New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Bronx, New York, United States
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher in any field AND EITHER Five years of experience with a large and well?organized park and recreation system OR Five years of administrative experience that includes responsibility for organizing and directing a major program or group of programs. Two years of the experience must be at a supervisory level. Substitution: An associate degree in any field and two years of the required specialized experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree. Duties Description THE ORGANIZATION: NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation operates 250 State Parks and Historic Sites across 12 regions in New York State. The New York City Region includes 8 diverse parks located in the 5 counties comprising New York City. The parks in the NYC Region consist of: Bayswater Point State Park, Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve, Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park, FDR Four Freedoms State Park, Gantry Plaza State Park, Marsha P. Johnson State Park, Roberto Clemente State Park, and Shirley Chisholm State Park. The facilities in the region’s parks range from rustic nature preserves to presidential monuments to multifaceted recreation campuses featuring an array of buildings, engineered systems, swimming facilities and recreation facilities. The region as a whole is distinguished by its extensive public programming throughout each year. http://www.parks.ny.gov/regions/new-york-city/default.aspx THE POSITION, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Park Director 2, M-2, is located at Roberto Clemente State Park in the Bronx. The incumbent of this position reports to the Deputy Regional Director, M-4, located in the New York City Regional Office. The Park Director 2 is responsible for managing the day-to-day operational needs of Roberto Clemente State Park, including oversight of personnel, maintenance, event & permit coordination, and managing the security needs of the park. The Park Director 2 also manages staff, trainings, budgets, spending plans, and maintenance plans of the various park areas. Duties include but are not limited to: • Supervising the overall operation of the park, including overseeing the following work units: maintenance, operations, recreational programming, facility management including the various pools, events and permits. • Developing and managing a comprehensive budget for the park as a whole as well as its individual work units. • Establishing and maintaining safety and security programs, procedures, and protocols for the park in collaboration with Park Police. • Collaborating with the Regional Director, Deputy Regional Director, construction and engineering staff, and contractors in planning for any park construction, renovation, and development projects. • Regularly inspecting the park to determine the quality of maintenance, horticultural management, and operations. • Developing plans for improving, expanding, and creating park programs and operations. • Establishing positive relationships with community organizations, partner organizations, governmental agencies, service providers, and other interest groups to maximize recreational and environmental education services. • Maintaining positive relationships with community organizations, local government officials, park patrons, and neighborhood groups to promote the park and its programs. • Developing and maintaining a positive and collaborative relationship with NYC Regional Management team. • Actively participating in region-wide operations and special projects, as well as fostering a culture of collaboration. Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS: • Bilingual - Spanish fluency preferred. • Must demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with a variety of constituents including partner agencies, Friends groups, donors, volunteers, researchers, contractors, and park patrons. • Must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and activities simultaneously. • Must possess the ability to effectively communicate with staff, park patrons and Regional Administrators. o Must be able to comprehend written material and instruction. o Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and writing, prepare written materials and reports as directed. • Must demonstrate experience effectively organizing and coordinating teams and supervising employees and projects. • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment. • Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. • May be required to report to other facilities within the NYC region on an as needed basis. DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400 BENEFITS: Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including: • Paid Time Off: o PEF and CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays. o M/C: 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays. o PEF and M/C: Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development. • Health Care Benefits: o Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost • Additional Benefits: o New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership o NYS Deferred Compensation o Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) o Paid Parental / Family Leave To 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. Closing Date/Time: 05/17/24
May 04, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher in any field AND EITHER Five years of experience with a large and well?organized park and recreation system OR Five years of administrative experience that includes responsibility for organizing and directing a major program or group of programs. Two years of the experience must be at a supervisory level. Substitution: An associate degree in any field and two years of the required specialized experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree. Duties Description THE ORGANIZATION: NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation operates 250 State Parks and Historic Sites across 12 regions in New York State. The New York City Region includes 8 diverse parks located in the 5 counties comprising New York City. The parks in the NYC Region consist of: Bayswater Point State Park, Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve, Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park, FDR Four Freedoms State Park, Gantry Plaza State Park, Marsha P. Johnson State Park, Roberto Clemente State Park, and Shirley Chisholm State Park. The facilities in the region’s parks range from rustic nature preserves to presidential monuments to multifaceted recreation campuses featuring an array of buildings, engineered systems, swimming facilities and recreation facilities. The region as a whole is distinguished by its extensive public