Job Information
New York State Civil Service Park and Recreation Aide 6 - Invasive Species Strike Team Leader in Oakdale, New York
NY HELP No
Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Title Park and Recreation Aide 6 - Invasive Species Strike Team Leader
Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade Hourly
Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $20.94 to $20.94 Hourly
Employment Type Part-Time
Part-time Percent 0%
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Labor Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri
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 Suffolk
Street Address Connetqout River State Park Preserve
4090 Sunrise Hwy
City Oakdale
State NY
Zip Code 11769
Duties Description The NYS OPRHP Invasive Species Strike Team on Long Island works independently towards the Agency’s statewide Invasive Species Management strategy. The strike team primarily performs manual invasive plant removals, as well as surveys and other activities as assigned on State Park lands. The team will report to Connetquot River State Park Preserve in Oakdale and travel to other State Parks on Long Island using agency vehicles. The team will have four members, one of which will be the team leader. Work conditions include uneven terrain, heat, cold, and exposure to poison ivy, thorns, ticks, and biting insects. Appropriate protective equipment will be provided.Duties & Responsibilities: -Organizing daily activities, troubleshooting minor logistical and mechanical issues-Ensuring safety of team members-Field data collection and entry-Confirming data accuracy during collection-Writing reports weekly on team activities and progress-Manual and mechanical removal of invasive species-Invasive species survey and detection-Post-removal monitoring-Restoration planting-Assisting with creation and updates of invasive species management plans-Park patron education
Minimum Qualifications No minimum qualifications per Civil Service. Preferred Qualification: -A degree in ecology, botany, environmental studies, forestry, natural resource management, or a relevant discipline, such as aquatic ecology, conservation biology, etc.-Some supervisory experience.-Experience with plant identification and a familiarity with invasive species.-Familiarity with GPS/GIS and ecological monitoring methods.-Ability to work, and maintain a good attitude, while performing physical work year-round.-Strong interest in and commitment to environmental stewardship and team-oriented approach to solving environmental challenges.-Backcountry orienteering and “Leave No Trace” experience a plus. -Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Walter Burak
Telephone
Fax
Email Address Walter.Burak@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Connetquot River State Park Preserve
4090 Sunrise Hwy
City Oakdale
State NY
Zip Code 11769
Notes on Applying Positions will be opened until filled. E-mail a resume, cover letter, three references, and the completed Part 1 Application to Yuriy.Litvinenko@parks.ny.gov and Walter.Burak@parks.ny.gov. If you have any questions, please email or call (631) 481-3035. The part 1 application can be found here: https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1LongIsland.pdf