the day shifts as needed, inspects cleaning and maintenance tasks performed by staff; develops and implements cleaning and routine maintenance schedules for complex staff; in conjunction with the maintenance supervisors, plans major repair and preventative projects; assists higher level managers to plan and budget for equipment, repairs and supplies needed to support existing and planned programming & events; orders needed supplies and materials; requests needed repairs and ongoing maintenance and coordinates them to minimize adverse impact on customer services; makes recommendations to higher level management for policies, procedures, training and facility improvements to enhance the customer experience and promote customer satisfaction; assures that all Agency, Regional and Park standards for service delivery, customer service and employee conduct and performance are consistently met; carries out other related duties and responsibilities as assigned; may also serve as shift supervisor for all programs and operations. The following duties are also assigned.

• Prepares, updates, and executes a comprehensive plan of preventative maintenance, maintenance and repair for systems, structures, fixed equipment, and grounds at DF Riverbank State Park
• Coordinates with higher level management staff and regional capital facilities staff, as directed, to assure that priority needs for maintenance and repair are promptly identified and addressed in a manner which avoids disruption of park operations to the greatest extent feasible.
• Determines needs for purchasing materials, equipment, and supplementary contractor services for required maintenance and repair of buildings, mechanical systems, fixed equipment, and grounds.
• Completes necessary purchasing requests and prepares and/or compiles any required supporting documentation.
• Evaluates park facilities for energy conservation and sustainable operations.
• Sets standards, and assigns tasks based on the daily operational needs of the park.
• May also serve as shift supervisor in another complex as needed supervising programs and operations.
• Works closely with volunteers, the community, and vendors to assure NYS Parks’ mission is always met.
• Carries out other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.


Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:
• Must possess a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State.
• This position is 40 hours per week. Weekend, holiday, and evening work is required as operational needs.
• Candidates should be well organized, possess excellent communication skills, and have computer skills requisite to fulfill the needs of the position such as proficiency in Excel, Word, and Microsoft Outlook.
• Candidates must possess effective communication skills and have the ability to understand written and/or verbal material and instructions.
• Candidate is expected to periodically support the New York City Region’s park and operational needs, including special assignments at other parks and emergency management tasks as needed.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400

BENEFITS:
There are various benefits that a permanent employee is entitled to, based on their negotiating unit:
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick, And Personal Leave
• Health Care, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Payroll Deduction Savings Plans
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Wellness Program (EWP)

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name NYS Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - NYC Regional Office

Telephone

Fax

Email Address nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street 163 West 125th Street

17th Floor

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10027

 

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION PROCEDURE:

If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, please submit a resume, an employment application and a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the stated minimum qualifications. The employment application (Part 1 – Pre-Interview Form S1000) can be downloaded from the website of NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at www.parks.ny.gov/employment. Please forward these three required items by email to nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov.

Application information should be emailed to NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - NYC Region Attention Personnel. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. You must include: REC COMPLEX MGR 1 – SG18 - ATHLETICS” in the title of your e-mail for consideration. Electronic submissions are encouraged.

It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.

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