Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitlePark Manager 3 (NY HELPS)
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $84246 to $105255 Annually
Duties Description Under the supervision of the Park Operations Manager 3, M-3, the Park Manager 3, SG-23 will supervise lower-level permanent and seasonal staff to ensure timely completion of assignments by subordinate staff and in their absence, perform tasks as required to ensure continued function of work unit, special projects, and special event coordination.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Supervise and direct permanent and seasonal staff in facility operations, maintenance, programming and park administration.
• Plan, assign, and assist with the creation and completion of projects, and performing various health and safety, security, maintenance, and operational duties. Regulates the use of park by scheduling areas and facilities to be open based on anticipated demand, special group requests and facility capacity and conditions. This includes Special Use Permit management for large events.
• Develop and approve park staffing plans and staff schedules.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of the park, ensuring facilities and grounds are maintained to the highest standards.
• Develop performance programs for employees.
• Conduct periodic permanent and seasonal staff performance reviews.
• Recommend and participate in discipline and counseling of permanent staff as necessary.
• Coordinate, approve and/or conduct appropriate training programs for staff.
• Provide supervisors with reports on spending for seasonal staffing, maintenance, supplies, materials, and special projects.
• Identify Capital facility needs and works with the region and district on prioritization and implantation.
• Evaluate park operations and programs to achieve improvements in efficiency.
• Coordinate with park maintenance staff, engineering and contractors to oversee improvement projects.
• Work closely with park staff, concession management, police, fire and ambulance services to ensure effective responses to emergencies.
• Oversee compliance with all policies, procedures and reporting including personnel, revenue, payroll, purchasing, hiring and audit programs.
• Review and respond to patron questions, compliments, and complaints. Ensure that park rules and regulations are followed by staff and patrons.
• Direct operations of a number of revenue producing facilities and special recreational programs.
• Assist in direction of park wide operations.
Minimum Qualifications Permanent Appointment via List or Transfer:
To be considered for permanent appointment, candidates must be reachable on the current Civil Service eligible list or be eligible for reassignment or transfer in accordance with Civil Service Law.
Note: Consecutive transfers resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades are not permitted under Civil Service Law.
Permanent Appointment via Non-Comp14etitive Promotion:
If three or fewer qualified New York State OPRHP Park Manager 2 candidates respond to this notice, the agency may, at its discretion, nominate a qualified employee for a permanent non-competitive promotion under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law.
Permanent Non-Competitive Appointment via NY HELPS:
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).*
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
Promotion Qualifications:
Must be a qualified employee of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and have one year of permanent competitive, non-competitive, or 55 b/55-c service as a Park Manager 1, Park Manager 2, Historic Site Manager C, Historic Site Manager B, Recreation Complex Manager 1, Recreation Complex Manager 2, Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, Golf Course Superintendent 1, Golf Course Superintendent 2, Golf Course Manager 2, Maintenance Supervisor 4, Maintenance Supervisor 3, Building Restoration Specialist, or Regional Park Maintenance Supervisor.
Open-Competitive Qualifications:
Either A. eight years of experience*** working in a park, recreational facility, or campus* including three years of managerial experience;**
Or B. a bachelor's or higher-level degree in environmental education, environmental management, environmental policy, environmental sustainability, forestry, golf course management, historic preservation, horticulture, natural resources management, park administration, park management or recreation management AND four years of experience working within a park, recreational facility, or campus* including three years of managerial experience.**
*A park, recreational facility, or campus is defined as a location that offers at least three of the following elements: athletic fields, skating rink, campgrounds, golf courses, hiking trails, historic structures, marinas, picnic areas, playgrounds, recreation programs, swimming facilities or education, environmental or interpretive programming. You must clearly list this information on your application.
**Managerial experience is defined as directing or administering at least three of the following functional areas within a park, recreational facility, or campus: administration (business, personnel, finance); environmental education/interpretation; maintenance; planning; programming; or public relations/visitor services. Your application must clearly describe your managerial experience in three functional areas.
Examples of non-qualifying experience include but are not limited to: working at a gym, ski area/resort, and sport stadiums.
Examples of non-qualifying degrees for the purposes of these examinations include but are not limited to: accounting, anthropology, archaeology, biology (all majors), business, history, hospitality, physical education, recreation therapy and sports management.
***If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.
Additional Comments OPERATING 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 proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Must be able to work a variable schedule which includes weekends and holidays.
BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off:
• M/C: 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• M/C: Eligible for unlimited days of professional leave to participate in professional development, but at the supervisor’s discretion.
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 cost.
Additional 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
To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx.
**For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a permanent, non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Telephone (607) 387-7041 ext. 111
Email Address FL.Employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street 2221 Taughannock Park Road
Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet the minimum qualifications, agency 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 can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at www.parks.ny.gov/employment. Please forward your application and resume, if available, to Kathie Notarfonzo, Assistant Regional Director, 2221 Taughannock Park Road, Trumansburg, NY 14886 or to FL.Employment@parks.ny.gov by the date indicated below. If you have any questions concerning the position, please contact Mrs. Notarfonzo at (607) 387-7041 ext. 111.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.