Trades Generalist - James Baird State Park

Basics Schedule Location Job Specifics How to Apply NY HELP No Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of Title Trades Generalist - James Baird State Park Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary Grade 12 Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $50425 to $61548 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 10% Workweek Other (see below) "Other" Explanation Either Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday (4 day work week) Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 7 AM To 5:30 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? Yes Telecommuting allowed? No County Dutchess Street Address James Baird State Park 14 Maintenance Lane City Pleasant Valley State NY Zip Code 12569 Duties Description Under the direction of the Regional Maintenance Supervisor 3, the incumbent will perform journey-level work in carpentry. The incumbent will also assist other trades work as needed. The incumbent's duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Perform work in the areas of carpentry, working independently and with a crew as is typical of a craftsperson in restoration, construction, and repairs at State Parks and Historic Sites within the Taconic Region.
• Perform carpentry work that will include but will not be limited to: Framing (New and Old Construction); installation of various types of doors and windows; insulating; drywall installation (taping included); flooring; installation of shelving; cabinetry installation; as well as possible construction of cabinetry.
• Installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of locksets and mechanical keypad lock mechanisms. Including key cutting and maintenance of key control records.
• Use the normal tools of the trade in a skilled manner, including hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, and measuring and testing instruments appropriate for the tasks assigned.
• Follow instructions, including written instructions, Blueprint reading, diagnose problems, make detailed estimates for cost of time and materials, order parts and supplies as needed, and update equipment service records.
• Perform all other related duties of maintaining parks within the Taconic Region as directed.
• Perform all work in a safe and professional manner. Minimum Qualifications Four years of full-time experience
• in a trade under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in skilled trades at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.
• If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

Additional Comments 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.
• Locksmith knowledge and familiarity with the Best Lock System preferred
• Must have the ability to supervise others.
• Must have the ability to communicate in writing and to read and comprehend written material.
• Must be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons.
• May have to travel to other parks.

Benefits:

The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation offers a generous benefits package that includes but is not limited to:

Paid Time Off:

• 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13Holidays.

Health Care Benefits:

• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.

Additional Benefits:

• New York State Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental / Family Leave To learn more about our benefits, visit:https://parks.

ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx. Additional location pay is available for the following counties: Bronx, Kings, Nassau, NYC-Manhattan, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, and Westchester, Dutchess, Orange, and Putnam. This position may require a background check and/or medical exam prior to appointment. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name David Braig Telephone 845-905-5780 Fax Email Address taconic.employment@parks.ny.gov Address Street Taconic Regional Headquarters 9 Old Post Road City Staatsburg State NY Zip Code 12580 Notes on Applying Your application must be received by June 22, 2026 and submitted via email to taconic.employment@parks.ny.gov. You must include "Vacancy

ID 217542

- Trades Generalist - Regional Maintenance" in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position. All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Please submit your resume and cover letter as a Word or PDF attachment. We are unable to open documents from Google Docs, Google Drive, OneDrive, Apple Pages, and/or "the cloud." If are interested in being considered for this position, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region's administrative headquarters, or download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at: https://parks.ny.gov/sites/default/files/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Taconic.pdf It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. Failure to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications, and operating needs may result in your resume not being considered for this position. 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. Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service and ensuring equal access to opportunities. OPRHP encourages people with disabilities to apply. If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Equal Opportunity Unit at ReasonableAccommodation@parks.ny.gov or (518) 486-7754. 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.