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Longer Summer employment opportunities also available<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Press release\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The State Fair, a division of the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, is looking for prospective employees to fill hundreds of temporary positions during the 2022 Great New York State Fair, which starts Wednesday, August 24 and continues through Labor Day, Monday, September 5.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Talent is most needed in the areas of Guest Relations<\/strong>, Security<\/strong>, Safety<\/strong> and Transportation<\/strong> (Tram Conductors). The Fair is also looking to hire Superintendents for the Talent Showcase <\/strong>youth talent showlocated at the Talent Showcase Stage, as well as for the Demonstration Kitchen<\/strong> and Arts and Crafts<\/strong>, both located in the Art & Home Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cEach year, we are grateful to have about 1,600 employees help us throw one of the biggest and most fun events in New York State,\u201d said interim Fair Director Sean Hennessey. \u201cThere\u2019s no way that we could showcase the best that our state has to offer without our temporary and summer employees. There are still plenty of opportunities to join our team.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brief descriptions of each role are provided below and in the application, linked here<\/a> on the Fair\u2019s website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Guest Relations<\/strong>: Employees in Guest Relations roles welcome guests and provide information about the facilities, programs and services available at The Fair. Those in a Ticket Taker role will review and scan tickets at entry points.<\/li>
  2. Licensed Security Guard:<\/strong> In this role, employees will check all bags at entry points, and\/or perform services at Chevy Court and Chevy Park concert locations. To be eligible for this position, applicants must have a Security Guard License.<\/li>
  3. Security:<\/strong> Security staff members are tasked with securing the premises and personnel by patrolling the Fairgrounds, guarding entry points and verifying visitors. To be eligible for this position, applicants need to complete an 8-hour course.<\/li>
  4. Safety:<\/strong> Safety employees will help guests as needed, ensuring all safety protocols are followed. No license is required for this position.<\/li>
  5. Tram Conductor:<\/strong> In this role, employees will help passengers on and off the back of trams, which follow a route that runs the perimeter of the Fairgrounds for the convenience of visitors.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Candidates interested in any of the positions listed above are encouraged to complete an online application. Work hours, rate of pay, and duration of employment varies per assignment, and certain positions may be needed before the Fair begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Superintendent Roles:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n