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Park Worker 2 (Allegany State Park)
- New York State Civil Service (Salamanca, NY)
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NY HELP No
Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Title Park Worker 2 (Allegany State Park)
Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade 06
Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $35177 to $43521 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation Monday – Friday (May vary and include weekends, holidays and/or evening shifts.)
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 12 AM
To 11:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Cattaraugus
Street Address Allegany State Park
2373 ASP, US-1
City Salamanca
State NY
Zip Code 14779
Minimum Qualifications There are no education or experience requirements. Applicants must be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. Applicants must also be able to communicate effectively with other staff and with park patrons.
Duties Description The incumbent will work with the Regional Natural Resources Operations Department under the direction of the departmental manager. The incumbent will be required to undertake and assist with activities related to the operational management of natural resources to promote public safety, protect infrastructure, maintain managed natural areas and features, and support the public’s pursuit of hunting and fishing activities. Duties include, but are not limited to the following: • Assist with nuisance wildlife mitigation programs and public education (monitoring, aversive conditioning, reporting, oral presentations)• Perform tree work including felling and pruning; utilizing chainsaws, pole saws, and other equipment• Operate equipment (tractor and implements, boat, ATV, UTV, snowmobile, chainsaw, etc.)• Assist with emergency response activities such as storm cleanup• Assist with propagation and care of trees and shrubs in assigned areas• Monitor the security and operational status of departmental assets• Perform routine maintenance on a variety of mechanical equipment and specialized equipment• Communicate with other employees and the public in a courteous and professional manner• Produce records of daily activities• May assist with other departments on projects and initiatives such as, but not limited to, invasive species management, regional trail maintenance, and environmental education OPERATIONAL NEEDS:• Must possess the ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor and to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. • 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 the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with other staff and park patrons.• Must possess the ability to read, comprehend, and prepare written materials.• Must complete First Aid CPR/AED training within the probationary period and must maintain the certification as a term and condition of employment.• Must successfully complete Agency approved chainsaw training within the probationary period as a term and condition of employment.• Must be available to work a variable schedule that includes weekends, holidays and/or evening shifts.PREFERRED OPERATING NEEDS:• Educational background in Natural Resource Conservation, Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, or closely related field is preferred but not required.• Experience and familiarity with the laws and safety practices relating to hunting, trapping, fishing, and boating is preferred but not required.• Experience operating chainsaws, wood-chippers, and farm tractors is preferred but not required.
Additional Comments 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. • 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.
Name Paula Barber
Telephone
Fax
Email Address allegany.employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Allegany State Park
2373 ASP Rt. 1
City Salamanca
State NY
Zip Code 14779
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 website at Employment Regions - NYS Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (www.parks.ny.gov/employment). Please forward your application and resume to:Paula Barber,Allegany State Park,2373 ASP Rt. 1, Ste. 3Salamanca, NY 14779or by email, allegany.employment@parks.ny.govIt is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
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