DYK the NYS Department of Labor offers a variety of helpful workshops online every weekday?

Plus you can speak with an Employment Counselor too!

Oct 30

1 pm - Job Fair Preparation

Oct 31

11 am - Spanish: Roadmap to Getting Hired
1 pm - Salary Negotiation

Nov 1

11 am - Networking
11 am - An Overview of ACCES-VR Services
1 pm - NYSDOL Resources 101

Nov 2

11 am - Career Assessment & Exploration
11 am  - Using Age to your Advantage
1 pm  - Managing Job Loss and Moving On

Nov 3

11 am  - Chat with an Employment Counselor

See More Opportunities and Register Here

Starting Friday, November 17, 2023, Herkimer Working Solutions will be hosting mini job fairs once a month, highlighting 4-6 local employers and their open positions.

Each month, there will be a “preview day” the week prior to the event to prepare job seekers, this session will be held on Thursday, November 9th from 2-3pm.

Both the job fair and the preview day will take place at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, located at 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer.

See Attending Businesses/Download November Flyer

Questions? Contact 

Nicole Wilson
315-867-1400

The Defense Finance and Accounting Service Center is recruiting to fill positions for Accounting Technicians and Contact Representatives.

These entry-level federal jobs support America’s Heroes by resolving issues related to their travel pay and financial information. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in Customer Care, Finance or Accounting who want to serve those who defend America.

•Training and equipment will be made available.

•DFAS offers great benefits, and opportunities for education and advancement.

•This position is eligible for local telework near the duty station of the position, subject to management review and approval.

To help candidates successfully apply for these jobs, a "Get Hired at DFAS" webinar will be offered on: Wednesday, October 25th at 5:00 PM

DFAS staff will provide information to assist applicants in understanding how to effectively navigate the online application process. Learn how to make sure your skills stand out in the online application process so you can advance to the interview stage for DFAS hiring.

To attend this webinar, register in advance here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MlUQBSuaR-yc3hvV9TDwqQ

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

VIew/Download the Flyer

Read the News Release

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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, October 24, 2023, from 11:00am to 1:00pm

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

>Employers and Job Seekers can chat one-on-one using text or 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/xXv448

(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 Oct. 23rd at 8am.

VIEW/DOWNLOAD THE FLYER

 Registered Businesses as of Oct. 23rd

OTSEGO COUNTY - GOVERNMENT
Bassett Healthcare Network
Springbrook
NYS OPWDD - Broome DDSOO
Birnie Bus Service
Optum: UnitedHealth Group
First Choice Staffing
Community Wellness Partners
Otsego Northern Catskills BOCES
NYSCRC Americorps Seniors - Senior Demonstration Program
LEAF, Inc
Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County
Upstate NY ReEntry Network
Mohawk Valley Health System (Wynn Hospital)
SUNY Delhi
opwdd.ny.gov/career-opportunities
Sysco
Leonard Bus Sales, Inc.
Parratt-Wolff, Inc.
Mohawk Valley Water Authority
Adirondack Bank
Aerotek
Chartwells Dining Services @ Colgate University
Hutchings Psychiatric Center
Brookdale Senior Living
SUNY Morrisville
Emerald Equipment Systems Inc
Sustainable Office Solutions, LLC
Gear Jammerz
New York State Veterans Home at Oxford
Doce Lume Farm/Go Native! perennials LLC
Defense Finance and Accounting Service
Liberty Resources
Corning Incorporated - Oneonta
Janitronics Inc.
UPS
T&K Lumber Company
Center for Family Life and Recovery Inc.
SUNY
HP Hood LLC
Centro
AmeriCorps VISTA
Thompson & Johnson Equipment Co.
Education and Training Resources/Oneonta Job Corps Academy
Janitronics Facility Services Inc.

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Sponsored by the Workforce Development Board's Regional Apprenticeship Development and Readiness (RADAR) Project. The RADAR project advances the U.S. Department of Labor’s efforts to expand and modernize Registered Apprenticeship by increasing the number of programs and apprentices, diversifying the industries that use Registered Apprenticeship and improving the access to and performance of Registered Apprenticeship Programs for underrepresented and underserved communities, with individuals with disabilities as the primary participants. This program is 100% funded by a United States Department of Labor - Employment and Training Administration’s (ETA) award of $2,999,993.

RADAR staff will be available at the job fair to speak with anyone interested in participating in the grant.

The Workforce Development Board and all Working Solutions offices will be closed in observance of the holiday. 

