Parks & Recreation Aide 7 (Sustainability unit)

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Date Posted 08/28/26

Applications Due09/11/26

Vacancy ID222721

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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleParks & Recreation Aide 7 (Sustainability unit)

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $24.13 to $24.13 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Hours typically between 8am - 5pm, variable weekly schedule, may include

weekend days and holidays. 37.5 Hours per week.

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address Main Office

625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12238

Duties Description This position is based in OPRHP's central Albany office and will work closely with sustainability staff. The incumbent will also support the bureau in developing and implementing various sustainability programs at OPRHP. Work may fall within the following areas:

• Waste handling & reporting
• Refrigerant management
• Single use plastic elimination
• Reduced mowing
• Hydration stations

Job Duties:

Program Development and Coordination:

• Conduct research to aid the creation and implementation of sustainability programs.
• Create & gather sustainability related documents, guidance, and materials.
• Coordinate with park managers and regional staff to integrate sustainability practices into daily operations.

Program Coordination:

• Collaborate with the Sustainable Operations unit and other bureaus to develop and implement green purchasing and broader sustainability programs across the agency.
• Provide advice and support to facility managers and regional staff to aid the implementation of sustainability programs.
• Develop educational resources to promote green purchasing tools.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Assist in monitoring the effectiveness of sustainability programs and initiatives.
• Prepare reports and presentations on sustainability metrics and projects for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain and regularly review green purchasing databases, contracts, and preferred source offerings.

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

Additional Comments PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

• Bachelors or Graduate degree in environmental policy, conservation, engineering, sustainability, or similar discipline.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point).

BENEFITS:

There are various benefits that a seasonal employee is entitled to after 6 months of employment, based on their negotiating unit:

• Vacation, Holiday, Sick, And Personal Leave
• Health Care Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Payroll Deduction Savings Plans
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Wellness Program (EWP)

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 Jordan Elliott

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Jordan.Elliott@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Main Office

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12238

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, Please email your Employment Application cover letter and resume, if available, to: jordan.elliott@parks.ny.gov. Include "Park and Rec Aide 7 (Sustainability unit) in the subject line.

All qualified 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 minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.

Please be advised that New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation does not use E-Verify and does not offer sponsorship for employment visas statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT). Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position.

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