programming throughout each year. http://www.parks.ny.gov/regions/new-york-city/default.aspx THE POSITION, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Park Director 2, M-2, is located at Roberto Clemente State Park in the Bronx. The incumbent of this position reports to the Deputy Regional Director, M-4, located in the New York City Regional Office. The Park Director 2 is responsible for managing the day-to-day operational needs of Roberto Clemente State Park, including oversight of personnel, maintenance, event & permit coordination, and managing the security needs of the park. The Park Director 2 also manages staff, trainings, budgets, spending plans, and maintenance plans of the various park areas. Duties include but are not limited to: • Supervising the overall operation of the park, including overseeing the following work units: maintenance, operations, recreational programming, facility management including the various pools, events and permits. • Developing and managing a comprehensive budget for the park as a whole as well as its individual work units. • Establishing and maintaining safety and security programs, procedures, and protocols for the park in collaboration with Park Police. • Collaborating with the Regional Director, Deputy Regional Director, construction and engineering staff, and contractors in planning for any park construction, renovation, and development projects. • Regularly inspecting the park to determine the quality of maintenance, horticultural management, and operations. • Developing plans for improving, expanding, and creating park programs and operations. • Establishing positive relationships with community organizations, partner organizations, governmental agencies, service providers, and other interest groups to maximize recreational and environmental education services. • Maintaining positive relationships with community organizations, local government officials, park patrons, and neighborhood groups to promote the park and its programs. • Developing and maintaining a positive and collaborative relationship with NYC Regional Management team. • Actively participating in region-wide operations and special projects, as well as fostering a culture of collaboration. Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS: • Bilingual - Spanish fluency preferred. • Must demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with a variety of constituents including partner agencies, Friends groups, donors, volunteers, researchers, contractors, and park patrons. • Must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and activities simultaneously. • Must possess the ability to effectively communicate with staff, park patrons and Regional Administrators. o Must be able to comprehend written material and instruction. o Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and writing, prepare written materials and reports as directed. • Must demonstrate experience effectively organizing and coordinating teams and supervising employees and projects. • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment. • Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. • May be required to report to other facilities within the NYC region on an as needed basis. DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400 BENEFITS: Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including: • Paid Time Off: o PEF and CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays. o M/C: 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays. o PEF and M/C: Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development. • Health Care Benefits: o Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost • Additional Benefits: o New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership o NYS Deferred Compensation o Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) o Paid Parental / Family Leave To 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. Closing Date/Time: 05/17/24
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Manhattan; Queens; Brooklyn; Bronx, New York, United States
Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications for this title per Civil Service. Duties Description • Incumbent will help plan, prepare, teach, and evaluate public and private in-person environmental education and stewardship programs, under the direction of permanent education staff. There will be a focus on early childhood education. • Employee will provide excellent customer service to patrons by answering questions and disseminating information. • Employee will prepare program material; materials will be kept organized; employee will help transport program materials to and from regional sites. • Employee will perform field work to support environmental education programs and park stewardship which may include both participating and leading volunteers in community science programs, weeding, clean-ups, and invasive species removals. • Employee will help educators develop social media content, design temporary exhibits, and create other content as needed. • Employee will assist with operations and horticulture work 1-2 days a week, such as: removes trash, cleans facilities, patrols park, remove weeds, provide patrons with information about park Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS: • Must be willing to work outdoors and, in all weather, conditions. • Must be available to work a varied schedule, including weekends, holidays, and nights. The schedule will generally be Tuesday - Saturday, 8:00am - 4:30pm but may be shifted for special events. • Must be willing to handle and provide care for live animals including fish and invertebrate species. • Must have excellent communication skills and be willing and able to speak publicly to diverse audiences. • Fluency in Spanish or a second language is preferred. • Must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently. • Experience in the field of environmental education preferred. • An environmental or education related degree is preferred. • Experience working with children 0-10, or experience in an education setting preferred. • Experience with social media, graphic design, public speaking and communication, leadership, and/or cartography preferred. • Must have experience in or demonstrate willingness to learn the following programs: Instagram, Eventbrite, Canva, G Suite, Microsoft Office (specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams), ArcMap, Adobe Suite (specifically Illustrator, Acrobat). • Must be willing to travel to NYS Parks throughout the NYC Region and the 5 Boroughs (vehicle will be provided from host site). • Must possess a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment. 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. Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including: • Paid Time Off: o PEF and CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays. o M/C: 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays. o PEF and M/C: Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development. • Health Care Benefits: o Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost • Additional Benefits: o New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership o NYS Deferred Compensation o Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) o Paid Parental / Family Leave To 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. Closing Date/Time: 05/14/24
