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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitlePark Director 1 (Water Safety)

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary Grade661

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $93659 to $118388 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Variable

"Other" Explanation Daytime, weekend, holiday, and evening work may be required.

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 11:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County New York

Street Address OPRHP NYC Regional Office

163 W. 125th Street, 17th Floor

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10027

Duties Description The Park Director 1 (Water Safety), M-1, is located out of the Regional Office of the NYC Region. The incumbent of this position reports to the Deputy Regional Director and the Regional Administration team. The Park Director 1 (Water Safety) will oversee and coordinate all lifeguard certifications, evaluations, and recruitment at the various parks within the NYC region year-round. The incumbent will perform rotation and floor checks onsite, conduct water and spray pad tests. The incumbent will review all lifeguard employment applications for approval through the hiring process and verify all documents as designated by agency requirements. The incumbent will also serve as the Health Director for Denny Farrell Riverbank State Parks Summer Camp during the designated timeframe. The incumbent may be responsible for managing the day-to-day operational needs of a park as assigned as operational support, including oversight of personnel, maintenance, events & permit coordination, training, budgets, spending plans and managing the security needs of the assigned location.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Serve as the Summer Camp Health Director: develop & implementation of the camp’s Medical Plan which includes the following elements:
• Review the medical histories of each camper. This information includes records of immunization history, recent or current illnesses, and existing medical conditions, restrictions or limitations, special needs or diets, medication/treatments, allergies, and any other health-related concerns.
• Identify and maintain a list of all trained first-aid staff serving the summer camp; review with the first aid staff, Camp Director, Program Supervisor, and Head Counselor, the camp’s operational and safety plan, information on responses to common first-aid emergencies, location, and contents of first aid kits, protection against blood borne pathogens, and the protocol for campers required to take medicines while at camp.
• Provide for routine health care surveillance by meeting with the Camp Director and counselor staff to alert them to signs of serious illness, injury, and abuse and the procedures to be used in responding to them.
• Maintain and operate the camps first aid station and ensure it is staffed at all times as directed by Park Admin.
• Maintains custody of medications and log each injury or instance where medication / treatment is made to a camper.
• Submits final report of all camper incidents for review to Park Administration and DOH as required.
• The Heath Director will be required to develop or review the existing Safety Plan to submit to Park Admin and the Health & Safety Director of the NYC region before camp starts for final approval.
• Review the trip and activity schedule with the Camp Director to ensure all safety protocols are followed and thought-out regarding- emergency responses and communication, protocol for injury reports and lost child notification protocols.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive budget for the assigned work unit.
• Conduct CPR courses and maintain all valid certifications with the American Red Cross Association during employment.
• Develop plans for improvement, expansion, and development of park programs and operations.
• Maintain a positive relationship with partner organizations, governmental agencies, service providers, and other interested groups to maximize recreational and environmental education services.
• Actively participate in region-wide operations and special projects & foster a culture of collaboration and oversee all lifeguard recruitments. Attend Job and career fair events to represent the agency.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher in any field AND EITHER
Four (4) years of experience with a large and well-organized park and recreation system OR
Four (4) years of experience as a lifeguard.
One (1) year of the experience must be at a supervisory level.
AND
• Possess an Emergency Medical Technician certification valid in New York State.
• Possess a current certificate in “Advanced First Aid/Responding to Emergencies” issued by the American Red Cross (ARC), or an equivalent current certificate issued by a certifying agency approved by the New York State Commissioner of Health to provide an adequate level of first aid training.
• Possess a current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate, not exceeding one year in duration, in “CPR for the Professional Rescuer” issued by the ARC, or a current certificate, not exceeding one year in duration, in CPR issued by a certifying agency approved by the State Commissioner of Health to provide an adequate level of CPR training.
• Must possess current Lifeguarding Instructor and Water Safety Instructor certifications.

*Substitution: An associate degree in any field and two years of the required specialized experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree.

Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:
• Must demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with a variety of constituents including partner agencies, friends’ groups, donors, volunteers, researchers, contractors, and park patrons.
• Possess the ability to effectively communicate with staff, park patrons and Regional Administrators, comprehend written material, effectively and easily communicate in writing, and prepare effective written materials and reports as directed.
• 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. If not licensed at the time of appointment, the appointee must obtain a driver’s license without restrictions or conditions within the term of probation
• Must demonstrate experience effectively coordinating teams and supervising employees.
• Must be willing to occasionally support tasks and projects at other New York State Parks work sites in the New York City Region.
• Must obtain during the probationary period and continue to maintain a valid FDNY F-07 (Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor Certificate) and FDNY F-03 (Certificate of Fitness) as a term and condition of employment.


DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: This position is eligible for a $4,000 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

Telephone

Fax

Email Address nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street 163 West 125th Street

17th Floor

City New

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 Regional Office. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. You must include "Park Director 1 (Water Safety)” 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.