What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park and Recreation Aide 3 - Mine Kill State Park position at Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office...?
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description This Parks & Recreation Aide 3 position will assist with park programming, trail maintenance and stewardship projects at Mine Kill State Park, Max V. Shaul State Park and John Burroughs Memorial Field State Historic Site. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Work with other park staff, SCA, and volunteers to provide nature-focused educational programming at Mine Kill State Park and satellite facilities. • Develop and implement new educational programs tailored to regional school groups grades K-12, community organizations, and the public. • Help to plan and carry out other park events.• Enhance outreach for programming by attending local events and developing fliers. • Promote and expand volunteerism in our parks, through programs such as I Love My Park Day and National Public Lands Day.• During the summer months, serve as a park ambassador, providing roving interpretation and visitor assistance as needed. • Complete trail building and maintenance, invasive species removal and other land stewardship projects.• Work with the public, including answering questions, concerns, and comments and working the park's contact station, or front booth.• Assist in all phases of park operations, assisting park visitors, safety and security, and park improvement projects.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications No minimum qualifications per Civil Service. Preferred Qualification: • A current college student or graduate in Environmental Science/Studies, Natural History, Science Education, Outdoor/Environmental Education, Ecology or related field.• Experience working in a park may be substituted for the above.*If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS: • Must have a valid NYS driver’s license at the time of appointment and must maintain it as a term and condition of employment.• Ability to work outdoors year-round.• Physically able to perform medium physical labor.• Effective communication skills.• Must be willing to keep current on all mandated safety trainings including First Aid and CPR/AED.• Hours may vary seasonally to accommodate for weekend and evening hour coverage.There are various benefits that a seasonal employee is entitled to, based on their negotiating unit: • Vacation, Holiday, Sick, And Personal Leave• Health Care Coverage• Retirement Plan• Payroll Deduction Savings Plans• Tuition Assistance Programs• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)• Employee Wellness Program (EWP)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.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications No minimum qualifications per Civil Service. Preferred Qualification: • A current college student or graduate in Environmental Science/Studies, Natural History, Science Education, Outdoor/Environmental Education, Ecology or related field.• Experience working in a park may be substituted for the above.*If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS: • Must have a valid NYS driver’s license at the time of appointment and must maintain it as a term and condition of employment.• Ability to work outdoors year-round.• Physically able to perform medium physical labor.• Effective communication skills.• Must be willing to keep current on all mandated safety trainings including First Aid and CPR/AED.• Hours may vary seasonally to accommodate for weekend and evening hour coverage.There are various benefits that a seasonal employee is entitled to, based on their negotiating unit: • Vacation, Holiday, Sick, And Personal Leave• Health Care Coverage• Retirement Plan• Payroll Deduction Savings Plans• Tuition Assistance Programs• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)• Employee Wellness Program (EWP)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.
