AddressAgency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Title Park andRecreation Aide 6/Office Manager& Facility Assistant
Occupational Category Other Professional Careers
Salary Grade Hourly
Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $20.33 to $20.33 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Labor Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Variable
"Other" Explanation 40 hrs./ week. April through October – MUST WORK WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS. November through March; weekends off. Year-Round Seasonal.
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 12 AM
To 12 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Rockland
Street Address Bear Mountain State Park
Palisades Parkway
City Bear Mountain
State NY
Zip Code 10911
Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates must possess a BA/BS or higher degree from an accredited college or university.
Duties Description This is a hybrid position, under the supervision of the Trailside Director, with both office and general facility duties at Trailside Museums and Zoo in Bear Mountain State Park. Office Manager responsibilities include: • payroll, hiring, and HR duties; • oversee purchasing processes; • donation management and small- scale fundraising; • social media, website management, and other outreach; • support for the zoo’s different volunteer groups. Facility Assistant responsibilities include: • development and production of museums exhibits, displays, and signs; • general maintenance support; • zookeeping support; • trail education and interpretation• event support; • additional tasks as assigned.
Additional Comments • Must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple office tasks.• Communicate well and work effectively with staff.• Volunteers and the public. • Must be a self-starter with a high level of self-motivation and ability to work independently and in a team. • Should bring a willingness to anticipate the needs of the facility and work proactively to help bridge gaps. • Interest in local ecology, biology, and history a plus. • Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong computer skills. • Experience or knowledge base in graphic design, environmental science, environmental/outdoor education, and/or animal care is preferred.• Demonstrated interest and willingness to learn is required. • Must be physically able to perform light to medium physical labor. • Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of state vehicles.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Dr. Edwin McGowan, Director of Trailside Museums and Zoo and Science
Telephone
Fax
Email Address edwin.mcgowan@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Bear Mountain State Park
P.O. Box 427
City Bear Mountain
State NY
Zip Code 10911
Notes on Applying Complete a NY State OPRHP Employment Application (available online at or in all park offices). https://parks.ny.gov/regions/palisades/default.aspx Submit electronically along with your resume and cover letter, including three work references, to Dr. Edwin McGowan, Director of Trailside Museums and Zoo and Science, edwin.mcgowan@parks.ny.gov or by mail to PO Box 427, Bear Mountain, NY 10911It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately their experience and demonstrate that they meet minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
