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 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?

See more at: https://parks.ny.gov/

Industry: Government Administration
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation

Savvy Admin PROD

**Description**

**Duties Description**

Under the direction of the Park Manager overseeing maintenance and operations at Olana State Historic Site, the employee will perform varied maintenance and operations duties at both the site's mansion and maintenance center.

The duties of this position will include but are not limited to:

-  Routine maintenance on a variety of power-driven mechanical equipment.

-  Buildings, grounds and tree maintenance, including evaluation, pruning, felling and removal of trees using a chain saw, bucket truck, and chipper.

-  Semi-skilled maintenance and repairs in a variety of trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electric, painting, and masonry.

-  Recordkeeping of daily maintenance, purchasing, and related matters, as well as training, assigning, and supervising subordinate staff.

-  Assistance in emergency situations.

-  Assistance with snow removal and in building and repairing roads, paths, benches, trails and park equipment.

-  Occasional assistance with maintenance and operations at other State Park facilities as needed.

-  Additional duties related to routine maintenance of water treatment systems.

**Reassignment Qualifications**

**Minimum Qualifications**

Applicants must currently be in a Park Worker 3 position with OPRHP.

**Non-Competitive Qualifications**

One year of experience in the operation and/or maintenance of a park, historic site, golf course, or recreational facility;

OR - One year of experience in any of the following fields:

-  Law enforcement or security

-  Firefighting

-  Emergency Medical Services

-  Environmental education or stewardship

-  Natural resources management (e.g., forest management, wildlife management/preservation)

-  Historic preservation or interpretation

-  Landscaping or grounds maintenance

OR - One year of military service in any branch of the United States Armed Forces;

OR - Thirty (30) semester credit hours of college-level coursework from an accredited college or university;

OR - Completion of a two-year technical/trades school program;

OR - Two years of experience as a trade assistant working under the direct supervision of a skilled tradesperson.

**Operational 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.

-  Must have the ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor tasks.

-  Must be able to communicate effectively, with other staff, park patrons, outside businesses, agencies, and Friends groups.

-  Must have the ability to read and comprehend written material.

-  Must have the ability to supervise others.

-  Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs and emergencies. Must be able to work at both reporting locations of the Olana State Historic Site as work alternates between facilities based on operational needs as well.

-  Experience working with historic structures and landscapes is preferred but not required.

**Benefits**

The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation offers a generous benefits package that includes but is not limited to:

**Paid Time Off**

-  44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.

**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.

Additional location pay is available for the following counties: Bronx, Kings, Nassau, NYC-Manhattan, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, and Westchester, Dutchess, Orange, and Putnam.

This position may require a background check and/or medical exam prior to appointment.

Park Worker 3 - Olana State Historic Site

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