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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.

Safe Schools Mohawk Valley is Hiring a Youth Case Manager in Utica

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Full- Time - Salary Range $39,000 - $42,000

Job Description:  Work with at -risk to keep them school. Experience working with you a plus. Knowledge of community services, challenges that face youth, positive role model to kids, teach social skills, resiliency, coping strategies, violence prevention, substance abuse prevention, self-esteem.
Reference/Security Check? Yes
Requires a Physical? Yes
Job is: Full Time
Work Hours: 8am - 3:30pm, M-F
Number of Years of Education Needed? 12 +
Years of Experience Required: 1-2
Will you accept related experience? Yes
Are you on a public transportation route? Yes
Salary Range: $39,000 - $42,000
Pay Frequency: Weekly
Health Insurance? Yes
Dental Insurance? Yes
Paid Vacation? Yes
Sick Leave? Yes
Paid Holidays? Yes
Retirement Plan? Yes

Location: 110 Lomond Court, Utica, NY 13502


To APPLY: Contact Melanie Adams
Email


Description of products or services: We are a not for profit that works with at-risk school aged youth to keep them in school and graduate high school. We train staff in a variety of services and programs we offer to accomplish this goal. Positions will be housed in schools to work with school teams to support kids and families.

 www.safeschoolsmohawkvalley.org

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Featured Job Opportunities and Hiring Events - January 6, 2023

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We've got some great new job and hiring opportunities to share with you this week!

Featured Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 1/3/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 1/4/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 1/5/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 1/6/2023

Upcoming Hiring Events

•Thursday January 12th from 10 am to 12 pm, Wilcor International will be recruiting for Drivers, Warehouse Workers, Office, Marketing and Sales staff at Herkimer Working Solutions.

January 14th, 17th and 19th, Oneida County Public Safety is holding open houses for people interested in becoming 911 dispatchers
• January 18th from 11 am to 1 pm there’s an in-person Mini Job Fair at Utica Working Solutions
January 23rd, training starts at MVCC for people interested in the field of Digital Customer Service. Information sessions will be held on January 10th and January 17th so you can find out what it’s all about.
• January 24th from 11 am to 2 pm, it’s the Central/Mohawk Valley Virtual Career Fair. Pre-register and upload your resume to get a head start.
• January 31st from 11 am to 1 pm, The Workforce Development Board’s RADAR grant is hosting a Six-County Virtual Job Fair for businesses and jobseekers in Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Otsego, Chenango and Delaware counties.

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WKTV - 2 “Back to Work” Job Orders - January 6, 2023

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To learn more about these job opportunities and how to apply GO HERE and type in the Job Order #

 

Job Title: Public Safety Telecommunicator                                                      City: Oriskany, NY

 

Full time, multiple openings for the County Public Safety department. Duties: Be a 911 Dispatcher.  Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent.  Learn more about the upcoming civil service exam at an open house Saturday, January 14th, 10 am to 2 pm at their headquarters at 120 Base Road, Oriskany.

Pay: $36,524/year. Benefits.                                                        Job Order # NY1446819

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Job Title: Parts Finisher/Polisher                                                         City:  Chadwicks, NY

Full time for local tool and die company. Duties: Polish and deburr metal parts before final shipment to customers.  Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. On the job training is offered for people with no experience who are conscientious and reliable.

 

Pay: Based on experience. Benefits.                                                   Job Order# NY1446942

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Thursday January 12, 2023

Job Title: Crop Care Supervisor                                                          City: Oneida, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, year-round work for a state-of -the- art commercial greenhouse. Duties: Ensure that greenhouse employees are trained and able to produce quality results efficiently. Requirements: High School Diploma or the equivalent and at least two years supervisory experience. Ability to work with and manage 30 or more workers required.

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Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # NY1446751

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Our Jan/Feb Apprenticeship Newsletter is Here!

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In this edition we're sharing new hiring events, learning/training opportunities for job seekers, incentives for businesses, success stories, new resources and lots more...

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MVEDD is Hiring a Project Director in Mohawk, NY

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Full-time temporary position (2-4 years) - $65,000 - $70,000 with Benefits

Job Overview:
This position is responsible for managing planning and community development related projects within MVEDD.

