Job Fair - July 10, 2025

The Gates Chili Central School District is dedicated to fostering curiosity, growth, and diversity within our school community. The District celebrates and embraces differences and strives to dismantle exclusion, bias, racism, and prejudice of all forms.

This Posting Is For Those Who Attended The July 10, 2025 Gates Chili Support Staff Job Fair And Are Interested In Pursuing a Position With The District For One Of The Following Vacancies:

Teacher Aide, School Aide, Cafeteria Monitor/Hall Monitor, Cleaner, Food Service Worker, Bus Driver, Secretary, Security Worker, or Micro-Computer Maintenance Technician

Please do NOT complete this application if you did not attend the July 10, 2025 Job Fair. Instead, please go back to the vacancy listings and apply for a specific vacancy through that page.

Compensation/Pay Range: Position starting rates vary dependent on title

Benefits:

Qualifies for District contribution to Health/Vision and/or Dental Insurance

Yes (except part-time positions as Cafeteria/Hall Monitor and Food Service Worker may not qualify for district contribution)

Qualifies for Paid Personal Time

Yes

Qualifies for Paid Sick Time

Yes

Qualifies for Paid Vacation Time

No (except 12-month positions such as Cleaner, Secretary or Micro-Computer Maintenance Technician which do qualify for vacation time)

Schedule: Teacher Aide/School Aide: Full-time 10-month (works student calendar) 6.5 hours/day

Cafeteria/Hall Monitor: Part-time 10-month (works student calendar) 4 hours/day

Cleaner: Full-time 12-month 8 hours/day

Food Service Worker:Part-time 10-month (works student calendar) hours vary dependent on assignment

Bus Driver:Full-time 10-month (works student calendar) minimum 5 hours/day (dependent on route assignment)

Security Worker: Full-time 10-month (works student calendar) 6.5 hours/day

Micro-Computer Maintenance Technician: Full-time 12-month 8 hours/daySecretary: Full-time 12-month 7.5 - 8 hours/day

Job Descriptions:

• Please note that all positions are regulated through the Monroe County Department of Civil Service and therefore must meet any requirements set by this agency.
  
  

Essential Job Functions

Teacher Aide/School Aide & Cafeteria/Hall Monitor:

• Assists students with academic assignments;
• Assists students with their project research, encyclopedia skills, card catalogue skills, computer skills, etc.;
• Corrects papers;
• Performs simple and routine clerical duties such as copying or duplicating, filing and compiling attendance sheets;
• Maintains inventory of and schedules repairs for classroom equipment (such as film strips, cassettes);
• Proctors examinations;
• Assists handicapped students with their daily activities with regard to mobility;
• May assist with toileting, eating and basic care needs of students.
  
  

Additional Duties:

• Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge of the school organization;
• ability to follow oral and written instructions;
• ability to obtain student cooperation and attention;
• ability to give instructions;
• ability to work well with students and school personnel;
• ability to understand and deal with student behavior;
• ability to maintain simple records;
• tact; patience;
• dependability;
• good judgment;
• physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
  
  

Qualifications Profile

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; plus, EITHER:

• One (1) year full-time or its part-time paid or volunteer equivalent experience working in a clerical capacity; OR,
• One (1) year full time or its part-time paid or volunteer equivalent experience working with children; OR,
• Possession of a certificate of completion of a course of Child Care through an occupational school, The American Red Cross or similar agency; OR,
• A combination of experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B) and (C) above.
  
  

Note: Successful completion of one (1) year of college education beyond high school (minimum of 30 semester college credit hours) may be substituted for the one (1) year of experience.

Bus Driver:

Essential Job Functions:

• Drives a school bus/vehicle on a regular schedule on an assigned route or on special occasions;
• Performs a pre-trip inspection of the vehicle prior to departure and post-trip inspection after every route;
• Reports all defects, mechanical and other, of the bus/vehicle to the supervisor;
• Instructs or informs passengers about safety practices and procedures when embarking and disembarking bus/vehicle, while in transit, and throughout the year;
• Maintains safe and orderly conduct on the bus/vehicle, including student management;
• Assists passengers in boarding and exiting a bus/vehicle by providing physical assistance or operating a hydraulic lift;
• Cleans and fuels assigned vehicles daily;
• Operates a van, station wagon, or similar vehicle to transport objects.
  
  

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment:

2-way radio as needed.

Travel Requirements

Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

Good knowledge of vehicle and traffic law, regulations of the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles, and regulations of the Commissioner of Education (New York State Education Part 156.3 Transportation Regulations) pertaining to pupil transportation; good knowledge of safe driving practices and defensive driving; good knowledge of the geography of the employing school district or municipality; ability to operate a bus under all driving and road conditions; ability to understand oral and written directions; ability to physically assist passengers on and off buses; ability to get along well with children/students/passengers and command their respect; mental alertness; visual and audio acuity; dependability; courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Physical And Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to lift students as needed.
• Ability to work outdoors.
  
  

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile:

Possession of a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate to the vehicle(s) operated.

