LOCATION: City of Ithaca - Department of Public Works - Streets & Facilities
SALARY: $17.00 per hour - Minimum
Varies with position

The City of Ithaca values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all
backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ , veterans, people with disabili-

ties, and those with lived experiences.
Join our team! The seasonal laborer position is a great opportunity to serve the community and gain experi-
ence in a wide variety of public works construction projects. Seasonal laborer positions are held for periods
of up to 6 months, and those employees that exhibit a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, good attitude,
and attainment of a Class B Commercial Driver License may be considered for full time permanent employ-
ment in the Department of Public Works.
POSITIONS WITH NEWMAN GOLF COURSE (MAINTENANCE): (VARIES, ALL DAYS) This work in-
volves duties in the maintenance of greens, tee, fairways , bunkers, trees, ornamentals, clubhouse, mainte-
nance shop, equipment, course supplies, driveways, parking area and pedestrian paths. Use of specialized
mowing, aeration , rollers, supplies and tools. Repair of irrigation and drainage work. Maintenance of equip-
ment and golf carts. Application of plant health and nutrition products. The work can be physically demand-
ing and is performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions, during off hours and weekends.
POSITIONS WITH NEWMAN GOLF COURSE (GOLF SHOP ATTENDANT): (VARIES, ALL DAYS) This
work involves duties greet and check in customers. Process sales of greens fees, cart rentals and merchan-
dise. Maintains accurate logs, tee times/reservations and visitor information. Assign golf carts and assist
golfers and customers with merchandise questions. Maintains the cleanliness of clubhouse and golf shop.
Assists with tournaments, leagues and outings along with merchandise inventory. The work is a customer
oriented position with attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
POSITIONS WITH PARKS & FORESTRY: (7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. M-F) The work involves duties which are
primarily of a routine manual nature. Typical work duties include string trimming, trash collection, mowing,
general landscaping, bench painting and repair, and related activities. The work may also involve the perfor-
mance of custodial work and unskilled park maintenance and repairs. The work is performed under the direct
supervision of a higher level public works crew member. Laborers do not supervise others.
POSITION WITH STEWART PARK: (7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. M-Th., 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Sat. & Sun.) The
work involves duties which are primarily of a routine manual nature. Typical work duties include: string trim-
ming, trash collection, mowing, general landscaping, leaf collection, bench painting and repair, and related
activities. The work will also involve the performance of custodial work and unskilled building maintenance
and repairs at Stewart Park. The work is performed under the direct supervision of a higher level public
works crew member. Laborers do not supervise others.
POSITION WITH STEWART PARK (CAROUSEL OPERATOR): (11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Wed.-Sun. 20hr/
wk) . The work involves responsibility of operating the carousel at Stewart Park, which will consist of creating
a welcoming environment, making sure all children are seated, turning the carousel on for a set amount of
time, turning the carousel off, and assisting children with exiting. The incumbent will also be responsible
for collecting carousel fares and maintaining a clean area around the carousel. Duties will also include
daily visual safety checks of the carousel, picking up a small amount of trash, wiping down the carousel
horses, and sweeping the carousel deck. Does related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: None.
APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED:

• City of Ithaca application

Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.

City of Ithaca
Human Resources Department

The City of Ithaca is committed to Equity and Inclusion. We encourage those with similar values to apply
Issued: March 1, 2024