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The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida Counties, Inc. (WDB HMO), DBA Working Solutions, is part of the Public Workforce System, a network of federal, state, and local offices that support economic expansion and develop the talent of the nation’s workforce.

FREE Virtual Workshops you can take this week from the New York State Department of Labor - July 8, 2024

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Plus you can chat with an Employment Counselor!

 

July 8

1 pm Career Assessment and Exploration

July 9 

11 am Learn New Skills with Coursera
1 pm Roadmap to Getting Hired
1 pm The Power of Positivity

July 10

11 am Salary Negotiation
 11 am Writing Effective Cover Letters
 1 pm Interviewing Techniques

July 11

11 am Upskilling
1 pm Job Search Strategies
1 pm SNAP Overview

July 12

1 pm Chat with an Employment Counselor

 

GO HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER AND SEE MORE GREAT OPPORTUNITIES FROM THE NYS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

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Stockdale’s Bar & Grill in Oriskany is looking for a Cook

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APPLY today in person at 103 River St. Oriskany NY 13424 or email Stockdalesbarandgrill@gmail.com

 

They are hiring experienced kitchen help. Days/evenings Tues-Friday 11am-9pm. Duties include: Prepping, cooking & cleaning. Individuals must be self motivated, reliable & good with time management in a busy kitchen. $20-$24/hr depending on experience.

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Workforce Development Board/Working Solutions Newsletter - July 2024

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Mark your calendars!

Our July newsletter is chock full of new FREE learning and training opportunities to help you along your career path! Plus we've got great new job opportunities, success stories and lots more to tell you about.

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - July 8, 2024

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To learn more about these job  opportunities:

For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday July 8, 2024 

 

Job Title: AVP for Learning and Academic Affairs                               City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a public institution. Duties: Responsible for setting the standard for intellectual engagement, academic integrity, and accomplishment by providing strategic vision for and operational leadership of the academic unit in conjunction with the VP and co-Assistant VP. Requirements: Master’s degree required. Teaching experience and progressively higher levels of administrative experience required.

           

Pay: $115,500/year. Benefits.                                                               Job Order # NY1504199

 

Monday July 8, 2024 

                                                                       

Job Title: Counselor Aide                                                                    City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for an addiction treatment center. Duties: Assist with screening, intake, orientation, referral, counseling, crisis response, patient education, case management, reporting and record keeping, and consultation. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid NYS driver’s license. Customer service and/or human services experience preferred.

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # DF8384559           

 

Tuesday July 9, 2024 

 

Job Title: Lead Teller                                                                           City: Whitestown, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a retail banking company. Duties: Act as a resource in identifying and resolving client servicing issues, serve as primary troubleshooter for complex problems and client service needs, and enhance client relationships. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid NYS driver’s license. 3+ years of demonstrated client relationship skills. 3+ years of experience in cash handling.

 

Pay: $18.27 - $24.04/hour.                                                                    Job Order # DF8377807

 

 

Tuesday July 9, 2024

 

Job Title: Cook                                                                                    City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a medical center. Duties: Responsible for all hot food production for meals covered during shift, all baking done in the kitchen, assigning daily cold food production, etc. Requirements: Must have knowledge and ability to prepare quantity foods to preserve nutrients and to prepare foods appealing in appearance and palatable. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00/hour.                                                                    Job Order # DF8385577

 

Wednesday July 10, 2024

Job Title: Civil Clerk                                                                            City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a county law enforcement. Duties: Responsible for the preparation, distribution and return of legal documents such as summons and complaints, subpoenas, evictions, warrants of civil arrest, order of seizure, family court orders, civil documents issued, etc. Requirements: Associate degree in paralegal studies or related field; OR 2 years of clerical experience in a law office or processing civil documents.

Pay: $35,253/year. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1504043

 

 

Wednesday July 10, 2024

 

Job Title: Direct Support Professional                                                 City: Oneida, NY         

 

Full time for a family service center. Duties: Provide self-care training and assistance in daily living to individuals with developmental disabilities residing in a group home setting. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid NYS driver’s license with 12 months of driving history. Six months to one-year of related experience or training preferred.

 

Pay: $17.70/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # DF8381167

 

                                   

Thursday July 11, 2024

 

Job Title: Lead Receiving Clerk                                                           City: Vernon, NY

Full time for a casino hotel. Duties: Responsible for properly performing the administrative duties necessary to maintain an accurate accounting of the Warehouse Inventory: receipts, issues, transfers, and spoilage. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Some college courses in accounting or related area preferred. Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds.

 

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # DF8396819

Thursday July 11, 2024

Job Title: Security Officer                                                                    City: Marcy, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a manufacturer of wide-bandgap semiconductors. Duties: Observe and report while performing patrols of campus, parking lots, and manufacturing areas; patrols may be conducted on foot and/or with the use of a vehicle. Requirements: Valid NYS driver’s license. Must be capable of running short distances in the event of an emergency.

