This position will serve as a member of the Family Development Team of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County. This Program Assistant will provide program coordination and support to the Family Development program.

The individual will provide administrative support services such as, compiling existing materials into educational packets; maintaining inventory of educational resources; and providing administrative tasks for the program. This position will provide data entry of participant data requiring confidentiality. The Family Development Program Assistant will provide information to participants regarding other Extension programs, community agencies, and services as needed. Will appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public.

Requirements: Associate Degree in Human Services or related field (High School Diploma/GED and one year transferrable program/functional experience may substitute) Experience relevant to the role of the position.

Paid time off includes 12 Vacation days, 15 Sick days, 4 Personal days, 12 Holidays, and 2 Floating Holidays annually.

The hourly rate for this position is $19.00.

Go here to learn more and how to apply

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Office Assistant II - 2024

Office Manager - 2024

For your information:

The actual postings, informational page and application can be found, as well, on our web site: http://herkimercounty.org

That will bring you to our home page - then choose Employment (Personnel/Civil Service will drop down)

Select - Personnel/Civil Service

Scroll to the middle of the page

From the boxes you can select:

"Current Examinations" - click the “learn more” box to pull up the exam and its announcement.
“Examination Information” – click the “learn more” box to access upcoming exams and the application for all exams.

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: Military Pay Technician                                                        City: Rome, NY

Full time, for a federal agency serving the military.  Duties: Establish, maintain, review, process, and close payroll accounts for retired armed forces personnel. Requirements: MUST have related financial experience AND/OR a related financial degree. Examples include Finance, Accounting, Management, Actuarial Science, or related. Application deadline is March 1, 2024.

Pay: $ 39,576.00-$ 57,354.00/year. Benefits.                                         Job Order # NY1488275

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Job Title: Coordinator of Assessment and Academic Programming   City: Utica, NY

Full time for a local college. Duties: Co-coordinate with the Department of Corrections Educational Supervisor to develop and deliver college curriculum to students in the prison system. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and experience in assessment. NYS driver's license and background check required.

Experience with higher education IT, data systems and relational databases preferred.

Pay: $53,734. Benefits.                                                                         Job Order # NY1490497

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Job Title: Electrical Engineer 1                                                            City:  Rome, NY

Full time for a business that manufactures industrial machinery. Duties: Design new products or re-design existing products for schematics, control cabinets, and layouts, Requirements: Bachelor of Science or better in Electrical Engineering or related field OR 10 years as technician / designer. Knowledge of PLC’s, AC and DC drives, motion controls and operator interface units required.

Pay: $65,000/year. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DF7718017

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Job Title: Youth Advocate                                                                    City: Utica, NY

Full time for a program that helps at-risk teens to complete school and find employment. Duties: Provide support and mentoring services to an assigned caseload of youth. Requirements: High School Diploma or the equivalent and 3 years’ experience in human services, childhood or youth development, student mentoring, workforce development, or coaching adolescent youth. Valid NYS driver’s license required.

Pay: $15.74-$23.60/hour. Sign on bonus. Benefits.                              Job Order # DF7708726

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Job Title: Accountant                                                                           City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for an artisan bread bakery. Duties: Perform bookkeeping duties including maintaining accurate financial records and preparing various financial reports using QuickBooks and NetSuite. Requirements: High school diploma and 3 years of accounting experience. Knowledge in double-entry bookkeeping and general ledger reconciliation required.

Pay: $16.00-$20.00.00/hour. Benefits.                                                  Job Order # NY1490435

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Job Title: Office Manager                                                                     City: Oneida, NY

Full time for a web based, retro and modern restaurant furniture sales business. Duties: Take phone and email orders.  Set up appointments for the business’s contracting companies and apartment rentals. Requirements: 5 years of Quick Books On-line experience and 5 years. A/P and A/R experience required. Must be proficient with online QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Pay: $19.00-$22.00/hour.                                                                      Job Order # NY1490408

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Job Title: Building and Grounds Attendant                                          City: Marcy, NY           

Full time for a state power authority. Duties: Clean washrooms, move office furniture, equipment and supplies, mow lawns, maintain ditches and road embankments, and perform general cleanup work along roads and parking areas.  Requirements: Must be physically capable of performing all required job duties.

Pay: $21.54/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order# DF7715808

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Job Title: Sales Associate                                                                    City: Utica, NY

Part time for a company that is a global leader in the sale of premium sunglasses. The sales kiosk is located in a popular outdoor sporting goods store. Job Duties: Help customers find premium quality eyewear while delivering on sales plans and company objectives. Requirements: High School Diploma or the equivalent. Customer service or sales experience required.

