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Please answer all questions completely. An incomplete application may result in disqualification. A resume may not be substituted. Applications can be printed, filled out, and signed OR electronically filled in, printed, and signed (electronic signature is acceptable). Applications can either be mailed, placed in the "Personnel" drop-box located in City Hall lobby, or emailed to personnel@cityofbinghamton.gov.

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Employment applications and civil service exam applications are to be mailed to the Personnel Office, placed in the Personnel Drop-box located in the City Hall Lobby, or delivered to the Personnel Office on the 4th floor of City Hall. Applications are located on this page.

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT

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GENERAL EMPLOYMENT

General employment applications and qualifications may be obtained at the Personnel and Civil Service office, 4th floor, City Hall, Governmental Plaza, Binghamton, New York, and must be filed at said office on or before the last date to file at 4:45pm.

The City of Binghamton is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to workforce diversification. All new hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. Broome County residency is required at time of appointment.

Job Openings

Laborer

• Type:Full Time
• Salary/Pay Rate:$18.84 - $22.17 per Hour
• Posted Date:08/17/2026
• Deadline to Apply:08/28/2026 4:45 PM

Department of Parks & Recreation

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is routine work in the performance of a variety of unskilled tasks in the maintenance of buildings, grounds, as well as in repair and maintenance of water and sewer systems and related public works activities. Incumbents of this position work under the direct supervision of skilled Motor Equipment Operators, supervisors, or journey level crafts persons. Depending upon work assignments, incumbents may develop knowledge and skills necessary for the performance of higher-level work assignments. The Laborer may be considered as a trainee position for positions such as Carpenter''s Helper, Parks Maintainer, and Motor Equipment Operator.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Performs a variety of unskilled work such as collecting and disposing of garbage and trash; shoveling and removal of snow from streets; raking, tamping and shoveling cold patch; cleaning and flushing streets, culverts, and catch basins; and the digging and refilling of trenches for water and sewer pipelines; Learns to and operates air compressors, jack hammers, concrete mixers, and pumps; Works with Water Maintainers in tapping water mains and in the repair and maintenance of the water distribution system; Works with the Pump Station Operators in the repair, replacement, and maintenance of pumps and pumping equipment; Works with Building Maintenance Mechanics or skilled trades persons in repairing heating and air conditioning machinery, repairing toilets and sinks, painting apartments, and in electrical rewiring activities.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Willingness to perform unskilled manual work; willingness to work under all weather conditions; ability and willingness to develop a broad range of skills in public works activities including the operation of motor vehicles and power equipment; ability to understand and carry out simple oral and written instructions; dependability; Ability to operate a personal computer and utilize common office software programs including word processing, spreadsheet, and database at an acceptable rate of accuracy and speed; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: NONE

Before submitting your application, please make sure that your skills, qualifications, and competencies align with this job posting and are clearly stated on all documents that you submit to the City of Binghamton.

The City of Binghamton is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to workforce diversification. All new hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. Broome County residency is required at time of appointment.

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• Final Salary will be determined on training, experience, contractual requirements, and approval of Personnel Director and Comptroller.

Civil Service Examinations

; EXAM POSTING JURISDICTION EXAM TYPE FILING DEADLINE EXAM DATE Police Officer City of Binghamton Police Department Open Competitive September 30, 2026 October 17, 2026 -

• For City of Binghamton positions, candidates must be legal residents of Broome County for at least one (1) month immediately preceding the examination date at time of application. Please refer to individual exam postings to obtain applicable residency requirements for exam application and appointment.
• There are no residency requirements for the City School District or Binghamton Housing Authority.
• General employment applications are not accepted for examinations.

Examination applications and announcements may be obtained at the office of the Municipal Civil Service Commission, 4th floor, City Hall, 38 Hawley Street, Binghamton, New York, or by downloading from this page, and must be filed at said office on or before the last date to file at 4:45pm. Applications filed prior to the announcement of this examination are not a guarantee that you are registered to take this examination. An application for examination must be filed during the filing period listed above.

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Application forms are available on this page or from the City of Binghamton Civil Service Office, 4th floor City Hall, 38 Hawley Street, Binghamton, New York 13901. Office Hours: Monday thru Friday 9:00am - 4:45pm.

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