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.
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Exam No. |
Application Deadline |
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Tompkins County |
Airport Maintenance Worker
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05/20/25 4:30PM EST |
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The vacancy is a Night Position - Four 10 Hour Shifts.
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Caseworker
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• Continuous Recruitment
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Caseworker - Lateral transfer opportunity
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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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Communications Specialist
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05/28/25 4:30PM EST |
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The mission of the Department of Recycling and Materials Management (TCRMM) is to develop and implement a sustainable materials management strategy for Tompkins County. TCRMM is currently seeking applicants for a Communications Specialist to provide outreach and educational support for department programs. The incumbent will provide education and outreach to schools, businesses, and the general public as the department implements its local solid waste management plan, with an emphasis on 4R initiatives that help the community reduce, reuse, recycle, and rethink waste. Activities include designing materials for social media and print, providing presentations, coordinating and participating in department-attended events, conducting research, and assisting in the development of communication plans for the department.
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Cook
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05/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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2 openings for this position. Weekend and evening shifts available
Positions are for the Sheriff's Office
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Corrections Officer - Transfer/Reinstatement Opportunity
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12/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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• 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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Data Analyst
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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This position is for the District Attoerney's office.
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Division Coordinator
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05/21/25 4:30PM EST |
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The Division Coordinator provides administrative oversight to the Tompkins County Department of Social Services’ eligibility programs as well as the Department’s shelter operations.
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Home Health-Personal Care Aide
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12/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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The Office for the Aging is hiring a Home Health-Personal Care Aide to work with our clients receiving in home services. The position is 20 hours a week, and benefits include, medical, dental, paid time off and holidays, a flexible schedule and a vehicle or paid travel time is available.
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Information Aide
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12/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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• Continuous Recruitment
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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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05/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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Tompkins County Whole Health Mental Health is seeking a Licensed Clinical Therapist to serve as a Court-Based Mental Health Navigator. Full time (35 hours), $41.73/hr. hiring rate, $43.92/hr. work rate.
In this new and impactful role, the clinician will support justice-involved individuals with mental health needs by coordinating voluntary care, conducting intake assessments, and ensuring seamless engagement in community-based services. This position plays a vital role in bridging systems and promoting access to behavioral health support for individuals navigating the justice system.
Joining TCWH means being part of a multidisciplinary team of professionals including psychiatrists, nurses, peer specialists, and fellow therapists. We offer ongoing training, weekly supervision, and eligibility to explore loan forgiveness through HRSA. We’re looking for a clinician who is compassionate, collaborative, professional, and energized by meaningful, community-centered work.
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Medical Director - Mental Health
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• 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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Full Time- Highway Department
$26.76$/hour hire rate and $28.17hr work rate
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POLICE OFFICER/DEPUTY SHERIFF-Transfer/Reinstatement Opportunity
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12/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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• 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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Project Manager II - Highway
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05/29/25 4:30PM EST |
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Join our dedicated team at the Tompkins County Highway Department! We are seeking a skilled Project Manager 2 to lead infrastructure projects that enhance the safety and efficiency of our community’s transportation network. This role involves overseeing project planning, design, and implementation, while ensuring compliance with budgets and timelines. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with experience managing complex projects. Be a part of building a better future for Tompkins County! Competitive salary and excellent benefits included. Apply today!
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PSYCHIATRIST
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05/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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This vacancy is for the Jail Psychiatrist position.
4 hours per week
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Senior Community Health Nurse
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Tompkins County Whole Health's Community Health Services division is accepting applications for a senior community health nurse. Senior Community Health Nurses report to the Director of Community Health and supervise a team of nurses in the day-to-day operations of our programs including communicable disease surveillance, our on-site immunization clinic, maternal child home visiting program, lead poisoning prevention, rabies and HIV testing. We are looking for nurse managers with good organizational, communication and supervisory skills. Successful candidates will have a strong commitment to public health/prevention work and community engagement. Tompkins County is committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage those with similar values to apply.
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Senior Environmental Health Specialist (Promotional)
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05/18/25 4:30PM EST |
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Tompkins County Environmental Health is looking to fill a Sr. Environmental Health Specialist vacancy. This is a provisional promotional position that is open to eligible Environmental Health Specialists currently working in the Division. It is anticipated that this position will be responsible for the rabies, ATUPA, childhood lead poisoning prevention, and FOIL request programs, but the work areas could involve any EH program areas. This is a provisional supervisory appointment requiring successful completion of the Civil Service test for the position for a permanent appointment.