Pay: $15.00-$17.42/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order # DF7707359 

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Job Title: LPN                                                                                      City: Herkimer, NY

Full time, day shift, for a rehabilitation and nursing center. Job Duties: Provide direct and indirect nursing care individualized to each patient’s needs. Requirements: Graduation from a Licensed Practical Nurse program and current NYS Licensure as a Practical Nurse or a valid interim permit required. Must complete BLS certification within 6 months of hire.

Pay: $19.38-$25.00/hour. Sign on bonus. Benefits.                              Job Order # DF7703508

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Job Title: Deputy City Clerk                                                                 City: Oneida, NY

Full time for the local city government. Duties: Perform specialized clerical work, involving the receipt, processing, and filing of various legal documents. Requirements: High school diploma and

the ability to use common office software programs including word processing and spreadsheets. Must have the ability to obtain a Notary Public License.

 Pay: $42,000 - $46,000. Benefits.                                                         Job Order # NY1488315 

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It’s close enough to springtime that Job Fairs and training opportunities are popping up everywhere!

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 2/27/24- Madison County Working Solutions, Canastota Public Schools and the Canastota Public Library are hosting an in-person Job Fair from 10 am to 12 pm at the Canastota Public Library, 102 W Center St, Canastota, NY 13032.  Hope to see you there!
• 2/27/24-The Workforce Development Board’s RADAR Grant is hosting a Free 7 County Virtual Job Fair from 11 am to 1 pm.  Register today at https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/8wpYld 
• 3/1/24- Oneida County Employment Readiness Job Fair 9 am to 12 pm at the Oneida County Office Building, 800 Park Avenue Utica NY 13501-Open to the public-All are welcome. 
• 3/4/24- Carpenter’s Local #277 is hiring both apprentice and journeyman carpenters. With lots of big construction projects coming up in the local area, this is a great opportunity to earn good money while you learn skills that will last a lifetime. Don’t miss the Apprenticeship Information Session Monday, March 4, 2024, at 6 pm in the first- floor conference room at the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street. Please be on time and use the Genesee Street entrance. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

• Herkimer BOCES will be hosting English as a Second Language classes at The Frank J. Basloe Public Library every Monday and Wednesday, 3:30-5:30pm. They will also be hosting classes Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30-5:30 at the Herkimer BOCES Remington Complex in the Adult Literacy Office. Classes are free and no appointment is necessary to attend, individuals do not have to attend every class in order to participate. If people are interested in learning more, they can contact Hanka Grabovica at 315-867-2085 or hgrabovica@herkimer-boces.org
• Free Computer Training at Herkimer Working Solutions from Northstar Digital Literacy has been extended. These courses are perfect for people with very basic computer skills, struggling to job search in the digital age, or looking to learn more about Microsoft/Google programs! No appointment necessary! Learn Basic Computer Skills , Internet Basics,  Career Search Skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. Join Us at Herkimer Working Solutions for an Information Session! When? Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month Where? 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer Time? 2pm Sessions will last approximately 1 hour. Attendees will get set up with a Northstar account and will be given an overview of the program, along with completion options. Walk-ins welcome *Please bring photo ID for career center registration HERKIMER WORKING SOLUTIONS 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer, NY 13350 315-867-1400.
• Spring Training!- Get on the fast track to a new career with MVCC’s Free FastTrack Career Exploration. Robotic, Automation and Manufacturing, Welding, Certified Nurse Aide, Pharmacy Technician, Cybersecurity, NYS Security Guard Certificate.  To enroll and for more information, visit mvcc.edu/fast or contact Terésa Fava-Schram at tfavaschram@mvcc.edu.
• 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.
• February and March--Women’s Employment and Resource Center is offering free computer skills training to unemployed and under employed women who are actively seeking work. Call or email to reserve a spot. (315)724-1718 ext. 104 ; info@empoweredpathwayscny.org . 
• February and March-Financial Empowerment Education. Learn how to improve your overall financial wellness and establish confidence in your financial future. Free education sessions in February and March provided by the Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency. Please call 315-624-9930 to register for sessions today!
• April through June- Advance 2 Apprenticeship is offering free Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Training at MVCC.

Free online workshops from the NYS Department of Labor

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: Hotel General Manager                                                        City: Verona, NY

Full time, for a national hotel brand. Duties: Manage the operation of the hotel to ensure that revenues and profits are maximized. Requirements: Minimum of 5 years past General Manager experience. BS or BA in hotel management or business is preferred. Certified Hospitality Manager certification preferred. Computer skills, training skills, and financial skills are required.

