Current Vacancy Lists
Promotional means that applications are accepted only from current Tompkins County Civil Service employees.
Open To Public means that applications are accepted from residents of Tompkins or one of the six contiguous counties: Seneca, Tioga, Cortland, Cayuga, Chemung, and Schuyler.
Residency Waived means that anyone may apply.
Applications must be completed and submitted by 4:30 p.m. on the final filing date of each posting.
Allow plenty of time to complete your first application. The information will be saved in the system and pulled forward into your subsequent applications.
The period of a vacancy posting is subject to change by the hiring authority.
Job Name (click to view job description) |
Exam No. |
Application Deadline |
Exam Date |
Apply Online |
Tompkins County |
Assistant District Attorney - Level 1
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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Assistant District Attorney - Level 2
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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Assistant District Attorney - Level 3
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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Caseworker
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NA |
NA |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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Caseworker - Lateral transfer opportunity
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NA |
NA |
NA |
Apply |
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TRANSFER QUALIFICATIONS:
This is a lateral transfer opportunity. In order to be eligible, you must be permanent and past probation in the title of Caseworker. Vacancies occur regularly in the title of Caseworker in the Tompkins County Social Services and Mental Health departments. Hiring managers will be viewing lateral transfer candidates on an on-going basis. Preference in appointment may be given to candidates who are eligible for lateral transfer.
Along with completing the Tompkins County electronic employment application, you must also provide a copy of: 1) your civil service roster record (shows dates of employment and civil service status), 2) the current job description, and 3) the exam announcement from the test which you received your permanent appointment. The examination that you took must be identical or substantially similar to a test that would be held for the Tompkins County position.
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Corrections Officer
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NA |
01/17/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Corrections Officer - Transfer/Reinstatement Opportunity
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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LOCATION OF POSITIONS:
New York State candidates who are eligible for transfer or reinstatement may be considered for any positions that become available in the Tompkins County Sheriff's Office. Transfer and reinstatement candidates have the same relative standing as anyone among the top three on an eligible list. Preference in appointment is not a given. It is the responsibility of the applicant to demonstrate their eligibility by providing the documentation required.
YOU MUST CURRENTLY BE, OR HAVE BEEN, A PERMANENT COMPETITIVE CLASS NEW YORK STATE CORRECTIONS OFFICER IN ORDER TO APPLY-
When applying, please provide your civil service roster record, current job description and exam announcement. Follow the link above for additional information. The Sheriff's Department - Corrections Division is currently recruiting to fill a part-time permanent Corrections Officer position and may be interested in transfer or reinstatment candidates.
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Countywide Security Manager
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NA |
01/15/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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This is a new position under the leadership of the Department of Emergency Response.
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Deputy Director of Finance (Promotional)
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NA |
12/27/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Tompkins County Finance is excited to offer a promotional opportunity for a finance department division leader that has been in their current position for at least 2 years. This is an upper-level management position that reports to the Director of Finance. Preference will be given to a candidate with strong government or fund accounting experience.
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Deputy Facilities Director
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Please submit a resume
Posted until filled
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Home Health-Personal Care Aide
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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The Office for the Aging is seeking a Home Health Personal Care Aide to work with their clients receiving In-home services. Benefits include medical, dental, paid time off and holidays, flexible schedule and vehicle or paid travel time available.
Part time 20hrs a week- Hire Rate $24.19 /HR; Work Rate $25.46/HR
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Information Aide
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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LOCATION OF POSITIONS/VACANCIES:
This is a non-competitive (no civil service test) and a continuous recruitment opportunity for Tompkins County Departments.
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Licensed Clinical Therapist
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NA |
01/19/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Tompkins County Whole Health Mental Health is looking for an individual who has interest in working with the Forensics population within a Clinic mental health setting. The Forensics unit collaborates with County Alternatives to Incarceration Courts and provides treatment to sex offenders, domestic violence offenders, drug treatment court participants as well as individuals referred by probation, Federal probation and parole. Licensed Clinical therapists who value Forensics work and have a willingness and compassion to work with clients involved in the criminal justice system are encouraged to apply.
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Medical Director - Mental Health
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NA |
NA |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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This position is with our Whole Health Dept.
