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Ithaca, NY 14850
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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 NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived
Assistant District Attorney - Level 2 NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived
Assistant District Attorney - Level 3 NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived
Automotive Mechanic (Highway) NA 12/08/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
Caseworker NA NA NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment
Caseworker - Lateral transfer opportunity NA NA NA Apply

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.

 
Communications Director NA 12/08/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

Lead strategic communications, media relations, and community outreach for our innovative County government. Shape public engagement, promote transparency, and ensure consistent messaging across departments. Ideal candidates have leadership experience, strong public relations skills, and a passion for public service. Join us and make an impact!

Please submit a cover letter and a resume.
Corrections Officer NA 03/31/25 4:30PM EST NA Apply
Corrections Officer - Transfer/Reinstatement Opportunity NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

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.
Deputy Commissioner of Social Services NA 12/06/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

Please submit a cover letter and a resume.
Deputy Facilities Director NA 11/24/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

Please submit a resume

Posted until filled
Environmental Health Specialist NA 12/01/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

The Division of Environmental Health in Tompkins County Whole Health Department is looking for an Environmental Health Specialist. The successful candidate is expected to work primarily in the rabies prevention program and/or the food service establishment program, although work in any Environmental Health program may be required. This is a full-time, benefits eligible position working 35 hours per week. The vacancy is being filled using the NYS HELP program, so a Civil Service exam is not required for the position.

 
Home Health-Personal Care Aide NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment

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 
Information Aide NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
LOCATION OF POSITIONS/VACANCIES:
 
This is a non-competitive (no civil service test) and a continuous recruitment opportunity for Tompkins County Departments. 
 
 
Licensed Clinical Therapist NA 12/08/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

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.

 
Medical Director - Mental Health NA NA NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

This position is with our Whole Health Dept. 

Posted until filled
Motor Equipment Operator NA NA NA Apply

Full Time- Highway Department

$21.47/hour hire rate and $23.32/hr work rate after 9 months
Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry NA NA NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

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.

 
Physical Therapist NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

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
POLICE OFFICER/DEPUTY SHERIFF-Transfer/Reinstatement Opportunity NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

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.  
Project Assistant
 NA 12/01/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

The Healthy Neighborhoods Program (HNP) of Tompkins County Whole Health is a grant that promotes healthy and safe homes through home visits. Staff conduct an indoor environmental assessment, focusing on asthma issues, fire safety, and other hazards in the home and we provide free safety products. 

A successful candidate will have good communication skills, experience with community outreach, and exhibit initiative to build awareness about this program. The position is for late fall through March 2025, schedule is flexible (P/T), and at an hourly rate of $22.00/hr.

 
Registered Professional Nurse NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

This position is for the Dept. of Social Services.

Posted until filled
Registered Professional Nurse NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

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.
Senior Shelter Services Worker NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

This position is seasonal.

Evening and Night shifts will add a $1.00 per hour shift premium.
Shelter Services Worker NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

This position is seasonal.  Evening and Night shifts worked will add a $1.00 per Hour shift premium
Shelter Services Worker - Per Diem NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

This is a seasonal Per Diem position.

 
Social Services Attorney NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

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.

 
Special Education Teacher NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

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
Special Patrol Officer NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
Speech-Language Pathologist NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

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. 
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) NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment
LIBRARY-TOMPKINS COUNTY PUBLIC
Page NA NA NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment

 

For more information on working at TCPL, please visit: tcpl.org/get-involved/library-employment

 
SCHOOL-DRYDEN CENTRAL
Bus Driver NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

-Continuous Recruitment

-Multiple positions available

 
Food Service Helper NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

-Continuous Recruitment

-Multiple positions available

 
School Bus Attendant NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

-Continuous Recruitment

-Multiple positions available

 
School Nurse NA 06/30/25 4:30PM EST NA Apply

Substitute School Nurse (per diem), NYSED fingerprint clearance required.

 
Teacher Aide NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

-Continuous Recruitment

-Multiple positions available

 
SCHOOL-GROTON CENTRAL
Automotive Mechanic NA 11/30/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
Bus Driver NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  • Continuous Recruitment
  • Multiple positions available
Bus Driver NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
Cleaner NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  • Continuous Recruitment
  • Multiple positions available

 
Cleaner NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
Custodian NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
Food Service Helper NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  • Continuous Recruitment
  • Multiple positions available

 
Food Service Helper NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
School Bus Monitor NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
Teacher Aide NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  • Continuous Recruitment
  • Multiple positions available

 
Teacher Aide NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
SCHOOL-LANSING CENTRAL
Bus Driver NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment

Multiple Postions avaliable.
Bus Driver NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment

Multiple Postions avaliable.
Cleaner NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment

Multiple Postions avaliable.
Custodian NA 06/30/25 4:30PM EST NA Apply

Several positions avaiable. 
Data Processing Helper NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment

Multiple Postions avaliable.
Food Service Helper NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment

Multiple Postions avaliable.
Laborer NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment
Lifeguard (Part-time or Seasonal) NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment

Multiple Postions avaliable.
School Monitor NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment

Multiple Postions avaliable.
School Nurse NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment

Multiple Postions avaliable.
School Nurse NA 11/29/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

This is a 10 month position, with available hours in the summer. Competitive benefits package available.

