Employment
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Garden Crew
Gardeners needed for the 2026 growing season at the Alaska State Fair. Candidates must be willing and capable of following instructions, able to work outdoors as part of a group, able to work with garden tools and able to be supervised. Work includes: soil preparation, planting, watering, fertilizing and mowing. Other duties as assigned. This is a physical labor job! Candidates must be physically able to perform the duties required, being able to routinely lift and carry 30 pounds, kneel and or be on their feet all day in all weather conditions. Available to work a 40 hour work week with occasional overtime as needed. Candidates must also possess a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Must be 17 to apply.
Start Date: Seasonal openings, hiring in May but most begin in June. Various positions available.
Please complete the online application below or Download Application (pdf) and fax to (907) 746-2699 or bring in to 2075 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, Alaska 99645.
Crops Department Superintendent
Purpose: Within the Alaska State Fair competitive exhibits program, this position coordinates the competitive Crops Department so that it is attractive, organized, fair and educational.
Reports to: Exhibits Manager
Recruits, Coordinates & Supervises: Volunteers & Judges
Confidentiality: Personal information of exhibitors is protected at all times.
Minimum Qualifications:
· Must have good written and oral communication skills
· Must be able to recruit volunteers and exhibitors from community organizations
· Must be organized and detail orientated
· Recommend, but not required to have a working knowledge of growing and cultivating crops in Alaska
Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:
· Ensure Crops Department Exhibitor Guide is edited annually to remain current with growing crops in Alaska.
· Monitor Alaska State Fair website to ensure department information is correct.
· Handle telephone and email inquiries for department as they arise.
· Attend Superintendent Meetings, twice yearly.
· Submit supply list, equipment requests, and pass orders by April 30.
· Coordinate volunteers to assistant during: entry drop off, judging, department display and entry pick up.
· Accept entries on Perishable Entry Days. Greet and establish relationships with exhibitors.
· Recruit qualified judges.
· Coordinate judging dates and times. Judge entries in a timely manner.
· Ensure that all entries are judged and displayed attractively before fair opens after entry days.
· Complete Judges Records in a timely manner. Verify all paperwork for accuracy.
· Assist exhibitors claiming their entries and ribbons on Entry Pick-Up Days.
· Recruit Special Awards.
Please complete the online application below or Download Application (pdf) and fax to (907) 746-2699 or bring in to 2075 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, Alaska 99645.
Flowers Department Superintendent
Purpose: Within the Alaska State Fair competitive exhibits program, this position coordinates the competitive Flowers Department so that it is attractive, organized, fair and educational.
Reports to: Exhibits Manager
Recruits, Coordinates & Supervises: Volunteers & Judges
Confidentiality: Personal information of exhibitors is protected at all times.
Minimum Qualifications:
· Must have good written and oral communication skills
· Must be able to recruit volunteers and exhibitors from community organizations
· Must be organized and detail orientated
· Recommended, but not required to have a working knowledge of growing and cultivating flowers in Alaska
Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:
· Ensure Flowers Department Exhibitor Guide is edited annually to remain current with growing flowers in Alaska.
· Monitor Alaska State Fair website to ensure department information is correct.
· Handle telephone and email inquiries for department as they arise.
· Attend Superintendent Meetings, twice yearly.
· Submit supply list, equipment requests, and pass orders by April 30.
· Coordinate volunteers to assistant during: entry drop off, judging, department display and entry pick up.
· Accept entries on Perishable Entry Days. Greet and establish relationships with exhibitors.
· Recruit qualified judges.
· Coordinate judging dates and times. Judge entries in a timely manner.
· Ensure that all entries are judged and displayed attractively before fair opens after entry days.
· Complete Judges Records in a timely manner. Verify all paperwork for accuracy.
· Assist exhibitors claiming their entries and ribbons on Entry Pick-Up Days.
· Recruit Special Awards.
Please complete the online application below or Download Application (pdf) and fax to (907) 746-2699 or bring in to 2075 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, Alaska 99645.
Recycle Lead
Fair-time position
The Recycling program is a team effort between the Alaska State Fair and Valley Community for Recycling Solutions.
Pick up and assist with sorting cardboard and recyclables. Communicate with vendors on recycling procedure, set up sorting area, assist in placement of recycle barrels, monitor the roll-offs with Alaska Waste, check in and instruct recycling volunteers. Must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions, have a drivers license with acceptable driving record, and are able to lift up to 40 pounds.
Please complete the online application below or Download Application (pdf) and fax to (907) 746-2699 or bring in to 2075 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, Alaska 99645.
Grounds Crew
Full-time Seasonal position
Minimum age 18. Ability to lift 75-100 lbs and willing to work in all weather conditions. Must have a valid drivers license with acceptable driving record. Duties include painting, carpentry projects, lawn mowing, weed whipping, fence line maintenance, and garbage pickup.
Please complete the online application below or Download Application (pdf) and fax to (907) 746-2699 or bring in to 2075 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, Alaska 99645.
