Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitlePark Worker 3 (Heckscher State Park)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $46641 to $56413 Annually
"Other" Explanation Weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. The specific schedule for this position will be discussed during the interview. <br />
Workday
Duties Description Under the supervision of higher?level personnel, the Park Worker 3’s duties include, but are not limited to:
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on a variety of power?driven mechanical equipment, including trucks,
• tractors, mowers, and power saws.
• Operate regional commercial vehicles for various projects as needed.
• Perform building and grounds maintenance, including litter control, grounds upkeep and landscaping, snow and ice removal
• Perform general janitorial duties to ensure a clean and safe environment of restroom facilities (supplies/cleanliness).
• Perform semi?skilled maintenance and repair activities in a variety of trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical,
masonry, and mechanical repairs.
• Assist in building and repairing paths, trails, benches, picnic tables, and park equipment.
• Assign, supervise, train, and evaluate the work of lower?level employees.
• Assist in emergency situations by applying emergency procedures and practices, assisting, and directing staff, and
working with patrons to minimize problems.
• Conduct inspections of assigned areas for safety hazards and correct problems where possible and make requests for appropriate skilled trades assistance when needed.
• Perform the duties of opening and closing shift supervisor for assigned work area.
• Other duties as assigned.
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; OR
One year of military service in any of the military branches; OR
An 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.
Reassignment Qualifications:
Current NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Employees only, with at least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Park Worker 3.
Additional Comments 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 obtaina CDL Class B Driver License within the Probationary Period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.
• Must obtain a valid certified Pesticide Applicator Category B certification within the probationary period. As a requirement, the candidate will be expected to maintain this certification to apply fertilizers and pesticides and assist in maintaining the park’s 4-poster program. This will be discussed during the interview.
• Must have the ability to follow directions and communicate with staff, public, and respond to patrons' concerns or complaints in an effective and positive manner.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
May include weekends, evenings and holidays. A specific schedule will be discussed at the time of the interview.
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off:
• CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
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 Leave
Learn more about our benefits for permanent state employees, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx.
If applicable, for example:
Positions located within Suffolk County are also eligible to receive an additional $4,000 annual downstate adjustment.
The listed hiring rate combines the statutory hiring rate for CSEA Grade 9 ($46.641) with Location Pay ($4,000). Similarly, the posted job rate is a combination of the statutory job rate ($56,413) with the Location Pay ($4,000).
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address LongIsland.Employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
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 to longisland.employment@parks.ny.gov. Please include posting “Park Worker 3 – Heckscher ” in the subject line of your email for consideration.
All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply. It is the responsibility of each applicant to describe their experience accurately and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
POSTING DATE: 1/2/2026 APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: 1/16/2026
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Agency