Job Responsibilities:
• Assume management responsibility for assigned projects, services and activities.
• Perform contract administration and negotiation functions; coordinate work with consultants.
• Assists with general marketing and visibility of the organization, builds and maintains key relationships and supports the Executive Director in identifying business and funding opportunities.
• This position reports directly to the Executive Director and does related work as required.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings.
• Maintains the organization's Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). Assists in new programming and policy development and implementation, including external partnerships.
• Creates the semi-annual performance progress reports on all EDA, NBRC and other state and federally funded grants as required.
• Further develops the comprehensive planning and assessment related programming within MVEDD.
• Fosters improved collection and use of industry data for strategic decisions and storytelling.
• Supports creation of financial reports and projects budgets as required.
• Contributes to short and long-term strategic planning and the identification of potential new
• funding opportunities.
• Assists with responding to grant proposals, with particular focus on state and federal proposals.
• Manages external grant funded projects, including reporting and ensuring all deliverables and timelines are met.
• Further develops planning related projects and programs, including expanding comprehensive planning services and assessments for municipalities.

Job Qualifications:

Education/Experience:
• Master’s Degree (preferred) or Bachelor’s Degree (required) in planning, public policy, business or related field
• Five years of experience in economic development, planning, or related field
Communication Skills:
• Effective written and verbal communication skills include public speaking
• Ability to interpret instructional documents as they relate to NYSERDA programs

Mathematical Skills:
• Basic math functions such as add, subtract, divide, and multiply

Other Skills:
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Self-motivated, excellent organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Highly organized, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities

Work Hours:
• Position will include regional travel and evening meetings


Salary:
• $65,000 - $70,000
• Company paid health, vision and dental, retirement, and holidays
• Vacation, personal, and sick time

Please email cover letter and resume to Executive Director, Stephen R. Smith @

Mohawk Valley Economic Development District, Inc. 26 West Main St., PO Box 69, Mohawk, NY 13407

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New Job Opportunities - January 6, 2023

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You can search more local job opportunities with our Custom Job Search link here!

 

HP Hood has a Skilled Labor - Warehouse Operator position in Vernon, NY

Barrett Industries has a Crusher Operator/ Aggregate Laborer position in Boonville, NY

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New Opportunities and Hiring Events in our January Newsletter

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We have a lot of valuable new opportunities and hiring events to share with you in our January newsletter!

 

PLUS - We're sharing some great success stories this month too!

  • In person and virtual job fairs
  • Free learning/training opportunities
  • New job/career opportunities and lots more!

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Oneida County is Hiring 911 Dispatchers - Apply Today or Come to an upcoming Hiring Event

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Immediate Openings
Great Benefits
Salary Starting at $36,524

You're invited to take a Tour - and have an On-the-Spot Interview:

Saturday, 1/14/23 10am-2pm
Tuesday, 1/17/23 4pm-7pm
Thursday, 1/19/23 6pm-9pm

WHERE: 120 Base Rd., Oriskany, NY

Wish to apply today?

Go to www.ocgov.net/personnel
Sign up for the Public Safety Telecommunicator #67-739 Civil Service examination!

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WKTV - 2 “Back to Work” Job Opportunities January 3, 2023

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To learn more about these Job Opportunities and How to Apply, GO HERE and type in the Job Order #

 

 

Job Title: Warehouse Picker/Packer City: Oriskany, NY

Full time for a publishing house distribution center. Duties: Picks and pack books and other items in a state-of-the-art distribution facility Requirements: Must be physically capable of performing all aspects of the job. Training will be provided.

Pay: $14.00-$15.00/hour. Benefits. Job Order # NY1446048

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Job Title: Office Manager City: Rome, NY

Full time a company that manufactures customized machinery. Duties: Act as receptionist and answer phones, enter sales orders, perform all aspects of Accounts Payable and Receivable. Requirements: Some college and 5 years of experience preferred. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel. Familiarity with manufacturing software a plus.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits. Job Order # NY1446085

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Job Title: Executive/Marketing Assistant City: Mohawk, NY

Full time for a company that sells and distributes office supplies. Duties: Create sales flyers, develop E-marketing and social media campaigns, and assist with website content. Requirements: Associate's degree OR six months to one-year related experience and/or training. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits. Job Order # NY1446039

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Featured Job Opportunities and Hiring Events - January 3, 2023

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Happy New Year! See who's looking to Hire You today!