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Special Patrol Officer
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12/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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Speech-Language Pathologist
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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The County is building an in-house therapy team to provide evaluations and services for children in the Early Intervention Program. This role will primarily deliver speech and language therapy in the home for infants and toddlers who are currently on the waitlist for services.
We’re looking for a licensed, compassionate SLP who is passionate about early childhood development and family-centered care. Join a team dedicated to reducing service delays and making a meaningful impact in the lives of young children across Tompkins County.
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TRANSPORTATION PLANNING DIRECTOR
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06/15/25 4:30PM EST |
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• Residency Waived
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Please include a cover letter and resume with application.
The Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council (ITCTC), located in Ithaca, NY, is recruiting to fill the position of Transportation Planning Director to lead planning for community transportation programs and manage the County’s Metropolitan Planning Organization. The Transportation Planning Director will provide expert guidance, leadership and support to the ITCTC and wider community in methods to address transportation-related priorities, including highways, bridges and multimodal options, and in implementing, evaluating, and improving initiatives supporting those priorities.
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LIBRARY-TOMPKINS COUNTY PUBLIC |
Page
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• 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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05/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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For more information about open bus runs or our Bus Driver Trainee Program contact our Transportation Supervisor, Lora Cavanagh at 607-844-4221
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Food Service Helper
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06/13/25 4:30PM EST |
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Head Mechanic
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05/20/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
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Licensed Practical Nurse
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05/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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Substitute Licensed Practical Nurse (per diem), NYSED fingerprint clearance required.
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School Monitor
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06/13/25 4:30PM EST |
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Temporary position through June 25, 2025. Candidates with NCI training preferred but not required.
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School Nurse
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Substitute School Nurse (per diem), NYSED fingerprint clearance required.
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Teacher Aide
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05/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Multiple positions available district wide.
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SCHOOL-GROTON CENTRAL |
Bus Driver
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Cleaner
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Custodian
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Food Service Helper
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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School Monitor
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Teacher Aide
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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SCHOOL-LANSING CENTRAL |
Bus Driver
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Several Positions Available
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Cleaner
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Several Positions Available
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Custodian
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Several positions avaiable.
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Food Service Helper
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Several Positions Available
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Laborer
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Several Positions available both full and part time.
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Lifeguard (Part-time or Seasonal)
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Several Positions Available
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School Monitor
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Several Positions available
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School Monitor
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NA |
05/17/25 4:30PM EST |
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This is a 10-month position in the after school childcare program.
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School Nurse
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
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Several Positions Available
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Teacher Aide
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Several positions available
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SCHOOL-NEWFIELD CENTRAL |
Bus Driver
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08/29/25 4:30PM EST |
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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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05/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Food Service Helper
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05/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Looking for someone who would like to work part-time in the school kitchen, duties include serving students, clean up, dishes, pots, and pans by machine and by hand. Sweeping and food preparation, salads, sandwiches, etc. May also serve as a cashier and perform other duties as needed. Must be able to follow NYS Health Department food rules.
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Technology Services Coordinator
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Transportation Supervisor
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
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SCHOOL-TRUMANSBURG CENTRAL |
Bus Driver
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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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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Cleaner
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NA |
06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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After filing an application for substitute/per diem employment, please contact Tina Lincoln for additional information at (607)387-7551 ext. 4427. Prospective employees will need to be fingerprinted and must receive clearance before beginning substitute employment with Trumansburg Central School District.
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Data Processing Helper
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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After filing an application for substitute/per diem employment, please contact Tina Lincoln for additional information at (607)387-7551 ext. 4427. Prospective employees will need to be fingerprinted and must receive clearance before beginning substitute employment with Trumansburg Central School District.
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Food Service Helper
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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After filing an application for substitute/per diem employment, please contact Tina Lincoln for additional information at (607)387-7551 ext. 4427. Prospective employees will need to be fingerprinted and must receive clearance before beginning substitute employment with Trumansburg Central School District.
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School Monitor
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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After filing an application for substitute/per diem employment, please contact Tina Lincoln for additional information at (607)387-7551 ext. 4427. Prospective employees will need to be fingerprinted and must receive clearance before beginning substitute employment with Trumansburg Central School District.
