State Fair Worker - Events Staff

About the role

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Division of the New York State Fair is seeking several State Fair Workers to be part of their Events Staff at the Great New York State Fair. These Event Staff positions ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of event facilities on the New York State Fairgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the floors; wash windows;
• Empty trash and recycling bins and ensure the proper disposal of waste;
• Replenish supplies in restrooms;
• Manage the operation of event building systems, including unlocking doors, and controlling lighting and HVAC settings;
• Maintain the outdoors by shoveling snow, spreading ice-melt on walkways, using leaf blowers, and clearing barn stalls post-events;
• Set up and transport furniture and equipment, such as tables, chairs, picnic benches, and barricades in preparation for special events and meetings;
• Cater to various event-related needs as they arise.

Requirements

There are no education or experience qualifications or requirements for these positions. Candidates must have the physical ability to perform work consisting of light or medium to heavy physical labor. 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.

Qualifications

There are no specific qualifications or requirements for these positions.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

• Inexpensive Health Insurance options;
• Free Dental and Vision coverage;
• NYS Pension Plan membership;
• Generous paid time off.

Pay

$17.35/hour

Schedule

• 1st Shift: 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• 3rd Shift: 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Benefits

• Eligible for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Pay

$17.35/hour

Schedule

• 1st Shift: 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• 3rd Shift: 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Apply for this Position

Candidates that are eligible and interested in being considered for appointment to one of these opportunities must use this link to apply by: July 1, 2026. Within this online application, please indicate the shift(s) you are interested in and upload your resume. 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.

Additional Position Information

• Division: State Fair
• Negotiating Unit: CSEA
• Location: Syracuse
• Number of Vacancies: Several
• Status of Vacancy: Full-time; Temporary
• Hrs Per Week: 40 Hrs
• Jurisdictional Class: Labor Class
• Civil Service List(s): Eligible Lists Do Not Exist