Park Naturalist jobs in Jamestown, NY

The incumbent will work under the direction of the Environmental Educator 2 in the Environmental Education & Interpretation/Recreation Department. The incumbent will perform the following duties:

• Assist in the development and implementation of environmental education courses and programs dealing with the various flora, fauna, and historic features of park facilities and the surrounding area.
• Assist in leading a variety of recreational programs in park facilities.
• Generate informational displays and literature as assigned.
• Assist with planning special events and recreational activities as assigned.
• Work with other departments as assigned.
• Support programs at other Regional park facilities as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

There are no minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

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.
• A background in natural sciences, environmental studies, conservation, recreation, or education is preferred but not required.
• Normal work shift will be 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. but will include evenings as needed.
• Normal work schedule will be weekdays but will include weekends and holidays as needed.
• The selected candidate must be able to perform medium to heavy physical labor and work in variable weather conditions.

If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency’s operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at Employment Regions - NYS Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (www.parks.ny.gov/employment). Please forward your application and resume to Paula Barber, Allegany State Park, 2373 ASP Rt. 1, Ste. 3, Salamanca, NY 14779 or by email, allegany.employment@parks.ny.gov.

TITLE/GRADE/HIRING RATE:

Parks and Recreation Aide 2 - Seasonal Naturalist / $17.11/hr.

WORK LOCATION:

Allegany State Park, Salamanca, NY 14779

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT:

Temporary, Full-time

WORK SCHEDULE:

Variable (including weekends, holidays and/or evening shifts)

Typical shifts include: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $16.61 per year

Benefits:

• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Suite 3. Salamanca, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person