Pay: $70,000-$75,000/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF7674256

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Job Title: Resident Counselor                                                             City: Utica, NY

Full time for a residence for people with intellectual disabilities and medically complex conditions. Duties: Assist with daily living activities and facilitate recreational group outings. Requirements: High-school diploma or equivalent required. 6-month experience preferred.  Must be able to obtain OPWDD medication administration certification. Current NYS driver's license and background check required.

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # DF7678782  

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Job Title: Quality Engineer 1                                                               City:  Utica, NY

Full time for a medical device manufacturer. Duties: Investigate process and product issues. Resolve difficult quality problems on products, processes, and materials. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and up to 2-years’ experience in a medical, mechanical, or electrical production, test, or inspection environment. Must understand quality improvement tools and techniques.

Pay: $ $67,760- $97,640/year. Benefits.                                                Job Order # DF7679796 

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Job Title: Ground person                                                                     City: Oriskany Falls, NY

Full time for an aggregate company’s Portable Plant facility. Duties: Responsible for maintaining the plant areas, assisting in the production process, and helping with maintenance tasks. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.  1-2 years of general labor and maintenance experience required. Prior experience working in a construction environment highly desired. Heavy lifting required.

Pay: $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # DF7667638

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Job Title: Meat Cutter                                                                           City: Little Falls, NY

Full time, for a grocery store’s meat department. Duties: Cut and prepare meat using knives, saws, cubers and grinders. Ensure proper wrapping, weighing, and labeling and adhere to proper sanitation and temperature guidelines.  Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age and be able to pass a cutting test. Must be able to work in a cold environment and lift up to 75 lbs. Customer service experience a plus.

Pay: $19.00-$22.50.00/hour. Benefits.                                                  Job Order # DF7670307

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Job Title: Manual Machine Operator                                                    City: Canastota, NY

Full time, for a local machine shop. Duties: Operate and maintain manual milling machines and band saws. Adjust machines as needed for changeovers and different functions. Operate forklift and overhead crane system. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to read blueprints and drawings, stand for long periods of time, lift 75lbs and endure repetitive motion.

Pay: $19.00-$30.00/hour.                                                                      Job Order # NY1487650

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Job Title: Fuel Attendant Technician                                                   City: Camden, NY       

Full time for a trucking company. Duties: Fuel, wash, and detail vehicles. Perform multi-point inspection on inbound units. Move heavy duty vehicles in the lot. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent preferred along with Two (2) years or more of related work experience. Valid Class A CDL preferred.  Must be able to obtain a CDL within 6 months after hire.

Pay: $21.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order# DF7665950

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Job Title: Grant Writer                                                                         City: Utica, NY

Full time for a human services agency. Job Duties: Research and identify grants. Prepare grant proposals and ensure timely submission. Maintain accurate record of past and present grant opportunities, deadlines, and proposals.  Requirements: Bachelor's degree and previous experience in grant writing required. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite tools.

Pay: $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                   Job Order # DF7666571

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Job Title: Graphic Designer                                                                 City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for an agency that serves people with disabilities. Job Duties: Design artwork and layouts for catalogs, booklets, forms, and digital marketing materials. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design and two years professional experience or Associate's degree and three years professional experience. Must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and Constant Contact.

Pay: Starts at $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF7687290

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Job Title: Tool & Mold Design Engineer                                              City: Oneida, NY

Full time for a company that manufactures molded plastic products. Duties: Use computer-assisted design (CAD) software to create preliminary and detailed drawings of tools and molds. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering required, Master's degree preferred. Must have a minimum of five years of engineering and/or tool maker journeyman level experience.

 Pay: $60,000-$110,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # DF7690549

Mark your calendars!

