Employment Opportunities
As employment opportunities with the Village of Penn Yan become available, they will be published here.
Water Treatment Plant Operator
The Village of Penn Yan Water Treatment Plant is seeking candidates for the full-time position of a Water Treatment Plant Operator.
The applicant must be able to operate and maintain a Type A Water Treatment Plant. The work involves operation of and routine maintenance of filtration and chemical equipment in the production of potable water.
Keys to success include working effectively with a team, following safety protocol, being respectful to others, and having integrity and pride in your work.
Position minimum qualifications include graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; AND Completion of a Grade II-A Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification Course approved by the New York State Department of Health; AND at least one year of satisfactory experience in the actual operation of a water treatment plant.
This is a competitive NYS Civil Service position that is full time, 40 hours per week and subject to Civil Service rules for eligibility. This position will be on a provisional/permanent basis. Compensation rate is $28.32 - $32.56 hourly rate, dependent on years of experience, Penn Yan also offers a competitive benefits package.
Interested applicants should apply by Friday 5/24/2024 by submitting an application to the Yates County Personnel Office at 417 Liberty St, Penn Yan, NY 14527 or online at mycivilservice.yatescounty.org/jobopps.
The applicant must be able to operate and maintain a Type A Water Treatment Plant. The work involves operation of and routine maintenance of filtration and chemical equipment in the production of potable water.
Keys to success include working effectively with a team, following safety protocol, being respectful to others, and having integrity and pride in your work.
Position minimum qualifications include graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; AND Completion of a Grade II-A Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification Course approved by the New York State Department of Health; AND at least one year of satisfactory experience in the actual operation of a water treatment plant.
This is a competitive NYS Civil Service position that is full time, 40 hours per week and subject to Civil Service rules for eligibility. This position will be on a provisional/permanent basis. Compensation rate is $28.32 - $32.56 hourly rate, dependent on years of experience, Penn Yan also offers a competitive benefits package.
Interested applicants should apply by Friday 5/24/2024 by submitting an application to the Yates County Personnel Office at 417 Liberty St, Penn Yan, NY 14527 or online at mycivilservice.yatescounty.org/jobopps.
Account Clerk Typist
The Village of Penn Yan is seeking candidates for the full time position of Account Clerk Typist.
Key responsibilities include processing accounts payable through purchase requisitions and purchase orders while tracking expenditures for certain projects and recording fixed assets; processing checks; invoicing and maintaining accounts receivable for miscellaneous charges; and providing customer service to municipal utility customers including assisting customer needs in person and via telephone, applying payments, and completing necessary paperwork.
Keys to success include great organizational skills and attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills being professional and courteous with external customers and vendors and working effectively in a team environment.
Compensation Starting rate is $24.08/hour effective June 1st plus a highly competitive benefits package.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS include graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, or higher level of education; AND two (2) years of clerical experience maintaining financial accounts and records.
This is a full time, 40 hours per week, NYS Civil Service competitive class position, subject to Civil Service rules for eligibility, and requires the individual to take the Account Clerk Typist Civil Service exam.
Interested applicants should apply by 5/10/24 by submitting an application to the Yates County Personnel Office at 417 Liberty Street, Penn Yan, NY 14527 or online at mycivilservice.yatescounty.org/jobopps.
Key responsibilities include processing accounts payable through purchase requisitions and purchase orders while tracking expenditures for certain projects and recording fixed assets; processing checks; invoicing and maintaining accounts receivable for miscellaneous charges; and providing customer service to municipal utility customers including assisting customer needs in person and via telephone, applying payments, and completing necessary paperwork.
Keys to success include great organizational skills and attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills being professional and courteous with external customers and vendors and working effectively in a team environment.
Compensation Starting rate is $24.08/hour effective June 1st plus a highly competitive benefits package.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS include graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, or higher level of education; AND two (2) years of clerical experience maintaining financial accounts and records.
This is a full time, 40 hours per week, NYS Civil Service competitive class position, subject to Civil Service rules for eligibility, and requires the individual to take the Account Clerk Typist Civil Service exam.
Interested applicants should apply by 5/10/24 by submitting an application to the Yates County Personnel Office at 417 Liberty Street, Penn Yan, NY 14527 or online at mycivilservice.yatescounty.org/jobopps.
Seasonal Summer Employment
Join our dynamic team as a laborer, lifeguard, or recreation assistant! Dive into exciting opportunities to work outdoors.
Laborers | April – September
$15-$18/hour - assist with various tasks to keep our facilities running smoothly including mowing, string trimming, cleaning parks and watering flowers. Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Lifeguards | July - Labor Day
$16-$17/hour - ensure safety at our beaches. Must have a valid waterfront lifeguarding certification.
Recreation Assistants | July - August
$15/hour - lead fun activities and events for elementary age children.
Whether you're seeking valuable work experience or simply want to have an enjoyable summer job, we've got the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now and make this summer unforgettable! Please reach out to Patti Rumsey with questions.