Apr 30, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications for this title per Civil Service. Duties Description • Incumbent will help plan, prepare, teach, and evaluate public and private in-person environmental education and stewardship programs, under the direction of permanent education staff. There will be a focus on early childhood education. • Employee will provide excellent customer service to patrons by answering questions and disseminating information. • Employee will prepare program material; materials will be kept organized; employee will help transport program materials to and from regional sites. • Employee will perform field work to support environmental education programs and park stewardship which may include both participating and leading volunteers in community science programs, weeding, clean-ups, and invasive species removals. • Employee will help educators develop social media content, design temporary exhibits, and create other content as needed. • Employee will assist with operations and horticulture work 1-2 days a week, such as: removes trash, cleans facilities, patrols park, remove weeds, provide patrons with information about park Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS: • Must be willing to work outdoors and, in all weather, conditions. • Must be available to work a varied schedule, including weekends, holidays, and nights. The schedule will generally be Tuesday - Saturday, 8:00am - 4:30pm but may be shifted for special events. • Must be willing to handle and provide care for live animals including fish and invertebrate species. • Must have excellent communication skills and be willing and able to speak publicly to diverse audiences. • Fluency in Spanish or a second language is preferred. • Must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently. • Experience in the field of environmental education preferred. • An environmental or education related degree is preferred. • Experience working with children 0-10, or experience in an education setting preferred. • Experience with social media, graphic design, public speaking and communication, leadership, and/or cartography preferred. • Must have experience in or demonstrate willingness to learn the following programs: Instagram, Eventbrite, Canva, G Suite, Microsoft Office (specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams), ArcMap, Adobe Suite (specifically Illustrator, Acrobat). • Must be willing to travel to NYS Parks throughout the NYC Region and the 5 Boroughs (vehicle will be provided from host site). • Must possess a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment. 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. Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including: • Paid Time Off: o PEF and CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays. o M/C: 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays. o PEF and M/C: Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development. • Health Care Benefits: o Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost • Additional Benefits: o New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership o NYS Deferred Compensation o Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) o Paid Parental / Family Leave To 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. Closing Date/Time: 05/14/24
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Bronx, New York, United States
Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have four years of full-time experience in a trade under a skilled tradesperson, which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in skilled trades at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services. Duties Description The Trades Generalist at Roberto Clemente State Park will be responsible for a trade in one of the following areas: carpentry, plumbing, electric, motor equipment, small engine repair, or masonry. The Trades Generaliust will perform a variety of skilled and semiskilled maintenance, repair, installation, and construction tasks in the mechanical, building, motor equipment and electrical trades. Incumbents must have a working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in their respective trade(s). In addition, the Trades Generalist will: • Plan and lay out projects, supervise and train others as well as read and interpret plans. • Direct facility maintenance, supervising lower-level staff, and overseeing operations of aquatics area filter rooms, chemicals, and pumps. • May be responsible for directing park operations in the absence of park management. Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS: • Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term ad condition of employment. • The schedule is 40 hours per week, with pass days to be determined. Weekend, evening, and holiday shifts may also be required. • Must be able to read and interpret blueprints. • Candidates able to supervise others and to act independently with a minimum of supervision. • Must have the ability to understand and carry out instructions, including in writing. • Must have a knowledge of standard safety practices. • Candidate is expected to periodically support the New York City Region’s park and operational needs, including special assignments at other parks and emergency management tasks as needed. DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400 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 • Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development 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 / Family Leave To 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. Closing Date/Time: 05/08/24
