Park and Recreation Aide 3 (Visitor Center Event Asst)

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Date Posted 07/02/26

Applications Due07/16/26

Vacancy ID219027

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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitlePark and Recreation Aide 3 (Visitor Center Event Asst)

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $18.19 to $18.19 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Tuesday-Saturday (July-November)

This position is expected to be 8am-4:30pm. Scheduled events will require you to work on a flexible schedule of 2:30pm to 11pm.

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address John Boyd Thacher State Park

830 Thacher Pk Road

City Voorheesville

StateNY

Zip Code12186

Duties Description The position will assist the Visitor Center Event Coordinator with bookings in our Helderberg Room for wedding and event planning.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist the Event Coordinator in callbacks, email correspondence, and answering questions regarding current and potential bookings, room showings/walkthroughs, and permitting processes.
• Work with the Event Coordinator to provide effective communication with the renters and office staff in the organization and logistics of the events.
• Assist with day of event support.
• Cover the front desk at the Thacher Visitor Center, including but not limited to answering phones, taking messages, answering general park inquiries, assisting with gift shop sales, and assisting with other areas as needed.

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

See additional comments for operational needs.

Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:

• Must possess a valid NYS Driver's License and may occasionally operate a park vehicle or utility vehicle
• Candidate must possess strong customer service skills.
• Must demonstrate an ability to work independently.
• Must be able to climb stairs and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must possess the ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor and to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively in writing and read and comprehend written material.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule to assist in covering events.
• Must have experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Flexibility in scheduling and work assignments is required.

BENEFITS:

This position has the option to join the NYS Employee's 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 has been met.

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

Name Carley Kiernan, Park Manager

Telephone

Fax

Email Address carley.kiernan@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street John Boyd Thacher State Park

830 Thacher Pk Road

City Voorheesville

State NY

Zip Code 12186

Notes on ApplyingIf 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 a local Parks office or a regional Parks administrative headquarters, or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at: https://parks.ny.gov/regions/saratoga-capital-district/default.aspx.

Please forward your application and resume to Carley Kiernan, Park Manager, by email to: carley.kiernan@parks.ny.gov

It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the agency's operating needs.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The 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.

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