Posted until filled
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Motor Equipment Operator
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NA |
NA |
NA |
Apply |
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Full Time- Highway Department
$21.47/hour hire rate and $23.32/hr work rate after 9 months
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Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry
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NA |
NA |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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Tompkins County Mental Health has an opening for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and is looking to fill this position with a qualified applicant as soon as possible. The successful candidate will work as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team which includes psychiatrists, therapists, community mental health nurses and rehabilitation specialists to provide excellent, comprehensive behavioral health treatment to a diverse range of individuals. An interest in community mental health and working with the severe and persistently mentally ill would be welcome. TCMH prioritizes both supervision and training and these will be provided to a successful candidate so as to support their practice in the Clinic and further career development. Candidates of all levels of experience are encouraged to apply. We are an approved NHSC Loan Repayment Site.
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Outreach Worker
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NA |
12/23/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Physical Therapist
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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The County is establishing an in-house therapy team to provide evaluations and therapy services for children in the Early Intervention Program with the Whole Health Dept.
The positions will primarily provide services in the home.
Posted until filled
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POLICE OFFICER/DEPUTY SHERIFF-Transfer/Reinstatement Opportunity
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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YOU MUST CURRENTLY BE, OR HAVE BEEN WITHIN THE LAST TWELVE MONTHS, A PERMANENT COMPETITIVE CLASS POLICE OFFICER OR DEPUTY SHERIFF IN ORDER TO APPLY - When applying, please provide your civil service roster record, current job description and exam announcement.
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Probation Systems Analyst
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NA |
01/19/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Seeking a colleague with a high level of Information Technology skills who enjoys a maintaining a variety of systems, engaging in data analysis, and functioning as a key member of a team of criminal justice professionals. Pay increases to $83,075 after nine months of service.
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Purchasing Specialist - Finance
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NA |
01/04/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Tompkins County is searching for a dynamic flexible individual to provide routine assistance with all procurement and competitive bidding of goods and services, reporting and accounting of fixed assets, and updating the purchasing policies and procedures. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Purchasing Manager with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment.
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Registered Professional Nurse
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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This position is for the Dept. of Social Services.
Posted until filled
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Registered Professional Nurse
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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This position is for the Dept. of Social Services.
Part time position - 17.5hrs a week at the Department of Social Services
Posted until filled.
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Security Officer
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NA |
02/15/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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This is a new position under the leadership of the Department of Emergency Response.
Full Time
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Security Officer
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NA |
02/15/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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This is a new position under the leadership of the Department of Emergency Response.
Part Time
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Senior Shelter Services Worker
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NA |
01/10/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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This is a 35-hour-per-week, full-time permanent position.
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Shelter Manager
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Shelter Manager - On Call
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Serval position are available.
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Shelter Services Worker
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NA |
01/10/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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This is a 35-hour-per-week, full-time permanent position.
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Shelter Services Worker - Per Diem
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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This is a seasonal Per Diem position.
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Social Services Attorney
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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Please submit a cover letter and resume.
There is currently one anticipated full-time Social Services Attorney position located at the Tompkins County Department of Social Services. An Exam Announcement is being run in conjunction with this Vacancy posting. The eligible list resulting from this examination may be used to fill any full-time, part-time, or temporary position during the life of the eligible list.
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Special Education Teacher
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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The County is establishing an in-house therapy team to provide evaluations and therapy services for children in the Early Intervention Program with the Whole Health Dept.
The positions will primarily provide services in the home.
Posted until filled
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Special Patrol Officer
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Speech-Language Pathologist
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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The County is establishing an in-house therapy team to provide evaluations and therapy services for children in the Early Intervention Program with the Whole Health Dept.
The positions will primarily provide services in the home.
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Training and Development Coordinator
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NA |
01/19/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Tompkins County Human Resources is seeking a skilled leader to drive a culture of learning and growth. In this role, you'll design, coordinate, and evaluate a county-wide training program, align development initiatives with organizational goals, and collaborate with departments to meet training needs. Join us to make a lasting impact on our workforce and community!
Pleasae submit a cover letter and resume with your application.
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CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT |
Hiring managers from all agencies under the Tompkins County Civil Service jurisdiction will be selecting candidates for their positions through these postings. This includes all county departments, towns, villages, school districts and special districts (TC3, Library, TCS & WCD, SCLIWC). NOT the City of Ithaca. When you apply please complete the check box sections on the last screen that asks where you would like to work (All Agencies, Specific Agencies...) and a preferred type of employment (No Preference, Full-Time, Part-Time, Temporary and Substitute). That will enable the hiring authorities to view your application when they use the sort features that are attached to those choices.
