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Job Description
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 trades¬person.
*If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.
Duties Description
Under the direction of the Golf Course Superintendent, the selected candidate’s duties include but are not limited to:
• Supervising lower-level staff at James Baird State Park and Golf Course, assigning work, evaluating work, and training lower-level employees, including seasonal staff.
• Acting independently with a minimum of direct supervision when completing everyday tasks.
• Performing maintenance of James Baird State Park by using hand/portable power tools and motorized equipment such as mowers, tractors, saws, tillers, trimmers, chainsaws, bucket trucks, chippers, stump grinders etc.
• Maintaining the cleanliness of the park by cleaning restrooms, emptying trash, cleaning offices, and other work areas to promote a pleasant visitor experience.
• Performing basic wintertime preventative maintenance on all park equipment.
• Assisting with all aspects of facilities and grounds maintenance including ice control and snow removal, as well as assisting with general maintenance of the golf course when needed.
• Performing all aspects of tree maintenance including evaluation, pruning, felling, and removal.
• Maintaining records including those pertaining to daily maintenance, hazardous trees, trucks, automated external defibrillators (AED), fire extinguishers, site supplies and assets, and the internal work order system.
• Working effectively with patrons and community groups to ensure routine programs and special events, including security, admissions, transportation, traffic flow, and cleanup are carried out safely.
• This position may involve medium to heavy physical labor.
Additional Comments
OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs and emergencies.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to operate a vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must obtain Game of Logging Certification (levels 1, 2, and 3) within the probationary period or at the next class offering.
BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
• Paid Time Off:
o 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• Health Care Benefits:
o Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• Additional Benefits:
o New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
o NYS Deferred Compensation
o Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
o 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: 10/14/24 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Show moreThe mission of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors and to be responsible stewards of our valuable natural, historic and cultural resources.
From the shores of Long Island to the mighty Niagara Falls, New York's 180 state parks offer countless opportunities to explore your natural environment, escape from the grind of the everyday and experience exciting new adventures. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, and golf courses all await you!
New York's state parks... With all there is to see and do, how will you spend your time?
NEW YORK STATE IS KNOCKING IT OUT OF THE PARKS!
Come work with us, and...
- Be a part of the premier park system in the United States - with more than 250 state parks, historic sites, golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, campgrounds, marinas, trails, and museums and nature centers.
- Work in some of the most beautiful, scenic, and historic places New York State has to offer.
- Make a tangible impact on your community. Parks are for everyone, and all are welcome here: People of every age, ability, color, or creed belong here – without exceptions – yourself included! People of every kind come visit us in order to have experiences – and at OPRHP, we get to be part of these special times in truly meaningful ways. See how you can make a difference as a part of Team OPRHP!
State parks and historic sites are staffed by a core of permanent employees who work year-round to maintain these precious resources. During the peak of our operating season (May through September) the permanent staff is supplemented by several thousand seasonal employees who work to ensure that our patrons have a positive and safe experience when visiting our sites.
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