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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleNYS Park Police Dispatcher-Parks & Recreation Aide 7

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $23.43 to $23.43 Hourly

Employment Type Part-Time

Part-time Percent 64%

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Candidate must be able to work a minimum of 24 hours a week with the opportunity for 32-40 hours a week as needed.

Hours Per Week 24

Workday

From 12 AM

To 12 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County New York

Street Address Riverbank State Park

679 Riverside Drive

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10031

Duties Description Receive and transmit police messages by radio, telephone, and criminal justice systems.

- Maintain logs and records and written documents required by the Agency.

- Professional and composed verbal communication with outside police agencies and the public; maintaining sound customer service practices and meeting the needs of the Agency
under sometimes stressful conditions is essential.

- This position operates an extensive array of law enforcement and emergency related communications equipment as well as computer software.

- Prioritize all radio and telephone communications. Answer multiple telephone lines, receive emergency and non­emergency calls for law enforcement and dispatch patrols to respond.

- Make urgent and important decisions regarding emergency situations based on knowledge, skills and policies and procedures.

- Service all walk-in customers

- Perform administrative duties such as data entry and retrieval, information filing and record keeping.

- Comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations relative to communications and protected data and information.

- Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

Preferred Qualifications:

High School Diploma or higher

Successfully pass an extensive background check

Successfully pass a field training program

Must have strong communication skills and ability to communicate with a diverse community

Must be able to operate and perform under varying degrees of stress and pressure and be able to prioritize emergencies Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays and be flexible with schedule.

Candidates must have the ability to effectively engage in communications that are often various and multiple.

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

Additional Comments Health Insurance options available

Vacation/leave Benefits after 38 weeks

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

Name Gregory Doell

Telephone

Fax

Email Address gregory.doell@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street 679 Riverside Drive

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10031

Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet the minimum qualifications, agency 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 can download an application from www.parks.ny.gov/employment. Please forward your application, resume and cover letter to: gregory.doell@parks.ny.gov or

Captain Christina Hall
New York State Park Police – Headquarters
625 Broadway, 2nd Fl
Albany, NY 12207.


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