New York State
Facility Operations Assistant 1
Agency:
Agriculture & Markets, Department of
Occupational Category:
Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade:
06
Bargaining Unit:
OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range:
From $36,232 to $44,828 Annually
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Appointment Type:
Permanent
Jurisdictional Class:
Labor Class
Travel Percentage:
0%
Workweek:
Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week:
40
Workday From:
8 AM
To:
4:30 PM
Flextime allowed?
No
Mandatory overtime?
No
Compressed workweek allowed?
No
Telecommuting allowed?
No
County:
Onondaga
Street Address:
581 State Fair Blvd.
City:
Syracuse
State:
NY
Zip Code:
12309
Duties Description Position Information:
The Department is hiring for several permanent Facility Operations Assistant 1, SG-6 positions to work at the State Fair. The Facility Operations Assistant 1s 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.
The Facility Operations Assistant 1 positions are permanent, full‑time positions working 40 hours per week. There are several available positions for the shifts below:
1st Shift: 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM
2nd Shift: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
3rd Shift: 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM
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 Benefits: These are CSEA‑represented positions that offer excellent benefits! Benefits include but are not limited to inexpensive Health Insurance options, free Dental and Vision coverage, NYS Pension Plan membership, and generous paid time off. Within the first year, you are eligible for 5 days of personal time, 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 13 paid holidays!
As a New York State employee, you could potentially qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your direct loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan and while working full‑time for the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets or another eligible employer.
Salary: The Facility Operations Assistant 1 positions are in the CSEA Salary Grade (SG) 6. The starting salary of the CSEA SG-6 is $36,232/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 $44,828/year!
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Name:
Lauren Denny
Telephone:
(315) 728-4254
Email Address:
HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov
Address Street:
581 State Fair Blvd
City:
Syracuse
State:
NY
Zip Code:
13209
Notes on Applying Candidates that are eligible and interested in being considered for appointment to this position must complete our online employment application and upload their cover letter and resume to the system. Our online employment application can be found at: https://recruitingbypaycor.com/career/SubmitResume.action?clientId=8a7883d07a219b0d017a53a2e3bb0f9a&id=8a78839e99734e740199c54085a0419f&specialization=
The deadline to apply is December 18, 2025.
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Agriculture & Markets, Department of
Occupational Category:
Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade:
06
Bargaining Unit:
OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range:
From $36,232 to $44,828 Annually
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Appointment Type:
Permanent
Jurisdictional Class:
Labor Class
Travel Percentage:
0%
Workweek:
Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week:
40
Workday From:
8 AM
To:
4:30 PM
Flextime allowed?
No
Mandatory overtime?
No
Compressed workweek allowed?
No
Telecommuting allowed?
No
County:
Onondaga
Street Address:
581 State Fair Blvd.
City:
Syracuse
State:
NY
Zip Code:
12309
Duties Description Position Information:
The Department is hiring for several permanent Facility Operations Assistant 1, SG-6 positions to work at the State Fair. The Facility Operations Assistant 1s 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.
The Facility Operations Assistant 1 positions are permanent, full‑time positions working 40 hours per week. There are several available positions for the shifts below:
1st Shift: 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM
2nd Shift: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
3rd Shift: 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM
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 Benefits: These are CSEA‑represented positions that offer excellent benefits! Benefits include but are not limited to inexpensive Health Insurance options, free Dental and Vision coverage, NYS Pension Plan membership, and generous paid time off. Within the first year, you are eligible for 5 days of personal time, 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 13 paid holidays!
As a New York State employee, you could potentially qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your direct loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan and while working full‑time for the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets or another eligible employer.
Salary: The Facility Operations Assistant 1 positions are in the CSEA Salary Grade (SG) 6. The starting salary of the CSEA SG-6 is $36,232/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 $44,828/year!
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Name:
Lauren Denny
Telephone:
(315) 728-4254
Email Address:
HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov
Address Street:
581 State Fair Blvd
City:
Syracuse
State:
NY
Zip Code:
13209
Notes on Applying Candidates that are eligible and interested in being considered for appointment to this position must complete our online employment application and upload their cover letter and resume to the system. Our online employment application can be found at: https://recruitingbypaycor.com/career/SubmitResume.action?clientId=8a7883d07a219b0d017a53a2e3bb0f9a&id=8a78839e99734e740199c54085a0419f&specialization=
The deadline to apply is December 18, 2025.
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr