Court Aide

New York State Unified Court System; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 Paid Holidays

20 Paid Vacation Days within the first

Job summary

The New York State Unified Court System is seeking a Custodial Aide to support the Court of Appeals in Albany, New York. This full-time role operates on a Monday to Friday night shift (Midnight to 8am) to maintain clean courtrooms, judges' chambers, and related areas.

Responsibilities include routine housekeeping, basic maintenance, moving furniture, and waste removal. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Salary is $46,629 with 13 paid holidays and 20 vacation days in the first year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Performing routine housekeeping in courtrooms, Judges' chambers, and other courthouse areas
• Performing routine maintenance
• Moving furniture and equipment and performing waste removal from courtrooms, Judges' chambers, and other courthouse areas.

Job description

The New York State Unified Court System (NYS UCS) is one of the largest and most diverse court systems in the nation, responsible for delivering fair, efficient, and accessible justice to the people of New York. With courts operating in every county statewide, NYS UCS supports a wide range of legal proceedings and provides essential services that uphold the rule of law. The court system is committed to integrity, professionalism, and public service across all operations.

Position Overview:

The New York State Unified Court System is seeking a Custodial Aide to support the Court of Appeals in Albany, New York.

Please be aware of the schedule for this position: Monday to Friday - Night Shift (Midnight to 8am)

Key Responsibilities:

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performing routine housekeeping in courtrooms, Judges' chambers, and other courthouse areas
• Performing routine maintenance
• Moving furniture and equipment and performing waste removal from courtrooms, Judges' chambers, and other courthouse areas.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or the equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Employment Type:

• Full-time

Salary & Compensation:

• $46,629

Location:

• Albany, NY

What the Courts Offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 20 Paid Vacation Days within the first year

Full Job Description can be reviewed here: 40179_custodial_aide_court_of_appeals.pdf

Applications must be postmarked or received by: November 27, 2026

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

It is the policy of the UCS to ensure equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including freedom from sexual harassment), sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or, in certain circumstances, prior criminal record.