Don't miss this edition of our Workforce Development Board/Working Solutions newsletter! 

We have a new grant to tell you about, plus we're sharing:

Incentives for employers

New learning/training opportunities for job seekers

A new job opportunity at the WDB

Great success stories

Staff news

Upcoming hiring events and featured job opportunities

And lots more...

READ IT HERE

50 Forward Mohawk Valley is Coordinating a Volunteer Tax-Aide Program.

They are looking for compassionate and friendly people to join their volunteer team this upcoming tax season.

They'll provide the training and support to help you learn new skills.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax-filing help to those who need it most.

To volunteer or get more information contact Kari Johnson at 315-223-3973 ext.117 or kjohnson@50forwardmv.org

View/Download the Flyer

See who's looking to HIRE YOU today!

Featured Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/11/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/12/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/13/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/14/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/15/2023

Featured Hiring Events

• 9/20/23-Utica Mini Job Fair at Utica Working Solutions. Participating employers include MVHS, The Grand, Office of Mental Health, Walmart, Department of Corrections and Community Supervision and Pursuit Aerospace. 
• 9/21/23- Giotto Enterprises will be at Herkimer Working Solutions, 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer from 10-12! They will be recruiting for CNC Machine Operators at Fermer Precision in Ilion, mainly looking for 2nd and 3rd shift employees.  This could be a great way to get your start in a growing career field. Stop in and find out more.
• 9/22/23-The United States Postal Service is holding a Hiring Workshop from 10 am to 2 pm at the Post Office at 100 Pitcher Street, Utica, NY. Now hiring City Carrier Assistants - $19.33/hour; Rural Carrier Associates - $19.94/hour; PSE Sales and Services Associates - $20.05/hour. Stop by and apply! 
• 9/26/23-Free Virtual Seven County Job Fair. 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, September 26, 2023, from 11:00am to 1:00pm There will also be staff available from the Workforce Development Board training grant programs to talk to job seekers about how our free programs can help job seekers get started in a satisfying and good paying career. Information and registration link can be found on the Working Solutions website here: https://www.working-solutions.org/news/free-virtual-job-fair-september-26-2023 .

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, September 26, 2023, from 11:00am to 1:00pm

There will also be staff available from our training grant programs to talk to job seekers about how our free 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 or 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/dolGYx

(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 September 25th at 9am.

VIEW/DOWNLOAD THE FLYER

READ THE PRESS RELEASE

Attending Businesses as of Sept. 20th

SNAP-Ed NY
OTSEGO COUNTY - GOVERNMENT
Corning Incorporated - Oneonta
Community Wellness Partners
Knowles Precision Devices
Coalyard Charlie's
Lithia & Driveway
Oneonta Job Corps Academy
Standard Insulating Co.
NYS OPWDD - Broome DDSOO
Springbrook
Arc of Onondaga
National Grid
Brookdale Clinton
Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc.
Human Technologies
Walmart- North Utica
Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County
opwdd.ny.gov
CIRCARE
The Neighborhood Center, Inc.
The New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute
Bassett Healthcare Network
CABVI
Otsego Northern Catskills BOCES
US Census Bureau
First Choice Staffing
White's Farm Supply Inc
UnitedHealth Group
Hutchings Psychiatric Center
UPS
Kunkel Ambulance
Prime Care Coordination
Park Outdoor Advertising of NY, Inc
City of Norwich
International Paper
Birnie Bus Service
Defense Finance and Accounting Service
CRM Rental Management, Inc.
Upstate Caring Partners

_________

Sponsored by the Workforce Development Board's Regional Apprenticeship Development and Readiness (RADAR) Project. The RADAR project advances the U.S. Department of Labor’s efforts to expand and modernize Registered Apprenticeship by increasing the number of programs and apprentices, diversifying the industries that use Registered Apprenticeship and improving the access to and performance of Registered Apprenticeship Programs for underrepresented and underserved communities, with individuals with disabilities as the primary participants. This program is 100% funded by a United States Department of Labor - Employment and Training Administration’s (ETA) award of $2,999,993.

RADAR staff will be available at the job fair to speak with anyone interested in participating in the grant.

Check out these valuable workshops you can take online from the NYS Department of Labor. Plus--you can chat with an Employment Counselor too!