Food Service Worker:

Essential Job Functions

• Prepares ingredients for salads, sandwiches, and cold plates.
• Portions and garnishes all desserts, salads, and fruits for serving.
• Trims, washes and prepares vegetables.
• Sets up serving lines with condiments, hot and cold foods, and table services.
• Serves food from steam table or food line in cafeteria-style operation.
• Washes and sanitizes all pots, pans, and utensils.
• Cleans and dries silver, china, and glassware.
• Fills sugar bowls, salt and pepper shakers, and napkin holders, and holders for utensils and straws.
• Cleans dining tables of dirty dishes and trays in the absence of lunchroom aides.
• Washes and sanitizes dining room tables, chairs, and trays in the absence of lunchroom aides.
• Operates kitchen appliances and equipment.
• Advises students of well-balanced meals.
• Cleans kitchen and dining room area.
• Serves as cashier on student faculty food service line.
  
  

Additional Duties:

Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Use standard kitchen equipment.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Working knowledge of the principles of a balanced diet; working knowledge of the regulations of the National School Lunch Program and the Department of Health requirements; working knowledge of portion control; working knowledge of the proper methods of preparing and serving food; working knowledge of proper care and safe operation of kitchen equipment and appliances; working knowledge of the care and use of china, silver, glassware, and kitchen utensils; working knowledge of the operation of industrial dish washers and the use of associate detergents; working knowledge of use and application of cleaning supplies for appliances, equipment, and food preparation and serving work areas; ability to follow simple oral and written directions; ability to prepare and serve food with proper regard to sanitary principles; ability to receive and make correct change; ability to deal effectively with students, faculty, and other diners; willingness to perform routine low-skill work; dependability; health commensurate with the demands of the position.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard kitchen and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.

• There are no education or experience qualifications for this position.
• Prior experience working in the food industry preferred.
  
  

Cleaner:

Essential Functions:

• Sweeps, dust mops and may polish floors, hallways, stairwells, and entranceways.
• Dusts, polishes, and cleans office and school furniture, electrical fixtures, woodwork, stair railings, radiators, and venetian blinds.
• Washes marks, stains, and fingerprints from walls, tables, chairs, desks, cupboards, counters and glass.
• Cleans lavatory facilities including fixtures, toilets, and floors.
• Vacuums carpets and upholstered furniture and removes minor stains.
• Empties ashtrays, wastebaskets, and pencil sharpeners into large trash containers.
• Fills dispensers with disposable paper products.
• Secures and locks windows and office classroom doors.
• Turns off lights and unplugs small electrical appliances.
• Straightens and arranges office, classroom and cafeteria furniture.
• Washes chalkboards and chalktrays.
• Washes windows and mirrors.
  
  

Additional Duties:

• Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.
  
  

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses cleaning equipment including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, and hand tools.

Safety Requirements

Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties.

Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks. Must comply with school district's chemical hygiene program and follow MSDS sheets.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel between schools, or between schools and central office, may be required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Working knowledge of building cleaning procedures, materials, and equipment; working knowledge of cleaning agents and proper applications; ability to follow oral and written instructions, especially as printed on cleaning agents; ability to operate a vacuum cleaner; willingness to perform repetitive cleaning tasks; ability to use cleaning agents and electrical equipment safely; dependability; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.
  
  

See the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile:

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.

Typical Qualifications Would Be Equivalent To:

• There are no education or experience qualifications.
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.
• NYS Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.
  
  

Security Worker:

Essential Functions:

• Assists with overall safety/security surveillances;
• Conducts periodic rounds, making sure all windows, doors and entrances to the building are closed and locked;
• Monitors and attempts to prevent disruptive behavior in schools or County owned or leased facilities in accordance with agency policies and procedures;
• Prevents admittance to the premises of unauthorized persons;
• Investigates unusual conditions or disturbances;
• Prevents damage to property;
• Assists local fire department with fire alarms and bomb scares;
• Monitors vehicle and personnel movement on school or County property;
• Opens all doors on schedule allowing public to enter;
• Writes simple activity reports concerning such incidents as vandalism, theft, or other disruptive activity;
• Checks valves, boiler pressure and water level to see that they are in operating order.
  
  

Additional Duties:

• Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.
  
  

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses field related equipment as required.

Safety Requirements

Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations used in the performance of duties.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Good knowledge of the duties and responsibilities of a security worker; ability to think and act quickly in emergency situations; ability to climb stairs and walk moderate distances swiftly; ability to write simple incident reports; ability to operate two-way radios; ability to read, write and speak English; ability to follow oral and written directions; ability to check valves, boiler pressure and water level to see that they are in operating order; willingness to work nights or unusual shifts; integrity; reliability; courage; sobriety; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
  
  

See the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile:

Minimum qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma. Experience as a security guard or security officer may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Special Requirements:

Current registration as a Security Guard with the New York State Department of State is required.

Depending upon assignment, a physical examination may be required.

If you are appointed, you will be required to have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.

