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Job Description
Duties Description
Newtown Battlefield State Park in the Finger Lakes Region is seeking part-time seasonal employees to perform daily operational tasks. Responsibilities include facility maintenance, customer service, landscaping, and general operational support:
• Perform daily cleaning and weekly deep cleaning of all park facilities (interior and exterior), including restrooms, showers, cabins, shelters, and pavilions which may require the use of ladders.
• Remove trash and recycling from all public areas.
• Maintain and track inventory of cleaning and operational supplies.
• Promptly report any maintenance or repair needs to supervisors; perform minor repairs when possible.
• Provide excellent customer service by greeting visitors, answering questions, and assisting with check-in/check-out for campers.
• Answer phones, staff the office, and prepare materials for camper check-ins.
• Conduct evening security patrols throughout the park and campgrounds.
• Verify permits for visitors remaining after hours.
• Educate visitors on park rules and hours of operation.
• Enforce quiet hours in campgrounds.
• Lock pavilions and secure buildings at the end of the shift.
• Perform landscaping duties such as push mowing, trimming, weeding, mulching, watering, and clearing trails.
• Operate small equipment including wood splitters, leaf blowers, string trimmers, push mowers, utility carts, and pressure washers.
• Support other operational tasks as assigned, including:
• Painting and basic facility upkeep which may require the use of ladders.
• Assisting with building and equipment maintenance
• Collaborating with volunteers and supporting park events
• Complete required orientation and training sessions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
Much of the incumbent’s time will be spent outdoors performing physical work under varying weather conditions.
Minimum Qualifications
There are no minimum qualifications per Civil Service.
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for operational needs.
Additional Comments
OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must be at least 18 years of age per the NYS Department of Labor requirements.
• 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 physically able to perform medium to heavy manual labor.
• Must have ability to work in groups and on their own.
• Weekend/Holiday work will be required.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Closing Date/Time: 05/23/25 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Show moreThe mission of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors and to be responsible stewards of our valuable natural, historic and cultural resources.
From the shores of Long Island to the mighty Niagara Falls, New York's 180 state parks offer countless opportunities to explore your natural environment, escape from the grind of the everyday and experience exciting new adventures. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, and golf courses all await you!
New York's state parks... With all there is to see and do, how will you spend your time?
NEW YORK STATE IS KNOCKING IT OUT OF THE PARKS!
Come work with us, and...
- Be a part of the premier park system in the United States - with more than 250 state parks, historic sites, golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, campgrounds, marinas, trails, and museums and nature centers.
- Work in some of the most beautiful, scenic, and historic places New York State has to offer.
- Make a tangible impact on your community. Parks are for everyone, and all are welcome here: People of every age, ability, color, or creed belong here – without exceptions – yourself included! People of every kind come visit us in order to have experiences – and at OPRHP, we get to be part of these special times in truly meaningful ways. See how you can make a difference as a part of Team OPRHP!
State parks and historic sites are staffed by a core of permanent employees who work year-round to maintain these precious resources. During the peak of our operating season (May through September) the permanent staff is supplemented by several thousand seasonal employees who work to ensure that our patrons have a positive and safe experience when visiting our sites.
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