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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleParks and Recreation Aide 2

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $17.62 to $17.62 Hourly

Employment Type Part-Time

Part-time Percent 60%

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Variable schedule including weekends, holidays and/or evening shifts

Hours Per Week 24

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Cattaraugus

Street Address Allegany State Park

2373 ASP Route 1

City Salamanca

StateNY

Zip Code14779

Duties Description The incumbent will work in Park Operations under the direction of the Environmental Educator 1, SG-14 and Environmental Educator 2, SG-18 in the Environmental Education & Interpretation/Recreation Department. The incumbent will perform the following duties:

• Assisting in the development and implementation of environmental education courses and programs focused on various flora, fauna and historic features of the area.
• Supporting the facilitation of recreational programs.
• Creating informational displays and educational materials.
• Assisting with planning special events and recreational activities.
• Collaborating with other park staff as needed, including providing support at other regional facilities.

Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

See Additional Comments for Operational Needs.

Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• 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 be available to work a variable schedule that includes weekends, holidays and/or evening shifts as needed. Normal work shift will be 8:00 am to 4:30 pm but will include evenings as needed. Normal work schedule will be weekdays but will include weekends and holidays as needed.
• Must be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor and work in variable weather conditions.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
• Background in natural sciences, environmental studies, conservation, recreation or education.

BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage as well as the opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time and service requirements have been met

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Paula Barber

Telephone

Fax

Email Address allegany.employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street 2373 ASP Route 1, Suite 3

City Salamanca

State NY

Zip Code 14779

Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet 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 submit your resume and Employment Application via email to: Allegany.Employment@parks.ny.gov or mail to: Allegany State Park, Attn: Paula Barber, 2373 ASP Rte. 1, Ste. 3, Salamanca, NY 14779.

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