Pay: $16.00 - $21.40/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DF8386424

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New FREE Learning/Training Opportunities, Hiring Events and Featured Job Opportunities - July 5, 2024

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Welcome to a new month full of opportunities! Explore the list below to find great employment recruitments and events you won’t want to miss:

 

FEATURED JOBS

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 07-01-2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 07-02-2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 07-03-2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 07-05-2024

 

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 7/7/24 - 7/13/24 – First Student is launching its 2nd annual National Hiring Week campaign from 7/7/24 – 7/13/24. Visit https://workatfirst.com/ to find job opportunities. 
  • 7/8/24 – Herkimer-Fulton-Hamilton-Otsego BOCES Career Fair from 3:00PM – 6:00PM at 420 East German Street, Herkimer, Second Floor, Gateway Center. Available positions include school counselor, office assistant, various teaching positions, and more! Apply today using the QR code at link
  • 7/9/24 – DFAS Open House 5:00PM – 7:00PM at the Jervis Public Library. 613 N. Washington Street, Rome, NY. Currently hiring for Accounting Technicians, Contact Representatives, Accountants, and Financial Analysts. Information will be shared on DFAS career opportunities including the application process. Check out the QR code at link
  • 7/15/24 – Herkimer-Fulton-Hamilton-Otsego BOCES Career Fair from 3:00PM – 6:00PM at 420 East German Street, Herkimer, Second Floor, Gateway Center. Available positions include school counselor, office assistant, various teaching positions, and more! Apply today using the QR code at link
  • 7/17/24 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. Save the date!
  • 7/18/24 – One Day Hiring Event at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin St. Rome, NY, from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. Visit www.romejobfairs.org for more information. 
  • 7/19/24 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer. Save the date!
  • 7/23/24 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
  • 7/26/24 – In-person Job Fair at the Oneida County Office Building, 800 Park Ave, Utica from 9:00AM – 12:00PM. All are welcome! For more information see the  flyer oat linkr call (315) 798-3688.

 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering their August Mental Wellness Vision Board Workshop. The workshop takes place August 1, 2024, from 9:30AM – 12:30 PM. Register today at info@empoweredpathwayscny.org or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. Set your goals for the future! 
  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy.  Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400. 
  • MV Tech Corps Training at MVCC. Get started on a career path in Mechatronics, Welding, Carpentry, Masonry, CNC Machining or HVAC. Earn a tech or trades certificate from MVCC in just eight months. MV Tech Corps provides full tuition and fees at MVCC, as well as last-dollar support for required materials expenses to eligible candidates.  Contact Rachel Maiolo at rmaiolo@mvcc.edu to find out more. Interested candidates can visit https://www.mvcc.edu/mvtechcorps/ and complete an interest form so you will be contacted when registration for the Fall Semester begins.
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Krystal Curley, Program Outreach Specialist I for the NYS Department of Civil Service for a new workshop, Demystifying Civil Service & NY State Positions. The workshop will take place September 12, 2024, from 9:30AM – 11:30AM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Register today at info@empoweredpathwayscny.org or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. ee the the link above and the flyer at this link for more information.
  • Real Life Rosies Bootcamp – A great opportunity for women! Prepare for a career or Registered Apprenticeship in Advanced Manufacturing. There is no cost to participate. Transportation and childcare are available. $1000 stipend upon completion of the program.  The next training runs July 29-August 15, 2024. The program is offered by MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, Mohawk Valley Community College, and Working Solutions.
  • NYS DOCCS is now hiring experienced officers! Continue your career with advanced placement offers, great benefits, and possibilities for additional compensation. For more information contact Recruitment@doccs.ny.gov. See the flyer attached.
  • Do you need career coaching? Are you unsure of your future career path or need advice on your next steps? Call and make an appointment today for one-on-one career coaching with Stephanie, the Executive Director of the Women’s Employment and Resource Center, at (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. Their office is open Monday – Thursday, 8:30AM – 4:00PM located at 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Appointments are available for the month of August
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering their July Computer Skills Workshop. If you are unemployed, under employed and actively seeking employment, this is a great opportunity to learn Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel or update your skills. 
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New Opportunities with Herkimer County - July 5, 2024

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See details and how to apply at links:

 

Department of Public Health:

Account Clerk/Typist
Office Manager

Department of Social Services: 

Employment Counselor
Account Clerk
Social Welfare Examiner
Typist
Community Service Aide
Child Protective Services Caseworker

Herkimer County Sheriff’s Department

Civil Clerk

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The Charles T. Sitrin Health Care Center is offering eight full-tuition scholarships for individuals interested in enrolling in the Madison-Oneida BOCES Nursing Aide Training program.

