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Conservation Operations Supervisor 1 - NY HELPS

On-siteProject ManagementFull-time

About the role

The Conservation Operations Supervisor 1 (COS1) will support our recreation program by supervising campground staff and managing day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities

  • Establishing staff work schedules
  • Observing work in progress
  • Collecting and processing recreation financial reports for review
  • Overseeing maintenance and minor construction activities
  • Procuring supplies and materials from vendors under state contract and using preferred sources as required
  • Obtaining quotes for various projects
  • Preparing purchase requisitions
  • Tracking supplies, materials, and equipment
  • Submitting schedules, reports, and work orders accurately and on time
  • Assisting with maintenance and work planning
  • Assisting with the recreation spending plan, special events, and NYWORKS, Adventure NY, and Capital projects
  • Serving as a working supervisor of one or more small crews responsible for completing a variety of tasks, including supervision, maintenance, operation, rehabilitation, improvement, or construction of department infrastructure and facilities

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. To be eligible for appointment under NY HELPS, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications below:

  • Promotional: You must be a qualified employee of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and have had 12 months of permanent competitive, non-competitive, or 55-b/55-c service as a Construction Equipment Operator, General Mechanic, Trades Generalist, Labor Supervisor, Facility Operations Assistant 2, Maintenance Assistant, Maintenance Assistant Mechanic, Service & Repair Assistant (Motor Equipment), or Maintenance Assistant Parks.
  • Open Competitive: Three years of experience in general construction or maintenance.
  • Candidates May Also Be Eligible Via The Following Reassignment - Currently in title and an employee of DEC.
  • Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis.
  • 55-b/55-c Appointment: Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications above and include with their resume or application, copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55-b/55-c program.

Note: If there is a viable promotion examination eligible list (three acceptors) for this position, candidates who qualify under NY HELPS or 55-b/55-c cannot be considered.

Additional Requirements

Transportation needs of this position require use of a state vehicle and adhering to the Department’s Vehicle Policy. You must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for this position. Use of personal protection equipment, including a respirator, will be required. Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain. Must be able to work in remote areas. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Travel may be required. Overtime may be required. Overnight travel may be required. Weekends and holidays may be required. Must be available for emergency response. Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

  • Holiday & Paid Time Off
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System

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