Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleAssociate Director Human Resources 3
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $120471 to $152238 Annually
Duties Description The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (OPRHP) is seeking an experienced human resources (HR) leader to serve as Associate Director of Human Resources 3 (M-3). Reporting to the Director of Human Resources 5 (M-5), the incumbent will lead assigned personnel operations and strengthen the delivery of timely, consistent and responsive human resources services through the agency.
The incumbent will partner with executive leadership, regional leadership, bureau directors and human resources managers to support a geographically dispersed workforce with substantial seasonal staffing needs. The position will translate agency priorities into effective personnel practices, develop staff, resolve complex operational issues and improve the employee and hiring manager experience.
Duties include but are not limited to:
• Direct assigned personnel functions, establish operating priorities, allocate work and monitor service quality, timeliness and compliance across OPRHP operations.
• Provide managerial oversight of recruitment, staffing, classification, exam planning, and appointment activities within the approved HR organizational structure.
• Advise managers on title selection, appointment mechanisms, compensation questions, organizational changes, and complex personnel matters. The incumbent will identify practical options consistent with applicable requirements.
• Guide staff in developing classification proposals, position descriptions, reclassification requests and supporting organizational analysis.
• Coordinate permanent and seasonal staffing hiring calendars with regions and bureaus, identify barriers early, and implement strategies to address recurring and hard-to-fill vacancies.
• Establish procedures that promote accurate, timely personnel actions and effective coordination among HR, payroll, Finance, and relevant control agencies.
• Support the HR Director’s workforce planning responsibilities by preparing vacancy analysis, staffing projections, succession information and recommendations. Implement approved staffing priorities and monitor actions against authorized positions to fill and available resources.
• Develop consistent personnel guidance and consult regional HR staff and program managers when designing procedures that affect their work.
• Review probation and performance management processes; ensure staff provide timely guidance to supervisors and coordinate sensitive matters with Employee Relations.
• Improve personnel workflow, electronic records and HR systems; identify opportunities to reduce duplication, simplify approvals and strengthen data accuracy and internal controls.
• Serve as the agency liaison with the Department of Civil Service and other control agency partners on assigned personnel matters.
• Coordinate with Counsel, Employee Relations, Finance and other organizational leaders.
• Develop and coach subordinate managers, supervisors, professional staff, and responses to information requests for the HR Director and agency leadership.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience managing multiple New York State personnel functions and applying Civil Service requirements to complex staffing and classification issues.
• Experience supporting a regional, decentralized or seasonal workforce.
• Demonstrated ability to lead staff, establish priorities and improve service delivery.
• Strong writing, analytical, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using personnel data to identify issues, measure results and recommend improvements.
• Sound judgment, discretion and a commitment to equitable and consistent personnel practices.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum qualifications are one year of service as an Associate Director Human Resources 1 or 2.
There is no Civil Service eligible list for this title. You may apply if you are eligible for appointment or reinstatement by one of the following qualifications:
Reassignment / Reinstatement:
Candidates eligible for reassignment or reinstatement to Associate Director of Human Resources 3 may be considered in accordance with Civil Service requirements.
Section 52.6 Transfer:
Candidates must have at least one (1) year of qualifying permanent service in an administrative title at the G-27 (M-2), or higher that the Department of Civil Service has determined eligible for transfer. Eligibility, qualifying service and applicable transfer limitations must be verified.
Section 52.7 Non-Competitive* Promotion – OPRHP Employees Only:
If authorized by the Department of Civil Service, candidates in the OPRHP promotion field with at least one (1) year of qualifying service as an Associate Director of Human Resources 2 may be considered. If three (3) or fewer qualified employees in the established promotion field respond, Civil Service may approve a permanent appointment without further competitive examination.
Provisional Appointment:
In the absence of an appropriate eligible list, a provisional appointment may be considered for an OPRHP employee meeting the approved promotional qualifications. A provisional appointee must take the next appropriate examination and be reachable on the resulting eligible list to receive permanent appointment. For provisional appointment, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as Associate Director Human Resources 1 or 2.
* Non-competitive refers to not competing in an examination; the appointment will be competitive.
Additional Comments ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
• Periodic travel to regional offices, parks and historic sites is required.
• Telecommuting may be available consistent with agency policy, supervisory approval and operational needs.
• Appointment and salary are subject to applicable approvals and Civil Service requirements.
If you have previous or current employment at a NYS agency, to be considered for this position, a review of your state history is needed. Please provide the last four digits of your social security number in your email response or on your resume. If you are not comfortable providing this information in your response, a representative from our office may contact you.
Operational Needs:
The duties of this position as a condition of employment require you to have and maintain a valid driver's license that allows you to operate a motor vehicle in New York State. Failure to maintain a valid driver's license may result in removal from this position.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Bureau of Human Resources
Email Address ExecRecruitment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
625 Broadway
Notes on ApplyingAll candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Please submit your resume and cover letter as a Word or PDF attachment. We are unable to open documents from Google Docs, Google Drive, OneDrive, Apple Pages, and/or “the cloud.”
Your application must be received by November 5, 2026, and submitted via email to ExecRecruitment@parks.ny.gov. You must include the Vacancy ID # and “Associate Director Human Resources 3 – Albany” in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. Failure to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications and operating needs may result in your resume not being considered for this position.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.
New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service, and ensuring equal access to opportunities. OPRHP encourages people with disabilities to apply. We provide reasonable and religious accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to the Equal Opportunity Unit at ReasonableAccommodation@parks.ny.gov or (518) 486-7754.
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: November 5, 2026