Sept 19

11 am - Going to School to Get Back to Work
11 am - Veterans Services and Resources
1 pm - Salary Negotiation

Sept 20

11 am - Using Age to Your Advantage
1 pm - Reasonable Accommodation: It’s Easier Than You Think
1 pm -  Interviewing Techniques

Sept 21

11 am  - Public Speaking
11 am  - Fostering Access, Rights & Equity (FARE) for Woman Workers
1 pm  - SUNY Microcredentials

Sept 22

11 am  - Chat with an Employment Counselor
1 pm  - Networking

Learn More/Register/See More Opportunities

Mark Your Calendars. There's a lot happening in September!

Featured Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/5/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/6/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/7/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/8/2023

Featured Hiring Events

• 9/11/23-- Carpenters’ Local #277 will hold an information session Carpenters’ Local #277 will hold an information session at the Utica State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, first floor,  at 6 pm. Candidates should use the Genesee Street entrance. This is the first step in becoming a Union Carpenter and earning while you learn in their Apprenticeship Program.
• 9/19/23-Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair from 11 am to 2 pm- More than 1000 open jobs. One is waiting for you!  Register today at https://nysdolvirtual6.easyvirtualfair.com  
• 9/19/23-Bartell Manufacturing Job Fair in Rome- Opportunities for Machinists, Mechanical Assemblers and Industrial Electricians. Stop by between 8 am and 6 pm to find out more. 
• 9/20/23-Utica Mini Job Fair at Utica Working Solutions. Participating employers include MVHS, The Grand, Office of Mental Health, Walmart, Department of Corrections and Community Supervision and Pursuit Aerospace. 
• 9/22/23-The United States Postal Service is holding a Hiring Workshop from 10 am to 2 pm at the Post Office at 100 Pitcher Street, Utica, NY. Now hiring City Carrier Assistants - $19.33/hour; Rural Carrier Associates - $19.94/hour; PSE Sales and Services Associates - $20.05/hour. Stop by and apply! 

• 9/26/23-Free Virtual Seven County Job Fair. Free Virtual Seven County Job Fair. 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, September 26, 2023, from 11:00am to 1:00pm There will also be staff available from the Workforce Development Board training grant programs to talk to job seekers about how our free programs can help job seekers get started in a satisfying and good paying career. Information and registration link can be found on the Working Solutions website here: https://www.working-solutions.org/news/free-virtual-job-fair-september-26-2023 . 

Read about how our free learning/training apprenticeship grant programs can help you get started in a good paying career in a field you love.

PLUS - We have:

A Free virtual job fair on Sept. 26th (Register Now!)

Great new success stories to share with you

Incentives for businesses

New staff to introduce to you

Informative articles

And lots more to share with you...

READ IT HERE

And you chat with an Employment Counselor too!

Sept 5

1 pm - NYSDOL Resources 101
1 pm - Writing Effective Cover Letters

Sept 6

11 am - Career Assessment & Exploration
11 am - An Overview of ACCES-VR Services
1 pm - Job Fair Preparation

Sept 7

11 am - Networking
11 am - SNAP Overview

1 pm Using Age to Your Advantage

Sept 8

11 am Chat with an Employment Counselor

GO HERE to learn more and register-- and see more upcoming opportunities.

The New York State Department of Labor offers free online workshops every week. Plus, you can speak with an Employment Counselor too!

THIS WEEK:

Aug 28

1 pm - Upskilling

Aug 29

11 am - Job Fair Preparation
1 pm - Salary Negotiation

Aug 30

11 am - Interviewing Techniques
1 pm - Spanish: Roadmap to Getting Hired
1 pm - Learn New Skills with Coursera

Aug 31

11 am  - Transferable Skills
11 am  - Networking
1 pm  - Managing Job Loss & Moving On

Sept 1

1 pm  - Chat with an Employment Counselor

Learn More/Sign Up/See More Events

View September Workshops

We've got of new events and opportunities this week!

Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 8/21/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 8/22/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 8/24/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 8/25/2023

Hiring Events

• 8/31/23-Sangertown Square Mall is hosting the Get Hired! Job Fair from 2 pm to 6 pm in the mall center court. 
• 9/11/23-- Carpenters’ Local #277 will hold an information session at the Utica State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, first floor,  at 6 pm. Candidates should use the Genesee Street entrance. This is the first step in becoming a Union Carpenter and earning while you learn in their Apprenticeship Program. 
• 9/19/23-Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair-Save the Date!
• 9/20/23-Utica Mini Job Fair at Utica Working Solutions. Participating employers include MVHS, The Grand, Office of Mental Health, Walmart, Department of Corrections and Community Supervision and Pursuit Aerospace. Watch this space for more information.