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The Charles T. Sitrin Health Care Center is offering eight full-tuition scholarships for individuals interested in enrolling in the Madison-Oneida BOCES Nursing Aide Training program.

 

 

The 125-hour CNA course includes 95 classroom and skills lab hours plus 30 clinical hours. The scholarships will not only cover tuition, but will also pay for associated costs including books, uniforms, shoes, watch and NYS exam fees. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be guaranteed employment at Sitrin. Individuals who receive the scholarships and complete the training must sign a two-year employment contract with Sitrin.

 

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DFAS is Hiring! You're invited to their Open House on July 9

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5:00PM – 7:00PM at the Jervis Public Library. 613 N. Washington Street, Rome, NY. Currently hiring for Accounting Technicians, Contact Representatives, Accountants, and Financial Analysts. Information will be shared on DFAS career opportunities including the application process.

Current open announcements:

 

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

Defense Finance and Accounting Service

Department of Defense

Rome, New York

DFAS - ROME, NY

  • Salary: $39,576 - $53,732 Per Year (GS -5)
  • Permanent • Full-time

 Open 05/13/2024 to 07/15/2024

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/790908900

 ACCOUNTANT

Defense Finance and Accounting Service

Department of Defense

Rome, New York

DFAS - ROME, NY

  • Salary: $39,576 - $98,507 Per Year (GS 5-11)
  • Permanent • Full-time

Open 05/15/2024 to 07/15/2024

 

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/791403500

CONTACT REPRESENTATIVE

Defense Finance and Accounting Service

Department of Defense

Rome, New York

DFAS - ROME, NY

  • Salary: $36,209 - $51,446 per year (GS 4-5)
  • Permanent • Full-time

Open To Be Determined 

 

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he Arc Oneida-Lewis Chapter is seeking a FT Janitorial Team Lead in Rome

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Must either be a veteran or a person with a disability.

 

Job Duties
Assist other Janitorial Team members with daily cleaning tasks.
Provide expertise and guidance to all team members.
Oversee supplies inventory and equipment maintenance.
Make recommendations on to Offsite Janitorial Coordinator about chemicals and equipment used on a daily basis.
Front line supervision including but not limited to coaching, mentoring, disciplinary, and appraisal.
Have a functional understanding of all aspects of the customers cleaning requirements.
Maintain proper security when entering/leaving the building to comply with rules set forth by the customer.
Complete all job tasks listed in the scope of work, and ensure the cleaning is performed daily.
Oversee and maintain appropriate supply inventory and order as needed.
Maintain timely and accurate operation documents daily, weekly, and monthly.
Ensure that best practices and safety procedures are performed as required.
Ensure all Janitorial staff is providing excellent customer service to all worksite employees.
Provide on the job training as needed to support staff in their position each day.
Remove snow, apply ice melt, and clean exterior grounds on parameter of building as assigned.
Adhere to scheduled hours and submit completed timesheets to supervisor on time each payroll period.

Requirements
Must either be a veteran or a person with a disability.
Ability to pass all security clearance screenings to access property and building.
Ability to work independently and function as a team member
Ability to work flexible schedules which may include day or evening shifts.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Must be able to move materials from one area to another.
Must be able to operate any machines used by the Janitorial Department.
Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills.
Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
One year experience in Janitorial industry.
This position works out of the Defense Finance & Accounting Services building located on the Rome Airforce Base

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New Free Learning/Training Events and Featured Job Opportunities - July 1, 2024

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 FEATURED JOBS

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 06-24-2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 06-25-2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 6/26/2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 06-27-2024

  Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 06-28-2024

 

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 7/7/24 - 7/13/24 – First Student is launching its 2nd annual National Hiring Week campaign from 7/7/24 – 7/13/24. Visit https://workatfirst.com/ to find job opportunities. A flyer is attached.
  • 7/8/24 – Herkimer-Fulton-Hamilton-Otsego BOCES Career Fair from 3:00PM – 6:00PM at 420 East German Street, Herkimer, Second Floor, Gateway Center. Available positions include school counselor, office assistant, various teaching positions, and more! Apply today using the QR code on the attached flyer.
  • 7/9/24 – DFAS Open House 5:00PM – 7:00PM at the Jervis Public Library. 613 N. Washington Street, Rome, NY. Currently hiring for Accounting Technicians, Contact Representatives, Accountants, and Financial Analysts. Information will be shared on DFAS career opportunities including the application process. Check out the QR code on the flyer for more information.
  • 7/15/24 – Herkimer-Fulton-Hamilton-Otsego BOCES Career Fair from 3:00PM – 6:00PM at 420 East German Street, Herkimer, Second Floor, Gateway Center. Available positions include school counselor, office assistant, various teaching positions, and more! Apply today using the QR code on the attached flyer.
  • 7/23/24 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
  • 7/26/24 – In-person Job Fair at the Oneida County Office Building, 800 Park Ave, Utica from 9:00AM – 12:00PM. All are welcome! For more information call (315) 798-3688.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Summer Jobs for Herkimer County Youth:Summer job opportunities through Herkimer County. Don’t delay-the positions will go fast. 
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering their August Mental Wellness Vision Board Workshop. The workshop takes place August 1, 2024, from 9:30AM – 12:30 PM. Register today at info@empoweredpathwayscny.org or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. Set your goals for the future! A flyer is attached.
  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy.  Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400. 
  • MV Tech Corps Training at MVCC. Get started on a career path in Mechatronics, Welding, Carpentry, Masonry, CNC Machining or HVAC. Earn a tech or trades certificate from MVCC in just eight months. MV Tech Corps provides full tuition and fees at MVCC, as well as last-dollar support for required materials expenses to eligible candidates. Contact Rachel Maiolo at rmaiolo@mvcc.edu to find out more. Interested candidates can visit https://www.mvcc.edu/mvtechcorps/ and complete an interest form so you will be contacted when registration for the Fall Semester begins.
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Krystal Curley, Program Outreach Specialist I for the NYS Department of Civil Service for a new workshop, Demystifying Civil Service & NY State Positions. The workshop will take place September 12, 2024, from 9:30AM – 11:30AM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Register today at info@empoweredpathwayscny.org or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. See the the link above and the flyer at this link for more information.
  • Real Life Rosies Bootcamp – A great opportunity for women! Prepare for a career or Registered Apprenticeship in Advanced Manufacturing. There is no cost to participate. Transportation and childcare are available. $1000 stipend upon completion of the program. Check out the attached flyer for more details. The next training runs July 29-August 15, 2024. The program is offered by MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, Mohawk Valley Community College, and Working Solutions.
  • NYS DOCCS is now hiring experienced officers! Continue your career with advanced placement offers, great benefits, and possibilities for additional compensation. For more information contact Recruitment@doccs.ny.gov. See the flyer attached.
  • Do you need career coaching? Are you unsure of your future career path or need advice on your next steps? Call and make an appointment today for one-on-one career coaching with Stephanie, the Executive Director of the Women’s Employment and Resource Center, at (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. Their office is open Monday – Thursday, 8:30AM – 4:00PM located at 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Appointments are available for the month of August. 
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering their July Computer Skills Workshop. If you are unemployed, under employed and actively seeking employment, this is a great opportunity to learn Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel or update your skills. See the flyer attached for more information!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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WKTV 2 Back 2 Work Job Opportunities - July 1, 2024

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To learn more about these job  opportunities:

For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

Monday July 1, 2024 

 

Job Title: Security Officer                                                                    City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a company that provides security services. Duties: Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner. Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles. 21+ for armed roles. High school diploma or the equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.

           

Pay: $20.56/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # DF8352738

 

                                                                       

Job Title: Medical Office Coordinator                                                  City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a non-profit health system. Duties: Provides indirect patient care in the office/clinic setting. Coordinates phone calls, appointments, and prescription authorizations. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare related setting. Experience with insurance company rules/regulations and medical terminology strongly recommended.

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # DF8357253           

 

 

Job Title: Assistant Store Manager                                                      City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a variety store chain. Duties: Assist with the daily operation of the store. Responsible for maintaining inventories, store appearance and completing daily paperwork. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Prefer store management experience. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

 

Pay: $18.50 - $19.25/hour.                                                                    Job Order # DF8348483

 

 

Job Title: Furniture Driver CDL                                                            City: Marcy, NY

Full time for an office equipment supplier. Duties: Make timely deliveries to customers. Place, assemble, and/or install furniture to customer specifications. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be at least 21 years of age. Class A or B CDL license with at least 1 year of CDL truck driving experience required.

 

Pay: $19.00 - $24.00/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # DF8349748

 

 

Job Title: Office Manager                                                                     City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a community college. Duties: Perform clerical work by coordinating daily office management functions including program planning, budgeting, supervision of clerical staff, record keeping/reporting, etc. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration related field; OR Associate degree with 2 years of experience; OR High school diploma with 4 years of experience.

Pay: $41,974/year. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1503696

 

 

 

Job Title: Warehouse Associate                                                          City: Canastota, NY    

 

Full time for a commercial baking company. Duties: Responsible for accurately loading and unloading trailers, verifying route loads, trailer reports, cycle counts and maintaining the shipping yard. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. 1-3 years of shipping experience preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

 

Pay: $19.52/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # DF8349443

 

                                 

 

Job Title: Retail Freight Manager                                                         City: Rome, NY

Full time for a discount store. Duties: Plan, unload, check in, and support the merchandising of distribution shipments of merchandise. Receive, verify, and merchandise all direct vendor shipments. Requirements: Minimum of six months’ retail experience in a mid-size to large retail service-oriented business preferred.

 

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00/hour.                                                                    Job Order # DF8363174

 

Job Title: Bakery Department Manager                                                City: Sherrill, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a supermarket. Duties: Responsible for directing and supervising all functions and activities of Bakery Department personnel to achieve the sales and profit goals established for the department. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 2-5 years of experience in retail or bakery operations preferred.

Pay: $21.00/hour.                                                                                Job Order # DF8360765

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WKTV-2 Job Opportunities June 25, 2024

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To learn more about these job  opportunities:

For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

 

 

Job Title: HR Generalist City: Utica, NY

Full time for a home healthcare service. Duties: Oversee the agency insurance and leave management benefits. Manage worker’s compensation and unemployment claims. Requirements: Associate degree in related field. College degree in human resources preferred. 3 years of human resources experience. 3 years of supervisory experience. Knowledge of DOL rules, and DOH and OPWDD regulations.

Pay: $58,458/year. Benefits. Job Order # DF8323846



Job Title: Dietary Technician/Clerk City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a medical center. Duties: Responsible for nutritional screening and assessment of assigned residents including food likes/dislikes and/or food allergies. Conduct monthly department in-service programs. Participate in food intake studies and quality assurance audit. Requirements: AAS degree in Nutrition/Dietetics. Two years post collegiate work, experience desirable.

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hour. Benefits. Job Order # DF8316779

 

Job Title: Medical Assistant City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for an internist. Duties: Assist the physician in the clinical treatment of patients. Maintain proper chart documentation. Maintain inventory and cleanliness procedures. Inventories, supplies, and pharmaceutical samples and reports to physician. Assist physicians in exam room with designated types of exams. Perform EKGs. Requirements: Experience working in an office environment.

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hour. Job Order # NY1503203

 

Job Title: Defect Engineer City: Marcy, NY

Full time for a manufacturer of wide-bandgap semiconductors. Duties: Drive the process/metrology/defect reduction roadmap to meet technology development requirements. Requirements: Degree in Engineering, Physics or related STEM field required. Understand semiconductor processes and equipment in Fabrication. Must be flexible for urgent technical support.

Pay: $65,000 - $89,000/year. Benefits. Job Order # DF8319201

 

Job Title: Director of Special Programs City: Mohawk, NY

Full time for a technical school. Duties: Responsible for developing and implementing all special education programs and services for students with disabilities aged 3 to 21. Requirements: Certification as a school district administrator or a school district leader is preferred; consideration for school building leader or school administrator and supervisor. Valid NYS driver’s license required.

Pay: $120,000/year. Benefits. Job Order # NY1503215

 

Job Title: Laundry Aide City: Chittenango, NY

Full time for a nursing home. Duties: Functions as washer, dryer or runner person as assigned. Ensures an adequate stock of necessary supplies. Ensures washing, drying, and folding of clothing and linen is done according to established procedures. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay: $15.70 - $17.70/year. Benefits. Job Order# DF8339121


Thursday June 27, 2024

Job Title: Quality Technician I City: Rome, NY

Full time for a premier materials manufacturer. Duties: Responsible for inspection and test of incoming materials, work in process, and finished goods to establish material quality and lot acceptance to specifications. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 2 years of college or 2 years of related work experience. Proficiency in MS Excel & MS Word required.

Pay: $16.25 - $26.75/hour. Benefits. Job Order # DF8312531

 

Job Title: Employment Coordinator City: Utica, NY

Full time for a non-profit health system. Duties: Responsible for managing and tracking all new hires, company transfers assuring all required clearances are obtained prior to a new employee starting with the organization, all new hire paperwork is complete. Requirements: Associate degree in business or related field required. Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.

Pay: $18.00 - $28.00/hour. Benefits. Job Order # DF8319861

 

Job Title: Store Supervisor City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a social services organization. Duties: Responsible for assisting in the daily operation of the retail store and supporting activities to optimize store revenues and savings, improve productivity, and ensure delivery of outstanding service to customers. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 1-year supervisory experience required. 1-year retail experience required.

Pay: $16.00/hour. Benefits. Job Order # DF8311375

 

Job Title: Line Cook I City: Morrisville, NY

Full time for a State University of New York. Duties: Prepares daily entrees/items. Performs various kitchen maintenance tasks. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 3-5 years' experience in the Food Service industry. Must be experienced in all types of cooking methods, supervision, kitchen equipment, and food service operations. ServSafe certification is preferred.

