Parks and Recreation Aide 4 - Rensselaer, United States - Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
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Rensselaer, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Minimum Qualifications
No Minimum Qualifications per Civil Service.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree or completed coursework in history, museum studies, and/or art history is preferred.

Duties Description

  • Welcomes visitors to the historic site museum.
  • Provides guided tours of Crailo exhibits and grounds to various groups (schools, adults, families, etc.).
  • Conducts offsite outreach programs in the Capital District.
  • Assists staff in coordinating and implementing special programs and events.
  • Assists with general operations and care of the historic site (may include climbing stairs and standing for extended periods).
  • Researches and undertakes special projects.
  • Contributes to site communication (social media, newsletter, written reports) as needed.
  • Processes admission and gift shop transactions.
  • Performs historic house upkeep tasks (as assigned).
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

OPERATIONAL NEEDS:

  • Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
  • Ability to climb stairs and walk and stand for prolonged periods including over uneven terrain while interacting with the public.
  • Must have excellent customer service skills and the ability to act as a customer service contact.
  • Must have strong organizational skills, good attention to detail, and the ability to work well independently.
  • Must keep up on all mandated training including First Aid/CPR/AED.
  • Comfortable and competent with PCs and Microsoft Office.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner
  • Compliance with safety protocols.
  • Should be affable, able to work well with the general public and serve as a team player with coworkers.
  • Knowledge and interest in conducting historical research, managing multiple tasks and flexibility in scheduling and work assignments is a plus.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
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