Job description

TITLE/GRADE/SALARY HIRING RATE: Park Worker 2 / SG-6 / $33,157

WORK LOCATION: Allegany State Park, Red House Area

NEGOTIATING UNIT: CSEA, NU03 – Operational Services Unit

JURISDICTIONAL CLASS: Non-Competitive

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Full time, Permanent

WORK SCHEDULE: Variable

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of Allegany State Park, Red House Area Park Manager or their designee on the Maintenance Crew. Duties will include:

• Inspect, check and patrol park areas to detect unauthorized entries, vandalism, equipment failure, and maintenance problems.
• Perform general maintenance activities such as, but not limited to, fixing or replacing locks; repairing screens; repairing porch steps; minor plumbing repairs; interior and exterior painting; assist in repairing roads, paths, benches, trails, cabins, picnic shelters, and various equipment.
• Assist skilled or semi-skilled trades positions by performing a variety of supporting tasks.
• The incumbent will perform necessary pesticide control measures on an as needed basis in facility buildings, cabins, picnic areas, and campgrounds and document those control measures per NYS Department of Environmental Conservation requirements.
• May handle complaints or inquiries from park patrons and may supervise a small crew of lower level or seasonal staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

There are no education or experience requirements. Applicants must be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor. When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. Applicants must also be able to communicate effectively with other staff and with park patrons.

OPERATIONAL NEED:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess a NYS Pesticide Technician Certification, Category 7A, or obtain one within the probationary period, and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.
• Must be available to work a variable schedule, including evenings, holidays and weekends as deemed necessary.
• Must be reliable, flexible, and willing to work in a team setting.

If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency’s operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at www.parks.ny.gov/employment. Please forward your application and resume, if available, to Valerie O’Connor, Administrative Assistant 2, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, 2373 ASP Rt. 1, Ste. #3, Salamanca, NY 14779. If you have any questions concerning this position, please contact Valerie O’Connor at (716) 379-6927.

It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.

POSTING DATE: April 3, 2023 APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: April 17, 2023

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33,157.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

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