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.

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Job Name (click to view job description)	Exam No.	Application Deadline	Exam Date	Apply Online
Tompkins County
Accountant - Finance	NA	03/26/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply
• Residency Waived
Civil Engineer I	NA	03/31/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply
• Residency Waived
Community Health Nurse	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Residency Waived
There are two vacancies at the Tompkins County Health Department Full-time, 35hrs a week/$34.00 hire rate; $36.92 work rate Tompkins County Health Dept. Early Intervention program A Community Health Nurse in this division works in the Early Intervention program as a Service Coordinator. This program works with children birth to age 3 with developmental delays or disabilities by providing a plan of care for therapy needs while meeting the wholistic needs of the family to help their child reach their maximum potential. Must have critical thinking skills, good organization skills, basic Microsoft office skills and ability to learn software systems. Tompkins County Health Dept Community Health Services Division The Community Health Nurse will be part of a dynamic team focused primarily on communicable disease surveillance and management, responsible for investigating 60+ reportable diseases in humans residing in Tompkins County (for example Hepatitis A, Measles, Pertussis, and Tuberculosis) and responding to an outbreak when it occurs. This position will include working at immunization clinics at the Health Department and in the community, as well as education related to the transmission, testing, treatment, and prevention of communicable disease to affected persons and the general public. Training will be provided. Tompkins County is committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage those with similar values to apply.
Community Mental Health Nurse	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment • Residency Waived
Corrections Officer - Transfer/Reinstatement Opportunity	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Residency Waived
Signing Bonus of $10,000 for Lateral Transfers/ Reinstatement New employees who transfer from other jurisdictions to the same or comparable title and new employees who have one or more years of experience in the same or comparable title from previous employment, if they have completed mandatory training, the new employee may be hired at an appropriate point above minimum as determined by the Tompkins County Sheriff. 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.
Data Analyst	NA	04/02/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

This position is for the District Attorney's Office 35hrs a week
Elections Clerk	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
Elections Worker	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
Electrician	NA	03/31/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Engineering Technician I - Tompkins County	NA	03/31/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply
• Residency Waived
Engineering Technician III - Tompkins County	NA	03/31/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply
• Residency Waived
Home Health-Personal Care Aide	NA	NA	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 $20.09 -working rate $21.81
HVAC Systems Technician	NA	03/31/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Hire rate $57678.40 Working rate $62628.80.
Licensed Clinical Therapist	NA	05/01/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Tompkins County and Ithaca, NY - Mental Health Services of Tompkins County Whole Health is jointly creating a new Law Enforcement Co-Response program called the Crisis Alternative Response and Engagement (CARE) Team with the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office. Mental Health Services of Tompkins County Whole Health is seeking two Mobile Crisis Licensed Clinical Therapists who are passionate about providing mobile crisis services and teaming up with local law enforcement to provide clinical intervention and support to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. The Mobile Crisis Licensed Clinical Therapist will partner with an assigned law enforcement officer with specialized training in mental health. The team will use a specially marked vehicle and law enforcement uniform to promote engagement by the public. The Mobile Crisis Licensed Clinical Therapist should have or be able to obtain a NYS driver’s license by time of appointment and will provide crisis intervention/de-escalation, psychological and risk assessments/safety planning. The therapist will also utilize their knowledge of systems to make referrals to community service providers and provide follow up support for individuals in the community living with behavioral health disorders as a member of a co-response team. The goal of the co-response team is to provide greater access to community mental health services to reduce unnecessary hospitalizations and divert individuals from the criminal justice system whenever possible. This is a full time 40 hour/week position, Monday-Friday 10-6 pm daily.
Medical Director - Mental Health	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Residency Waived
Microcomputer Specialist	NA	NA	NA	Apply

Position will be posted until Filled
Motor Equipment Operator	NA	03/23/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

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.
POLICE OFFICER/DEPUTY SHERIFF-Transfer/Reinstatement Opportunity	NA	12/31/23 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 Manager II - Facilities	NA	03/31/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply
• Residency Waived
Hire rate $34.00hr, after 9 months working rate is $36.92hr This position responsible for managing facilities capital activities and supporting building design, renovation, major repair, construction, and maintenance functions of the Facilities Department. Typical duties will include program planning, project/construction management, project scheduling, project design, field engineering, construction administration, construction inspection, monitoring cost effective and efficient productivity of labor and equipment resources.
Project Manager II - Highway	NA	03/31/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Purchasing Specialist - Finance	NA	03/26/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

An incumbent in this class is responsible for backing up the Purchasing Manager and providing routine assistance with all procurement and competitive bidding process of commodities, goods and services for County departments. The Purchasing Specialist assists with the administration of computer operations related to RFP’s and bids. The work involves assisting with coordinating and performing the tasks of county-wide purchasing, preparation of detailed specifications, communicating with vendors, and the researching of trade publications regarding the purchasing of goods and supplies. The incumbent may also assist with gathering necessary data for the reporting and accounting of the County’s capital assets (fixed assets), utilizing a capital assets software program. This position will assist the Purchasing Manager with maintaining and updating the purchasing policies and procedures including research to develop policies and/or procedures as needed. The position requires that the inc umbents maintain a wide range of professional contacts and that he or she be able to provide instruction to departments, officials, and vendors on the proper procedures.
Seasonal Worker	NA	04/14/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Seasonal Worker II	NA	04/14/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Security Officer - Per Diem	NA	NA	NA	Apply

Posted until position is filled
Senior Account Clerk Typist	NA	04/02/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Social Welfare Examiner - Transfer or Reinstatement Eligible	NA	03/29/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

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.
Audio-Visual Aide	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
Bus Driver	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
Cleaner	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
Cook	NA	NA	NA	Apply
Open To Public • Continuous Recruitment
Data Processing Helper	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
Food Service Helper	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
Lansing Schools looking for FSH for 3+hours/day
Information Aide	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
Laborer	NA	NA	NA	Apply
Open To Public • Continuous Recruitment
MUSIC DEPARTMENT ACCOMPANIST	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
Page	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
Police Officer (Part-time)	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
Project Assistant	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment • Residency Waived
Registered Professional Nurse	NA	NA	NA	Apply
Open To Public • Continuous Recruitment • Residency Waived
School Bus Attendant	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
School Chauffeur	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
School Monitor	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
School Nurse	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment • Residency Waived
Teacher Aide	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
Lansing looking to fill several positions, competitive benefit package available
Teacher Aide/Bus Driver	NA	NA	NA	Apply
Open To Public • Continuous Recruitment
SCHOOL-DRYDEN CENTRAL
Lifeguard (Part-time or Seasonal)	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
School Nurse	NA	05/01/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

We are looking to hire Substitute School Nurses for the 2022-2023 school year. The current rate is $100/day.
Senior Food Service Helper	NA	03/26/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Dryden Middle/High School 6:30am-1:30pm
Teacher Aide	NA	03/24/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Position will be assigned as a 1:1 in Kindergarten classroom at Dryden Elementary School.
SCHOOL-LANSING CENTRAL
Lifeguard (Part-time or Seasonal)	NA	NA	NA	Apply
• Continuous Recruitment
SCHOOL-NEWFIELD CENTRAL
Bus Driver	NA	09/30/23 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.
Business Manager I	NA	05/30/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

SALARY RANGE: Based on a negotiated agreement QUALIFICATIONS: NYS SDBL Certification or Civil Service Equivalency
Cleaner	NA	09/30/23 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
Custodian	NA	06/30/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

The candidate will clean offices and classrooms. Restrooms and hallways daily. Set up and break down of special/specific events will be required. Other duties as assigned.
Teacher Aide	NA	06/30/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Teacher aides assist classroom teachers by performing non-teaching duties. Duties may include, but are not limited to: managing records and materials; supervise students and perform non-instructional services; and attend to the physical needs or students and/or assist students that have special needs. Potential support in 12:1:1 classroom setting.
SCHOOL-TRUMANSBURG CENTRAL
Automotive Mechanic	NA	04/03/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Paid vacation, sick and personal leave, NYS Retirement, Health and Dental insurance, and in-service education opportunities
Automotive Mechanic	NA	06/30/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Paid vacation, sick and personal leave, NYS Retirement, Health & Dental (BC&BS) Insurance, and in-service education opportunities.
Bus Driver	NA	04/04/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Paid sick and personal leave, NYS Retirement, Health and Dental insurance, and in-service education opportunities.
Cleaner	NA	04/04/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Shift: 3pm - 11pm Paid vacation, sick and personal leave, NYS Retirement, Health/Dental (BC&BS) insurance and in-service education opportunities
School Monitor	NA	04/04/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Paid sick and personal leave, NYS Retirement, Health and Dental insurance, and in-service education opportunities
TOMPKINS CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Campus Peace Officer	NA	01/05/23 4:30PM EST	NA