Pay: $17.91 - $18.91/hour. Benefits. Job Order # DF8334665

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Free Online Workshops You can take this week from the New York State Department of Labor!

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Plus you can chat with an Employment Counselor!

 

June 25

11 am Building and Using your LinkedIn Profile
11 am Career Assessment and Exploration
1 pm Learn New Skills with Coursera

June 26

11 am Give Yourself Credit: SUNY Empire State College Info Session
11 am Interviewing Techniques
1 pm Writing Effective Cover Letters

June 27

11 am Networking
1 pm Spanish: Interviewing Techniques
1 pm Job Search Strategies

June 28

11 am Public Speaking
1 pm Chat with an Employment Counselor

 

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New Opportunities for you! June 21, 2024

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As June swiftly draws to a close, the opportunities for finding new jobs and acquiring new skills remain strong. Check out these great opportunities below:

FEATURED JOBS

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 6/17/2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 06-18-2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 06-20-2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 06-21-2024

 

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Summer Jobs for Herkimer County Youth: Summer job opportunities through Herkimer County. Don’t delay-the positions will go fast. 
  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy.  Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400. 
  • MV Tech Corps Training at MVCC. Get started on a career path in Mechatronics, Welding, Carpentry, Masonry, CNC Machining or HVAC. Earn a tech or trades certificate from MVCC in just eight months. MV Tech Corps provides full tuition and fees at MVCC, as well as last-dollar support for required materials expenses to eligible candidates.  Contact Rachel Maiolo at rmaiolo@mvcc.edu to find out more. Interested candidates can visit https://www.mvcc.edu/mvtechcorps/ and complete an interest form so you will be contacted when registration for the Fall Semester begins.
  • Real Life Rosies Bootcamp – A great opportunity for women! Prepare for a career or Registered Apprenticeship in Advanced Manufacturing. There is no cost to participate. Transportation and childcare are available. $1000 stipend upon completion of the program. Check out the attached flyer for more details. The next training runs July 29-August 15, 2024. The program is offered by MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, Mohawk Valley Community College, and Working Solutions.
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering their August Mental Wellness Vision Board Workshop. The workshop takes place August 1, 2024, from 9:30AM – 12:30 PM. Register today at info@empoweredpathwayscny.org or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. Set your goals for the future! 
  • NYS DOCCS is now hiring experienced officers! Continue your career with advanced placement offers, great benefits, and possibilities for additional compensation. For more information contact Recruitment@doccs.ny.gov. See the flyer attached.
  • The NYSDOL is holding selected webinars at the Herkimer Working Solutions to share some of the learning platforms the NYSDOL has to offer. Webinars available will help you brush up on your interviewing techniques, learn new skills with Coursera, manage job loss and moving on, or check out others available!. For more information, call (315) 867-1400.
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Krystal Curley, Program Outreach Specialist I for the NYS Department of Civil Service for a new workshop, Demystifying Civil Service & NY State Positions. The workshop will take place September 12, 2024, from 9:30AM – 11:30AM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Register today at info@empoweredpathwayscny.org or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. Also see the Careers with New York State workshop.Careers with New York State workshop.

 

 

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Madison County Phase 1 Police Academy

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Join the Madison County Police Academy!

 

Offered through SUNY- Morrisville

 

See details here. 

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Featured Hiring Events and Opportunities - June 18, 2024

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Mark your calendars.There are a lot of great opportunities coming up!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 6/10/2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 06-11-2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 6/12/2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 6/13/2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 6/14/2024

 

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING/HIRING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Summer Jobs for Herkimer County Youth: Summer job opportunities through Herkimer County. Don’t delay-the positions will go fast. 
  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy.  Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call 315-867-1400.MV Tech Corps Training at MVCC. Get started on a career path in Mechatronics, Welding, Carpentry, Masonry, CNC Machining or HVAC. Earn a tech or trades certificate from MVCC in just eight months. MV Tech Corps provides full tuition and fees at MVCC, as well as last-dollar support for required materials expenses to eligible candidates. Contact Rachel Maiolo at rmaiolo@mvcc.edu to find out more. Interested candidates can visit https://www.mvcc.edu/mvtechcorps/ and complete an interest form so you will be contacted when registration for the Fall Semester begins.
  • Real Life Rosies Bootcamp- A great opportunity for women! Prepare for a career or Registered Apprenticeship in Advanced Manufacturing. There is no cost to participate. Transportation and childcare are available. $1000 stipend upon completion of the program.  The next training runs July 29-August 15, 2024. The program is offered by MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, Mohawk Valley Community College, and Working Solutions.
  • NYS DOCCS is now hiring experienced officers! Continue your career with advanced placement offers, great benefits, and possibilities for additional compensation. For more information contact Recruitment@doccs.ny.gov.
  • The NYSDOL is holding selected webinars at the Herkimer Working Solutions to share some of the learning platforms the NYSDOL has to offer. Webinars available will help you brush up on your interviewing techniques, learn new skills with Coursera, manage job loss and moving on, or check out others available!  For more information, call 315-867-1400.