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 2/21/24- from 1 pm to 3 pm The New York State Department of Labor is partnering with the Utica Public Library for an in-person job fair. Our Virtual Reality team will be there demonstrating our new VR Career Exploration headsets. Ever wondered what it’s like to be a paramedic or work in a chip-fab plant? You can try it out at our next job fair at the Utica Public Library 303 Genesee Street Utica, 13501. We hope to see you there!
• 2/22/24-The Central/Mohawk Valley Virtual Career Fair is happening LIVE from 11 am to 2 pm.  PRE-REGISTER TODAY: https://nysdolvirtual6.easyvirtualfair.com
• 2/27/24-The Workforce Development Board’s RADAR Grant is hosting a Free 7 County Virtual Job Fair from 11 am to 1 pm.  Register today at https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/8wpYld 
• 3/1/24- Oneida County Employment Readiness Job Fair - 9 am to 12 pm at the Oneida County Office Building, 800 Park Avenue Utica NY 13501-Open to the public-All are welcome. 
• 3/4/24- Carpenter’s Local #277 is hiring both apprentice and journeyman carpenters. With lots of big construction projects coming up in the local area, this is a great opportunity to earn good money while you learn skills that will last a lifetime. Don’t miss the Apprenticeship Information Session Monday, March 4, 2024, at 6 pm in the first- floor conference room at the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street. Please be on time and use the Genesee Street entrance. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

• Herkimer BOCES will be hosting English as a Second Language classes at The Frank J. Basloe Public Library every Monday and Wednesday, 3:30-5:30pm. They will also be hosting classes Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30-5:30 at the Herkimer BOCES Remington Complex in the Adult Literacy Office. Classes are free and no appointment is necessary to attend, individuals do not have to attend every class in order to participate. If people are interested in learning more, they can contact Hanka Grabovica at 315-867-2085 or hgrabovica@herkimer-boces.org
• Free Computer Training at Herkimer Working Solutions from Northstar Digital Literacy has been extended. These courses are perfect for people with very basic computer skills, struggling to job search in the digital age, or looking to learn more about Microsoft/Google programs! No appointment necessary! Learn Basic Computer Skills , Internet Basics,  Career Search Skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. Join Us at Herkimer Working Solutions for an Information Session! When? Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month Where? 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer Time? 2pm  -Sessions will last approximately 1 hour. Attendees will get set up with a Northstar account and will be given an overview of the program, along with completion options. Walk-ins welcome *Please bring photo ID for career center registration HERKIMER WORKING SOLUTIONS 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer, NY 13350 315-867-1400.
• Spring Training!- Get on the fast track to a new career with MVCC’s Free FastTrack Career Exploration. Robotic, Automation and Manufacturing, Welding, Certified Nurse Aide, Pharmacy Technician, Cybersecurity, NYS Security Guard Certificate. To enroll and for more information, visit mvcc.edu/fast or contact Terésa Fava-Schram at tfavaschram@mvcc.edu.
• 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.
• February and March--Women’s Employment and Resource Center is offering free computer skills training to unemployed and under employed women who are actively seeking work. Call or email to reserve a spot. (315)724-1718 ext. 104 ; info@empoweredpathwayscny.org . 
• February and March-Financial Empowerment Education. Learn how to improve your overall financial wellness and establish confidence in your financial future. Free education sessions in February and March provided by the Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency.  Please call 315-624-9930 to register for sessions today!
• April through June- Advance 2 Apprenticeship is offering free Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Training at MVCC. 

Department: Public Health

Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
Permanent, Full Time position
Salary: $46,000.00 (2024 base pay rate)

See Details:

Herkimer County LPN PH 021624

Examination Open to the Public

FILING DEADLINE –-
Applications must be received or postmarked by: March 18, 2024

Salary: $52,000 per year (2024 Base Salary).

View details at link:

Population Health Specialist 2024

Date of Examination: March 23, 2024

Examination # 87218

The  posting, informational page and application can be found here: http://herkimercounty.org

That will bring you to the home page - then choose Employment (Personnel/Civil Service will drop down)

Select - Personnel/Civil Service

Scroll to the middle of the page

From the boxes you can select:

"Examinations - currently announced"

That will bring you to all the pertinent information.

Application Deadline: March 15, 2024

Assistant Motor Vehicle Bureau Supervisor #88-028 (OC)

Assistant Motor Vehicle Bureau Supervisor #73-063 (PROM)

Senior Motor Vehicle Representative #86-104 (OC)

Senior Motor Vehicle Representative #73-333 (PROM)

Examination Date: May 4, 2024

https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/exams

All businesses and job seekers in the following counties are invited to register: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego counties.

The job fair will take place Tuesday, February 27th, from 11am to 1pm.

There will also be staff available from our training grant programs to talk to job seekers about how our free grant programs can help job seekers get started in a satisfying and good paying career.