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School Nurse
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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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 |
Project Assistant
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05/22/25 4:30PM EST |
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Tompkins Cortland Community College is seeking a Project Assistant. Preferred candidate shall possess strong customer service and communication skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, Access, familiarity with office equipment, specifically copiers and ability to lift 50lbs.
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TOMPKINS COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DIST. |
Seasonal Worker
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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This positng of for the Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation Dist.
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TOMPKINS-SENECA-TIOGA BOCES |
Licensed Practical Nurse
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05/27/25 4:30PM EST |
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Position follows the school calendar with opportunity to work 30 days of summer school.
Range is $25.77-$28.36/hour
Please contact Cheryl Button, 607-257-1551 ext 5004 for additional information
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School Nurse
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05/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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• Residency Waived
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For more infomration contact Cheryl Button 607-257-1551 ext 5004 Position is 11-month (follows the school calendar plus 30 days of summer school). Residency waived Salary Range $51,340-$60,400 Start Date: 7/10/25 Position will be posted until filled.
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Staff Development Specialist
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05/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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START DATE: July 1, 2025
Works 11-months, 7.75 hours per day Monday-Friday
SALARY: $47,600-$56,000 (2025-2026 Full-Time Salary Range) Excellent benefits are available.
CONTACT PERSON: For further information, please contact Belinda Adams 607-257-1551 ext. 5006
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Teacher Aide
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05/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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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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TOWN OF ENFIELD |
Seasonal Worker
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05/31/25 4:30PM EST |
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Preference is given to candidates with a CDL.
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TOWN OF ITHACA |
Laborer
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07/11/25 4:30PM EST |
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This posting is for the Town's Youth Employment project targeted toward High School students age 16-18. The work will be performed with the Public Works Department staff to gain real world work experience. Work will be physical using hand tools and working outside. Employees will not be operating any heavy construction equipment. This is a 6-8 week program between 6/30-8/22/25.
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Motor Equipment Operator
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05/27/25 4:30PM EST |
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MEO position for Public Works working in highway, water, sewer, parks, facilities or any other public works related functions. Position requires a Class B CDL with an increase in hourly rate for those with a Class A CDL. Act as essential personal and will be required to respond to emergency call-ins.
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Seasonal Worker
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05/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Seasonal work for Town of Ithaca Public Works Department. Recruiting for 3-6 full time 25 week maximum positions from April - November time frame. Location 114 Seven Mile Drive, Ithaca
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TOWN OF ULYSSES |
Assistant Camp Director
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06/13/25 4:30PM EST |
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The Town of Ulysses is hiring for summer camp positions. Camp runs from June 30, 2025, to August 8, 2025. Mandatory training for staff will take place in late May and mid-June.
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Camp Counselors
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06/13/25 4:30PM EST |
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The Town of Ulysses is hiring for summer camp positions. Camp runs from June 30, 2025, to August 8, 2025. Mandatory training for staff will take place in late May and mid-June.
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Camp Director
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06/13/25 4:30PM EST |
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The Town of Ulysses is hiring for summer camp positions. Camp runs from June 30, 2025, to August 8, 2025. Mandatory training for staff will take place in late May and mid-June.
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Recreation Assistant
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06/13/25 4:30PM EST |
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The Town of Ulysses is hiring for summer camp positions. Camp runs from June 30, 2025, to August 8, 2025. Mandatory training for staff will take place in late May and mid-June.
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VILLAGE OF CAYUGA HEIGHTS |
Laborer
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Seasonal Worker
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
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VILLAGE OF DRYDEN |
Laborer
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06/13/25 4:30PM EST |
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Need someone willing to get there CDL License and train for a Class B Water License. The Village has great benefits, paid Health Insurance.
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MEO/Water/Sewer Maintenance Worker
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06/13/25 4:30PM EST |
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Must have a clean CDL license. Great benefits, paid health Insurance, a Class B water License would be a plus but can train.
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VILLAGE OF GROTON |
Laborer
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06/30/25 4:30PM EST |
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Lifeguard (Part-time or Seasonal)
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NA |
06/13/25 4:30PM EST |
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Payrate is dependent on experience.
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Paramedic
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NA |
05/30/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
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• Residency Waived
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Police Officer (Part-time)
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NA |
05/30/25 4:30PM EST |
NA |
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VILLAGE OF TRUMANSBURG |
Police Officer (Part-time)
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School Crossing Guard (Part-time)
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06/13/25 4:30PM EST |
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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.