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Current job openings are listed below.

 

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Current Job Opportunities

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Automotive Worker (Seasonal)
Open Period: October 01- October 22, 2026
Salary: $31.91 - $37.24 per hour
Position and Grade: WG 5823 8
Location: Staten Island, NY
Who May Apply: The public
Job Description:

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Replaces solenoids, relays, control modules, water pumps, fuel injectors, spark plugs, brake pads/shoes, wheel bearings/hubs, ball joints, control arms, steering linkages, exhaust components, cooling system components, engine components, belts, hoses, tires, and complete assemblies such as engines, transmissions, transfer cased, transaxles and rearends.
• Services and checks air conditioning systems, including purging and recharging systems, flushing radiators and replacing anti-freeze solutions, and aligning cars and trucks by adjusting caster, camber and toe.
• May assist with, or prepare monthly reports, requisitions for supplies and parts, job reports and vehicle labor and parts forms.
• Responsible for neatness and organization of work area and assigned tools; parts control and inventory, immediate cleanup of any spills or other concerns that may present a hazard to shop personnel or others.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain license, certificates, and any applicable endorsements as required by the Park.

Museum Technician (Seasonal)
Open Period: October 19-October 26 or until 175 applications have been received.
Salary: $23.00 - $37.04 per hour
Position and Grade: GS 1016 5/7
Location: Fort Wadsworth, Staten Island, NY
Who May Apply: The public
Job Description:

Some of the Museum Technician Standard Duties include but are not limited to:

• Unpacks objects and processes them; performs limited cleaning; identifies preservation needs and recommends additional actions. Repacks objects with care, assuring complete labeling that preserves data associated with the objects.
• Identifies and labels objects by matching documentation field labels, notes, etc. with the objects.
• Places objects in storage, maintaining the organization already established by the supervisor.
• Prepares, maintains, and organizes manual and automated curatorial records including accession records, catalog records, and donation forms; maintains and organizes other records, such as inventories and object lists.
• Performs a variety of clerical operations in support of the curatorial operation. Provides answers and information to park visitors.
• Performs routine cleaning of objects as directed and according to established standards.

Archeological Technician (Seasonal)
Open Period: October 19-October 26 or until 175 applications have been received.
Salary: $23.00 - $37.04 per hour
Position and Grade: GS 0102 5/7
Location: Fort Wadsworth, Staten Island, NY
Who May Apply: The public
Job Description:
Some of the Archeological TechnicianStandard Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assists with on-the ground field studies.
• Identifies and packages artifacts to be removed from the site.
• Prepares information such as reports, maps, and photographs.
• Participates in cultural resource inventories to identify cultural, historic and/or paleontological resources.
• Complies, summarizes, and interprets data obtained during inventories.

Administrative Support Assistant (OA)
Open Period: October 19-October 26 or until 275 applications have been received.
Salary: $23.00 - $37.04 per hour
Position and Grade: GS 0303 5/7
Location: Jamaica Bay and Staten Island Units
Who May Apply: The public
Job Description:

Major Duties:

• Provide administrative information and assistance to supervisors and staff on the practical and technical aspects of administrative support services.
• Use computers and appropriate software for data collection, analysis and collating. Prepare reports, forms, and tabular material, providing proper formatting for information processing.
• Serves as a property clerk, procure goods and services under the micro purchase threshold.
• Performs or oversees supply functions including receiving incoming supplies, materials and equipment. Orders and maintain stock items such as office supplies.
• Server as timekeeper, processing electronic time and attendance records and working with the payroll office to resolve problems.

Lead Recreation Fee Technician (Seasonal)
Open Period: October 19-October 26
Salary: $25.64 - $33.33 per hour
Position and Grade: GS 0503 6
Location: Jamaica Bay and Sandy Hook Units
Who May Apply: The public
Job Description:

Major Duties:

• Serve as a front-line, uniformed representative of the NPS, answering visitor questions and explaining the area's recreational opportunities, including NPS interpretive services, concession operated facilities and services, campground availability, hiking trails, etc.
• Perform assignments in accordance with all NPS and U.S. Treasury regulations governing the handling of government funds.

 

Recreation Fee Clerk and Technician (Seasonal)
Open Period: October 14- October 23, 2026 or until 600 applications have been received
Salary: $18.31 - $37.04 per hour
Position and Grade: GS 0503 3/7
Location: Jamaica Bay and Sandy Hook Units
Who May Apply: The public
Job Description:

Some of the Recreation Fee Clerk & Technician Standard Duties include but are not limited to:

• Serve as a front-line, uniformed representative of the NPS, answering visitor questions and explaining the area's recreational opportunities, including NPS interpretive services, concession operated facilities and services, campground availability, hiking trails, etc.
• Perform assignments in accordance with all NPS and U.S. Treasury regulations governing the handling of government funds.
• Additional duties are listed in the job announcement.

Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) (Seasonal)
Open Period: October 14- October 23, 2026 or until 100 applications have been received
Salary: $23.00 - $37.04 per hour
Position and Grade: GS 0404 5/7
Location: Jamaica Bay and Sandy Hook Units
Who May Apply: The public
Job Description:

Some of the Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) Standard Duties include but are not limited to:

• Conduct surveys and monitoring of wildlife populations, species, and habitats.
• Collect biological and environmental data and specimens using established wildlife sampling and monitoring methods and equipment.
• Record and maintain project data using Global Positioning System (GPS), Geographic Information System (GIS), and other data-management technology.
• Organize, enter, and maintain wildlife and habitat project data.
• You may implement established wildlife monitoring and management projects; collect, organize, and summarize field data; and assist in the preparation of reports and project documentation.

Supervisory Recreation Fee Clerk and Technician (Seasonal)
Open Period: October 14- October 23, 2026
Salary: $25.64 - $37.04 per hour
Position and Grade: GS 0503 6/7
Location: Jamaica Bay and Sandy Hook Units
Who May Apply: The public
Job Description:

Some of the Recreation Fee Clerk & Technician Standard Duties include but are not limited to:

• Serve as a front-line, uniformed representative of the NPS, answering visitor questions and explaining the area's recreational opportunities, including NPS interpretive services, concession operated facilities and services, campground availability, hiking trails, etc.
• Perform assignments in accordance with all NPS and U.S. Treasury regulations governing the handling of government funds.

Administrative Programs Manager
Open Period: October 20- October 26, 2026
Salary: $105,481 - $137,128 per year
Position and Grade: GS 0301 12
Location: Fort Wadsworth, Staten Island
Who May Apply: This is a Merit Promotion announcement for current and former career and career conditional Federal employees, Career Transition eligibles (CTAP & ICTAP) and those who are eligible under the hiring paths listed above. Refer to Required Documents section for more information. This position is limited to the local commuting area. The applicant must currently reside within a 50 mile of the official duty station of Staten Island, New York.
Job Description:

As an Administrative Programs Manager, you will perform the following duties:

• -Manages and oversees Administrative Support Services, Mailroom Operations, Property Management, and Housing Management and Fleet Management.
• -Conducts annual housing inspections.
• -Reviews and addresses housing concerns.
• -Coordinates temporary occupancy.
• -Manages fleet credit cards.
• -Manages complex personal property management programs of personal property such as monitors, printers, and motor vehicles.
• -Drafts, reviews, and recommends park strategic housing plans and policies for approval.
• -Responds to data calls.
• -Acquires and disposes of government license plates.
• -Maintains inventory for key/lock control.