Park and Rec Aide 7 (Intern – Capital Bureau– Long Island)

About the role

This is a full-time, seasonal position that will assist professional staff with planning, design, and construction of park and historic site improvements, including trails, accessible pathways, planting, stormwater management, and signage.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing drawings, details, specifications, and cost estimates using AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite, as applicable
• Assist in conducting field measurements and site inventories to support base maps and design development
• Assist in researching native plants and construction materials, including cost, availability, and suitability
• Assist with planting plants and maintenance recommendations
• Assist in preparing presentation materials and interpretive signage following agency design standards
• Assist with reviewing consultant documents, tracking submittals, and drafting responses to contractor questions
• Assist in documenting construction progress and site conditions, including inspections and reports supporting SWPPP compliance
• Assist in maintaining project records and coordinating with design staff, project managers, contractors, and park operations

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: No minimum qualifications per Civil Service. See additional comments for operational needs.

• Bachelor’s degree, graduate degree, or coursework in landscape architecture or a closely related field
• Experience or academic training in site planning, planting design, and construction documentation
• Knowledge of native plants, sustainable landscapes, and construction materials

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 at least 18 years old
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office; familiarity with Revit
• Must possess strong communication, organizational and critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively and participate in fieldwork throughout Long

Benefits

This position has the option to join the NYS Employees’ Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage as well as the opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time and service requirements have been met. To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx