Park Manager 3 (NY HELPS) - Harriman State Park

Duties Description

Under the direction of the Park Operations Manager 2, M-2, the Park Manager 3, SG-23 will act as first-in-command of Harriman State Park. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Inspecting and evaluating facilities to determine the need for, and to plan for, routine, preventative, urgent or emergency maintenance in a timely manner.
• Managing both the operations and safety of a large swimming beach.
• Overseeing and providing input on capital improvements in the park to improve visitor safety and experiences.
• Manage the planning and execution of horticultural and green maintenance projects.
• Supervising, scheduling, and assisting in recruiting, hiring, training, and evaluating park staff.
• Inspecting and assessing the condition of trails, buildings, roads, parking lots, pavilions, and other amenities.
• Overseeing staff in determining project budgets and purchases to be made to complete the work.
• Scheduling work assignments, assigning appropriate staff, providing clear directions and guidelines to staff for project implementation and completion.
• Investigating patron and employee accidents.
• Coordinating emergency response and preparedness at the park and assisting, as necessary, with regional and statewide response.
• Coordinating with outside contractors to supervise projects and ensure compliance with all OPRHP rules and protocols.
• Procuring and purchasing materials, supplies, tools, and equipment as necessary.
• Completing administrative reports and attends meetings as needed.
• Assisting with, and assigning staff for set up, coverage, break down and coordination of events.
• Working in partnership with local and state law enforcement, the community, and other stakeholders inside and outside the agency.
• Adhere to the agency’s Code of Conduct Policy and ensure compliance with all guidelines, policies, and procedures in the performance of daily tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

Permanent Appointment via List or Transfer:
To be considered for permanent appointment, candidates must be reachable on the current Civil Service eligible list or be eligible for reassignment or transfer in accordance with Civil Service Law.

Note: Consecutive transfers resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades are not permitted under Civil Service Law.

Permanent Appointment via Non-Competitive Promotion:
If three or fewer qualified New York State OPRHP Park Manager 2 candidates respond to this notice, the agency may, at its discretion, nominate a qualified employee for a permanent non-competitive promotion under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law.

Permanent Non-Competitive Appointment via NY HELPS:
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).*

To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:

Promotion Qualifications:
Must be a qualified employee of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and have one year of permanent competitive, non-competitive, or 55 b/55-c service as a Park Manager 1, Park Manager 2, Historic Site Manager C, Historic Site Manager B, Recreation Complex Manager 1, Recreation Complex Manager 2, Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, Golf Course Superintendent 1, Golf Course Superintendent 2, Golf Course Manager 2, Maintenance Supervisor 4, Maintenance Supervisor 3, Building Restoration Specialist, or Regional Park Maintenance Supervisor.

Open-Competitive Qualifications:
Either A. eight years of experience*** working in a park, recreational facility, or campus* including three years of managerial experience;**

Or B. a bachelor's or higher-level degree in environmental education, environmental management, environmental policy, environmental sustainability, forestry, golf course management, historic preservation, horticulture, natural resources management, park administration, park management or recreation management AND four years of experience working within a park, recreational facility, or campus* including three years of managerial experience.**

*A park, recreational facility, or campus is defined as a location that offers at least three of the following elements: athletic fields, skating rink, campgrounds, golf courses, hiking trails, historic structures, marinas, picnic areas, playgrounds, recreation programs, swimming facilities or education, environmental or interpretive programming. You must clearly list this information on your application.

**Managerial experience is defined as directing or administering at least three of the following functional areas within a park, recreational facility, or campus: administration (business, personnel, finance); environmental education/interpretation; maintenance; planning; programming; or public relations/visitor services. Your application must clearly describe your managerial experience in three functional areas.

Examples of non-qualifying experience include but are not limited to: working at a gym, ski area/resort, and sport stadiums.

Examples of non-qualifying degrees for the purposes of these examinations include but are not limited to: accounting, anthropology, archaeology, biology (all majors), business, history, hospitality, physical education, recreation therapy and sports management.

***If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

Additional Comments

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**For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a permanent, non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

Additional Comments

OPERATING NEEDS:
• 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.
• Candidate must be able to follow written direction, record, and document required information.
• Must have basic computer knowledge in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
The hiring rate listed combines the statutory hiring rate for M/C grade 23 ($84,246) with the Downstate Adjustment ($3,400). Similarly, the job rate posted is a combination of the statutory job rate ($105,255) and the Downstate Adjustment ($3,400).

BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
• Paid Time Off:
• M/C: 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• M/C: Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development.
• 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 Family Leave

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

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

Closing Date/Time: 03/16/25

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• New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation

• 518-474-0453

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