About this role
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.
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.
How to Apply:
Candidates that are eligible and interested in being considered for appointment to one of these opportunities must use the below link to apply by: August 1, 2026. 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 [email protected].
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