NY HELP No Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of Title Park and Rec Aide 1 – Park and Rec Aide 5 (Seasonal Maintenance Position) - Caleb Smith State Park Preserve Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $17.06 to $20.45 Hourly Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Temporary Jurisdictional Class Labor Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Other (see below) "Other" Explanation Monday–Friday, may include Saturday, Sunday, and holidays. 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 Suffolk Street Address Caleb Smith State Park Preserve 581 West Jericho Turnpike City Smithtown State NY Zip Code 11787 Duties Description This is a full-time, seasonal park maintenance position that will assist the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) in maintaining the grounds of the park, buildings, structures, and safety within the Caleb Smith State Park Preserve.Duties include, but are not limited to:• Perform building and grounds upkeep, landscaping, litter control, snow and ice removal, restroom and facility cleanliness• Basic carpentry, including repairing docks, walkways, steps, and erosion control• Operate light trucks and UTVs• Assist chainsaw operators with all aspects of tree removal• Assist in building and repairing paths, trails, benches, and park equipment. • Issue fishing permits, collect park revenue, and provide basic information and assistance to park visitors.• Maintain fishing areas, including platforms, foot bridges, and plant overgrowth.• Assist with traffic control and parking vehicles.• Performing other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: No minimum qualifications per Civil Service. Additional Comments 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 be at least 18 years old• Must possess ability to understand written and verbal material and instructions.• Must be able to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time outside and lift up to 50 lbs.• Must be willing to keep current on all mandated safety trainings. First aid/CPR training is available.• Must possess organizational skills and the ability to work independently or on a team.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. There is 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: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Lisa Solina and Kathleen Roth Telephone 631-265-1054 Fax Email Address Lisa.Solina@parks.ny.gov Address Street Caleb Smith State Park Preserve 581 West Jericho Turnpike City Smithtown State NY Zip Code 11787 Notes on Applying If you feel you meet 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 by visiting the website https://parks.ny.gov/regions/long-island/default.aspx.Please forward your application and resume, if available, to Lisa Solina at: Lisa.Solina@parks.ny.gov and Kathleen Roth at: Kathleen.Roth@parks.ny.gov. For any questions regarding the position, please reach out to Kathleen Roth by phone at (631) 265-1054All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply. It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs. POSTING DATE: April 23, 2025 POSTING END DATE: May 7. 2025 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Agency