Parks and Recreation Aide 6 - Elevator Operator & Shuttle Driver

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Date Posted 06/02/26

Applications Due06/16/26

Vacancy ID217247

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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleParks and Recreation Aide 6 - Elevator Operator & Shuttle Driver

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $21.57 to $21.57 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Variable. Seasonal, 40 hours per week. Possible extension dependent on funding and operational need.

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 11:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County New York

Street Address Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park

679 Riverside Drive

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10031

Duties Description The duties and responsibilities are, but are not limited to:

• Ensure that the North Tower Elevator is in working condition and park policies regarding patron capacity, safety and oversight are being followed.
• Ensure the North Stair Tower and Elevator are properly maintained, cleaned, and cleared of debris at all times.
• Operate and drives a 15-passenger van (Non-CDL) or smaller that continuously transports patrons from the park's lower-level parking lot to the upper-level parking on a predetermined route and schedule from 6:00AM to 11:00PM, Monday through Sunday including holidays.
• Interact with the public, answer patron questions, and provide courteous customer service.
• Operate a park issued radio and other state equipment to communicate with park administration, park stewards and other shuttle drivers/ elevator to report disruption of services, or to communicate other needs.
• Comply with agency procedures for safe vehicle operation use including completing vehicle mileage and maintenance logs during each shift.
• Ensure that the shuttle vehicles are properly maintained, cleaned, and organized at all times.
• Ensure that shuttles are properly and thoroughly inspected in accordance with the vehicle inspection checklist before operating each shuttle.
• Comply with agency procedures for elevator safety use including completing routine inspections and that maximum patron compliance is being upheld.
• Performing routine manual maintenance tasks including litter removal.
• Maintaining equipment and supplies properly and ensuring they are stored safely.
• Performing snow removal and maintaining grounds and structures as needed.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications NO MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS TITLE PER CIVIL SERVICE.

Additional Comments OPERATIONAL 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.
• Must be able to write and communicate proficiently in English. The ability to communicate in Spanish is helpful but not required.
• Prior grounds maintenance experience preferred.
• Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, work independently and set priorities as assigned by supervisor.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and communications skills.
• Must be willing to support additional tasks and projects as assigned and be willing to occasionally support tasks and projects at other New York State Parks' work sites in the New York City Region.
• Must be able to work m i n. 40 hours a week, including weekends as needed, with occasional extended hours if needed.

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.

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

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

Name Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - NYC Regional Office

Telephone

Fax

Email Address NYCVacancies@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street Adam Clayton Powell Jr. State Office Building

163 West 125th Street, 17th floor

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10027

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION PROCEDURE:

If you feel you meet the agencys operating needs and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, please submit a resume, an employment application and a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the stated minimum qualifications. The employment application (Part 1 - Pre-Interview Form S1000) can be downloaded from the website of NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at www.parks.ny.gov/employment. Please forward these three required items by email to nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov.

Application information should be emailed to NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - NYC Regional Office at nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov. You must include "P&RA 6 - ELEVATOR & SHUTTLE - DFRSP" in the title of your e-mail for consideration. Electronic submissions are encouraged.

All persons are invited and encouraged to apply.

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

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