Parks and Recreation Aide 7 (Administrative Aide) - Palisades
- Salary: From $24.13 to $24.13 Hourly USD Hourly
- Salary Top:24.1324
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Parks and Recreation
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Job Description
Duties Description
The Parks and Recreation Aide 7 will be primarily focused on performing administrative tasks within the Hudson Valley Capital District at the direction of either the District Manager or Assistant District Managers. Relevant job duties for the position include but are not limited to the following:
• Communicate with District, Contracts, and Agency staff located in various remote office locations by using videoconferencing, phone, and email.
• Schedule meetings, interviews, trainings, and events,
• Distributing agendas, creating/distributing meeting minutes, and developing announcements.
• Retrieve records, gather information, and obtain data as requested. Scan, copy, print, fax, mail, and email documents.
• Prepare draft, proofread, and edit correspondence, letters, memorandums, tables, charts, and reports.
• Answer, direct, and make phone calls to assist Capital District Staff located in different office locations
• Manage, file, and organize paper/electronic documents and records.
• Manage, distribute, and purchase office supplies.
• Assist with the onboarding and offboarding of staff.
• Assist in managing the district budget and enter and/or develop purchase orders.
• Reconcile purchasing for staff.
• Communicate and work with regional and agency business office staff regarding purchasing and budgeting.
• Data entry, maintain and create various spreadsheets.
• Occasional travel to other office locations.
Minimum Qualifications
No minimum qualification per Civil Service.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, MS Teams, SharePoint, and Outlook.
Additional Comments
Telecommuting available (up to 50%) with supervisor approval
Occasional Day trip travel will be necessary.
OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• 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 possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently as well as with others.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner.
• Must possess proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor, including medium-heavy lifting and using step ladders.
BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employees’ Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage as well as the opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time and service requirements have been met.
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: 07/10/25 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Show moreThe mission of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors and to be responsible stewards of our valuable natural, historic and cultural resources.
From the shores of Long Island to the mighty Niagara Falls, New York's 180 state parks offer countless opportunities to explore your natural environment, escape from the grind of the everyday and experience exciting new adventures. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, and golf courses all await you!
New York's state parks... With all there is to see and do, how will you spend your time?
NEW YORK STATE IS KNOCKING IT OUT OF THE PARKS!
Come work with us, and...
- Be a part of the premier park system in the United States - with more than 250 state parks, historic sites, golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, campgrounds, marinas, trails, and museums and nature centers.
- Work in some of the most beautiful, scenic, and historic places New York State has to offer.
- Make a tangible impact on your community. Parks are for everyone, and all are welcome here: People of every age, ability, color, or creed belong here – without exceptions – yourself included! People of every kind come visit us in order to have experiences – and at OPRHP, we get to be part of these special times in truly meaningful ways. See how you can make a difference as a part of Team OPRHP!
State parks and historic sites are staffed by a core of permanent employees who work year-round to maintain these precious resources. During the peak of our operating season (May through September) the permanent staff is supplemented by several thousand seasonal employees who work to ensure that our patrons have a positive and safe experience when visiting our sites.
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