Seasonal Employment
The Youth Bureau is committed to an equitable work environment where everyone can thrive. We serve over 7,500 youth ages 0-20 annually and rely on seasonal staff to help our programs provide participants with fun, safe experiences that help them be active, make friends, expand their horizons, develop empathy and a sense of belonging, build skills and gain confidence.
We are seeking staff who are passionate and enthusiastic about working with children and families. We value diverse perspectives and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, people who identify as LGBTQ+, veterans, people with disabilities and those with a variety lived experiences. Our programs have a variety of seasonal employment opportunities available throughout the year.
Please note that availability of positions can change from year to year and season to season.
To apply for any of the positions listed below, please follow these steps:
*All Ithaca Youth Bureau seasonal positions working with youth require a background check, references, and a hiring process which will include an interview.
For Tompkins County teenagers interested in summer work, please visit the Youth Employment Service website for more information on eligibility and application requirements.
We are seeking staff who are passionate and enthusiastic about working with children and families. We value diverse perspectives and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, people who identify as LGBTQ+, veterans, people with disabilities and those with a variety lived experiences. Our programs have a variety of seasonal employment opportunities available throughout the year.
Please note that availability of positions can change from year to year and season to season.
To apply for any of the positions listed below, please follow these steps:
- Click the "Apply for Seasonal Employment" button below.
- If an interview is requested, you will be contacted by the position supervisor.
- If the job is offered to you, you'll be asked to fill out additional paperwork.
*All Ithaca Youth Bureau seasonal positions working with youth require a background check, references, and a hiring process which will include an interview.
For Tompkins County teenagers interested in summer work, please visit the Youth Employment Service website for more information on eligibility and application requirements.
Interviews and hiring for summer are typically conducted in March & April.
Call 607-273-8364 for more information on other summer positions. |
School Year & Multi-season Positions
Interviews and hiring for the school year are typically conducted in late summer or early fall.
School Year & Multi-season Positions
Interviews and hiring for the school year are typically conducted in late summer or early fall.
- Assistant Instructor (Art, Dance, Drama/Theatre, Pottery, must be 16+)
- Ice Skating Instructor (Excellent skating ability required, mid-October thru mid-April, must be 16+)
- Lead Instructor (Art, Dance, Drama/Theatre, must be 18+)
- Roller Skate Rink Attendant (Spring through Fall, must be 18+ with CPR & 1st Aid certifications)
- Tot Spot Assistant (mid-October through mid-April, must be 14+)
- Tot Spot Lead Staff (mid-October through mid-April, must be 18+)
Fall
Interviews and hiring for fall takes place between mid-August & early September.
- Assistant Instructor (Basketball, Tennis, must be 16+)
- Lead Instructor (Basketball, Tennis, must be 18+)
- League Director (Outdoor Soccer, must be 18+)
- Referee (Outdoor Soccer, must be 14+)
- Tot Spot Assistant (mid-October thru mid-April, must be 14+)
- Tot Spot Lead Staff (mid-October thru mid-April, must be 18+)
Winter
Interviews and hiring for winter are typically conducted between mid-September & early October.
- Assistant managers at Cass Park Rink (must be 18+)
- Assistant Instructor (Basketball, must be 16+)
- Lead Instructor (Basketball, must be 18+)
- Cashiers at Cass Park Rink (must be 16+)
- Rink guards (Must have excellent ice skating ability, must be 16+)
- Ice Skating Instructor (Excellent skating ability required, mid-October thru mid-April, must be 16+)
- Referees (Basketball, must be 16+)
- Skate Sharpener (must be 18+)
Spring
Interviews and hiring for summer are typically conducted in February & March.
- Assistant Instructor (Fishing, Tennis, must be 16+)
- Lead Instructor (Pre-K Baseball, Baseball, Fishing, Tennis, must be 18+)
- League Director (Baseball, Softball, Lacrosse, must be 18+)