Park Manager 2 (NY HELPS)

Description

Duties Description

Under the general direction of the Deputy Regional Director, or the Regional Admin Team. The Park Manager 2 is responsible for all aspects of the management of Marsha P. Johnson State Park including park operations, maintenance, security and event programming. The Park Manager 2 supervises, directs, manages, and coordinates various levels of staff in various areas; ensuring the safe operations of the park and oversees all aspects of seasonal hiring at the Park. The Park Manager 2 develops and implements programs and/or services for the public. The incumbent handles the logistical support, organization and planning of programming and special events throughout the park, reserves space or equipment to be used in such programs and coordinates as needed directly with outside organizations, the regional EE team and various individuals to assure the success of such programming. The incumbent will work closely with volunteers, the community, and vendors to assure NYS Parks’ mission is always met.

The Incumbent Performs The Following Duties

• Identifies community recreational needs and works with the community, school groups, and the Regional Admin team to develop and implement programs, schedules, and special events.
• Assigns, schedules, supervises, and evaluates the effectiveness of contractors and of subordinate’s delivery of programs.
• Inspects, evaluates, and assures the readiness and availability of equipment and facilities to meet requirements for scheduled activities.
• Supervises recreation, trades, park workers and seasonal staff; participates in recruitment and training programs.
• Inspects cleaning and maintenance work; develops and implements cleaning and routine maintenance schedules.
• Prepares, updates, and executes a comprehensive plan of preventative maintenance, maintenance and repair for systems, structures, fixed equipment, and grounds at Marsha P. Johnson State Park.
• Coordinates maintenance work to minimize adverse impacts on customer services.
• Plans major repairs and preventative projects in conjunction with the Park Supervisor 1.
• Works with higher level management staff and regional capital facilities staff, as directed, to assure that priority needs for maintenance and repair are promptly identified and addressed in a manner which avoids disruption of park operations to the greatest extent feasible.
• Managers and plans a budget for equipment, repairs, and supplies needed to support existing and planned programming and events.
• Makes recommendations to higher-level management for policies, procedures, training, and facility improvements to enhance the customer experience and promote customer satisfaction.
• Assures that all Agency, Regional and Park standards for service delivery, customer service, and employee conduct and performance are consistently met.
• Evaluates Park facilities for energy conservation and sustainable operations.
• Sets standards and assigns tasks based on the daily operational needs of the park.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Permanent Competitive Appointment: To be considered for permanent appointment, candidates must be reachable on the current Civil Service eligible list or be eligible for reassignment or transfer in accordance with Civil Service Law.

Permanent Appointment Via Non-Competitive Promotion

If three or fewer qualified NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Park Manager 1 with a year of permanent competitive or 55-b/5service respond to this notice, the agency may, at its discretion, nominate a qualified employee for a permanent non-competitive promotion under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law.

Permanent Non-Competitive NY HELPS Appointment

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).*

Promotion Qualifications

To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:

Must be a qualified employee of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and have one year of permanent competitive, non-competitive, or 55 b/55-c service as a Park Manager 1, Historic Site Manager C, Recreation Complex Manager 1, Recreation Complex Manager 2, Golf Course Manager 2, Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, Golf Course Superintendent 1, Building Restoration Specialist, Maintenance Supervisor 3, Maintenance Supervisor 4, or Regional Park Maintenance Supervisor.

Open Competitive Qualifications

Seven years of experience working in a park, recreational facility, or campus* including two years of managerial experience;**

OR a bachelor's or higher level degree in environmental education, environmental management, environmental policy, environmental sustainability, forestry, golf course management, historic preservation, horticulture, natural resources management, park administration, park management or recreation management AND three years of experience working within a park, recreational facility, or campus* including two years of managerial experience.**

• A park, recreational facility, or campus is defined as a location that offers at least three of the following elements: athletic facilities, skating rink, campgrounds, golf courses, hiking trails, historic structures, marinas, picnic areas, playgrounds, recreation programs, swimming facilities or education, environmental or interpretive programming. You must clearly list this information on your application and/or resume.
• Managerial experience is defined as directing or administering at least three of the following functional areas within a park, recreational facility, or campus: administration (business, personnel, finance); environmental education/interpretation; maintenance; planning; programming; or public relations/visitor services. Your application and/or resume must clearly describe your managerial experience in three functional areas.
  
  

Examples of non-qualifying experience include but are not limited to: working at a gym, ski area/resort, and sport stadiums.

Examples of non-qualifying degrees for the purposes of these examinations include but are not limited to: accounting, anthropology, archaeology, biology (all majors), business, history, hospitality, physical education, recreation therapy and sports management.

• If verifyable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.
• For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a 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.

Provisional Appointment: (Promotion Qualifications) Must be a qualified employee of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and have one year of permanent competitive, non-competitive, or 55 b/55-c service as a Park Manager 1, Historic Site Manager C, Recreation Complex Manager 1, Recreation Complex Manager 2, Golf Course Manager 2, Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, Golf Course Superintendent 1, Building Restoration Specialist, Maintenance Supervisor 3, Maintenance Supervisor 4, or Regional Park Maintenance Supervisor.

Operating Needs

Additional Comments

• 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. If not licensed at the time of appointment, the appointee must obtain a driver’s license without restrictions or conditions within the term of probation
• This position is 40 hours per week. Weekend, holiday, and evening work is required as operational needs.
• Candidates should be well organized and possess excellent communication skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• May be required to periodically support the New York City Region’s Park and operational needs, including special assignments at other parks and emergency management tasks, as needed.
  
  

DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $4,000

Benefits

Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:

Paid Time Off

• M/C: 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays
• Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
  
  

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 / Family Leave
  
  

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx