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Westchester County Parks, Recreation and Conservation is hiring a Senior Curator.
We are responsible for managing over 18,000 acres of land consisting mostly of forested areas that support an abundance of wildlife species. The Senior Curator will contribute to the management and conservation of wildlife through the implementation and growth of existing wildlife programs and the creation of new wildlife programs and projects on an as needed basis.
Responsibilities
- Extensive research and data collection of wildlife management issues
- Obtain necessary State and Federal Wildlife Permits for management of wildlife County wide in our parks;
- Assist with the implementation and the daily operations of the County-wide Canada Geese Management Program, Deer Management Program and other wildlife management programs
- Prepare digital maps using Geographic Information Systems, Global Positioning Systems, and Archive technology
- Identify and quantify nuisance wildlife and the effect on biodiversity or public safety
- Identify wildlife species and their habitat relationships
- Present to other municipal and government agencies on deer management etc.
- Collaborate with local conservation organizations and networks and partake in regional wildlife and conservation projects and efforts
- Liaison to conservation boards and working group meetings for partnership networks
- Collection of biological samples
- Train Curators and other Conservation support staff in wildlife management and communication of benefits of programs to park patrons
- Supervision and management of volunteers and hourly wildlife/natural resource staff
- Coordinate population counts including spotlighting, and other methods
- Monitor deer enclosures, target species, nests, and other features for evaluating program effectiveness
- Interface with hunters, volunteers, and the general public regarding wildlife issues
- Demonstration and lecture preparation and participation in public education programs by developing publications, web pages, field training monitoring protocols, writing informational articles and creating signs related to wildlife management
- Conduct on-the-job training for egg oiling, browse impact/pellet count surveys, or other wildlife management techniques
- Network with local and state agencies on regional wildlife management issues
- Maintain records and prepare reports of research and extensive collective data required for compliance with wildlife management permits
- Remain up-to-date on wildlife related trainings and licenses
- Use of computer applications and database software in performing work assignments and data collections
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree and two years of experience in which the primary function of the position was nature museum operation, outdoor museum interpretation, museum interpretation, or substantially similar work, which included one year of experience that included conducting biodiversity field research and field data compilation.
- Comprehensive knowledge of wildlife management techniques and population dynamics and emerging wildlife diseases
- Thorough knowledge of management strategies and wildlife issues
- Good knowledge of the requirements of NY State wildlife permits
- Proficient with GIS tools such as ArcPro, FieldMaps, etc.
Salary Range
$71,800 - $89,305
$71,800 - $89,305
Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Range Officer supervises shooters and multiple range areas, which include large and small bore rifle ranges, an archery range, a 14-station 3D archery range and a new trap and skeet area with four combination fields. Located at The Sportsman Center at Blue Mountain Reservation in Cortlandt Manor. Schedules may include some weekdays, weekend and approved Holidays that fall on a Monday.
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Ensure safety at the Range at all times
- Supervise shooters at the Range
- Inspect firearms and ammunition
- Assigns individual to shooting stalls and targets; gives commands for firing
- Teaches the handling and care of firearms and equipment
- Directs and monitors all customer services
- Act as first responder for accidents, injuries, property damage or other emergencies requiring immediate attention
- Reports all infractions of rules and regulations
- May prepare reports on certifications, maintenance and Range operations
- Maintain inventory supply of related equipment
- Maintain areas in and around shooting stalls
Requirements; successful completion of one or more of the following certifications:
- NRA Marksmanship Instructor, NRA Range Safety Officer or NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
- Hunter Safety Instructor for Guns
- 60 hours of supervised paid or volunteer teaching experience in the care and handling of firearm and shooting equipment
(time may have been gained as part of the above certification requirements) - Knowledge of emergency standards and procedures where personal safety of patrons, staff or others may be in danger
- At least 18 years of age
- Background Check and Pre-employment Drug Testing required
- Preference given to military or law enforcement background but not required
Hours/Salary
- Hourly position. Flexible hours include some weekday, weekend and approved Holidays that fall on a Monday.
