Parks and Recreation Aide 2 (Receptionist) Saratoga Spa State Park

Duties Description Under the direction of the Park Manager and Office Manager, the selected candidate will perform the following duties which include but are limited to:

• Greet visitors in a friendly and outgoing manner.
• Communicate with patrons over the phone and in person about the park and partners in the park.
• Provide directions and information to the public as needed
• Conduct the sale of park merchandise at our gift shop
• Communicate with staff when guests arrive
• Be aware of the meeting schedule and help prepare rooms for meetings.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean greeters desk.
• Ensure all stationary is up to date and stocked.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.
• Assist with concert parking and fee collection duties.
  

Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:

• Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner.
• Must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently, as well as with others.
• Ability to communicate in writing and to read and comprehend written material. Must be capable of doing basic math such as add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Possessing a valid driver’s license is encouraged but not required.

BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System and is eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage. There is opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time & service requirements has been met. For more information, please visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx