Parks and Recreation Aide 3 (Seneca Lake State Park)

New York State; Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to oversee office operations at beautiful state parks in the Finger Lakes Region. This role involves managing seasonal staff, ensuring smooth operations, and providing excellent customer service to park patrons. You will play a vital role in maintaining the park's standards, from managing payroll to assisting with reservations and addressing visitor inquiries. If you are passionate about parks and recreation and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills to manage and evaluate lower-level employees.
• Excellent communication for responding to park patrons' inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Oversee office operations and manage seasonal payroll for staff.
• Monitor fee collection and conduct audits to ensure compliance.
• Assist with shelter reservations and handle patron complaints.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Job description

Duties Description

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) in the Finger Lakes Region is seeking a candidate to oversee office operations related to support services at Seneca Lake State Park and Canandaigua State Boat Launch. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Assign, review, train, and evaluate the work of lower-level employees.
2. Prepare schedules, manage seasonal payroll, and handle clerical activities related to seasonal staff.
3. Monitor and oversee fee collection, manage money banks, and conduct audits.
4. Control parking access during peak periods.
5. Assist with shelter reservations and issuing permits.
6. Respond to routine questions and handle complaints from park patrons.
7. Explain park rules and regulations and process written information to meet patrons' needs.
8. Assist occasionally with basic groundskeeping, including debris removal, limb picking, and loading materials.
9. Maintain cleanliness of offices and restrooms as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

There are no minimum qualifications required by Civil Service for this position.