Position Information

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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitlePark Worker 3 (DeVeaux Woods State Park)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade09

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $42641 to $52413 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Variable schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Shifts are typically 7:00am-3:30pm or 12:00pm-9:30pm

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 9:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Niagara

Street Address DeVeaux Woods State Park

3120 De Veaux Woods Drive

City Niagara Falls

StateNY

Zip Code14305

Job Specifics

Duties Description Under the supervision of higher-level personnel, the Park Worker 3 will be assigned to DeVeaux Woods State Park. 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.
• 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.
• Must be able to walk long distances and navigate difficult terrain.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Courtney Zimmerman

Telephone

Fax

Email Address niagara.employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street Regional Business Office, Niagara Falls State Park

P.O. Box 1132

City Niagara Falls

State NY

Zip Code 14303

 

Notes on ApplyingIf 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 website at www.parks.ny.gov/employment.

Please forward your application and resume, if available, within (10) calendar days of the posting of this notice to Courtney Zimmerman, Regional Business Office, Niagara Falls State Park, P.O. Box 1132, Niagara Falls, NY 14303. Resumes may also be emailed to: Niagara.Employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “Park Worker 3 - Deveaux Woods State Park"

It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.

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, STEP 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.