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Job description
Salary
$18.46 Hourly
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Temporary Part-time
Job Number
N-
Department
Department of Agriculture
Division
AG Sf Scy Div
Opening Date
07/01/2026
Closing Date
9/30/ :59 PM Eastern
Job Code
74710
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting
Union
UGSOA
Bargaining Unit
R1
Pay Group
ST03
Bureau / Division Code
Bureau / Division
Safety and Security Division
Worksite Address
2300 North Cameron Street
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17110
Contact Name
Zachary Bender
Contact Email
THE POSITION
As an Event and Traffic Safety Staff member with the Department of Agriculture, you will help keep the Farm Show complex safe and welcoming. This position allows you to handle a variety of duties, from assisting visitors to monitoring facility conditions. You will use clear communication and problem solving to support smooth daily operations. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people and responding to dynamic situations.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position supports the safety and security of the Farm Show complex by monitoring activity, assisting visitors, and maintaining safe traffic and parking areas. The role also involves responding to emergencies and communicating important information to staff and leadership. As an Event and Traffic Safety Staff, you will perform the following duties:
Patrol Duties: Complete interior and exterior patrols to maintain a safe environment
Traffic Support: Manage parking areas and maintain steady traffic flow during events
Customer Service: Provide clear information and assistance to visitors, clients, and participants
Communication Skills: Share important details with supervisors and departments through written and verbal updates
Emergency Response: Respond to alarms and assist emergency teams with accurate location details
Operational Tasks: Prepare parking areas, manage lost and found items, and complete daily logs
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Free on-site parking
Temporary, part-time employment
All guards operate on an on-call basis, with no specific shifts assigned. This arrangement allows for flexibility in staffing to accommodate the needs of events held at the facility.
Work schedules will include weekends, holidays, and various shifts as required. The specific hours and days may change based upon operational needs.1st shift: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
2nd shift: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
3rd shift: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Requirements:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Experience working in crowds
Experience working in large-scale public events
Experience working in security or traffic management
Legal Requirements:
A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Who can apply
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