Facility Operations Assistant 1

NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision care

New York State Pension Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking a permanent Facility Operations Assistant 1 (SG-6) to support the Great New York State Fair at the State Fairgrounds in Syracuse, NY. The role covers cleaning, facility maintenance, and delivering event services such as setup, equipment operation, and post‑event cleanup.

The standard schedule is 40 hours per week, Thursday through Monday, 1:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

Qualifications

• There are no education or experience qualifications for this class.
• Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks and have a NYS driver\'s license appropriate for operating vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain event facilities and provide event services (set-up, equipment operation, post-event cleanup).
• Operate vehicles and equipment for snow removal and groundskeeping as needed.
• Work in a small or large crew on specific assignments.
• Support daily care of facilities and grounds.

Job description

Duties Description

The Department of Agriculture and Markets is hiring a permanent Facility Operations Assistant 1, SG-6 to work at the Great New York State Fair. The Facility Operations Assistant 1 will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining event facilities and providing event services, such as set-up, equipment operation services, and post-event cleanup for year-round events and the annual State Fair. The duties may include operating vehicles and equipment for snow removal, groundskeeping care, and any routine duties related to the daily care of the facilities and grounds. The incumbent may work in a small or large crew on a specific assignment.

Position Information

Duties Description

The Department of Agriculture and Markets is hiring a permanent Facility Operations Assistant 1, SG-6 to work at the Great New York State Fair. The Facility Operations Assistant 1 will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining event facilities and providing event services, such as set-up, equipment operation services, and post-event cleanup for year-round events and the annual State Fair. The duties may include operating vehicles and equipment for snow removal, groundskeeping care, and any routine duties related to the daily care of the facilities and grounds. The incumbent may work in a small or large crew on a specific assignment.

This full-time position is located at the New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209. The standard work schedule for this position is 40 hours per week, Thursday through Monday, from 1:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Please note that work schedules may be adjusted with reasonable advance notice and consultation.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Labor Class: There are no education or experience qualifications for this class. Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and be able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions. When required to operate motor vehicles, incumbents must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle being operated.

Additional Comments

This is a CSEA-represented position offering a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. You'll benefit from cost-effective health insurance options, fully covered dental and vision care, participation in the secure New York State Pension Plan, and ample paid time off. Your first year includes 5 personal days, 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 13 paid holidays – providing excellent work-life balance. Explore additional advantages with programs such as the Optional Payment Election Program, Deferred Compensation Plan, Flex Spending Account, and NY's 529 College Savings Program. For comprehensive details on these programs, please visit the New York State Office of Employee Relations website.

Salary

The Facility Operations Assistant 1 position is in the CSEA Salary Grade (SG) 6. The starting salary of the CSEA SG-6 is $37,862/year.

The candidate appointed to this position will be eligible to participate in the New York State Performance Evaluation Program. Through this program, employees receive yearly performance evaluations. Performance advances are payable to CSEA employees whose base annual salary is below the job rate for their current position and who were rated "Satisfactory" or its equivalent on their yearly performance evaluation. Performance advance payments are added to an employee's annual salary. Over time, yearly performance advances may lead to the SG-6 job rate salary of $46,843/year!