Parks and Recreation Aide 4 - Intern (Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park)

Job Description:

Parks and Recreation Aide 4 - Intern (Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park)

Description

Duties Description

Park and Rec Aide 4 (intern) is a full-time, seasonal position that assists in maintaining special gardens and collections at the arboretum.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Planting, pruning, mulching, watering, and weeding plant beds
• Installation of indoor and outdoor horticultural displays
• Special garden renovations
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.

Preferred qualifications:
Currently enrolled in, or a recent graduate of, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Botany, Environmental Science, or a related field.

Additional Comments

OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must possess strong organizational and critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently or on a team.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time outside and lift up to 50 lbs.

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.

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

Closing Date/Time: 04/20/25

Salary:

From $18.49 to $18.49 Hourly