This Is a COMPETITIVE Position Under Monroe County Civil Service. To Be Eligible To Apply For This Position, Applicants Must Meet One Of The Criteria Listed Below:

• Currently possess the Monroe County Civil Service Title of Security Worker;
• have held the Monroe County Civil Service Title of Security Worker within the last four years,
• or appear on the current list of eligibles for the title of Security Worker (only) as established and provided to the Gates Chili Central School District by the Monroe County Department of Human Resources and Civil Service. Unfortunately, lists of eligibles established as a result of examinations for any other title do not satisfy this requirement.
• or be hired as a Provisional Appointment. The qualified applicant may be provisionally appointed and serve in the position until an appropriate eligible list can be established and a permanent appointment made.
  
  

Micro-Computer Maintenance Technician:

Essential Functions:

• Analyzes and verifies microcomputer and/or peripheral equipment malfunction using diagnostics and other repair procedures;
• Repairs malfunctions to the component level and verifies proper operation;
• Tests, cleans and aligns disk drives, printers and other microcomputer electrical and mechanical assemblies;
• Uses electronic test equipment such as logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and digital multimeters;
• Tests and repairs various types of microcomputer modems and other telephone connecting equipment used with microcomputers;
• Sets up and demonstrates microcomputer equipment as required;
• Maintains records on microcomputer equipment parts inventory and repairs made.
  
  

Additional Duties:

Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the electrical and electronic systems as applied to microcomputers, disk drives, microcomputer printers, computer terminals and microcomputer peripherals; good knowledge of the diagnostic procedures and equipment used in determining microcomputer machine malfunctions; working knowledge of the software packages commonly used by microcomputer equipment; ability to inspect, repair, test, and maintain microcomputer and peripheral equipment; ability to instruct others in the operation of microcomputer and peripheral equipment; ability to keep and maintain simple records; good judgment, thoroughness, physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Qualifications Profile:

Education:

Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus EITHER:

• Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's degree in Electronic Technology, Microcomputer repair, or related field with a minimum of 9 credit hours in digital electronics, OR;
• Two (2) years of paid fulltime or its parttime equivalent experience in maintenance and repair of microcomputers and related equipment, OR;
• Successful completion of a recognized course in microcomputer repair such as training courses offered by the military, microcomputer hardware vendors or consultants, or any other training course providing "hands on" micro computer repair experience, plus one (1) year of experience as described in (B) above.
  
  

Note: Applicants qualifying under option (A) or (C) must submit a transcript, certificate, diploma or letter of confirmation in support of satisfactory program completion.

Secretary:

Essential Functions:

• Prepares, formats and maintains material such as correspondence and statistical or narrative reports from either a handwritten copy or dictating machine, outline or other detailed instructions;
• Prepares and maintains alphabetical, numerical or personal files;
• Sorts, distributes and files materials in a manual or text management filing system;
• Obtains and gives out information by telephone, correspondence or in person;
• Performs complex electronic searches for information in documents, records and files;
• Compiles, prepares, and inputs a variety of data;
• Analyzes and checks for completeness and accuracy, a variety of complex financial and statistical records and reports;
• Enters and extracts data and information from a data base;
• Enters information onto standard forms such as payroll or production records, authorizations, certifications, etc.;
• Purchases office supplies and monitors expenditures;
• Operates standard office machines such as a computer, copier and fax machine;
• Maintains records of monetary, budgetary or similar transactions;
• Makes computations relating to taxes, budget and salary;
• Supervises or guides subordinates in the performance of their duties;
• Trains subordinates in the procedures and functions of the section.
  
  

Additional Duties

Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the District.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computer, copy machine, fax machine, telephone.

Travel Requirements

Limited travel to and from meetings may be required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Good knowledge of office terminology, practices, procedures, routines and equipment; good knowledge of business arithmetic and English; good knowledge of the techniques involved in record keeping; good knowledge of the techniques involved in establishing and maintaining a filing system; ability to use a personal computer for word processing and database entry; ability to conduct searches for information from various sources; ability to work with forms; ability to perform basic purchasing functions utilizing computer software; ability to monitor expenditures; ability to prepare written communication, arithmetic and standard written reports; ability to operate a variety of office machines; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; ability to express oneself clearly; ability to readily acquire familiarity with departmental organization, functions, laws, policies and regulations; ability to deal with the public; good judgment in solving relatively complex clerical problems; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments
  
  

*See the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualification Profile

This Is a COMPETITIVE Position Under Monroe County Civil Service. To Be Eligible To Apply For This Position, Applicants Must Meet One Of The Criteria Listed Below:

• Currently possess the Monroe County Civil Service Title of Office Clerk III or Office Clerk IV;
• have held the Monroe County Civil Service Title of Office Clerk III or Office Clerk IV within the last four years,
• appear on the current list of eligibles for the title of Office Clerk III or Office Clerk IV (only) as established and provided to the Gates Chili Central School District by the Monroe County Department of Human Resources and Civil Service. Unfortunately, lists of eligibles established as a result of examinations for any other title do not satisfy this requirement.
• or be hired as a Provisional Appointment. The qualified applicant may be provisionally appointed and serve in the position until an appropriate eligible list can be established and a permanent appointment made.