Trail Technician (Park and Recreation Aide 3)

Minimum Qualifications

There are no Civil Service minimum qualifications. Qualifications for each seasonal position are based on operating needs and vary based on the assigned work location and job title.

Duties Description

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is seeking two Regional Trail Technicians to assist with the management of some of the most diverse and popular trails across our State Parks system. The primary responsibility of the Regional Trail Technician(s) is to work as a team, in the form of a trail crew, to implement trail improvement projects aimed at enhancing regional trail resources. The position will work throughout the Palisades Region.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performing a variety of hands-on trail improvement projects, including trail sign installation and new trail construction
• Using and maintaining tools and equipment properly.
• Performing inventory, assessment, and analysis of regional trail network conditions, needs and uses.
• Interacting with and educating the public when approached about work being done.
• Operating a State provided vehicle, filling out daily mileage logs, and maintaining a clean work vehicle.
• Utilizing proper Personal Protection Equipment during work tasks.
• Performing other related duties as required.

Additional Comments

OPERATING NEEDS:
• Must be able to perform trail work effectively while maintaining safe working conditions.
• Must be able to work on uneven and steep terrain, carrying and moving tools, materials, and equipment of up to 50Ibs or more.
• 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 able to demonstrate an attentiveness to detail while performing physically demanding work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to demonstrate safe working practices and the ability communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Must have the ability to interact with the public and professionally represent the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.
• 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.
PREFERRED SKILLS (but not required):
• At least one year of experience supervising multiple people in a work environment.
• Experience with leadership, communication, time management, project management, and problem solving.
• Working knowledge of sustainable trail building techniques.
• Experience with handheld GPS, data collection and Geographic Information Systems.
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, forestry, outdoor recreation, wildlife, fisheries, biology, Geography/GIS, urban or regional planning, landscape architecture, or an equivalent discipline.

SCHEDULE & DURATION:
This position is a 37.5 hour/week Monday-Friday, seasonal position with NYS OPRHP in the Parks and Recreation Aide 3 title. The position term is May/June through August 2024.

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

Closing Date/Time: 04/26/24

17

Bear Mountain, New York United States View Map