Ongoing Hiring:

• Pratt & Whitney HMI Interview Day in Clayville, NY is each Wednesday; Must apply online at https://www.Careers.RTX.com and receive invite from business.
• Walmart in Utica and New Hartford is holding open interviews on Tuesdays at 5 pm at the Utica Walmart and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 am at the New Hartford Walmart.
• Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center is hiring Food Service and Environmental Services workers. No experience needed. To find out more call 315-738-4425.

And you can speak one-on-one with a Career Counselor too!

Aug 21

11 am - Going to School to Get Back to Work
1 pm - Communication Skills
1pm - Job Search Strategies

Aug 22

11 am - Social Media featuring LinkedIn
11 am - Veterans Services & Resources
1 pm - The Power of Positivity

Aug 23

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

Aug 24

11 am  - Resume Development
1 pm SUNY Microcredentials for Direct Support Professionals
1 pm Fostering Access, Rights & Equity (FARE) for Women Workers

Aug 25

11 am Chat with an Employment Counselor

LEARN MORE/SIGN UP

See More Upcoming Events Here

Don't Miss the Valley Health Service recruitment this Thursday, August 24th, from 10am to Noon, at the Herkimer Working Solutions office (320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer).

MANY OPENINGS AVAILABLE
Resident Assistants
Resident Assistants/Nurse Aide Trainee’s
CNAs (must be NYS certified)
LPNs (must have NYS license)
Per-diem RNs (must have NYS license)
11-7 RN Supervisor (must have NYS license & at least 1 yr supervision experience)
Housekeepers (VHS and VRS)
Dietary Aides (Need day shift 6a-2p)
Food Service Manager (11:30a-7:30p)
Maintenance Worker
Social Worker (Must have a Bachelor’s Degree)

View/Download the Flyer

Bassett Healthcare Navigator on site at each of these events to assist with health insurance.

Questions? Call 315-867-1400

Entry-level pay starts at $20 per hour and increases from there depending on experience.

Vecino Construction Group is hiring immediately for entry-level general laborer ACTION Squad teammates!

ACTION (Advancing Construction Trades in Our Neighborhoods) is a unique part of Vecino Construction. The program helps locate and provide an opportunity in construction to individuals who might otherwise find it difficult to apply and get started. The ACTION Squad is the starting place for a job and—potentially—a career in construction.

WHEN: Tuesday, August 22nd, from 10:00am to Noon

WHERE: 700 Broad Street, Utica, NY

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements include:
• High School diploma
• OSHA 10 training

The role of the Laborer is to execute general construction labor tasks as assigned by the Superintendent, Project Manager and/or Project Executive. Other duties will include day to day punch lists and projects, along with enforcing OSHA standard safety protocol.

Learn More About Job Responsibilities. *This position does not require a driver's license or travel. 

Learn More About the Vecino Construction Group entry-level ACTION (Advancing Construction Trades in Our Neighborhoods) Squad opportunity. 

(Must be 18 or older to apply.)

Read the Press Release

Plus, you can chat with an Employment Counselor too!

Aug 14

11 am - Learning About Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
11 am - Resume Tips & Tricks for those with Justice Involvement
1pm - Roadmap to Getting Hired

Aug 15

11 am - SUNY For All- Online Training Center
11 am - Self-Motivation
1 pm - Career Assessment & Exploration

Aug 16
11 am - Using Age to Your Advantage
1 pm - Transferable Skills
1 pm An Overview of ACCES-VR Services

Aug 17

11 am Advanced Resume Development/Skills Based Resume Writing
1 pm Networking
1 pm SUNY Microcredentials

Aug 18

1 pm Chat with an Employment Counselor

LEARN MORE/SIGN UP

See More Upcoming Events Here

Have you ever wondered how something was made?

Do you want a career in a growing tech industry?

This 72-hour course introduces a wide-range of manufacturing processes, including safety, CNC Machining, hand tool usage, robotics, and lean manufacturing. Training will include skills that will help you grow professionally. Come learn about new job opportunities in the field!

Course details and learning outcomes:

No cost to participate.

Classes run Sept. 19th - Dec. 14th, 2023 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM.Tuesday classes are in-person at MVCC - Rome Campus. Thursday classes are online.

A $1,000 stipend will be given to participants that complete the course.

In this course, you will learn interview skills, how to set-up your LinkedIn account, and visit local manufacturer sites.

LEARN MORE/HOW TO REGISTER/DOWNLOAD THE FLYER