Apr 24, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have four years of full-time experience in a trade under a skilled tradesperson, which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in skilled trades at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services. Duties Description The Trades Generalist at Roberto Clemente State Park will be responsible for a trade in one of the following areas: carpentry, plumbing, electric, motor equipment, small engine repair, or masonry. The Trades Generaliust will perform a variety of skilled and semiskilled maintenance, repair, installation, and construction tasks in the mechanical, building, motor equipment and electrical trades. Incumbents must have a working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in their respective trade(s). In addition, the Trades Generalist will: • Plan and lay out projects, supervise and train others as well as read and interpret plans. • Direct facility maintenance, supervising lower-level staff, and overseeing operations of aquatics area filter rooms, chemicals, and pumps. • May be responsible for directing park operations in the absence of park management. Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS: • Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term ad condition of employment. • The schedule is 40 hours per week, with pass days to be determined. Weekend, evening, and holiday shifts may also be required. • Must be able to read and interpret blueprints. • Candidates able to supervise others and to act independently with a minimum of supervision. • Must have the ability to understand and carry out instructions, including in writing. • Must have a knowledge of standard safety practices. • Candidate is expected to periodically support the New York City Region’s park and operational needs, including special assignments at other parks and emergency management tasks as needed. DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400 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 • Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development 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 / Family Leave To 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. Closing Date/Time: 05/08/24
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Bronx, New York, United States
Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree in horticulture, agronomy, forestry, or a closely related field; OR Two years of technical experience in horticulture, plant propagation, nursery, or greenhouse work, which includes plant pest and disease detection and control; OR Two years of college study in one of the above specialties and one year of experience as described. Duties Description DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Park Manager and/or higher-level personnel, the Horticultural Technician 1 performs a variety of duties relating to the care and maintenance of plantings and vegetation at Roberto Clemente State Park and other state parks in the New York City region. Duties include, but are not limited to: • While operating in an independent manner, performs planting, transplanting, watering, fertilizing, spraying, pruning, and trimming of valuable, rare, or specialized trees, shrubs, vines, and flowers. • Identifying, supervising, or otherwise handling the removal of invasive species. • Inspecting the operating area to identify potential safety hazards, needs for skilled maintenance, landscaping requirements, litter control, refuse removal, etc.; reporting findings to supervisor(s) and/or taking corrective actions independently, as appropriate. • Curating outdoor herbaceous and woody plant collections; identifying plant growth, nutritional, insect and disease problems; taking appropriate corrective and remedial action; consulting as needed with supervisor(s); researching and assessing the best horticultural practices for managing the living collections; documenting, reporting, and cataloging plant-related information. • Selectively pruning plants to correct structural defects, thinning excessive growth within the plant's framework, and removing portions of the plant damaged by disease, storm, or insects to retain or restore the natural form of the plant. • Selectively formulating and applying herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, and fertilizers to plant material to counteract plant nutritional, growth, insect and/or disease problems. • Developing management plans for outdoor gardens and living collections; maintaining display beds through weeding, watering, pruning, deadheading, mulching, edging, raking, and fertilization. • Performing the appropriate soil preparation and planting of annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees; performing seasonal landscaping work including planting, pruning, clean-up, bulb planting, dividing, transplanting, and leaf removal. • Operating and maintaining hand and portable power tools and motorized equipment such as mowers, tractors, sprayers, saws, tillers, etc. • Supervising lower level and seasonal staff and volunteers in the care of plant materials; providing for materials and supplies in support of this work; and assisting with training and support of seasonal gardeners and interns. • Answering questions for park visitors about horticulture, history, design, and general park information; leading horticultural tours and assisting with special programs, as needed. • Operating light trucks and other motor vehicles as required in the performance of duties. • Loading and unloading materials, tools and equipment of varying weights and sizes, as needed, in the performance of duties assigned. • Performing routine manual maintenance tasks required to develop, maintain, and repair associated plantings, buildings, roads, and equipment. • Maintaining equipment and supplies properly and ensuring they are stored safely. • Performing snow removal and maintaining grounds and structures as needed. • Performing other related duties as required. Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS: • Must possess ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor and to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. • Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment. • Must have excellent communication and problem-solving skills. • Must possess ability to operate and use lawn/garden equipment and small hand tools safely and effectively. • Must obtain a PESTICIDE APPLICATOR'S LICENSE (category 3A) within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment. • Must be qualified and medically cleared to wear a respirator and have knowledge of good safety practices. • Must be capable of and willing to learn to competently operate specialized grounds care equipment assigned to the facility such as aerator, power rake, sod cutter, and over-seeder. • Must complete CPR/AED training within the probationary period and must maintain the certification as a term and condition of employment. • Must succsessufully complete agency approved chainsaw certification levels 1, 2, and 3 when training is next given. • Preference will be given to individuals with progressive experience in the care of trees and shrubs, and who can perform such work with little direct supervision. • Candidates may be required to report to other facilities throughout the NYC Region on an as-needed basis. DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400 BENEFITS INFORMATION: Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including: Paid Time Off • PEF: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays • Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development 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 / Family Leave To 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. Closing Date/Time: 05/08/24
