Park Worker 3 (Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park)

Description

Duties Description

Under the supervision of higher-level personnel, the selected candidate has a broad range of responsibilities, which include supporting park programs and various maintenance and operations tasks. This position works collaboratively with park management and staff in a variety of capacities.

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

• Supervise operations and maintenance activities at WOTH.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues as well as operate the WOTH elevator as needed.
• Assist in supervising, training, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of lower-level employees.
• Supervise lower level employees in either opening or closing procedures at the Walkway.
• Perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks, including purchasing; maintaining inventories; collecting and reconciling fees; preparing written reports and documents; answering telephones and responding to inquiries; and providing visitors with information and customer friendly service.
• Perform maintenance of the Walkway, including concrete and expansion joint repair along with other trained staff.
• Perform routine maintenance on and operate a variety of power-driven mechanical equipment, including trucks, tractors, bobcats, snowplows, trailers, mowers, chainsaws, and power saws.
• Perform grounds, landscaping and building maintenance, including restroom cleaning using green practices and a variety of tools.
• Perform routine maintenance in all parks buildings, including the Walkway’s new maintenance center.
• Complete and supervise snow and ice removal operations, sometimes in extreme weather conditions, using knowledge and experience in sustainable snow removal practices necessary at WOTH.
• Assisting with pruning and tree trimming activities involving the operation of a chain saw.
• Assist park supervisor in hazardous tree identification and logging these trees into the parks hazardous tree log.
• Maintain parking lots and pay station collection systems.
• Assist in emergency situations by applying emergency procedures and practices; assisting and directing staff; and working with patrons to minimize potential problems.
• Monitor and communicate by two-way radio.
• Work closely with park management in the scheduling, permitting and the operation of public events and programs at the WOTH.
• Work closely with the WOTH Friends Group, volunteers, the community, other departments and agencies, businesses, concessionaires, and vendors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by their direct supervisor.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum 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.

• Your credit hours must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States or its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. This information can be found at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Candidates are responsible for the evaluation fee.
  
  

Operating Needs

Additional Comments

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to operate a vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must be physically able to perform light to medium physical labor.
• Must be willing to be fit tested and respirator approved in order to perform certain tasks throughout the park.
• Must complete heavy equipment training and be able to operate equipment such as Bobcat, Toolcat, etc.
• Must have the ability to operate a chainsaw and must complete OPRHP sawyer training or equivalent within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment. This training will be provided by OPRHP.
• Must be willing to complete suicide prevention/awareness training.
• Must be able to supervise employees, communicate effectively and interact cohesively with staff, park patrons, and all others.
• Must be able to communicate in writing and comprehend written material.
• Must be able to work with a minimal amount of supervision.
• Must be able to work a variable work schedule to meet operational needs, including weekends and holidays. Park hours are sunrise to sunset, and employees are scheduled accordingly.
• Must be willing to work at other State Parks facilities if needed.
  
  

Benefits

Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:

Paid Time Off

• CSEA: 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 Leave
  
  

Positions located within Dutchess County are also eligible to receive an additional $2,150 annual Mid-Hudson adjustment.

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