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Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Title Park Worker 3 - Oriskany Battlefield State Historic Site
Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade 09
Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $42641 to $52413 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 5%
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation Variable schedule including weekends.
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 7 AM
To 3:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? Yes
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Oneida
Street Address Oriskany Battlefield State Historic Site
7801 State Route 69
City Oriskany
State NY
Zip Code 13424
Duties Description The Park Worker 3, SG-9 will report directly to the Historic Site Regional Supervisor, M-1 and will be assigned to Oriskany Battlefield State Historic Site. Duties may include, but are not limited to: - Operate and maintain heavy equipment and vehicles, including trucks, loaders, tractors, trailers, and power tools.- Supervise, train, and provide direction to lower-level staff.- Assist with emergency response activities.- Oversee and enforce applicable safety regulations and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).- Coordinate work assignments with regional supervisors and park managers.- Assist with landscaping tasks, including planting, pruning, mowing, and general groundskeeping.- Perform manual labor, including lifting up to 50lbs, bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods. - Inspect and maintain areas to ensure they are clean and safe for public use, including trash collection, restroom maintenance, and minor repairs. Report any issues or concerns to supervisory staff.- May perform skilled and semi-skilled tasks such as carpentry tasks (minor wood replacement and building repairs), plumbing tasks (faucet changing and bathroom winterizing), electrical tasks (changing switches and light fixtures, light bulbs, and breakers), masonry tasks (pouring sidewalks and pads), and mechanical repairs (oil changes, sharpening blades, replacing belts and hoses).- Provide excellent customer service to park visitors, answering questions, providing information, and ensuring a positive experience. - Participate in the setup and breakdown of park events and activities.- Perform snow and ice removal during the winter months. - Maintain accurate records of work performed, equipment used, and materials consumed.- Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.- Assist in emergency situations by applying emergency procedures and practices, assisting and directing staff, and working with patrons to minimize potential problems.
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.
Additional Comments Operating Needs:- 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 available to work a variable schedule that includes weekends, holidays and/or evening shifts.- Must have a working knowledge of the safe operation of hand and stationary shop tools.- Must have the ability to operate a variety of driven machinery.- Must be physically able to perform medium to heavy manual labor.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 holidaysHealth Care Benefits:- Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional costAdditional 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 LeaveTo learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Barbara Sorrells
Telephone 315-492-1756
Fax
Email Address central.employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
6105 East Seneca Turnpike
City Jamesville
State NY
Zip Code 13078
Notes on Applying 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 by visiting the website at https://parks.ny.gov/employmentPlease forward your application and resume, if available, to Barbara Sorrells, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, 6105 E Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville, NY 13078 or email to Central.Employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line "Park Worker 3 - Oriskany Battlefield SHS" If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Charles Halligan at (315) 492-1756. It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications.Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.Please be advised that New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation does not use E-Verify and does not offer sponsorship for employment visas statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT). Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position.
