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Parks and Recreation Aide 4 (Environmental Education) - Taconic Region
Full Time
Education and Training
Environmental Services
Parks and Recreation
Under the supervision and in coordination with the Park Manager or other higher-level staff, the Park & Recreation Aide 4’s duties will include but are not limited to:
- Assist with planning and leading educational programs, interpretive walks, and stewardship events.
- Develop new programs and content; plan and prepare teaching aids by researching and producing educational and promotional materials.
- Maintain the Adaptive Hiking Program; including the reservation system, fielding public inquiries, training new users and volunteers, coordinating accessible programming. Must also clean, repair, and maintain equipment.
- Work with stewardship team to evaluate habitat conditions and broader ecologic implications to inform educational programming. Includes collecting, inventorying, and maintaining specimens, taking measurements, and compiling data for presentation.
- Conduct field trips for schools; prepare and teach lesson plans for a wide range of ages and groups.
- Assist with community outreach and help develop social media content.
- Acquire and maintain specimens and other teaching materials for programs, manage collections and exhibits.
- Assist supervisor by preparing reports, training and supervising volunteers, and performing other administrative tasks to support programs and park operations.
- Work closely with volunteers, the community, and vendors to ensure New York State Parks’ mission to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities is always met.
- Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
There are no minimum qualifications per Civil Service.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Comments
OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
- One year of experience in environmental education programming; or a Bachelor’s degree with specialization in natural science, natural resource management, environmental education, or a related field.
- 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.
- Must be willing to report to other facilities if operationally necessary.
BENEFITS:
There are various benefits that a seasonal employee is entitled to, based on their time worked with the agency:
- New York State Retirement Plan Membership Eligibility
- Health Insurance and Vacation/Sick/Personal Time Off eligibility after a period of service.
- Tuition Assistance Programs
Learn more about our benefits for seasonal 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: 04/02/25
New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
The 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.
Salary : $18
