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Parks and Recreation Aide 7 – Public Affairs (Saratoga Regional Office)
Full Time
Parks and Recreation
Political or Public Affairs
Under the direction of the Regional Director Parks & Recreation 1, the selected candidate will perform a range of tasks associated with the Agency Public Affairs Office and the Regional Director. Duties include, but are not limited to:
A. Coordinate Agency Communications Programs in the Region:
- Assisting the Agency Public Affairs Office and the Regional Director in responding to telephone, email, and written inquiries from media outlets, constituent groups, and the public. Inquiries may include routine requests for information, complaints, and topics related to complex or controversial matters.
- Coordinate regional roll-out of agency branding and communications programs (ex. State Parks Centennial, Commissioner’s weekly newsletter content, Region’s Access for All campaign)
- Coordinate production, supplies, and distribution of print publications. Ex. Rack Cards, Regional Annual Report
B. Coordinate press, social media, and presentations. Produced outreach materials and events:
- Schedule, plan, and produce press releases and regional media events in close collaboration with the Agency Public Affairs Office.
- Support the marketing and messaging for park/site programming and events
- Assist with regional coordination and promotion of State-wide events (First Day Hikes, I Love My Park Day, Juneteenth, etc., as necessary)
- Coordinate public messaging and outreach of Friends projects, especially those funded by the PTNY partnership or other state funding sources.
- Monitor and manage the Region’s digital content: www.parks.ny.gov:
- NYS Parks Explorer app content and notifications
- Social media accounts and park/site support
- Support the development of a new agency website
- Produces presentations on special projects, including video clips, meeting presentations, and promotional materials for agency and region, including the Spa Park Partners Forum, quarterly Regional Commission meetings, SCOP and executive staff events in the region, and associated initiatives
C. Foster Community Connections and Partnership Development:
- Represents OPRHP at conventions, seminars, exhibits, professional gatherings, and outreach meetings, encouraging increased awareness of OPRHP facilities and programs by a cross-section of constituencies, including minorities and the disabled. Support agency Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives. Review existing publications, in-house and external, for potential modifications designed to reach special populations.
- Reviews statistics and professional research on patron use to determine needs, interests, and barriers to park utilization, particularly with relation to under-represented groups, minorities, and the disabled.
D. Occasional travel to do on-site work for the region’s parks and historic sites.
E. Other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.
Preferred Qualification: a bachelor’s degree or soon-to-be graduate in Public Affairs, Marketing, Communications, Languages, or related field.
Additional Comments
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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Closing Date/Time: 03/28/25
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 : $23