 
Teacher Aide NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Continuous Recruitment

Multiple Postions avaliable.
SCHOOL-NEWFIELD CENTRAL
Bus Driver NA 03/28/25 4:30PM EST NA Apply

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. 

 
Cleaner NA 12/30/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

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

 
Teacher Aide NA 01/31/25 4:30PM EST NA Apply
SCHOOL-TRUMANSBURG CENTRAL
Bus Driver NA 06/30/25 4:30PM EST NA Apply

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!

 
Bus Driver NA 01/06/25 4:30PM EST NA Apply

Paid sick and personal leave, NYS Retirement, Health and Dental insurance, and in-service education opportunities

 
Cleaner NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

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!

 
Data Processing Helper NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

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!

 
Food Service Helper NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

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!

 
Food Service Helper NA 12/03/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

Paid sick and personal leave, NYS Retirement, Health and Dental insurance, and in-service education opportunities

 
Food Service Helper NA 12/03/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

Paid sick and personal leave, NYS Retirement, Health and Dental insurance, and in-service education opportunities

 
Maintenance Worker NA 12/02/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

Paid vacation, sick and personal leave, NYS Retirement, Health/Dental (BC&BS) insurance and in-service education opportunities

 
School Monitor NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

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!
School Monitor NA 01/06/25 4:30PM EST NA Apply
School Monitor NA 01/06/25 4:30PM EST NA Apply

Paid sick and personal leave, NYS Retirement, Health and Dental insurance, and in-service education opportunities

 
School Nurse NA 06/30/25 4:30PM EST NA Apply

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!

 
TOMPKINS-SENECA-TIOGA BOCES
Audiometric Technician NA 11/30/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

SALARY: $39,000 (2024-2025 base salary prorated to the amount of time working), plus additional salary credit for related experience and/or education up to 10 years. Excellent benefits available.

 

For more information contact David Barr at 607-257-1551 ext 5002

 
Cook NA 11/30/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

For additional information contact Ryan Emerson, 607-257-1551 

Position works 32.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 7:30a-2:30pm (with flexibility based on needs).

Position is 10-month September - June and follows the school calendar.

 Additional 30 days of summer work available
Food Service Helper NA 11/30/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

Positions works 20 hours a week

Monday - Friday, 8a-noon

Salary:  $21,000 (2024-2025 full-time base salary to be prorated based on percentage of time worked (62%): $13,020=$17.46/hr), plus additional salary credit for approved related experience and/or education.

 

for more informaiton contact David Barr, ext 5002

 
Head Cook NA 11/30/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

SALARY HIRING RANGE:  $43,907-$51,655. (Position works 7.75 hours/day – 38.75 hours/week. Works 215 days, 10-month school calendar Sept. 1 – June 30, Plus + 30 days during summer school. Position does not accrue additional vacation days.) Excellent benefits are available.

Contact person: For further information, please contact David Barr at ext. 5002.

 
Licensed Practical Nurse NA 11/30/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

$31,000 (2024-25 Base Salary) plus additional salary credit for appropriate experience and/or education.  Excellent benefits are available.

CONTACT PERSON:  For further information, contact Cheryl Button at 607-257-1551 ext. 5004.
Teacher Aide NA 11/30/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

 

For more information contact Cheryl Button (ext. 5004) or Belinda Adams (ext. 5006.

All positions start September 3rd and continue until all are filled (up to 13 positions available)

$21,000 ($17.46/hr) base salary (32.5 hrs/week) with additional salary credit for relative experience (up to 10 years) and education.  Will be posted until all positions are filled.

 
Teacher Aide NA 11/30/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

This position works in CTE in various classrooms

START DATE: 11/18/2024

SALARY: $21,000 (2024-2025 full-time base salary for 10-month) 32.5 hrs/wk - $17.46/hour with additional salary credit for related experience (up to 10 years) and/or education. Excellent benefits available.

CONTACT PERSON: For further information, please contact Delmer Padgett at 607-257-1551 ext. 2002
Truck Driver NA 11/30/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

$ 40,000 (2024-2025 base salary) plus additional salary credit for appropriate prior experience and/or education.  Excellent Benefits are available.

Contact Person:   For further information please contact Alwyn John at (607) 257-1551 x6001

 
TOWN OF GROTON
Motor Equipment Operator NA 12/01/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply

The Town of Groton is looking to add a full time MEO position. Applicant must possess a class A or B CDL. Duties include but are not limited to flagging, wheeled loader operation, truck driving/ snowplow operation, and manual labor. A positive attitude and willingness to work with others is a must.

Performance raise after 6 months. Addition contracted raise at the first of the year.

Come join a fun team driven environment with one of the best crews in this industry.  
TOWN OF ITHACA
FINANCE MANAGER (GTCMHIC) NA 11/24/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
  •   Residency Waived

The Consortium is a municipal shared service organization that started with Tompkins County municipalities and now is available to municipalities in eighteen contiguous counties in upstate NY. The Consortium currently provides health insurance to 75+ municipal entities.

This position is responsible for the fiscal management of the Consortium.

 
VILLAGE OF CAYUGA HEIGHTS
FIRE INSPECTOR NA 12/31/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
VILLAGE OF TRUMANSBURG
CLERK/EMS RESPONDER NA 12/04/24 4:30PM EST NA Apply
Police Officer (Part-time) NA NA NA Apply

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.

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