AddressAgency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Title Park Worker 3 (James Baird State Park Golf Course)
Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade 09
Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $40193 to $40193 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation Varies during golf season to meet operational needs.-6:30am-3:00pm during winter months -weekends and holidays required
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 8 AM
To 4:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Dutchess
Street Address James Baird State Park Golf Course
280 Clubhouse Road
City Pleasant Valley
State NY
Zip Code 12569
Minimum Qualifications One year of experience in the operation and / or maintenance of a park, historic site, Golf Course, or recreational facility. In addition to operations and maintenance, the following types of experience are also qualifying: law enforcement or security, firefighting, environmental education, environmental stewardship, natural resource management, forest management, wildlife management or preservation, or historic preservation or interpretation; OROne year of military service in any of the military branches; ORAn Associate’s or higher-level degree, or 60 credit hours of college level coursework; OR Completion of an appropriate two-year technical / trades school program or two years' experience as a trades assistant under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson.
Duties Description Under the direction of the Golf Course Superintendent, the incumbent will perform a variety of tasks relating to the operation, administration, and promotion of James BairdGolf Course including:• Presenting a professional and positive image of the Golf Course while promoting and managing golf pro shop-related activities.• Checking in with patrons to ensure they have an exceptional golfing experience.• Maintaining responsibility for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of golf pro shop operations.• Supervising the day-to-day personnel function of cashiers, starters, and golf cart staff.• Supervising and performing the collection of greens fees, cart fees, and merchandise and service fees using the point-of-sale system.• Consulting with the Golf Course Superintendent to communicate course conditions to the Golf Course visitors.• Administering, interpreting, and enforcing all course rules and policies that govern the use of the Golf Course and golf carts.• Assisting management with golf tournaments and designing daily golf schedules.• Conducting age- and skill-appropriate golf clinics for all skill levels with the focus on beginner golfers.• Performing general maintenance of the park and Golf Course.• Acting independently with minimal direct supervision.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 able to perform medium to heavy physical labor.• Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed.• Must be able to operate a variety of power-driven mechanical equipment including trucks, bucket trucks, tractors, mowers, line trimmers, and power saws.• Must participate in and complete training programs as instructed.• Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and with park patrons.• Must have the ability to read and comprehend written material. • Must have the ability to supervise others.
Additional Comments BENEFITS:Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:Paid Time Off• PEF and CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays. • M/C: 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.• Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development.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 costAdditional 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
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Kevin O'Brien
Telephone
Fax
Email Address taconic.employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street 280 Clubhouse Road
City Pleasant Valley
State NY
Zip Code 12569
Notes on Applying It is the responsibility of applicants to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs. If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency operating needs and are interested in being considered for this position, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters, or download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Taconic.pdf. APPLICATION PROCEDURE:All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply. If you are interested in being considered for this vacancy, please forward your application and resume, if available, to taconic.employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line James BairdGolf Course PW3 Golf Professional. If you have any questions concerning the position, please contact Kevin O’Brien, Golf Course Superintendent at 845-452-6393.
