NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets · 2 days ago
State Fair Administrator 2, SG-23 (NY HELPS)
Syracuse, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$87K/yr - $110K/yr
7+ years expThe New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking a State Fair Administrator 2 to work at the Great New York State Fair. This role involves developing and implementing programs to promote New York State agriculture, creating educational exhibits, managing budgets, training staff, and serving as a liaison with agricultural groups.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Develops and implements programs and events to promote New York State (NYS) agriculture
Creates educational and interactive exhibits to complement NYS agriculture and educate fairgoers
Develops, evaluates and updates policies and procedures, entry fees and prize monies, and schedules related to agricultural events and competitions
Develops and recommends an annual budget for programs and events
Trains and supervises staff
Serves as the primary contact for event participants
Works closely with the finance office on contracts and payments for services for events and ensures conformance to contractual terms
Reviews and monitors financial settlements of competitions, ensuring that prize monies are properly calculated and accounted for
Participates on committees and meetings related to the State Fair and other events, and serves as liaison with various agricultural groups
Qualification
Required
One year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55 b/c service as a State Fair Administrator 1, SG-18
Seven years of experience in managing and coordinating events, exhibits, competitions, and the use and rental of facilities, concessions, or supplement services to maximize the facilities' use and profitability
An associate's degree may substitute for two years of experience
A bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of experience
A master's degree may substitute for five years of experience
A doctorate may substitute for six years of experience
Current Department of Agriculture and Markets employee
One year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55 b/c service as a State Fair Administrator 2, SG-23
Reachable on the current eligible list for this location if one exists
One year of permanent competitive, contingent-permanent, or 55 b/c service as a State Fair Administrator 1, SG-18
Benefits
Inexpensive Health Insurance options
Free Dental and Vision coverage
NYS Pension Plan membership
Generous paid time off
5 days of personal time
13 vacation days
13 sick days
13 paid holidays
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Company
NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets focuses on enhancing the quality of life for the people of New York State by supporting the production of high-quality and diverse agricultural products; ensuring a safe, nutritious and accessible food supply; providing economic opportunities for farms and rural residents; fostering agricultural environmental stewardship; and safeguarding New York State’s land and livestock.
201-500 employees
Funding
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