- Salary - $15.50 per hour, commensurate with experience
Contact
Vladimir Valcourt
Park Superintendent
Blue Mountain Reservation/Sportsman Center
183 Watch Hill Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
Email: | Phone: (914) 862 - 5322
Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation, a Nationally Accredited Parks System, has seasonal Recreation Attendant job opportunities available to staff Westchester County-operated Golf Courses. Schedules may include evening, weekend and holiday hours based on seasonal demands.
Duties include but are not limited to:
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general, routine manual labor and repair tasks
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various duties in grounds and building maintenance and repair
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performing basic landscaping duties such as grass cutting, weeding, planting, watering, shrub and tree trimming
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trash, debris and rubbish removal
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use of hand and power tools and equipment
Locations
Westchester County Golf Courses:
- Dunwoodie Golf Course, Yonkers
- Sprain Lake Golf Course, Yonkers
- Maple Moor Golf Course, White Plains
- Saxon Woods Golf Course, White Plains
- Hudson Hills Golf Course, Ossining
Qualifications
Knowledge of basic gardening and landscaping preferred.
Requirements
- Applicants must be 16 years or older
- Must be able to work early hours, weekdays, weekends and holidays
Salary
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Contact
Submit resume to
For more information, call (914) 231-4554
Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Work outdoors with a great group of people at various Westchester County Parks locations from April through October, 2024.
Responsibilities of this position varies from park to park and can include directing and greeting patrons, assisting in maintaining stock room and setting up merchandise, as well as processing and receiving payments and issuing receipts to patrons.
Additional hands-on maintenance responsibilities include mowing grass, planting, watering, trimming trees and shrubs, restroom maintenance, removal of debris, basic carpentry, plumbing and painting, use of hand and power tools and equipment. Must be 16 years of age or older.
Schedule may include evening and weekend hours and candidates must be able to stand for long periods of time and work outdoors in all types of weather.
2024 Parks seasonal applications are available to download and submit to .
Locations:
- Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Katonah
- Blue Mountain Reservation, Peekskill
- Bronx River Pathway
- Croton Gorge Park, Cortlandt
- Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson
- Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Rye
- Glen Island Park, New Rochelle
- Hilltop Hanover Farm, Yorktown Heights
- Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- Lasdon Park, Katonah
- North County Trailway
- Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River
- Saxon Woods Park, White Plains
- Sal J. Prezioso Mountain Lakes Park, North Salem
- South County Trailway
- Sprain Ridge Park, Yonkers
- Tibbetts Brook Park, Yonkers
- Westchester County Center, White Plains
- Willson's Woods Park, Mt. Vernon
Seasonal and year-round opportunities are available.
Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Nature Camp Teachers Needed with Westchester County Parks, Recreation and Conservation
The Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation is looking for enthusiastic educators, naturalists, and outdoor-enthusiasts to teach at our summer Nature Camps in Westchester’s most beautiful forests, meadows, and shorelines. Camps operate from July through mid-August and teachers will share their knowledge and love of the outdoors with like-minded campers from pre-K through middle school.
Duties include but are not limited to: developing activities for campers to participate in throughout the day.
Qualifications
Applicants should enjoy being outdoors and have the ability to communicate effectively. Enthusiasm and curiosity are a plus! Must be 16 years of age or older.
Pre-K group leader and assistant applicants should have experience working with children between the ages of three and five years old.
Hours/Salary
Nature camp teachers are hourly positions. Hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Locations
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Alfred B. DelBello Muscoot Farm, Katonah
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Cranberry Lake Preserve, North White Plains
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Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Rye
- Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial, Somers
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Lenoir Preserve, Yonkers
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Marshlands Conservancy, Rye
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Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River
Contact/Send resume
Taro Ietaka
Background Clearance is required for ages 18 and older.
Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer