Job Information
New York State Civil Service Parks and Recreation Aide 4 (Program Coordinator) - Taconic Region in Pleasantville, New York
NY HELP No
Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Title Parks and Recreation Aide 4 (Program Coordinator) - Taconic Region
Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade NS
Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $18.49 to $18.49 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Labor Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation Seasonal, Full Time, Variable (Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.)
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 7 AM
To 3:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Westchester
Street Address Rockefeller State Park Preserve
125 Phelps Way
City Pleasantville
State NY
Zip Code 10570
Duties Description Under the supervision of the Park Manager, this Park & Recreation Aide 4 will function as a Program Coordinator for Rockefeller State Park Preserve. Duties include, but are not limited to:• Coordinate with Preserve staff and outside educators to conduct and administer programs. • Manage program scheduling, ticketing, public inquiries and other event-related communications.• Publicize events by creating monthly newsletters, calendars, flyers, and other advertisements. • Develop new programs and content; plan and lead educational programs and stewardship events.• Evaluate the effectiveness of programs; revise and modify as needed. Collect program metrics.• Work with representatives from schools and local organizations to arrange field trips and facilitate educational programming for a wide range of ages and groups. • Assist with community outreach and help develop social media content.• Acquire and maintain specimens and other teaching materials for programs, manage collections and exhibits. Clean, repair, and maintain equipment as needed. • Assist supervisor by preparing reports, training and supervising volunteers, and performing other administrative tasks to support programs and park operations. • Work closely with volunteers, the community, and vendors to ensure New York State Parks’ mission to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities is always met.• Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications per Civil Service.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:• One year of experience in environmental education programming; or a Bachelor’s degree with specialization in natural science, natural resource management, environmental education, or a related field.• 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 willing to report to other facilities if operationally necessary.BENEFITS:There are various benefits that a seasonal employee is entitled to, based on their time worked with the agency:• New York State Retirement Plan Membership Eligibility• Health Insurance and Vacation/Sick/Personal Time Off eligibility after a period of service.• Tuition Assistance ProgramsLearn more about our benefits for seasonal state employees, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Peter Iskenderian
Telephone
Fax
Email Address peter.iskenderian@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street 125 Phelps Way
City Pleasantville
State NY
Zip Code 10570
Notes on Applying If 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 below. https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Taconic.pdfPlease forward your application, cover letter, and resume to Peter Iskenderian, 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, New York 10570. Application packages can also be submitted by email to peter.iskenderian@parks.ny.gov. You must include “RSPP – PROGRAM COORDINATOR” in the subject line of your e-mail for consideration.All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. It is the responsibility of applicants to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.