Park and Recreation Aide 6/7 - Invasive Species Strike Team Leader - Long Island

Description

Duties Description

Invasive Species Strike Team Leader is a full-time, year-round seasonal position that assists the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) on Long Island in implementing the Agency’s statewide Invasive Species Management strategy. The strike team primarily performs manual invasive plant removals, as well as surveys, education, and other activities as assigned on State Park lands. The team will report to Connetquot River State Park Preserve in Oakdale and travel to other State Parks on Long Island using agency vehicles. The team will have four members, one of which will be the team leader. Work conditions include uneven terrain, heat, cold, and exposure to poison ivy, thorns, ticks, and biting insects. Appropriate protective equipment will be provided.

Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Organizing daily activities, troubleshooting minor logistical and mechanical issues
• Ensuring safety of team members
• Field data collection and entry
• Confirming data accuracy during collection
• Writing reports weekly on team activities and progress
• Manual and mechanical removal of invasive species
• Invasive species survey and detection
• Post-removal monitoring
• Restoration planting
• Assisting with creation and updates of invasive species management plans
• Park patron education
• Performing other related duties as assigned
  
  

No Minimum Qualifications Per Civil Service.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• A degree in ecology, botany, environmental studies, forestry, natural resource management, or a relevant discipline, such as aquatic ecology, conservation biology, etc.
• Some supervisory experience.
• Experience with plant identification and a familiarity with invasive species.
• Familiarity with GPS/GIS and ecological monitoring methods.
• Ability to work, and maintain a good attitude, while performing physical work year-round.
• Strong interest in and commitment to environmental stewardship and team-oriented approach to solving environmental challenges.
• Backcountry orienteering and “Leave No Trace” experience a plus.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
  
  

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 be at least 18 years old
• Must possess strong organizational and critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently or on a team.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time outside and lift up to 50 lbs.
• A degree or coursework in ecology, environmental studies, forestry, natural resource management, or a relevant discipline, such as aquatic ecology, conservation biology, etc.
• Familiarity with invasive species and/or biological surveys.
• Familiarity with GPS/GIS.
• Backcountry orienteering and “Leave No Trace” experience a plus.
  
  

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 has been met.

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

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