Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $88283 to $111592 Annually
"Other" Explanation Daytime, weekend, holiday, and evening work may be required.
Workday
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher in any field AND EITHER
Four years of experience with a large and well?organized park and recreation system OR
Four years of administrative experience that includes responsibility for organizing and directing a major program or group of
programs. One year of the experience must be at a supervisory level.
*Substitution: An associate degree in any field and two years of the required specialized experience may substitute for the
bachelor’s degree.
Duties Description The Park Director 1, M1, Item 8152, position is located at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park in West Harlem. The
incumbent of this position reports to the Deputy Park Director of Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park. The Park Director 1
serves as the operations manager of Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park in the New York City Region; responsible for
managing the day-to-day operational needs of the various recreational complexes, including oversight of the various
departments including maintenance, revenue, and security needs of the park. Under the direction of the Deputy Park
Director, M2, of Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park, the Park Director 1 assists the Deputy Park Director with setting
standards, and goals for the day?to?day operation of Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park which includes managing staff,
operations, trainings, budgets, spending plans, and maintenance of the park. The incumbent of this position will be tasked
with learning the various complexes and the chain of command structure within the park, learning the various programs
and event timelines of each complexes along with various staffing needs to better support the parks operational needs.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
•Reports to the Deputy Park Director and assists in supervising the overall operation of the park, including oversight of
the following work units: Maintenance, Operations, Skating, Aquatics, Athletics and Cultural programming, the Business
Office & the Revenue department.
•Develops and manages a comprehensive budget for the park as a whole as well asitsindividual work units when assigned.
•In collaboration with the Deputy Park Director – works with NYS Park Police, establishes, and maintains safety and
security plans, procedures, and protocols to ensure patrol and staff safety.
•Collaborates with the Regional Director, Deputy Regional Director, construction and engineering staff, and contractors
in planning for any park construction, renovation, and development projects.
•Regularly inspects the park to determine the quality of maintenance, horticultural management, and operations.
•Develops plans for improvement, expansion, and development of park programs and operations.
•Establishes positive relationships with community organizations, partner organizations, governmental agencies, service
providers, and other interest groups to maximize recreational and environmental education services.
•Maintains positive relationships with community organizations, local government officials, park patrons, and
neighborhood groups to promote the park and its programs.
•Maintains positive and productive relationships with the relevant representatives of NYC Department of Environmental
Protection and the North River Wastewater Treatment Plant, and their consultants and contractors.
•Develops and maintains a positive and collaborative relationship with NYC Regional Management team.
•Actively participates in region?wide operations and special projects. Fosters a culture of collaboration.
•Actively participate in region?wide operations and special projects & foster a culture of collaboration.
•When assigned, directs the preparation and production of statistical, financial, and narrative reports regarding park
operations at assigned facilities.
•When assigned, periodically meets with facility managersto develop, and review contracts,staffing needs and schedules,
reports, booklet design and information ? plan and coordinate programs and projects.
Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:
• Must demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with a variety of constituents including partner agencies,
friend’s groups, donors, volunteers, researchers, contractors, and park patrons.
• Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and activities
simultaneously.
• Possess the ability to effectively communicate with staff, park patrons and Regional Administrators, comprehend
written material, easily communicate in writing, and prepare written materials and reports as directed.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be willing to occasionally support tasks and projects at other New York State Parks work sites in the New
York City Region.
DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: This position is eligible for a $3,400 downstate adjustment.
BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off
• M/C: 39 days ? 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays
• Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental / Family Leave
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name NYS State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - NYC Regional Office
Email Address nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov
Address
17th Floor
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/regions/new?york?city/default.aspx.
You can email your application and resume to nycvacancies@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.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask or mandate in any form, that an applicant for employment provide their current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.
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