Review Vacancy
The date on which the vacancy post was submitted.Date Posted 04/10/25
The last date that applications will be accepted.Applications Due05/19/25
This is the unique identifier for this vacancy.Vacancy ID184995
Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyAgriculture & Markets, Department of
The job title for the vacancy.TitleState Fair Worker, NS (Maintenance Department)
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeHourly
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $17.35 to $17.35 Hourly
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Temporary
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%
This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri
The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 40
Workday
If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No
If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No
If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No
If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No
The county in which the vacancy is located. County Onondaga
The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 581 State Fair Blvd
The city where the vacancy is located. City Syracuse
The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY
The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code13209
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Division of the New York State Fair! Join us and become an integral part of a team dedicated to providing an educational forum for agriculture and commerce, providing affordable, quality entertainment and educational opportunities, contributing to the efforts of the Department, industry, associations, and private businesses in the promotion and marketing of agriculture and agri-business, and creatively providing opportunities for economic growth by producing revenues and providing jobs. Here, you can cultivate your career against the backdrop of an annual event that celebrates our agricultural heritage. You’ll be at the heart of community engagement, ensuring the legacy of the fair continues to flourish and contributes to a vibrant New York culture. With a wide range of opportunities, you can find your niche in public service and grow both professionally and personally. Embrace the chance to join our team, and you’ll not only reap a fulfilling career but also sow the seeds for a healthier, stronger New York — while being part of a historic tradition.
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has several exciting opportunities to work at the Great New York State Fair! We are looking for temporary employees to join the Maintenance Department and help prepare for the 2025 State Fair. These positions will perform various manual tasks throughout the fairgrounds that support State Fair operations from May 2025 to September 2025.
Your duties may involve light, medium, or heavy physical labor related to maintenance, grounds, labor, parking services, custodial duties, and/or operating motor vehicles and equipment. If you are required to operate motor vehicles, you must hold a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the vehicle type.
Our available positions are at the New York State Fairgrounds at 581 State Fair Boulevard, Syracuse, NY. We provide a comfortable working environment with ample free parking.
These are a Labor Class, CSEA-represented positions that pay a competitive rate of $17.35 per hour. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to be part of the New York State Fair Team! Apply today!
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications While there are no education or experience qualifications or requirements for this position, candidates must have the physical ability to perform work consisting of light or medium to heavy physical labor and carry out written or oral instructions. When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments These are CSEA-represented positions offering inexpensive health insurance options, free dental and vision coverage, NYS Pension Plan membership.
As a New York State employee, you could potentially qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)! The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your direct loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan and while working full-time for the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets or another eligible employer.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Lauren
The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone 315-728-4254
The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax
Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov
Address
The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 581 State Fair Blvd
The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Syracuse
The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY
The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 13209
Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingTo apply, you must complete our online employment application and upload your resume to the system. The employment application is found at the link below.
Copy and paste this weblink into your web browser:
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The deadline to apply is May 19, 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Denny in Human Resources at 315-728-4254 or HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov.
The Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity, and reasonable accommodations and/or modifications as necessary, for qualified persons with disabilities. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, please visit: https://agriculture.ny.gov/employment-information.