>Employers and Job Seekers can chat one-on-one using text and can also meet over video

>Comprehensive reporting features for both employers and job seekers

>Easy-to-use Premier Virtual Job Fair platform

Register today! The combined registration link for businesses and job seekers is:

https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/8wpYld

(Businesses select: "Organization"
Job Seekers select: "Attendee")

If you have previously attended one of our Premier Virtual Job Fair platform job fairs, select "Log In"

Job Seekers can log in to "preview" the job opportunities on February 26th at 8am. (There will be no representatives in employer booths during the preview period.) 

View/Download the Flyer

Read the Press Release

Businesses registered as of February 22nd:

Centro
Masonic Care Community
CIRCARE
Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County
www.kelberman.org
Resource Center for Independent Living
Mohawk Valley Community College
OTSEGO COUNTY - GOVERNMENT
NYS OPWDD - Broome DDSOO
Working Solutions
Bluefors Cryocooler Technologies, Inc.
Kamp Kiwanis
First Choice Staffing
Education and Training Resources/Oneonta Job Corps Academy
opwdd.ny.gov/career-opportunities
Sysco
Pathfinder Village
Lithia & Driveway
Human Technologies
Springbrook
sitrin.com
Arc of Onondaga
Kool KIdz Daycare Center
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES
Sonbyrne Sales Inc./Byrne Dairy & Deli Retail Stores
Nurse Connection Staffing
Turnpoint Services
Center for Family Life and Recovery Inc
Northland Communications
CCI Companies, Inc.
CABVI
HP Hood LLC
Upstate Caring Partners
Seniors Helping Seniors(R)
UPS
Colgate University
Holbrook Heating Inc.
DUMAC Business Systems, Inc.
American Medical Response
Bassett Healthcare Networok
St. Josephs Health
CrestHill Suites
Green Empire Farms

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The RADAR grant project is 100% funded by a United States Department of Labor - Employment and Training Administration’s (ETA) award of $2,999,993. Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. To learn more about this grant project, go here.

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: Front Gate Associate                                                            City: Rome, NY

Full time, for a company that manufactures copper products. Duties: Receive scrap metal trucks. Coordinate the entrance and exit of suppliers and contractors and the exit of finished good shipments. Requirements: Associates Degree or experience in a related field. Experience interacting with customers, or the public required. Must have computer skills and be able to work off shift as needed.

Pay: $40,000-$50,000/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF7636308

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Job Title: Peer Specialist                                                                     City: Utica, NY

Full time for a human service agency serving people in recovery. Duties: Mentor clients in areas that support recovery such as effective communication, self-care, self-advocacy, and conflict resolution. Requirements: Must be at least 18 with a high school diploma or the equivalent. Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) or NYS Certified Peer Specialist or provisional status must be attained within 90-days.

Pay: $18.00-$20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order # DF7633727

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Job Title: Executive Team Leader                                                        City:  New Hartford, NY

Full time for a large department store. Duties: Manage the Food & Beverage department including replenishment, inventory, presentation, pricing, and promotional signing for all general merchandise areas of the store. Requirements: A 4-year degree or equivalent experience. Strong interest and knowledge of the Food & Beverage business and strong communication skills required.

Pay: $60,000 - $120,000/year. Benefits.                                                Job Order # DF7633116    

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Job Title: WIC Qualified Nutritionist                                                    City: Utica, NY

Full time for a community action agency. Duties: Provide nutrition counseling and education to participants in both individual and group settings Travel to other Tri-County WIC offices as needed.  Requirements: At least a Bachelors or Masters in Nutrition. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is preferred.

Pay: $23.50/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # NY1487330 

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Job Title: HVAC Worker                                                                       City: Richfield Springs, NY

Full time, for an electrical contractor. Duties: Install, maintain and repair residential and light commercial heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment. Requirements: Experience preferred.  Must be able to follow directions and be willing to learn. Valid driver's license required.

Pay: $18.00-$25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order # NY1487091

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Job Title: Grill Cook                                                                             City: Hamilton, NY

Full time, Friday thru Tuesday 3pm-11pm shift for a local restaurant. Duties: Prepare food to order, maintain clean and sanitary work area. Requirements: Must have flexibility in scheduling. Must be a reliable, self-starter, willing to cooperate with others and take direction from management.

Must be able to walk for long periods of times, lift up to ten pounds, and stand for long periods of time.

Pay: $20.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1486939   

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Job Title: Entry Level Computer Engineer                                           City: Utica, NY

Full time for a small, established research-oriented engineering firm. Duties: Perform a variety of roles including customer relations, computer system architecture design, and software development based on customer specifications. Requirements: Bachelor of Science degree in computer engineering, computer science or a related field. Must have or be eligible for a Department of Defense security clearance.

