Forest and Conservation Worker jobs in Poughkeepsie, NY

CSW Job Description

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is hiring a

Conservation Security Worker for Mongaup Pond Campground in Livingston Manor, New York.

Must be willing to work evening or night shifts. Must possess a motor vehicle operator’s license and have completed either:

• One-year course at a ranger school, or similar learning institution, in a park or natural resource management, law enforcement or similar curriculum; or

• One season (6 months minimum) of recreation facility experience involving contact with the public or in the enforcement of laws, policies, rules and regulations; or

• One year of working or interacting with the public in a recreational facility; or

• One year of environmental experience in a remote wilderness setting; or

• Have six months work experience in law enforcement, security services employment military service or similar experience actively involved with public contact or in the enforcement of laws, policies, and rules and regulations; or

• Have completed at least 15 college credit hours in criminal justice or similar course work.

Job Duties

• Patrol assigned areas and inform patrons about facility rules and regulations. Required to enforce rules and regulations defined in the Campground Guidance Manual, using common sense, restraint and authority.

• All tasks are to be conducted in a safe manner, with any incidents, injuries or illnesses reported immediately to supervisor.

• Encourage appropriate behavior and proper use of facilities; when necessary, contact law enforcement for assistance to control or stop illegal, destructive, or unsafe activities.

• Prepare required reports and maintain records of daily activities, public use, maintenance needs and law enforcement.

• Keep supervisors informed of activities in facility and assist law enforcement at the scenes of emergencies and other incidents.

• Must be willing and able to work all weekends and holidays during period of employment.

• Must be well groomed, wear appropriate issued uniform at all times and maintain uniform in a clean, neat condition. The use of a work type shoe is required.

• Must check and stock toilets with necessary items, pick up litter, and perform other duties assigned during your tour which is in the best interest of the campground.

• Required to be available to greet campers, operate computer in registering campers and be responsible for camping permits and revenue accounting while working in this capacity. Provide the public with information, literature and answer questions about the facility and surroundings. Must be able to speak clearly and communicate with others, i.e. campers, subordinates, and supervisors.

Employment applications can be found at:

https://dec.ny.gov/about/employment/seasonal/summer-recreation-opportunities

• NYS Department of Environmental Conservation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Salary: $18.54 hour

Employment length: May 16, 2024 to October 13, 2024

Benefits:

• Optional: Retirement plan

• No health benefits.

Schedule:

• 8-hour night shift 5 consecutive days a week.

• Holiday availability

• Weekend availability

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $18.54 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person