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Parks and Recreation Aide 6 (Finger Lakes Parks Regional Trail Specialist)
Full Time
Parks and Recreation
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) in the Finger Lakes Region is seeking a full-time, year-round, long-term seasonal Trail Technician to aid in the maintenance and construction of trails within the Finger Lakes State Parks. The Regional Trail Technician will work both independently and as part of a team to perform a wide range of trail maintenance and construction tasks throughout the region. The Regional Trail Technician will work under the direction of the Regional Trails Coordinator. The position will require supervision of four seasonal crew members, two SCA (Student Conservation Association) Parks Corps trail stewards, with occasional supervision of additional park staff, volunteer crews, and conservation corps teams. The position reports to Taughannock Falls State Park in Trumansburg, NY. Housing is not provided.
Minimum Qualifications
There are no minimum qualifications per Civil Service.
See operating needs under additional comments.
Additional Comments
OPERATING NEEDS:
Must possess at least three years of experience with outdoor labor, particularly trail maintenance and construction or
any of the following: dry stone masonry, carpentry, landscaping, general construction.
Must possess at least two seasons of experience with supervising trail construction crews or equivalent work and
managing project logistics.
Must possess at least one year of experience using hand tools, power tools, and performing/troubleshooting basic
tool maintenance.
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.
Possess the ability to operate a chainsaw and complete NYS Parks Saw Training program during the next training session.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Leadership, volunteer coordination, and project management experience.
- Experience operating light equipment such as skid steer, mini-excavators, and utility task vehicles (UTV).
- Experience working with ropes, winches, and high line rigging systems, or arborist work.
- Experience with handheld GPS data collection and ArcGIS (geographic information system) online.
- Experience with trail-related tools including shovels, picks, rock bars, rogue hoes, chainsaws, gas augers, rock drills,
- Experience operating a chainsaw.
- Knowledge of sustainable trail layout and structural design.
BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System. Is eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage. Opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time & service
requirements have been met.
This position is eligible to receive certifications not limited to the following:
- CPR/First Aid
- Game of Logging Level 1 & 2 or equivalent sawyer training
- Equipment Trailering/Load Securement Training
- UTV Operator/Safety Training
- Tractor Operator/Safety Training
- Risk Tree Assessment Training
- Respirator Fit Test & Use Training
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Closing Date/Time: 04/07/25
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 : $21
