Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 07/22/26
Applications Due: 08/01/26
Vacancy ID: 220410
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyAgriculture & Markets, Department of
TitleState Fair Worker, NS Parking Services
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Salary GradeHourly
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $16.43 to $16.43 Hourly
Employment Type Part-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Labor Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Variable
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 5 AM
To 9:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Onondaga
Street Address 581 State Fair Blvd
City Syracuse
StateNY
Zip Code13209
Job Specifics
Duties Description Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Division of the New York State Fair and become a vital force in shaping iconic events! As part of our dedicated team, you’ll support our mission to create an educational hub for agriculture and commerce, deliver quality entertainment and learning, and champion the promotion and marketing of New York's agri-business. Your contributions will directly support economic growth, job creation, and revenue generation. Find your purpose in public service and cultivate a career that offers both professional and personal development. Join us and help build a stronger New York, rooted in tradition and poised for the future.
Position Information:
Are you looking for a fun and fulfilling job opportunity? Look no further than the Great New York State Fair! The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is hiring for a temporary State Fair Worker position to work at the New York State Fairgrounds. State Fair Workers perform a variety of tasks in support of event parking and safety on the New York State Fairgrounds. Specifically, these positions perform the following:
• Greet and assist visitors with directions to parking areas and in locating various buildings on the property. Provides information on general policies regarding such areas as parking, grounds, facility use, and fees for parking and events.
• Controls access and directs vendors, patrons, and employees to designated parking areas.
• Assists with special parking needs.
• Assists in maintaining smooth traffic flow during events by setting up traffic cones, signage, barricades, and other equipment.
• Issues daily parking passes.
This Labor Class, CSEA-represented position is part-time, on-call, and work year-round, primarily on a Friday, Saturday, and Sunday schedule for most major events. These positions provide competitive pay of $16.43/hour.
The fairgrounds are located at 581 State Fair Boulevard in Syracuse, they offer a comfortable work environment, complete with free parking for your convenience. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be a part of one of the largest and most exciting events in the state! Apply today and join us at the Great New York State Fair.
Minimum Qualifications There are no education or experience qualifications or requirements for these positions. Candidates must have 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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Lauren Denny
Telephone 3157284254
Fax
Email Address HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov
Address
Street 581 State Fair Blvd
City Syracuse
State NY
Zip Code 13209
Notes on ApplyingCandidates that are eligible and interested in being considered for appointment to one of these opportunities must copy and paste this link to apply:
https://recruitingbypaycor.com/career/SubmitResume.action?clientId=8a7883d07a219b0d017a53a2e3bb0f9a&id=8a78839f9f4435e9019f89f5db706074&specialization=
Within this online application please upload your resume and cover letter. 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.
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