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Parks and Recreation Aide 6 - Seasonal Plant Curator/Greenhouse (Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park)
Full Time
Education and Training
Parks and Recreation
Park Aide 6 is a full-time, seasonal position that assists the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) at Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park in maintaining Greenhouse Complex at the arboretum.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assist with watering, planting, pruning, and repotting
- Open and close the greenhouses to the general public daily
- Oversee small crews of staff or volunteers on specific tasks
- Performing other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.
Preferred qualifications:
Horticultural experience or academic training in horticulture is preferred but not required.
Additional Comments
OPERATIONAL 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.
- Work is required on weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
- Must possess strong organizational and critical thinking skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
- Ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor, including medium-heavy lifting.
BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employees’ Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage as well as the opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time and service requirements have been met.
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: 04/20/25
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