Campus Peace Officer	NA	01/05/23 4:30PM EST	NA

Tompkins Cortland Community College has an opening for a part-time Campus Peace Officer. Preference in appointment may be given to those applicants who have successfully completed the New York State MPTC basic course for police and still hold active police or peace officer status.
Laborer	NA	03/20/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Permanent, full-time Laborer position opening at Tompkins Cortland Community College - Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
TOMPKINS-SENECA-TIOGA BOCES
Administrative Assistant - Level 3	NA	03/31/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Excellent benefits are available. For more information please contact Dr. Jeffrey Matteson, ext. 1004, Belinda Adams, ext. 5006, or Cheryl Button, ext. 5004 3 Vacancies at 555 Warren Rd, Ithaca
Community Health Educator - TST BOCES	NA	04/30/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must possess a valid NYS driver’s license at time of application and maintain license for duration of employment to meet the transportation requirements of the position. Position reports to TST BOCES, however the incumbent will primarily be responsible for health education and outreach programs in schools across the region that focus on substance abuse prevention and social and emotional health and wellness for students in grades K-12. Position is 10-month and follows the school calendar. Excellent Benefits are available. For more information, please contact Brandi Remington at 607-257-1551 ext. 1015.
Guard	NA	05/08/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Regional ESY Summer School This position is responsible for patrolling buildings and grounds to maintain safety & security before, during and after summer school hours up to 30 hours per week through program dates. 5 days per week, 4 hours/day Program Dates 7/10/23-8/18/23 For more information contact Alaine Troisi at atroisi@tstboces.org
School Nurse	NA	04/30/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply
• Residency Waived
2 positions available- $50,000 (11-Month position Salary Range) Excellent benefits are available. (Position works 7.25 hours/day – 36.25 hours/week. 215 days. Works the school calendar plus 30 days in summer school. Does not accrue additional vacation days.) For further information, please contact Cheryl Button at ext. 5004 or Lauren Faessler at ext. 2501
Special Education Monitor	NA	04/30/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Hiring multiple positions. Excellent benefits available. Positions follow the 10-month school calendar. For more information contact Belinda Adams, 607-257-1551 ext 5006
Special Education Monitor	NA	05/08/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Exceptional Education ESY Summer School Program at Smith School, TST BOCES Campus SUMMER WORK DATES: July 10, 2023 to August 18, 2023 (6-weeks) (30 day summer program) Contact Person: For further information, please contact Cheryl Button at 607-257-1551 x5004 or Belinda Adams at 607-257-1551 x5006.
Teacher Aide	NA	04/30/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Multiple positions available (up to 10) working in Exceptional Education with students with disabilities. Will be posted ongoing until all positions are filled. For more information contact Cheryl Button (ext. 5004)or Belinda Adams (ext. 5006) at 607-257-1551.
Teacher Aide	NA	05/08/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Exceptional Education ESY Summer School Program at Smith School, TST BOCES Campus SUMMER WORK DATES: July 10, 2023 to August 18, 2023 (6-weeks) (30 day summer program) Contact Person: For further information, please contact Cheryl Button at 607-257-1551 x5004 or Belinda Adams at 607-257-1551 x5006.
Teacher Aide	NA	05/08/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Regional ESY Summer School 5 days per week, 4 hours/day Program Dates 7/10/23-8/18/23 For more information contact Alaine Troisi at atroisi@tstboces.org
TOWN OF GROTON
Motor Equipment Operator	NA	04/14/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

The Town off Groton seeks a experienced motor equipment operator. Must have at least a class B CDL. Snow plowing experience a plus. Must work well in a team environment.
TOWN OF ITHACA
Civil Engineer - Town of Ithaca	NA	03/31/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply
• Residency Waived
This is a newly created engineering position which will work with the Engineering and Public Works Departments.
Seasonal Worker	NA	05/01/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Town of Ithaca Public Works Department, 114 Seven Mile Drive, Ithaca, is recruiting for 4-6 seasonal full-time position(s), which perform routine physical work in areas such as highways, water & sewer, parks & trails and facility maintenance. Appointments are between April -November for a 25 week maximum duration.
TOWN OF ULYSSES
Assistant Camp Director	NA	05/31/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Ulysses summer camp positions begin July 3rd and work Monday through Friday until August 11th. There will be first aid/CPR/AED training the weekend of June 10th, and a mandatory summer camp training on June 17th.
Recreation Assistant	NA	05/31/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Ulysses summer camp positions begin July 3rd and work Monday - Friday until August 11th. There will be a first aid/CPR/AED training the weekend of June 10th and a mandatory summer camp training on Saturday, June 17th. Positions will be interviewed and hired on a rolling basis.
VILLAGE OF GROTON
Lifeguard (Part-time or Seasonal)	NA	06/30/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Recreation Assistant	NA	04/28/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

Swimming Area Director	NA	04/28/23 4:30PM EST	NA	Apply

VILLAGE OF TRUMANSBURG
School Crossing Guard (Part-time)	NA	NA	NA	Apply

Posted until filled. Currently seeking after-school shift.
School Crossing Guard (Part-time)	NA	03/31/23 4:30PM EST	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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