Featured Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 12/27/2022

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 12/28/2022

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 12/29/2022

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 12/30/2022

Featured Hiring Events

NYS Department of Labor’s next in-person job fair will be Wednesday January 18th from 11 am to 1 pm at Utica Working Solutions, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd Floor, Utica, NY 13501. 

NYS Department of Labor’s next Central/Mohawk Valley Virtual Career Fair will be on Tuesday January 24th from 11 am to 2 pm. Stay tuned for more information!

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CONMED Corporation is hiring in Utica, NY

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Associate Assembler 

Associate Assembler - 3rd Shift

Assembler

Packaging Engineer I

 

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WKTV - 2 “Back to Work” Job Orders - December 22, 2022

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To learn more about these job opportunities and how to apply, GO HERE and type in the Job Order #

 

 

Job Title: Highway Maintenance Worker Trainee 1                             City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for the State Department of Transportation. Duties: Participate in training to operate heavy equipment. Perform regular maintenance crew work. including flagging, picking up litter and doing other heavy physical labor activities. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license. Must attain a CDL permit within three (3) months of appointment.

 

Pay: $45,473/year. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1445378

 

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Job Title: HVAC Technician                                                                 City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time for a company that provides home services including plumbing, heating, electrical and septic. Duties: Install, maintain, and repair furnaces, boilers, roof top units, and more.  Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent and a clean CDL A license.  Must possess your own service hand tools, company supplies specialty tools. Proper thermostat and low voltage wiring knowledge is required.

Pay: $20.00-$25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                        Job Order # NY1445444

 

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Wednesday December 28, 2022

Job Title: Home Health Aide                                                                             City: Herkimer, NY

 

Full time for an assisted living community. Duties: Administer personal care, assist with daily activities, and help maintain a safe and clean environment. Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Good time management skills and a professional appearance are a must.

Pay: $13.20/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # NY1445247

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Job Title: Project Engineer                                                                  City: Frankfort, NY

 

Full time for a company that processes metal alloys. Duties: Assist with development of concepts for process optimization and process automation. Requirements: Bachelor's degree preferred, Associates degree with appropriate experience may be considered. Two years of Industry experience preferred.

Experience in Elan manufacturing, 5s, and Project Management a plus.

Pay: Negotiable based on experience. Benefits.                                 Job Order # NY1445618

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Home Ownership Center (HOC) is hiring!

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HOC is hiring in Utica, NY

CURRENT OPENINGS

Intake and Loan Specialist 

Home Advisor (Housing Counseling and Education)

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Herkimer Working Solutions Recruitment December 29, 2022

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Come and meet with the Student Transportation of America at the Herkimer Working Solutions on Thursday, December 29th!

Hiring for:
Bus Driver and Bus Monitors
Positions available across the state including Amsterdam, Fonda and Little Falls

WHEN:  From 10:00am -  Noon

Location: 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer, NY 13350

For more information, call: 315-867-1400

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Featured Job Opportunities and Hiring Events - December 16, 2022

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These great local companies are hiring now. Click the links to see who's looking to HIRE YOU today.

Featured Job Opportunities:

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 12/12/2022

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 12/13/2022

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 12/15/2022

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 12/16/2022

Hiring Events - Save the Date:

• The NYS Department of Labor’s next in-person job fair will be Wednesday January 18th from 11:00am to 1:00 pm at Utica Working Solutions, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd Floor, Utica, NY 13501.
• The NYS Department of Labor’s next Virtual Career Fair will be on Tuesday January 24th. We’ll be teaming up with the Central NY Region again in January.

Stay tuned for more information!

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WKTV - 2 “Back to Work” Job Opportunities - December 16, 2023

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To learn more about these job opportunities and how to apply GO HERE and type in the Job Order #.

