Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.
Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.

Review Vacancy

Date Posted 04/30/25

Applications Due06/13/25

Vacancy ID186750

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitlePark and Recreation Seasonal Positions - Broome County

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $15.97 to $24.13 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Hours and schedule vary and may include nights and weekends. Part time schedules are available.

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

County Broome

Street Address To Be Determined

City To Be Determined

StateNY

Zip Code13078

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 There are no Civil Service minimum qualifications. Qualifications for each seasonal position are based on operating needs and vary based on the assigned work location and job title.



Additional Comments Additional Comments

Work locations in Broome County:

Chenango Valley State Park
Oquaga Creek State Park

Pay:
-Current hourly salaries for Park and Recreation Aides range from $15.97- $24.13 per hour depending on location, type of work available and the experience of the applicant.

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.

Name Personnel

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Central.employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street 6105 E Seneca Turnpike

City Jamesville

State NY

Zip Code 13078

 

Notes on ApplyingIf you are interested in being considered for a seasonal position, please submit an application to: Central.employment@parks.ny.gov

– using the subject line “Seasonal Employment 2025”

You can download the application here:
https___parks.ny.gov_documents_employment_FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Central (1).pdf

Join our team and come see why it's great to work for New York State Parks!

Printable Version