 

The Center for Careers in Government (CCG) presents a workshop to learn about careers with New York State! - June 25th

 

 

 

 

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WKTV 2 “Back to Work” Job Opportunities - Week of June 17, 2024

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To learn more about these job opportunities:
For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number.

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center.

Job Title: School Bus Driver City: Utica, NY

Full time for a school bus service. Duties: Provide safe and reliable transportation for students to and from school and school events, utilizing various vehicles to include vans, medium and/or large capacity school buses. Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age. Experience working with children is recommended, but not required.

Pay: $23.75/hour. Benefits. Job Order # NY1502801



Job Title: Paralegal/Legal Assistant City: Utica, NY

Full time for a general practice law office. Duties: Perform general paralegal or legal assistant duties. Requirements: Must have at least 1 year of experience working at a law office. Experience will all general legal work. Experience with real estate closings and CDs is a plus. Having a Notary license is great but not essential.

Pay: $35,000/year. Based on experience. Job Order # NY1502854

 

Job Title: Pool Technician City: Rome, NY

Seasonal full time for a swimming pool supply store. Duties: Load and track inventory on work truck. Transport/Move products out to customer job sites. Assembly, plumbing of swimming pool components with minor electrical work. Requirements: Valid Driver's License with clean driving record. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00/hour. Job Order # NY1502751

 

Job Title: Executive Director of Public Safety & Emergency Mgmt. City: Utica, NY

Full time for a public institution. Duties: Provide vision, leadership, direction and supervise the daily activities of the security force, develop training programs for the public security personnel. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree. Certified NYS DCJS Police or Peace Officer. Valid NYS pistol permit. 5 years exp. in operational planning, budgeting, and supervision. 7 years of progressive exp. as a ranking officer.

Pay: $96,000/year. Benefits. Job Order # NY1503119

 

Job Title: Administrative Assistant 1 City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a technical school. Duties: Receive and organize work to be processed and recorded. Review applications, claims, reports, and other documents for completeness, clerical accuracy and adherence to proper procedures, policies, rules, and regulations. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent.

Pay: $35,148/year Job Order # NY1502717

 

Job Title: Buyer City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time for a high-tech electronics manufacturer. Duties: Procure raw material and services as needed. Monitor market trends for critical raw materials. Source & coordinate the transit of freight shipments.
Requirements: 1-3 years of progressive work experience required. Work or education experience in supply chain management in manufacturing environment preferred.

Pay: $65,000 - $80,000/year. Benefits. Job Order# DF8278726



Job Title: Client Services Representative II City: Utica, NY

Full time for a financial institution. Duties: Identifies client needs and recommends solutions when fraud has been identified. Records data captured during client interactions accurately. Requirements: 1+ years of customer/client service experience, including experience handling difficult client situations required. 1+ years of experience in the banking/financial industry preferred.

Pay: $23.00/hour. Benefits. Job Order # NY1502929

 

Job Title: Research Associate II City: Clinton, NY

Full time for a premier metals manufacturer. Duties: Responsible for the testing of materials targeted towards product development. Manage and maintain equipment and consumable lab supplies. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline required. Experience in safety, quality assurance, and best engineering and laboratory practices required.

Pay: $22.00 - $26.50/hour. Benefits. Job Order # DF8291738

 

Job Title: Head Chef City: Little Falls, NY

Full time for a social services organization. Duties: Responsible for management of both back and front of the house staff and operations, and oversight of all menus and food events. Requirements: 5 years’ experience in culinary arts. 3 years supervisory experience required. Driver’s license required. Knowledge of kitchen operations, food cost and inventory principles, and safety/sanitation procedures required.

Pay: $58,500/year. Benefits. Job Order # DF8290592

 

Job Title: Operations Associate City: Chittenango, NY

Full time for a company that manufactures components for the commercial aerospace market. Duties: Handle the overall operations of our production facility. Responsible for meeting manufacturing deadlines, communicating business goals, programs, and processes for the entire shop floor. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent Must have Knowledge of Foundry environment.

Pay: $23.78/hour. Benefits. Job Order # DF8301763

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Juneteenth Office Hours - 2024

The Workforce Development Board offices at 209 Elizabeth St., Utica, are closed on Wednesday, June 29, 2024, in observance of Juneteenth.

The Utica Career Center at 207 Genesee Street, Utica, will also be closed.

The Herkimer Career Center is open.