Pay: $70,000-$80,000/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order# DF7648697 

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Job Title: Forklift Operator                                                                   City: Sangerfield, NY

Full time for a company that builds manufactured housing. Job Duties: Load materials into vehicles and install strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent damage in transit. Convey materials from storage or work sites to designated areas.  Requirements: Previous Forklift Operator experience preferred. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment desired. Must have a current Forklift Certification.

Pay: $15.00-$25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order # DF7643075

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Job Title: Senior Inventory Clerk                                                         City: Little Falls, NY

Full time for a local health care system. Job Duties: Assure all supplies and equipment are accurately received, stocked, distributed, and shipped. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent highly preferred. Minimum 3 years warehouse or healthcare inventory supply management experience required. Must have valid NYS driver’s license.

Pay: $16.65-$24.97/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order # DF7625560

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Job Title: Quality Manager                                                                   City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time for a company that produces highly engineered capacitors and microwave components. Duties: Lead continuous improvement and optimization of all quality related plant processes. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or the equivalent or 10 plus years progressive work experience in a similar field, preferably within Defense or Aerospace industries.

 Pay: $90,000-$140,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # DF7653822

More opportunities for you!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The Workforce Development Board is Hiring Case Managers in Utica for our Grant Projects!

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Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 2/8/2024

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 2/9/2024

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 2/16/24 Herkimer Working Solutions will be hosting their next Mini Job Fair Friday February 16^th from 1 pm to 3 pm at 320 N. Prospect Street Herkimer.  Meet with recruiters from Tractor Supply Distribution Center, ICAN, Herkimer County Sheriff’s Office, RCIL, Staffworks and Durham Bus Services to talk about your next career move. Learn More
• 2/21/24- from 1 pm to 3 pm The New York State Department of Labor is partnering with the Utica Public Library for an in-person job fair. Our Virtual Reality team will be there demonstrating our new VR Career Exploration headsets. Ever wondered what it’s like to be a paramedic or work in a chip-fab plant? You can try it out at our next job fair at the Utica Public Library 303 Genesee Street Utica, 13501. We hope to see you there!
• 2/22/24-The Central/Mohawk Valley Virtual Career Fair is coming up from 11 am to 2 pm. Check out the flyer for attending businesses and PRE-REGISTER TODAY: https://nysdolvirtual6.easyvirtualfair.com
• 2/27/24-The Workforce Development Board’s RADAR Grant is hosting a Free 7 County Virtual Job Fair from 11 am to 1 pm.  Register today at https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/8wpYld 
• 3/4/24- Carpenter’s Local #277 is hiring both apprentice and journeyman carpenters. With lots of big construction projects coming up in the local area, this is a great opportunity to earn good money while you learn skills that will last a lifetime. Don’t miss the Apprenticeship Information Session Monday, March 4, 2024, at 6 pm in the first- floor conference room at the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street. Please be on time and use the Genesee Street entrance. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

• Herkimer BOCES will be hosting English as a Second Language classes at The Frank J. Basloe Public Library every Monday and Wednesday, 3:30-5:30pm. They will also be hosting classes Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30-5:30 at the Herkimer BOCES Remington Complex in the Adult Literacy Office. Classes are free and no appointment is necessary to attend, individuals do not have to attend every class in order to participate. If people are interested in learning more, they can contact Hanka Grabovica at 315-867-2085 or hgrabovica@herkimer-boces.org
• Free Computer Training at Herkimer Working Solutions from Northstar Digital Literacy has been extended. These courses are perfect for people with very basic computer skills, struggling to job search in the digital age, or looking to learn more about Microsoft/Google programs! No appointment necessary! Learn Basic Computer Skills , Internet Basics,  Career Search Skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. Join Us at Herkimer Working Solutions for an Information Session! When? Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month Where? 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer Time? 2pm Sessions will last approximately 1 hour. Attendees will get set up with a Northstar account and will be given an overview of the program, along with completion options. Walk-ins welcome *Please bring photo ID for career center registration HERKIMER WORKING SOLUTIONS 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer, NY 13350 315-867-1400.
• 2/13/24-Advance 2 Apprenticeship Zoom Information Session. Zoom link here
• Spring Training!- Get on the fast track to a new career with MVCC’s Free FastTrack Career Exploration. Robotic, Automation and Manufacturing, Welding, Certified Nurse Aide, Pharmacy Technician, Cybersecurity, NYS Security Guard Certificate. To enroll and for more information, visit mvcc.edu/fast or contact Terésa Fava-Schram at tfavaschram@mvcc.edu.
• 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.
• February and March--Women’s Employment and Resource Center is offering free computer skills training to unemployed and under employed women who are actively seeking work. Call or email to reserve a spot. (315)724-1718 ext. 104 ; info@empoweredpathwayscny.org . 
• February and March-Financial Empowerment Education. Learn how to improve your overall financial wellness and establish confidence in your financial future. Free education sessions in February and March provided by the Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency.  Please call 315-624-9930 to register for sessions today!
• April through June- Advance 2 Apprenticeship is offering free Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Training at MVCC. 

