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Job Description
Duties Description
It's never too early to start planning for summer employment! Seasonal employees are typically employed between Memorial Day and Labor Day (may vary based on location). Park and Recreation Aides can work in many different areas within a park or historic site, including:
-Park Offices
-Park and Trail Maintenance, Groundskeeping, and Landscaping
-Pools and Beach areas
-Historic Site Tours, Visitor Areas, and Gift Shops
-Nature Centers-Sanitation and Cleaning
-Golf Courses and Pro Shops-Patron Assistance...and more!
Many park regions also employ a limited number of seasonal trades people, recreation specialists, and other specialized roles.
Minimum Qualifications
There are no Civil Service minimum qualifications. Qualifications for each seasonal position are based on operating needs and vary based on the assigned work location and job title.
Additional Comments
Work locations in Orange County:
Sterling Forest State Park
Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Knox Headquarters State Historic Site
New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site
National Purple Heart Hall Of Honor
Regional Restoration
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site
Goosepond Mountain State Park
Highland Lakes State Park
Pay:
-Current hourly salaries for Park and Recreation Aides range from $15.97- $24.13 per hour depending on location, type of work available and the experience of the applicant.
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
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Closing Date/Time: 06/13/25 -
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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