Park Worker 3 - Battle Island State Park Golf Course
NOTES ON APPLYING:
Please refer to StateJobsNY - Public Information: Review Vacancy for directions on how to apply.
DUTIES:
Under the general supervision of the Golf Course Manager 2, SG-18, the incumbent may be required to perform a variety of duties as needed that may include but not be limited to:
• Assist higher-level staff with complex diagnostics, servicing, and repair of golf course fleet vehicles and heavy machinery.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance (oil changes, lubrication, inspections, and fluid checks).
• Perform routine maintenance and semi-skilled repairs on golf course irrigation system, including pumps, piping, and sprinkler heads.
• Perform semi-skilled light maintenance tasks (minor carpentry, plumbing, or electrical) and operate heavy equipment, light trucks, mowers, and tractors as required for course upkeep.
• Complete work orders, track materials used, and document progress in maintenance systems.
• Assist in conducting inspections to diagnose issues and determine corrective actions.
• Assist in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of experience in the operation and/or maintenance of a park, historic site, golf course, or recreational facility;
OR - One year of experience in any of the following fields:
• Law enforcement or security
• Firefighting
• Emergency Medical Services
• Environmental education or stewardship
• Natural resources management (e.g., forest management, wildlife management/preservation)
• Historic preservation or interpretation
• Landscaping or grounds maintenance
OR - One year of military service in any branch of the United States Armed Forces;
OR - Thirty (30) semester credit hours* of college-level coursework from an accredited college or university;
OR - Completion of a two-year technical/trades school program;
OR - Two years of experience as a trade assistant working under the direct supervision of a skilled tradesperson.
OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must be available to work a variable schedule that includes weekends, holidays and/or evening shifts.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to operate a vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off:
• CSEA: 44 days – 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidays
Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental Leave
HOW TO APPLY:
If 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/employment.
Please forward your application and resume, if available, to Barbara Sorrells, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, 6105 E Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville, NY 13078 or email to Central.Employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “Park Worker 3 - Battle Island”.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Charles Halligan at (315) 492-1756.