Madison  County (Wampsville) closed.

The Rome office is closed.

The contact information for additional locations can be found here:

https://www.working-solutions.org/about/locations

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WKTV 2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - April 22, 2024

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To learn more about these job  opportunities:

For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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 Job Title: Delivery Driver                                                                     City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, for an independently owned hardline distribution company. Duties: Drive trucks with capacities greater than 3 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products. Requirements: Class A CDL license and 1 year of CDL Class A driving experience. Hazmat endorsement required.

           

Pay: $80,000/year. Benefits                                                                  Job Order # NY1495989

 

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Job Title: Facilities Site Service Coordinator                                       City: Marcy, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, for a semi-conductor manufacturer. Duties: Plan, schedule, budget, resource and execute all services required to maintain buildings and grounds at the facility.  Requirements: At least 5-7 years of experience in facilities services management. Experience with building systems, grounds, and landscape. Experience overseeing LEED certified buildings and supporting sustainability initiatives required.

 

Pay: $86,000 - $118,000/year. Benefits                                                 Job Order # DF7960227

           

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Job Title: Food Service Manager                                                         City:  Utica, NY

 

Full time for a large grocery store. Duties: Assist in training, scheduling, and inventory control within the food court operation. Oversee staff and ensure that corporate and state sanitation regulations are adhered to at all times. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age and have a proven ability to manage others and demonstrated follow-through to achieve company goals.

 

Pay: $19.20-$25.25//hour. Benefits.                                                      Job Order # DF7956968

 

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Job Title: Manager                                                                               City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a federal credit union. Duties: Provide leadership and training to staff and delegate day-to-day operations.  Requirements: 2- year degree in Business Management or equivalent experience. Accounting experience required. Resumes must be submitted by May 3, 2024

 

Pay: $55,000-$70,000/year. Benefits                                                     Job Order # NY1496336 

 

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Job Title: Fulfillment Associate                                                            City: Little Falls, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time, 20 hours per week for a company that sells mineral specimens online through weekly social media live shows. Duties: Wrapping and shipping orders quickly and efficiently. Requirements: Must be adept with typing, using spreadsheets, keyboard shortcuts, and be able to use the Google program suite. Should have experience using PayPal. Knowledge of crystals and minerals is a plus.

Pay: $15.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1491637

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Job Title: Floor Installer’s Assistant                                                    City: Chittenango, NY 

 

Full time for a business that sells and installs flooring. Duties: Tear up flooring and padding. Carry flooring up and down stairs and in and out of homes. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent.  Must be able to lift 75 pounds and have a valid NYS driver’s license. Business will train the right candidate.

 

Pay: $16.00/hour. More based on experience.                                     Job Order# NY1495992

 

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Job Title: Pricing Administrator-Remote Position                               City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a company that manufactures medical devices. Duties: Compile, administer, and communicate customer pricing agreements and price lists, Requirements: Associates degree and at least 1year of office experience. Must have at least 1 year working with Excel including VLOOKUP and pivot tables. Must have strong analytical skills since detailed data manipulation of large data sets is required.

 

Pay: $17.00-$26.00/hour. Benefits.                                                      Job Order # DF7960425

 

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Job Title: Library Assistant                                                                  City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a local public library’s Reference Department. Job Duties: Assist patrons in accessing information by instructing them in the use of the online catalog, indexes, Internet, and other sources.

Process loan requests for patrons. Requirements: Associates Degree or completion of at least two years of college required. Must have working knowledge of various software applications and online resources.

Pay: $17.47/hour. Benefits.                                                                   Job Order # NY1496096

 

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Job Title: Forester Trainee                                                                   City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, for a state environmental conservation agency. Duties: Civil Service Test has been waived for this position. Requirements: A bachelor's degree or higher in ecological forest management, forest biology, forest ecosystem science, forest resource management, Natural Resources Management, Natural Resources Conservation, or urban forestry and 1 year of experience.

 

Pay: Starts at $49,363.00/year. Benefits.                                              Job Order # DF7972926

 

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Job Title: RN Case Manager                                                                City: Canastota, NY

 

Full time for a home healthcare provider. Duties Administer skilled nursing care to patients requiring professional nursing service. Teach and supervise the family and other members of the nursing team. Requirements: Associate’s degree in Nursing required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. Current, valid RN license required along with at least one year of home care experience.

Pay: $70,000.00 To 82,500.00/year. Benefits.                                        Job Order # DF7973632

 

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Featured Jobs, Hiring Events and Learning/Training Opportunities - April 12, 2024

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April showers seem to have arrived, bringing with them opportunities for finding new jobs and learning new skills. 

FEATURED JOBS

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-08-2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/9/2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-10-2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-11-2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-12-2024

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TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

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