According to Tompkins County and New York State Civil Service jurisdiction these positions are classified as Labor or Non-competitive and do not have examinations. Agencies using these postings require a continuous, readily available pool of candidates. |
Police Officer (Part-time)
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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LIBRARY-TOMPKINS COUNTY PUBLIC |
Page
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NA |
NA |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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For more information on working at TCPL, please visit: tcpl.org/get-involved/library-employment
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SCHOOL-DRYDEN CENTRAL |
Bus Driver
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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-Continuous Recruitment
-Multiple positions available
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Food Service Helper
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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-Continuous Recruitment
-Multiple positions available
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Head Custodian
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NA |
01/03/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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School Bus Attendant
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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-Continuous Recruitment
-Multiple positions available
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School Nurse
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NA |
06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Substitute School Nurse (per diem), NYSED fingerprint clearance required.
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School Nurse
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NA |
12/29/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Teacher Aide
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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-Continuous Recruitment
-Multiple positions available
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SCHOOL-GROTON CENTRAL |
Automotive Mechanic
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NA |
01/31/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Bus Driver
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple positions available
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Bus Driver
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Cleaner
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple positions available
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Cleaner
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Custodian
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Food Service Helper
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple positions available
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Food Service Helper
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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School Bus Monitor
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Teacher Aide
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple positions available
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Teacher Aide
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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SCHOOL-LANSING CENTRAL |
Bus Driver
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple Postions avaliable.
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Bus Driver
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple Postions avaliable.
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Cleaner
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple Postions avaliable.
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Custodian
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NA |
06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Several positions avaiable.
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Data Processing Helper
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple Postions avaliable.
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Food Service Helper
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple Postions avaliable.
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Laborer
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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Lifeguard (Part-time or Seasonal)
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple Postions avaliable.
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School Monitor
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple Postions avaliable.
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School Nurse
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple Postions avaliable.
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Teacher Aide
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Continuous Recruitment
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Multiple Postions avaliable.
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SCHOOL-NEWFIELD CENTRAL |
Automotive Mechanic
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NA |
12/30/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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NOT REQUIRED TO DRIVE ONLY IN DOT INSPECTION, PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE, BREAKDOWNS AND EMERGENCIES
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Bus Driver
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NA |
03/28/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Immediate opening for P/T Bus Driver. AM and PM routes, field trips, and athletic trips as needed. Must meet all NYS requirements: Class B License with P&S Endorsements, including alcohol and drug testing.
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Cleaner
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NA |
12/30/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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To perform a variety of cleaning duties including classrooms, offices, conference rooms, hallways, and cafes. Also to set up and break down for athletic events. This is an evening position which includes a 5% shift differential
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Teacher Aide
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NA |
01/31/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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SCHOOL-TRUMANSBURG CENTRAL |
Bus Driver
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NA |
06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Substitute Bus Driver (per diem) - Fingerprint clearance requirement to begin working. Call Tina Lincoln at (607)387-7551 ext. 4427 once you have completed your application or if you have any questions!
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Bus Driver
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NA |
01/06/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Paid sick and personal leave, NYS Retirement, Health and Dental insurance, and in-service education opportunities
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Cleaner
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Substitute Cleaner (per diem) - Fingerprint clearance requirement to begin working. Call Tina Lincoln at (607)387-7551 ext. 4427 once you have completed your application or if you have any questions!
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Data Processing Helper
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Substitute Data Processing Helper (clerical) - Fingerprint clearance requirement to begin working. Call Tina Lincoln at (607)387-7551 ext. 4427 once you have completed your application or if you have any questions!
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Food Service Helper
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Substitute Food Service Helper (per diem) - Fingerprint clearance requirement to begin working. Call Tina Lincoln at (607)387-7551 ext. 4427 once you have completed your application or if you have any questions!
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School Monitor
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Substitute School Monitor Per Diem- Fingerprint clearance requirement to begin working with students. Call Tina Lincoln at (607)387-7551 ext. 4427 once you have completed your application or if you have any questions!
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School Monitor
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NA |
01/06/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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School Monitor
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NA |
01/06/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Paid sick and personal leave, NYS Retirement, Health and Dental insurance, and in-service education opportunities
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School Nurse
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NA |
06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Substitute School Nurse (per diem)- Fingerprint clearance requirement to begin working with students. Call Tina Lincoln at (607)387-7551 ext. 4427 once you have completed your application or if you have any questions!