Visit mycivilservice.yatescounty.org/jobopps to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the Yates County Personnel Office at 315-536-5112.
Laborers | April – September
$15-$18/hour - assist with various tasks to keep our facilities running smoothly including mowing, string trimming, cleaning parks and watering flowers. Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Lifeguards | July - Labor Day
$16-$17/hour - ensure safety at our beaches. Must have a valid waterfront lifeguarding certification.
Recreation Assistants | July - August
$15/hour - lead fun activities and events for elementary age children.
Whether you're seeking valuable work experience or simply want to have an enjoyable summer job, we've got the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now and make this summer unforgettable! Please reach out to Patti Rumsey with questions.
Visit mycivilservice.yatescounty.org/jobopps to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the Yates County Personnel Office at 315-536-5112.
Line Crew Chief
The Village of Penn Yan has an opening for one (1) Line Crew Chief. The position is currently filled but we are recruiting for succession planning. This is a competitive NYS Civil Service position that is full time, 40 hours per week and subject to Civil Service rules for eligibility.
This position is offering UP TO A $25,000 RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION BONUS
The applicant will supervise the Line Crew; manage the operational budget and maintain an adequate inventory for the Electric Department; must be able to perform skilled work in the construction and maintenance of electrical overhead and underground distribution systems, including the rebuilding and maintenance of electrical substations. The work requires climbing poles, working in all kinds of weather conditions and rigid observance of safety precautions to protect the lives of themselves and others.
Compensation rate is $48.40 - $54.65 hourly rate, dependent on years of experience, Penn Yan also offers a competitive benefits package. (Details shown below)
Competitive insurance that includes health and dental
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:
a) Graduation from a regionally accredited NYS college or university with an Associate’s degree or higher in Engineering Science, Engineering Technology, Construction Technology or closely related field; AND five (5) years of experience in construction, installation, maintenance and/or operation of an electrical utility distribution system as a Lineworker, one (1) year of which involved supervision; OR
b) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; AND seven (7) years of the experience as described in (a), one (1) year of which involved supervision; OR c) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b) above.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
a) Possession of a valid NYS Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at time of application. Such license must be maintained in good standing throughout the tenure of employment in the position.
b) Qualified Electric Person (QEP)
Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. Interested applicants should apply by submitting an application to the Yates County Personnel Office at 417 Liberty St, Penn Yan, NY 14527 or online at mycivilservice.yatescounty.org/jobopps
This position is offering UP TO A $25,000 RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION BONUS
The applicant will supervise the Line Crew; manage the operational budget and maintain an adequate inventory for the Electric Department; must be able to perform skilled work in the construction and maintenance of electrical overhead and underground distribution systems, including the rebuilding and maintenance of electrical substations. The work requires climbing poles, working in all kinds of weather conditions and rigid observance of safety precautions to protect the lives of themselves and others.
Compensation rate is $48.40 - $54.65 hourly rate, dependent on years of experience, Penn Yan also offers a competitive benefits package. (Details shown below)
Competitive insurance that includes health and dental
- Vacation Time: After 1 year of continuous employment earn 2 weeks (80 hours) paid vacation - Graduated scale thereafter based on longevity
- Earn 8 hours of sick time each month to accumulate to 240 days that may be used for a retirement cash benefit or health insurance premiums
- Receive 40 hours personal time June 1st of each year. Unused personal hours will rollover to sick hours annually on June 1st.
- Step Pay Scale: Advance 1 Step upon each anniversary of hire date current pay increases for Steps:1-4, 9, 13, 18, 22,25,27
- New York State Disability Insurance
- 12.5 paid holidays on top of time earned
- NYS Employees Retirement System
- Flexible shifts Monday-Friday with on-call availability
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:
a) Graduation from a regionally accredited NYS college or university with an Associate’s degree or higher in Engineering Science, Engineering Technology, Construction Technology or closely related field; AND five (5) years of experience in construction, installation, maintenance and/or operation of an electrical utility distribution system as a Lineworker, one (1) year of which involved supervision; OR
b) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; AND seven (7) years of the experience as described in (a), one (1) year of which involved supervision; OR c) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b) above.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
a) Possession of a valid NYS Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at time of application. Such license must be maintained in good standing throughout the tenure of employment in the position.
b) Qualified Electric Person (QEP)
Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. Interested applicants should apply by submitting an application to the Yates County Personnel Office at 417 Liberty St, Penn Yan, NY 14527 or online at mycivilservice.yatescounty.org/jobopps
Volunteer Board Member
Serving the Penn Yan community. Did you know that the Village of Penn Yan has five active boards that are dependent on volunteer members? Contributing to your community as a board member can be a meaningful experience. One where you can gain first-hand knowledge in government proceedings while assisting in important community decision-making. Four of the Village’s five boards typically meet once monthly or less. The boards include; Municipal Utilities Board, Planning Board, Historic Preservation Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals and Tree Board. Interested in learning more? Please contact the Village of Penn Yan clerk to let us know that you are curious about serving your community as a board member by calling 315-536-3015.
The Village of Penn Yan is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.