 

Job Title: Warehouse Manager                                                             City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a wholesale food distributor. Duties: Receive orders into stock. pick orders for shipment, route trucks, and keep inventory.  Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and one year of management or other related experience preferred. Will train a candidate with the right background. Must have a valid NY State Driver's License.

$46,800-$49,920/year. Benefits.                                                             Job Order # NY1444714

                                                                       

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Job Title: Manufacturing Production Operator                             City: Canastota, NY

 

Full time positions with a precision machine shop. Openings on both first and second shift. Duties: Program, set up and operate CNC mills and lathes. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and 2 years of CNC experience preferred.  Previous experience with Mazak Mazatrol software is preferred. Willing to train the right candidates.

 

Pay: $18.00-$30.00/hour based on experience. Benefits.                       Job Order # NY1444806                                                                                                           

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Job Title: Office/Administrative Assistant                                             City:  Sherrill, NY

Full time for a local distribution company. Duties: Data entry, customer service, communication via email and telephone.  Requirements: Experience with Microsoft Office is very helpful. Company is willing to hire a trainee and offer full training.  Company is very flexible regarding work hours.

 

Pay: Negotiable based on experience. Benefits.                                   Job Order# NY1444894

 

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Job Title: Wellness Coordinator                                                           City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for program serving the local senior community.  Duties: Coordinate programs designed to optimize health and quality of life for people 50+. by providing resources to empower people to remain healthy and active. Requirements: Associates degree and one year of experience working with community-based programs.

    

Pay: $36,000/year. Benefits                                                                   Job Order # NY1444859

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Job Title: Truck Driver                                                                          City: Frankfort, NY

 

Full time for a company that distributes camping equipment and other products to retailers in the vacation industry. Duties: Deliver products to resort locations throughout the Northeast. No driving in New York City or Long Island. Requirements: Must have clean, NYS, Class B license and must be able to drive out of state.

Pay: Negotiable based on experience. Benefits.                                   Job Order # NY1444812

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New Local Job Opportunities - December 15, 2022

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CONMED Corporation has several job opportunities in Utica

Associate Assembler - 1st Shift

Associate Machine Operator - 2nd shift

Associate Machine Operator - 3rd shift

Machine Maintenance Technician II - T...

Associate Machine Operator - 1st shift

 

Danfoss USA is hiring Production Operators in Utica

Production Operator - A shift

Production Operator - C shift

Production Operator - B shift

Production Operator - D shift

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50 Forward Mohawk Valley is Hiring!

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50 Forward Mohawk Valley is hiring a Volunteer Program Specialist and a Wellness Coordinator

50 Forward Mohawk Valley (formerly Parkway Center) is a non-profit organization, who mission is to provide programs and services to individuals 50+, empowering them to live healthy and vibrant lives. 50 Forward MV is the sponsor agency for the Oneida County AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), Volunteer Resource Center. Way 2 Go Herkimer and Oneida County and a partner in the Livable Communities Oneida County initiative.

See details and how to apply for the Volunteer Program Specialist position.

See details and how to apply for the Wellness Coordinator position.

 

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Herkimer Working Solutions Recruitment December 15, 2022

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DYK? Herkimer Working Solutions Hosts employer recruitments Every Thursday from 10:00am-Noon.


WHERE: 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer, NY 13350

Meet with these great local businesses at the December 15th Recruitment:

Wilcor International
Arc Herkimer
T-Mobile

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If you are a job seeker-mark your calendar to come and find a new job!


If you are an employer and would like to get on our schedule, please contact Karin at 315-867-1400

Location Herkimer Working Solutions - 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY

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Featured Job Openings And Upcoming Hiring Events - December 9, 2022

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Featured Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 12/5/2022

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 12/8/2022

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 12/9/2022

Hiring Event

Mini Job Fair at Utica Working Solutions December 14, 2022

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Helping CNY Get Back To Work

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.

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Online resources and personal assistance by Advisers at the Working Solutions centers combine to help you maximize the tools needed for an effective job search.

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Learn more about what Working Solutions can do for your business.

Working Solutions
209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

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