Parks and Recreation Aide 3-5 - Buffalo Harbor State Park

Date Posted:

05/15/26

Applications Due:

05/25/26

Vacancy ID:

216198 Position Information NY HELPNo AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of TitleParks and Recreation Aide 3-5 - Buffalo Harbor State Park Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary GradeNS Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary RangeFrom $18.19 to $20.45 Hourly Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypeTemporary Jurisdictional ClassLabor Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekOther (see below) "Other" ExplanationMonday-Friday will be the typical schedule. Weekends may be needed. Hours Per Week40 Workday From7 AM To3:30 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

No Location CountyNew York Street AddressBuffalo Harbor State Park 1111 Fuhrmann Blvd CityBuffalo StateNY Zip Code14203 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionBuffalo Harbor State Park is seeking a Park & Rec Aide to help maintain the beauty, health, and safety of the park. The incumbent will be responsible for the hands-on care of the grounds.

Daily duties will include:

Mowing park grounds and precisely edging along walkways, fences, and borders. Thoroughly weeding beds to ensure a clean, professional appearance. Using hand tools and power equipment to trim overgrown areas and correctly prune trees and shrubs to promote healthy growth. Transporting and spreading mulch in plant beds and around tree bases. Diligently watering trees, shrubs, and flower beds. Raking leaves and collecting debris. Minimum QualificationsNo minimum qualifications per Civil Service. See additional comments for operational needs. Additional CommentsThis position will begin immediately and continue through Columbus Day. Hourly rate dependent on experience.

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 willing and able to work outside in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to perform medium to heavy physical labor and lift up to 50 pounds.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with horticulture/gardening or a degree in horticulture or related field.

BENEFITS

This position may have option to join the NYS Employee's Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage. There may be opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time & service requirements has been met. For more information, please visit: ://parks.ny/employment/benefits.aspx 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, STEP 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. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. How to Apply NameCourtney Zimmerman Telephone Fax Email AddressNiagara.

Employment@parks.ny Address StreetRegional Business Office 3160 DeVeaux Woods Drive CityNiagara Falls StateNY Zip Code14305 Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet the agency 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 can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at parks.ny/employment. Please forward your application and resume, if available, within (10) calendar days of the posting of this notice to Courtney Zimmerman, Regional Business Office, 3160 DeVeaux Woods Drive2, Niagara Falls, NY 14305. Resumes may also be emailed to: Niagara.

Employment@parks.ny with the subject line "PRA - Buffalo Harbor" It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the agency's operating needs. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity. New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception. 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, STEP 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.