Position Information

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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleParks and Recreation Aide 6 - Trailside Museums and Zoo - Office Manager/Volunteer Coordinator

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $21.57 to $21.57 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation 40 hours per week; variable schedule including weekends and some holidays

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 11:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Rockland

Street Address Trailside Museums and Zoo

3006 Seven Lakes Dr.

City Bear Mountain

StateNY

Zip Code10911

Job Specifics

Duties Description Trailside Museums and Zoo is a 30-acre site located within Bear Mountain State Park. This location includes outdoor animal exhibits, small museums, 1 mile of paved trail, a historical Revolutionary War site, and a forested area. The facility has native plant species gardens among other landscape features. Trailside is located on a short section of the Appalachian Trail overlooking the Hudson River. Under the direction of the Supervisor Trailside Museum & Zoo, SG-18, the selected candidate’s duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Assist in all administrative functions including handling incoming and outgoing communications, office supplies, accounts payable/receivable, credit card reconciliation, banking deposits, payroll data entry, and staff onboarding.
• Maintain and update staff schedules and calendars, submit maintenance work requests, and manage emergency contact and radio call lists.
• Oversee inventory and ordering of apparel and first aid supplies; update and distribute annual safety documents.
• Coordinate volunteer programs by processing applications, interviewing candidates, maintaining volunteer resources and schedules, conducting recruitment outreach, and organizing training sessions and event staffing.
• Support public relations efforts by maintaining current maps and community information, distributing event notices, managing community calendars, and updating social media accounts and websites.
• Assist with fundraising campaigns including Adopt an Animal, Giving Tuesday, Holiday Wish List, and managing fundraising accounts.
• Perform general zoo tasks such as assisting with opening and closing, providing interpretation to visitors, maintaining office cleanliness, and snow removal as needed.
• Develop and manage trail and seasonal signage content in collaboration with sign shop.
• Communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner.
• Work effectively independently and in a team setting and demonstrate flexibility in tasks and schedules.
• Adhere to the agency’s Code of Conduct Policy and ensure compliance with all guidelines, policies, and procedures in the performance of daily tasks.

Minimum Qualifications No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

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 be available to work weekends, holidays.
• Must be proficient in operating computers.
• Must be able to perform light to medium physical labor.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including winter conditions and extreme heat.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred but not required.
• Experience in office management, public relations, marketing, or volunteer coordination is preferred but not required.
• An interest in the preservation of the natural world and historic sites is preferred but not required.

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.

How to Apply

Name Kerry Gallagher

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Kerry.Gallagher@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street Trailside Museums and Zoo

3006 Seven Lakes Dr.

City Bear Mountain

State NY

Zip Code 10911

 

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 at https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Palisades.pdf

Please forward your application, cover letter, and resume to Kerry Gallagher at Kerry.Gallagher@parks.ny.gov with the subject line PRA6 - Trailside. If you have any questions concerning the position, please email.

Please be advised that New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation does not use E-Verify and does not offer sponsorship for employment visas statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEP OPT). Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position.

All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply. It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.

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.
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