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TOMPKINS CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE |
Campus Environmental Health & Safety Officer
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NA |
01/08/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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TOMPKINS-SENECA-TIOGA BOCES |
Accountant - BOCES CBO
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NA |
01/05/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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Start Date January 16, 2025 or as soon as possible Starting Range: $50,575-$59,500 with full benefits, retirement and paid time off.
For more information please contact Kymberlee Zimmer at 607-257-1551 ext 1036.
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Administrative Assistant - Level 3
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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$40,000 Base plus additional for experience and education up to 10 years.
Notes:
Position works in Career and Tech Education Dept.
For more information contact Delmer Padgett at 607-257-1551 ext. 2002
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Audiometric Technician
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Start Date 1/16/2025 pr as soon as possible
$39,000 Base salary plus additional for years experience and education For more information contact David Barr at 607-257-1551 ext 5002.
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Cleaner
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Position to start asap.
2nd shift position, 12-months
For more information contact Alwyn John 607-257-1551 ext 6001
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Clerk (part-time)
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Position works 19 hours a week at SUNY Cortland.
Days and hours are flexible and pay is $17.59/hour
For more information contact Emily Wemmer at 607-257-1551 ext 7202
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Cook
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NA |
01/05/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Position to start as soon as possible.
Pay is $19.13-$21.04/hour with full benefits For more information contact David Barr at 607-257-1551 ext 5002
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Licensed Practical Nurse
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NA |
01/05/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Position follows the school calendar and works 32.5 hours per week.
Base salary is $31,000 plus additional for experience and education ($25.78-$28.36 per hour) with full benefits and paid leave time.
For more information contact Cheryl Button at 607-257-1551 ext. 5004
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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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Position is part-time, .5 FTE (works approximately 18-19 hours per week with full benefits).
Position works at TST BOCES and component districts
Start Date is 1/2/25 or as soon as possible
For more information contract Cheryl Button, 607-257-1551 ext. 5004
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Teacher Aide
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NA |
05/31/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Multiple positions available (32.5 hours per week) and will be posted until all positions are full.
$17.46-$19.21 per hour to start depending on experience.
For more information contact Cheryl Button or Belinda Adams at 607-257-1551
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Truck Driver
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NA |
01/05/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Position to start as soon as possible and will be posted until filled.
$40,000 (24-25 base salary plus additional for years of experience and education up to 10 years)
For more inforamtion, contact Alwyn John at 607-257-1551 ext. 6001
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TOWN OF ITHACA |
Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst
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NA |
12/23/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
• Residency Waived
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Town's GIS Analyst works for the Engineering Department out of PW Facility at 114 Seven Mile Dr.
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TOWN OF LANSING |
Secretary to the Town Highway Superintendent
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NA |
12/27/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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This is a full-time 40 hrs per week position. Work schedule is 8 hours per day, M-F, 6:00am-2:00pm (Mid-October through Mid-April) and 10 hours per day, M-Th, 6:00am-4:00pm (Mid-April through Mid-October).
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TOWN OF ULYSSES |
Recreation Activity Specialist
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NA |
01/31/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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The position will primarily provide important, free and direct positive youth development programming to 5th-8th graders after school and during the summer. Positive youth development focuses on providing an inclusive, supportive environment for youth. Programmatic priorities and specific activities will be developed in cooperation with youth, the Youth Commission, and Town staff. Administrative assistance will be provided to this position, allowing the employee to primarily focus on direct service provision. Primary service hours are between 2:30-5pm, with flexibility on total number of weekly hours. Experience working with and engaging youth is strongly preferred and additional training and support will be provided. Applicants will be interviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Desired start date is January 6, 2025.
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VILLAGE OF CAYUGA HEIGHTS |
FIRE INSPECTOR
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NA |
12/31/24 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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VILLAGE OF TRUMANSBURG |
Police Officer (Part-time)
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NA |
NA |
NA |
Apply |
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Police Officer (Part-time)
|
NA |
01/06/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Police Sergeant
|
NA |
01/06/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
Apply |
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Pursuant to Civil Service Law, Sections 51-2, this vacancy list will serve as notification of the County's intent to conduct open-competitive examinations for the competitive titles mentioned above. The Commissioner of Personnel reserves the right to hear 51-3 appeals, evaluate promotional fields and hold promotional examinations instead of open-competitive examinations. RESIDENCY: Unless residency has been waived we will only accept applications from residents of Tompkins or one of the six contiguous counties; Seneca, Tioga, Cortland, Cayuga, Chemung and Schuyler.