Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo

The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

The job title for the vacancy.TitleParks and Recreation Aide 4 (Program Coordinator) - Taconic Region

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeNS

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $18.49 to $18.49 Hourly

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Other (see below)

If 'other' is selected as the workweek type, this field explains what that schedule is. "Other" Explanation Seasonal, Full Time, Variable (Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.)

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 40

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 7 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 3:30 PM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No

The county in which the vacancy is located. County Westchester

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address Rockefeller State Park Preserve

125 Phelps Way

The city where the vacancy is located. City Pleasantville

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code10570

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Under the supervision of the Park Manager, this Park & Recreation Aide 4 will function as a Program Coordinator for Rockefeller State Park Preserve. Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Coordinate with Preserve staff and outside educators to conduct and administer programs.
• Manage program scheduling, ticketing, public inquiries and other event-related communications.
• Publicize events by creating monthly newsletters, calendars, flyers, and other advertisements.
• Develop new programs and content; plan and lead educational programs and stewardship events.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of programs; revise and modify as needed. Collect program metrics.
• Work with representatives from schools and local organizations to arrange field trips and facilitate educational programming for a wide range of ages and groups.
• Assist with community outreach and help develop social media content.
• Acquire and maintain specimens and other teaching materials for programs, manage collections and exhibits. Clean, repair, and maintain equipment as needed.
• Assist supervisor by preparing reports, training and supervising volunteers, and performing other administrative tasks to support programs and park operations.
• Work closely with volunteers, the community, and vendors to ensure New York State Parks’ mission to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities is always met.
• Performs other duties as required.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• One year of experience in environmental education programming; or a Bachelor’s degree with specialization in natural science, natural resource management, environmental education, or a related field.
• 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 willing to report to other facilities if operationally necessary.

BENEFITS:
There are various benefits that a seasonal employee is entitled to, based on their time worked with the agency:
• New York State Retirement Plan Membership Eligibility
• Health Insurance and Vacation/Sick/Personal Time Off eligibility after a period of service.
• Tuition Assistance Programs

Learn more about our benefits for seasonal state employees, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Peter Iskenderian

The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone

The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax

Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address peter.iskenderian@parks.ny.gov

Address

The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 125 Phelps Way

The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Pleasantville

The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY

The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 10570

Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingIf are interested in being considered for this position, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters, or download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website below.

https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Taconic.pdf

Please forward your application, cover letter, and resume to Peter Iskenderian, 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, New York 10570. Application packages can also be submitted by email to peter.iskenderian@parks.ny.gov. You must include “RSPP – PROGRAM COORDINATOR” in the subject line of your e-mail for consideration.

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