State Fair Worker - Safety Department

State Fair Worker

Safety Department

$27.06/hour

New York State Fair

Syracuse, NY

Posting Dates: April 3, 2026 – April 13, 2026

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.

Position Information:

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has an exciting opportunity to work year-round at the Great New York State Fair ! We are looking for a temporary employee to join the Safety Department and help with the State Fair safety operations. This position will perform various manual tasks throughout the fairgrounds that support State Fair operations. Duties may involve ensuring the safety and security of employees, tenants, and visitors by responding to security issues in accordance with policy and procedures; directing event coverage involving multiple locations or times ensuring placard compliance, event payment schematic and traffic management, and proper signage; overseeing management of a daily employee roster and ensuring adequate coverage of parking locations, posts, gates and daily shifts including nights and weekends; performing the full range of administrative supervisory responsibilities; supervising and assisting in maintenance work such as but not limited to putting up required signs, barricades, benches, and grounds maintenance.

The available position is located at the New York State Fairgrounds at 581 State Fair Boulevard, Syracuse, NY. We provide a comfortable working environment with ample free parking.

This is a Labor Class, CSEA-represented position that pays a competitive rate of $27.06 per hour working up to 37.5 hours/week, Monday-Friday. There may be weekend work as needed to support large events on the fairgrounds. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to be part of the New York State Fair Team! Apply today!

Benefits:

This is a CSEA-represented position offering inexpensive health insurance options, free dental and vision coverage, and NYS Pension Plan membership. Within the first year, you may be eligible for 5 days of personal time, 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 13 paid holidays!

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Two years of experience supervising subordinate staff in the management of permit and cash parking operations having at least 1,500 spaces OR one year of New York State service as a Senior Parking Services Attendant.

How to Apply:

To apply, you must complete our online employment application and upload your resume to the system. The deadline to apply is April 13, 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Denny in Human Resources at 315-728-4254 or [email protected].

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:

Additional Position Information:

Division: State Fair

Negotiating Unit: CSEA

Location: Syracuse

Number of Vacancies: One

Status of Vacancy: Temporary; Hourly

Hours Per Week: Up To 37.5 Hours

Jurisdictional Class: Labor

Civil Service List(s): No Eligible List Exists