Park Supervisor 1 (HELPS)

Minimum Qualifications

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).*

To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:

1. three years’ experience in the construction, operation, or maintenance of a park or recreational facility, or campus* one year of this experience must be at a supervisory level.
Or 2. an associate's or higher-level degree or 60 college semester credit hours AND one year of supervisory experience in the construction, operation or maintenance of a park, recreational facility, or campus*

A park, recreational facility, or campus is defined as a location that offers at least three of the following elements: athletic fields, skating rink, campgrounds, golf courses, hiking trails, historic structures, marinas, picnic areas, playgrounds, recreation programs, swimming facilities or education, environmental or interpretive programming.

*For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non- competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Duties Description

Under the supervision of higher-level staff, the Park Supervisor 1 is a working supervisor responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the administration, maintenance, and operations at their assigned park or complex. The Park Supervisor 1 performs a variety of administrative and maintenance duties including, but not limited to:

• Assists park administrative staff in purchasing by obtaining quotes, budget forecasting, preparing purchase requisition, etc.
• Prepares Sign-in sheets & Payroll FIN’s and other administrative functions as assigned.
• Provides coverage of front desk or reception areas as needed including managing phones and program registration.
• Plans, assigns, and assists with the completion of work projects.
• Develops and implements programs and services for the public.
• Occasionally functions as the first or second-in-command if park /complex management is not onsite.
• Supervises permanent, temporary, and seasonal personnel.
o Recruits, onboards, orients and trains new and subordinate staff as needed.
o Schedules and assigns work, providing clear directions and guidelines.
o Inspects work to ensure it is completed within allotted time frames and in accordance with codes, regulations, and safety standards.
o Assists staff in performing tasks and resolves conflict or performance related issues.
o Completes performance evaluations and discusses performance expectations with employees in a timely manner.
• Provides technical direction to staff under the direction of higher-level managers.
o Assists with development and implementation of preventative maintenance programs.
o Reviews maintenance requests and assesses materials, equipment, and labor requirements.
o Develops weekly, monthly, and yearly work schedules and updates schedules as needed.
• Responds to and works with community groups and organizations regarding facility use requests.
• Plans and schedules recreation activities and special events.
• Coordinates logistics for routine programs and special events, including security, admissions, transportation, traffic flow, and cleanup.
• Maybe be assigned other tasks as needed.

Additional Comments

OPERATING NEEDS:
• The selected candidate must be willing and able to work nights, holidays and/or weekend shifts as required.
• Candidate may be asked to supervise seasonal staff, create work lists, and staff schedules, order supplies and schedule and conduct site visits with prospective permit groups and report results.
• Position may require working in inclement weather.
• Must have the ability to read and understand material and instructions including in writing, and have effective communication skills.
• Must have the ability to lift, carry and /or move equipment or materials of different weights and sizes and the ability to stand for long hours.
• 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.
• Candidate is expected to periodically support New York City Region’s park and operational needs, including special assignments at other parks and emergency management tasks as needed.

DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400

BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Vacation, Holiday, Sick, and Personal Leave - leave benefits including:
13 days of paid vacation leave in the first year of employment with bonus days for additional years of service; 13 days annual paid holidays; five days annual paid personal leave; and 13 days of annual paid sick leave.

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

Learn more about our benefits for permanent state employees, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx.

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

Closing Date/Time: 04/30/24

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