Program Aide - Bear Mountain State Park (Palisades Region)

Duties Description

The Program Aide at Bear Mountain State Park will report to the Administrative Officer for the Palisades Interstate Park Commission. The incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of purchasing using New York State guidelines. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the following:
• Administer P-card purchases.
• Oversee the outside bidding process.
• Submit and receive requisitions for purchase orders in the Statewide Financial System (SFS) for the entire region.
• Responsible for prompt payment of vendor invoices and inquiries.
• Perform P-card reconciliations as well as process new P-card applications and change requests.
• Order propane/fuel oil for multiple facilities throughout the region.
• Communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner.
• Work effectively in a team setting and demonstrate flexibility in tasks and schedules.
• Follow instructions, including written direction, accurately and efficiently.
• Adheres to the agency’s Code of Conduct Policy and ensure compliance with all guidelines, policies, and procedures in the performance of daily tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

Non-competitive NY HELPS Minimum Qualifications

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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:

Three years of experience performing clerical, keyboarding, or paraprofessional work in an office environment.

55 b/c: This position is eligible for 55b/c appointment, and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. To be eligible for a 55b/c appointment, candidate must be currently enrolled in the Civil Service 55b/c program. Information about the 55b/c program can be found here: https://www.cs.ny.gov/rp55/.

Competitive Qualifications:

Eligible for a lateral transfer or eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law by having one year of permanent competitive service in an appropriate title. Information regarding transfer eligibility is available on the Civil Service Career Mobility Office website at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.

OR

Reachable on the appropriate eligible list.

Note: Non-competitive refers to not competing in an examination; the appointment will be competitive.

*NY HELPS PROGRAM:

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a permanent 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 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.

Additional Comments

OPERATING NEEDS:
• 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.
• Experience in purchasing/accounts payable is preferred but not necessary.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Candidate must be able to work Monday through Friday.

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 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: 02/08/25

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• New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation

• 518-474-0453

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