Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitlePark and Recreation Seasonal Positions – Suffolk County
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $17.06 to $24.13 Hourly
"Other" Explanation Hours and schedule vary and may include nights and weekends. Part-time schedules are available.
Workday
Duties Description It's never too early to start planning for summer employment! Seasonal employees are typically employed between Memorial Day and Labor Day (may vary based on location). Park and Recreation Aides can work in many different areas within a park or historic site, including:
- Park Offices
- Park and Trail Maintenance, Groundskeeping, and Landscaping
- Pools and Beach areas
- Historic Site Tours, Visitor Areas, and Gift Shops
- Nature Centers- Sanitation and Cleaning
- Golf Courses and Pro Shops
- Patron Assistance...and more!
Many park regions also employ a limited number of seasonal trades people, recreation specialists, and other specialized roles.
Minimum Qualifications No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.
Preferred qualifications:
Qualifications for each seasonal position are based on operating needs and vary based on the assigned work location and job title.
Additional Comments Current hourly salaries for Park and Recreation Aides range from $17.06 to $24.13 per hour, depending on location, the type of work available, and the applicant's experience.
WORK LOCATIONS IN SUFFOLK COUNTY:
Amsterdam Beach State Park
Bayard Cutting Arboretum
Belmont Lake State Park
Brentwood State Park
Brookhaven State Park
Captree State Park
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve
Camp Hero State Park
Caumsett State Park Preserve
Cold Spring Harbor State Park
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Gilgo State Park
Hallock State Park Preserve
Heckscher State Park
Hither Hills State Park
Montauk Point State Park
Montauk Downs State Park
Nissequogue River State Park
Orient Beach State Park
Robert Moses State Park
Sag Harbor State Park
Shadmoor State Park
Sunken Meadow State Park
Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site
Wildwood State Park
BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employees’ 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 have 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.
Email Address longisland.employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and 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:
- LongIsland.employment@parks.ny.gov
- Use the subject line “Seasonal Employment 2025 Suffolk - (add Park Name)”
Specify the park that you are interested in:
Amsterdam Beach State Park
Bayard Cutting Arboretum
Belmont Lake State Park
Brentwood State Park
Brookhaven State Park
Captree State Park
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve
Camp Hero State Park
Caumsett State Park Preserve
Cold Spring Harbor State Park
Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Gilgo State Park
Hallock State Park Preserve
Heckscher State Park
Hither Hills State Park
Montauk Point State Park
Montauk Downs State Park
Nissequogue River State Park
Orient Beach State Park
Robert Moses State Park
Sag Harbor State Park
Shadmoor State Park
Sunken Meadow State Park
Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site
Wildwood State Park
POSTING DATE: April 30, 2025 APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: June 13, 2025
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Agency