Employment
The State Fair is currently hiring for the following:
Seasonal positions
Put some extra cash in your pocket! Be a part of a time-honored tradition and be instrumental in the success of the annual State Fair. The SD State Fair is now hiring for special events and fair week! Open positions include: Maintenance crew leaders, gate, beer, restroom and building attendants, shuttle crew, and security (civilian and uniform). Hours vary, pay rate varies. For an application or for more information, stop by the Administration office at 1060 3rd St SW, call the fair office at 353-7340 or email robin.baarts@state.sd.us.
It takes a big team to make sure the State Fair goes off without a hitch. Each year the State Fair hires people for the following seasonal positions:
- Restroom Attendants
- Beer Garden Attendants
- Building Attendants
- Camping Attendants
- Gate Admission Attendants
- Shuttle Drivers
- Certified Police Officers
- Civilian Positions for Security
- Maintenance Crew Leader
Head Gardener
Do you have a passion for gardening, vibrant flowers, and beautiful landscaping? Join the SD State Fair team as the head gardener. Responsibilities include numerous gardening duties, general maintenance and care of flower beds and planters including soil cultivation, bed preparation, planting, weeding, pruning, and watering. Must have general knowledge of gardening and physically capable of bending, lifting, and working in spring and summer weather conditions. Seasonal employment starting mid-April and running through September. $12.32/hour with approximately 25 hours a week (generally 7am-12pm, but flexible). To apply, complete application and return it to the State Fair office, stop by State Fair Office or for questions, call 605-353-7340.
Gardener Attendant
The SD State Fair is seeking an individual to assist with prepping flower beds and overall care of flower beds including planting, weeding, and watering. $10.24/hour; hours will be 7am-12pm, with occasional extended hours. Start early May through August, with some flexibility on start and end date. To apply, complete application and return it to the State Fair office, stop by State Fair Office or for questions, call 605-353-7340.
Crew Leader - Seasonal
Be a part of a time-honored tradition and be instrumental in the success of the annual State Fair. The SD State Fair is hiring a crew leader for May-November. Will supervise and work with inmates doing building and ground maintenance. Must have a valid driver’s license. Duties include general maintenance of all types. Background check conducted. Will be trained. To apply or for more information, call 353-7340 or stop at the Nordby Exhibit Hall located at 1060 3rd St. SW.
Seasonal Employee Brochure
Seasonal Employee Application
For more information, or for an application, contact Robin Baarts at (605) 353-7342 or by email.
If you are interested in a seasonal position, you can also download the application above and return it to the State Fair Office, located in the Nordby Exhibit Hall near the corner of 3rd Street and Lincoln Avenue.