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.

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
-Historic Site Interpretation
-Environmental Education
-Sanitation Workers
-Golf Courses and Pro Shops
-Patron Assistance
...and more!

Many park regions also employ a limited number of seasonal trades people and recreation specialists.

Additional Comments Pay:
-Current hourly salaries for Park and Recreation Aides range from $15.45 - $23.43 per hour depending on location, type of work available and the experience of the applicant.

Benefits:
-Learn about permanent opportunities within NYS Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
-CSEA tuition vouchers
-NYS retirement membership

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Personnel

Telephone 315-948-3716

Fax

Email Address TI.employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street PO BOX 247

City Alexandria Bay

State NY

Zip Code 13607

Notes on Applying If you are interested in being considered for a seasonal position, please submit an application to TI.employment@parks.ny.gov - using the subject line "Seasonal Employment 2024".

You can download the application here:
https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1ThousandIslands.pdf

Join our team and come see why it's great to work for New York State Parks!