Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitlePark and Rec Aide 5 (Road Crew Assistant – SPIF/Heckscher State Park – Long Island)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $20.45 to $20.45 Hourly
Duties Description This is a full-time, seasonal position that will assist the SPIF department in the Long Island Region. Under the supervision of higher-level personnel in the SPIF department, the primary work this position will involve:
• Driving a variety of motor vehicles, including automobiles and trucks, to transport people, material, and equipment.
• Incumbent may post manifests and other records of goods and people transported in order to document their safe delivery.
• Prepare reports, map routes, itineraries, and points of call.
• Lift and carry crates, cartons, boxes, and other cargo onto and off of transport vehicles
• Assist with groundwork with the Regional Tree crew
• Safety-sensitive testing pre-operation and random inclusion
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications No minimum qualifications per Civil Service. (do not change)
See additional comments for operational needs.
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.
• Prior employment candidates must possess Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)* with air brake endorsement that allows the candidate to legally operate a commercial vehicle in New York State, or be willing to obtain Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)* with air brake endorsement that allows the candidate to legally operate a commercial vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must possess strong organizational and critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently or on a team.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time outside and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience with bucket truck operation skills preferred.
• Knowledge of the Vehicle and Traffic Law as it applies to the safe and legal operation of vehicles operated
• Knowledge of simple automotive repair and maintenance procedures
• Must be able to physically operate assigned vehicles as required
• Must be willing to keep current on all mandated safety trainings, including First Aid and CPR/AED
*Under the provision of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (1991), this position has been designated Safety Sensitive. The incumbent is required to participate in preemployment, random, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.
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.
Email Address longisland.employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
625 Belmont Ave
Notes on ApplyingPlease 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, STEM 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.
If you feel you meet the region's operating needs and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, please submit a resume, an employment application and a cover letter demonstrating your experience in relation to the duties listed. You must put the work location you are interested in on the subject line of your email.
The employment application (Part 1 – Pre-Interview Form S1000) can be downloaded from the website of NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at www.parks.ny.gov/employment. Please forward these three required items by email to longisland.employment@parks.ny.gov
Your application must be received by 9/8/2026 and submitted via email to longisland.employment@parks.ny.gov or other shared mailbox. You must include “Vacancy ID – PRA 5 – SPIF ” in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.
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. If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Equal Opportunity Unit at ReasonableAccommodation@parks.ny.gov or (518) 486-7754.