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Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Title Park Worker 3 (Letchworth State Park - North End)
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 10%
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation Generally, 8am-4:30pm. Variable schedule that may include weekends, holidays and/or evening shifts.
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 8 AM
To 4:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? Yes
Compressed workweek allowed? Yes
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Livingston
Street Address Letchworth State Park - North End
1728 Park Rd.
City Leicester
State NY
Zip Code 14481
Duties Description The Park Worker 3 will report directly to the Park Manager 1, SG-18 and will be assigned to Letchworth State Park (North End). 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 50 pounds, 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.- Operate regional commercial vehicles for various projects as needed. - 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 possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake and tanker endorsements that allows the candidate to legally operate commercial vehicles in New York State or obtain one within the probationary period and maintain it 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.Under the provision of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (1991), this position has been designated Safety Sensitive. The incumbent is required to participate in pre-employment, random and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.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 Genesee Region
Telephone
Fax
Email Address genesee.employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Letchworth State Park
1 Letchworth Park
City Castile
State NY
Zip Code 14427
Notes on Applying All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Please submit your resume and cover letter as a Word or PDF attachment. We are unable to open documents from Google Docs, Google Drive, OneDrive, Apple Pages, and/or "the cloud."Please submit your resume and employment application via email to: Genesee.Employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line "Park Worker 3 - Letchworth SP - North"It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. Failure to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications, and operating needs may result in your resume not being considered for this position.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.