Free online workshops from the NYS Department of Labor

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: Mechanic                                                                              City: Utica, NY

Full time, for a local bus company. Duties: Drive busses into work bays and perform maintenance and repairs. Requirements: High School Diploma or GED and at least 2 years of related experience. Technical training is a plus. Must have a clean valid NYS Driver's License and be able to obtain a Class B license within 6 months of employment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 80lbs and have your own tools.

Pay: $28.09/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # NY1486380

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Job Title: Operations Service Manager                                                City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a discount department store. Duties: Manage the Customer Service and Cashier teams. Provide guidance to the Customer Service Supervisors. Manage the overall execution of operations and receiving. Requirements: At least 3 years of Retail Management or Store Operations experience. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, lift up to 40 lbs. and use scheduling and reporting computer software.

Pay: $23.10-$32.55/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order # DF7585259

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Job Title: Heat Treat Apprentice                                                          City:  Oriskany, NY

Full time, 2^nd shift at a heat treatment facility for the Aircraft and Industrial Gas Turbine industry.  Duties: Operate heat treating furnaces using standard heat-treating charts, where cycle time, temperature and methods are largely repetitive. Requirements: Must be able to read and understand work instructions and use measuring instruments to ensure customer orders are dimensionally accurate.

Pay: $19.00-$21.00/hour. Sign on bonus. Benefits.                              Job Order # DF7591626 

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Job Title: Loading Associate                                                               City: Rome, NY

Full time, first shift, for a manufacturer of exterior building solutions. Duties: This is an entry level position with on-the-job training. Work with hand tools, wrenches, banding equipment, and screw guns. Operate Forklift, Overhead Crane, and Yard Truck. Requirements: Experience in a shipping and loading environment is a plus. Experience operating overhead crane and forklift is helpful but not required.

Pay: Base pay starts at $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                     Job Order # DF7581782

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Job Title: Housekeeper                                                                        City: Little Falls, NY

Full time, for a rehabilitation and nursing center. Duties: Clean and service resident rooms, bathrooms, dining areas, common areas, and offices. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to work cooperatively as part of a team and keep all patient and employee information received confidential.

Pay: $15.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # DF7586795

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Job Title: Global Category Manager                                                    City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time, for a local manufacturer. Duties: Manage supplier performance. Must have a strong background in global supplier management, ideally with experience managing precious metals or dielectric powders. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in business, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field and at least 10 years of experience in supplier management and global sourcing.

Pay: $90,000 - $105,000/year. Benefits.                                                Job Order # DF7590720   

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Job Title: Barista/Customer Service                                                    City: Rome, NY           

Full time, immediate need, for a local café serving breakfast and lunch. Duties: Service customer orders at walk up counter. Accurately handle cash and card transactions. Requirements: Knowledge of coffeehouse style drinks a plus but not necessary. Food service experience required. Must be available to work flexible daytime hours. No Sundays.

Pay: $15.00/hour plus tips.                                                                  Job Order# NY1486824

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Job Title: Accounts Receivable/Payable Supervisor                           City: Utica, NY

Full time for a company that manufactures medical devices. Job Duties: Supervise Accounts Receivable staff. Reconcile daily postings to bank transactions. Contact customers to resolve discrepancies.   Requirements: Associates Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in accounts receivable plus at least 2 years proven history in supervising.

Pay: $55,000-$95,000/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF7615805

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Job Title: Computer Engineering Internships                                      City: Rome, NY

Full time summer internships for a company that specializes in cyber security. Job Duties: Work with a team that does research and development in Defensive Cyber Operations. Requirements: Must be currently pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field and have experience developing in Python, Rust, C/++, REST API, and/or JavaScript+.

Pay: $20.00-$28.00/hour.                                                                     Job Order # DF7611751

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Job Title: Direct Support Professional                                                 City: Canastota, NY

Full time for a local human service agency.  Duties: Assist individuals with activities such as shopping exercising, personal interests, and hobbies. Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent required. Bachelors, Associates, or prior experience preferred. Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to use personal car for transporting individuals.

