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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleParks and Recreation Aide 2 (Seasonal Naturalist)

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $17.11 to $17.11 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Variable (including weekends, holidays and/or evening shifts) Typical shifts include: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed?

Mandatory overtime?

Compressed workweek allowed?

Telecommuting allowed?

County Cattaraugus

Street Address Allegany State Park

2373 ASP Route 1

City Salamanca

StateNY

Zip Code14427

Minimum Qualifications No Minimum Qualifications per Civil Service.

Duties Description The incumbent will work under the direction of the Environmental Educator 2 in the Environmental Education & Interpretation/Recreation Department. The incumbent will perform the following duties:
• Assist in the development and implementation of environmental education courses and programs dealing with the various flora, fauna, and historic features of park facilities and the surrounding area.
• Assist in leading a variety of recreational programs in park facilities.
• Generate informational displays and literature as assigned.
• Assist with planning special events and recreational activities as assigned.
• Work with other departments as assigned.
• Support programs at other Regional park facilities as needed.

Additional Comments OPERATIONAL 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.
• A background in natural sciences, environmental studies, conservation, recreation, or education is preferred but not required.
• Normal work shift will be 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. but will include evenings as needed.
• Normal work schedule will be weekdays but will include weekends and holidays as needed.
• The selected candidate must be able to perform medium to heavy physical labor and work in variable weather conditions.

BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System and is eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage. There is opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time & service requirements has been met.

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

Name Paula Barber

Telephone

Fax

Email Address allegany.employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street Allegany State Park

2373 ASP Rt. 1

City Salamanca

State NY

Zip Code 14779

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.

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