Contact Name: Philip Corney
Company/Organization/Agency: NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Address: 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 United States
Email Address: philip.corney@parks.ny.gov
Contact Phone: (518) 801-2406
Job Description: SARATOGA/CAPITAL DISTRICT REGION
VACANCY NOTICE (3 Positions)
TITLE: Park and Rec Aide 5-Trail Crew Member
PAY RATE: $13.57/hour
LOCATION: Saratoga/Capitol Region, Saratoga Springs, New York
NEGOTIATING UNIT: CSEA (Operational Services Unit)
WORK SCHEDULE: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-4:30pm from 5/28/21-10/1/21
OVERVIEW OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of the Trail Crew Leader, Trail Crew members work on priority trail projects within State Parks and
Historic Sites. Projects may include new trail construction, tread and drainage improvements, carpentry of dimensional
lumber projects, stone staircases and retaining walls, hazard tree/limb removal, and general facilities maintenance. Work is
performed outdoors in all weather conditions, with both hand and power tools. The position requires work on uneven and
steep terrain, carrying and moving tools, materials, and equipment of 50 pounds or more.
Duties include but aren’t limited to:
• Performing backcountry trail work for extended periods of time on priority trail projects
• Operating both hand and power tools for trail project construction or restoration work
• Maintaining, cleaning and sharpening hand tools Weekly
• Cleaning the provided state or rental vehicle Weekly
• Maintaining a safe work environment always and educating the general public on the work being done
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
❖ Must be at least 17 years old and have a valid drivers’ license.
❖ Must be available for all trainings as required.
❖ Must be able to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time outside.
OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
❖ Experience with outdoor labor, working on a trail crew, and First Aid & CPR certifications are strongly desired.
❖ Capable with instruction to safely use a variety of hand and/or power tools; shovels, pick mattocks, rock bars,
sledgehammers, hammers, electric cordless drills & electric carpentry tools, rigging gear; grip hoist, rock nets &
slings etc.)
❖ Capable with instruction to safely operate, maintenance, sharpen and clean tools/gear/equipment.
❖ Capable of lifting loads up to 50 lbs.
❖ Capable of doing backcountry trail work efficiently & safely in rough uneven terrain during summer conditions,
while maintaining a good positive attitude.
❖ Must demonstrate teamwork and display high standards of ethical conduct.
❖ Able to represent the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Professionally
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe his or her experience and demonstrate that he/she
meets the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in being considered for this vacancy, please submit your resume
and 3 professional references in one single PDF to Philip J. Corney, Regional Trails Manager, 19 Roosevelt Dr, Saratoga
Springs, NY 12866 or email to Philip.Corney@parks.ny.gov. All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply.
POSTING DATE: 4/5/21 APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: 5/5/21
Job Start Date: 5/28/2021
Application Deadline: 5/5/2021
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