 Pay: $16.75/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1486768

February is a busy month! Mark your calendars!

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 2/5/24- Carpenter’s Local #277 is hiring both apprentice and journeyman carpenters. With lots of big construction projects coming up in the local area, this is a great opportunity to earn good money while you learn skills that will last a lifetime. Don’t miss the Apprenticeship Information Session Monday, February 5, 2024 at 6 pm in the first- floor conference room at the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street. Please be on time and use the Genesee Street entrance. 
• 2/16/24 Herkimer Working Solutions will be hosting their next Mini Job Fair Friday February 16^th from 1 pm to 3 pm at 320 N. Prospect Street Herkimer.  Learn More
• 2/21/24- from 1 pm to 3 pm NYSDOL is partnering with the Utica Public Library for an in-person job fair. Our Virtual Reality team will be there demonstrating our new VR Career Exploration headsets. Ever wondered what it’s like to be a paramedic or work in a chip-fab plant? You can try it out at our next job fair at the Utica Public Library 303 Genesee Street Utica, 13501. 
• 2/22/24-The Central/Mohawk Valley Virtual Career Fair from 11 am to 2 pm. More info coming soon!

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

• Herkimer BOCES will be hosting English as a Second Language classes at The Frank J. Basloe Public Library every Monday and Wednesday, 3:30-5:30pm. They will also be hosting classes Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30-5:30 at the Herkimer BOCES Remington Complex in the Adult Literacy Office. Classes are free and no appointment is necessary to attend, individuals do not have to attend every class in order to participate. If people are interested in learning more, they can contact Hanka Grabovica at 315-867-2085 or hgrabovica@herkimer-boces.org
• 2/1/24-Free Computer Training at Herkimer Working Solutions from Northstar Digital Literacy has been extended. These courses are perfect for people with very basic computer skills, struggling to job search in the digital age, or looking to learn more about Microsoft/Google programs! No appointment necessary! Learn Basic Computer Skills , Internet Basics,  Career Search Skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. Join Us at Herkimer Working Solutions for an Information Session! When? Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month Where? 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer Time? 2pm Sessions will last approximately 1 hour. Attendees will get set up with a Northstar account and will be given an overview of the program, along with completion options. Walk-ins welcome *Please bring photo ID for career center registration HERKIMER WORKING SOLUTIONS 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer, NY 13350 315-867-1400.
• Spring Training!- Get on the fast track to a new career with MVCC’s Free FastTrack Career Exploration. Robotic, Automation and Manufacturing, Welding, Certified Nurse Aide, Pharmacy Technician, Cybersecurity, NYS Security Guard Certificate. To enroll and for more information, visit mvcc.edu/fast or contact Terésa Fava-Schram at tfavaschram@mvcc.edu.
• 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.
• February and March--Women’s Employment and Resource Center is offering free computer skills training to unemployed and under employed women who are actively seeking work. Call or email to reserve a spot. (315)724-1718 ext. 104 ; info@empoweredpathwayscny.org . 
• February and March-Financial Empowerment Education. Learn how to improve your overall financial wellness and establish confidence in your financial future. Free education sessions in February and March provided by the Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency. Please call 315-624-9930 to register for sessions today!
• April through June Advance 2 Apprenticeship Free Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Training at MVCC. Attend the open house or an online info session!

Are you looking to gain knowledge and skills that will help you jumpstart your career in the exciting field of advanced manufacturing?

Learn about this free program starting April 8th

Sign Up for An Info Session

Contact: brandy_solomon@urmc.rochester.edu

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9am - 12pm ~ Friday ~ March 1, 2024

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800 Park Avenue Utica, NY

Questions? Call 315-798-3688

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We have a lot of great new free learning and hiring opportunities to share with you this month!

Plus - we've got grant program updates to tell you about and new staff members to introduce, and lots more!

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 View details at links.

Assistant Highway Maintenance Supervisor

Custodian

Village Street Superintendent

Application Deadline: February 29, 2024

See details at links:

Assistant Director of Personnel #63-521 (OC)

Director of Personnel #64-349 (OC)

Personnel Technician I #63-275 (OC)

Personnel Technician II #63-293 (OC)

Personnel Technician II #75-321 (PROM)

Personnel Technician III #63-492 (OC)

Personnel Technician III #75-337 (PROM)

Examination Date: April 13, 2024

https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/exams