Parks and Recreation Aide 5-7 (Marsha P. Johnson State Park)

Park & Recreation Aide

Under the supervision of a higher-level supervisor or Park Management, the Park & Recreation Aide :

Performs general park and facility maintenance, customer service, and program support.

Will be assigned to opening or closing shift of park operations.

Maintains the park and facilities to ensure a clean and safe environment, which includes maintenance, sanitizing of various facilities, and trash or debris removal.

Receives training to utilize a variety of hand and power-driven mechanical equipment such as mowers, blowers, and line trimmers etc.

Interact with patrons to resolve questions as needed, disseminate information, and provide excellent customer service.

Patrol the park grounds on foot or in a state vehicle as assigned to maintain a safe and secure presence, report conditions and enforce park rules.

Supports park programming including staffing, set-up and break-down for all events.

OPERATIONAL NEEDS :

Must be able to perform medium to heavy physical labor; must be able to lift at least 30 pounds.

Must have the ability to effectively communicate with park patrons and community or program partners.

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. If not licensed at the time of appointment, the appointee must obtain a driver's license without restrictions or conditions within a year of appointment.

Must possess ability to operate and perform routine maintenance on a variety of power-driven mechanical equipment including trucks, mowers, and line trimmers.

Must be willing to work outdoors year-round and in all weather conditions.

Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

May be required to report to other facilities throughout the NYC Region on an as-needed basis.

BENEFITS :

This position has the option to join the NYS Employee's 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 has been met.

To learn more about our benefits, visit : parks.ny.gov / employment / benefits.aspx

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