MVCAA received a grant from Taco Bell Foundation to support direct financial assistance for youth ages 16-24 who are facing barriers to career readiness and gaining interviews.

MVCAA will provide direct financial assistance in the amount of $100 for 70 youth to purchase professional interview attire or any attire that may be needed for work readiness such as scrubs or work boots.

The financial assistance may also include bus passes or cab fare, hygiene products, assistance with obtaining a driver's license, fees for recovering paperwork such as a birth certificate, or any other need that would directly support work readiness.

Their ultimate goal is to help youth ages 16-24 obtain job interviews and ultimately, successful employment.

• Grant recipients must live in either Oneida or Herkimer County
• Grant money will be distributed on a first come first serve basis
• Follow-ups will be required with youth who are helped under this grant

Call (315) 624-9930 Ext. 2262 for more information.

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During the month of April, Madison County Working Solutions will hold office hours at various locations, including local libraries, schools, and the DMV, to make it easier for customers who live near those locations to get services.

• Working Solutions can help job seekers with:
  Job search assistance
  Resume help
  Interviewing tips
  Training opportunities
  And more!

To learn more about the services that Madison County Working Solutions can offer, contact Ellen Bowe: 315-363-2400, ellen.bowe@madisoncounty.ny.gov

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The Workforce Development Board's  Women in Apprenticeships and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) grant is excited to announce this awesome Women in Construction (WIC) event we are partnering in with Empowered Pathways, Gilbane, Hammes, and Mohawk Valley Health System!

This event will take place March 30th from 12:30-2PM and will include a panel of tradespeople and FREE lunch!

To sign up for this event contact Stephanie Heiland at sheiland@working-solutions.org or call 315.207.6951 x110

Tuesday, March 29th 2pm – 6pm

From the organizers: "The Get Hired Job Fair is a convenient opportunity for employers to interview and hire local workers and job seekers to connect with companies who need their skills. Employers from a variety of industries will be in attendance looking for candidates at all skill levels."

The event is in-person, free to job seekers and open to the public.

See a list of participating employers

For more information about business packages/costs, GO HERE. 

Evaluation of Training and Experience To Be Held MARCH 15, 2022 through MAY 2, 2022

Applications MUST Be Submitted By MAY 2, 2022

See Details and How to Apply Here

You're invited to join us for our FREE Women in Apprenticeships and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) virtual career fair!

The Workforce Development Board's Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations grant helps recruit, train, and retain women in quality pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs, and encourages them to pursue apprenticeships and non-traditional occupations. Non-traditional occupations are occupations where women make up 25% or less of the workforce, including but not limited to: trades, information technology (IT), advanced manufacturing, transportation, public safety, agriculture, and more.

Businesses and Job Seekers from the following Counties are invited: Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Montgomery, Oneida, Onondaga, Otsego, Schoharie, St. Lawrence, Tioga and Tompkins counties.

When: Wed., April 13th, from 11am to 1pm.

Businesses Register Here: https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/xDgE7d

Job Seekers Register Here: https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/dnAYo8

Questions? Contact Project Director Stephanie Heiland: Phone: 315.207.6951 x110 or sheiland@working-solutions.org

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Job Seekers: Do you want to build confidence and overcome frustration using your computer in your online job search?

You ’re Invited to attend our Free “Jobs Jump-Start” training series! (Dates to be Determined) at the Rome Working Solutions Center!

Learn new or brush up on BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS, like Word, Email and Zoom!

What will you get?
At the completion of the course you will leave with:

A $50 gift card at the completion of the training series. (You must complete all four days of training to be eligible for the gift card.)
A folder that includes hard copies of your new resume, reflecting the new skills you have gained.
A USB drive to store your new resume in elecronic format.
Submitted job applications.
An appropriate social media presence.
An Email address that is synched to your smart phone.
The confidence to jump-start your search for a new job or career!

Space for this valuable opportunity is limited. If you are interested in attending this class contact Terry Humphries at (315) 356-0662 or email: terryh@workingsolutionsrome.org

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Job Seekers: Do you need some help with your computer skills for your job search?

Would You Like To:
> Learn new or brush up on BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS, like Word, Email and Zoom?
> Learn new techniques for SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEWS?
> Create a NEW RESUME to stand apart from the crowd?
> Learn to NAVIGATE THE INTERNET to find and apply for jobs?

You’re Invited to attend our Free “Jobs Jump-Start” training series- DATES TO BE DETERMINED

What will you get?
At the completion of the course you will leave with:

A $50 gift card at the completion of the training series. (You must complete all four days of training to be eligible for the gift card.)
A folder that includes hard copies of your new resume, reflecting the new skills you have gained.
A USB drive to store your new resume in elecronic format.
Submitted job applications.
An appropriate social media presence.
An Email address that is synched to your smart phone.
The confidence to jump-start your search for a new job or career!

Space for this valuable opportunity is limited. If you are interested in attending this class contact Ellen Bowe at (315) 363-2400 or email: ellen.bowe@madisoncounty.ny.gov

See Class Details Here

We've got a lot of great opportunities to share with you this week!

Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads - 3/7/2022

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads - 3/9/2022

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads - 3/10/2022

Hiring Events

Vernon Downs Job Fair March 14th (View Open Positions Here)

ManthBrownell Hiring Event -Open Interviews - March 17th and 18th - 2022

Herkimer Working Solutions/Herkimer College Job Fair - March 23

Job Seekers: Don't miss this great opportunity to connect in-person with local businesses!

When:  Wednesday March 23rd TIME: 3pm-6pm

PLACE: Robert McLaughlin College Center (RMCC) Herkimer College

Sponsored in partnership between: Herkimer Working Solutions & Herkimer College

VIEW ATTENDING BUSINESSES HERE 

SEE JOB OPPORTUNITIES HERE 

From the New York Association of Training and Emplyment Professionals (NYATEP):

"In honor of Black History Month, we acknowledge the ongoing contributions of African American & African-Caribbean leaders who have demonstrated a commitment to supporting the workforce development system and the economic mobility needs of New Yorkers. We want to thank our Trailblazers for serving as mentors and role models for our emerging workforce and the thousands of clients they serve."

Congratulations, David!

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Don’t miss our March newsletter, we’ve got a lot to share with you this month! New hiring events, learning/training opportunities, workforce news, job opportunities, community resources and lots more

Full and Part time all shifts $14.00 per hour (+9% diff on eves or nights) $15.26 per hour. Exclusively to work as a Security Officer on the Masonic Care Community campus

Free training available to businesses in Oneida, Madison, Herkimer, Onondaga, and Lewis counties. Two-hour program of occupational safety and health training is for those working in manufacturing facilities, general industry, and healthcare, or are looking for work and who may be limited-English or refugees.

The Workforce Development Board Herkimer, Madison & Oneida Counties, Inc. (HMO WDB) is seeking proposals to assist in marketing and brand positioning.

Herkimer County Dept. of Personnel Announces New Public Exams

The Workforce Development Board’s Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) grant will hold an evening career fair on Wednesday, March 9th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.

During the month of March, Madison County Working Solutions will hold office hours at various locations, including local libraries, schools, and the DMV, to make it easier for customers who live near those locations to get services.

Women in Apprenticeships and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) Free Training! Starts Feb. 21st.

Monday, February 21st is Presidents’ Day. All Working Solutions Career Centers and the Workforce Development Board will be closed in observance of the holiday.