Park Worker 3

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of experience in the operation and / or maintenance of a park, historic site, golf course, or recreational facility. In addition to operations and maintenance, the following types of experience are also qualifying: law enforcement or security, firefighting, environmental education, environmental stewardship, natural resource management, forest management, wildlife management or preservation, or historic preservation or interpretation; OR
• One year of military service in any of the military branches; OR
• An Associate’s or higher-level degree, or 60 credit hours of college level coursework; OR
• Completion of an appropriate two-year technical / trades school program or two years' experience as a trades assistant under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson.

* If verifiable, we will accept and prorate part-time and volunteer experience.

Duties Description

Under the direction of the Historic Site Manager, the Park Worker 3’s duties include but are not limited to:
• Perform building and grounds maintenance, including lawn care, trash collection and cleaning public restrooms
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on a variety of power-driven mechanical equipment including trucks, tractors, mowers, weed whackers, leaf blowers, power saws and other power toolsAaron Robin
• Assist with snow removal by shoveling and operating regional vehicles for snow plowing
• Load and unload cargo from vehicles and storage
• Perform manual labor, including lifting, bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair activities in a variety of trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, painting, and mechanical repairs
• Supervise, assign, review, train, and evaluate work of lower-level employees
• Assist with site operations, site security, and in emergency situations by applying emergency procedures and practices, assisting and directing staff and working with patrons to minimize potential problems
• Assist in building and repairing roads, paths, benches, trails, and site equipment
• Assist in other areas of site operations as needed

Additional Comments

The CSEA contracts allow for salary protection for seasonal / hourly employees who are appointed to permanent graded positions with lower hiring rates under certain circumstances. We encourage OPRHP seasonal / hourly applicants to check in with your Regional Business Office Administrator to inquire about the potential impact on your salary.

OPERATING NEEDS:
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.

BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off
• CSEA: 44 days - 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidays

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

To learn more about our benefits, 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: 09/24/24

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