Apr 24, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree in horticulture, agronomy, forestry, or a closely related field; OR Two years of technical experience in horticulture, plant propagation, nursery, or greenhouse work, which includes plant pest and disease detection and control; OR Two years of college study in one of the above specialties and one year of experience as described. Duties Description DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Park Manager and/or higher-level personnel, the Horticultural Technician 1 performs a variety of duties relating to the care and maintenance of plantings and vegetation at Roberto Clemente State Park and other state parks in the New York City region. Duties include, but are not limited to: • While operating in an independent manner, performs planting, transplanting, watering, fertilizing, spraying, pruning, and trimming of valuable, rare, or specialized trees, shrubs, vines, and flowers. • Identifying, supervising, or otherwise handling the removal of invasive species. • Inspecting the operating area to identify potential safety hazards, needs for skilled maintenance, landscaping requirements, litter control, refuse removal, etc.; reporting findings to supervisor(s) and/or taking corrective actions independently, as appropriate. • Curating outdoor herbaceous and woody plant collections; identifying plant growth, nutritional, insect and disease problems; taking appropriate corrective and remedial action; consulting as needed with supervisor(s); researching and assessing the best horticultural practices for managing the living collections; documenting, reporting, and cataloging plant-related information. • Selectively pruning plants to correct structural defects, thinning excessive growth within the plant's framework, and removing portions of the plant damaged by disease, storm, or insects to retain or restore the natural form of the plant. • Selectively formulating and applying herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, and fertilizers to plant material to counteract plant nutritional, growth, insect and/or disease problems. • Developing management plans for outdoor gardens and living collections; maintaining display beds through weeding, watering, pruning, deadheading, mulching, edging, raking, and fertilization. • Performing the appropriate soil preparation and planting of annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees; performing seasonal landscaping work including planting, pruning, clean-up, bulb planting, dividing, transplanting, and leaf removal. • Operating and maintaining hand and portable power tools and motorized equipment such as mowers, tractors, sprayers, saws, tillers, etc. • Supervising lower level and seasonal staff and volunteers in the care of plant materials; providing for materials and supplies in support of this work; and assisting with training and support of seasonal gardeners and interns. • Answering questions for park visitors about horticulture, history, design, and general park information; leading horticultural tours and assisting with special programs, as needed. • Operating light trucks and other motor vehicles as required in the performance of duties. • Loading and unloading materials, tools and equipment of varying weights and sizes, as needed, in the performance of duties assigned. • Performing routine manual maintenance tasks required to develop, maintain, and repair associated plantings, buildings, roads, and equipment. • Maintaining equipment and supplies properly and ensuring they are stored safely. • Performing snow removal and maintaining grounds and structures as needed. • Performing other related duties as required. Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS: • Must possess ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor and to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. • Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment. • Must have excellent communication and problem-solving skills. • Must possess ability to operate and use lawn/garden equipment and small hand tools safely and effectively. • Must obtain a PESTICIDE APPLICATOR'S LICENSE (category 3A) within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment. • Must be qualified and medically cleared to wear a respirator and have knowledge of good safety practices. • Must be capable of and willing to learn to competently operate specialized grounds care equipment assigned to the facility such as aerator, power rake, sod cutter, and over-seeder. • Must complete CPR/AED training within the probationary period and must maintain the certification as a term and condition of employment. • Must succsessufully complete agency approved chainsaw certification levels 1, 2, and 3 when training is next given. • Preference will be given to individuals with progressive experience in the care of trees and shrubs, and who can perform such work with little direct supervision. • Candidates may be required to report to other facilities throughout the NYC Region on an as-needed basis. DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400 BENEFITS INFORMATION: Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including: Paid Time Off • PEF: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays • Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development 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 / Family Leave To 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. Closing Date/Time: 05/08/24
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Bronx, New York, United States
Minimum Qualifications Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx You can start the application process by: Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx Duties Description We're Hiring! Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard! Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply. Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards. Additional Comments Within Bronx County, lifeguard roles are available at: -Roberto Clemente State Park Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Closing Date/Time: 05/24/24
Apr 23, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx You can start the application process by: Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx Duties Description We're Hiring! Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard! Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply. Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards. Additional Comments Within Bronx County, lifeguard roles are available at: -Roberto Clemente State Park Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Closing Date/Time: 05/24/24