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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - March 11, 2024

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To learn more about these job  opportunities:

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

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

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Job Title: Circulation Clerk                                                                  City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time, 15 hours per week for a local public library.  Duties: Check out library materials. Register new borrowers. Answer phones and assist customers. Requirements: High School Diploma or the equivalent preferred. Should have previous retail or customer service experience and the ability to interact with a diverse customer base. Bilingual and multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

                       

Pay: $ 15.45/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1491737

 

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Job Title: Personal Care Aide                                                              City: Clinton, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an organization that provides care for seniors in our community. Duties: Travel from home to home providing care to individual clients. Requirements: New York State Home Health Aide (HHA) or Personal Care Aide (PCA) certificate preferred, but the business will provide training to those not certified.  Must have a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle and be able to lift to 50 lbs.

 

Pay: $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # NY1491687

           

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Job Title: Electrical Tool Technician                                                    City:  Utica, NY

 

Full time for a construction and industrial tool supplier.  Duties: Diagnose and perform repairs on electrical power tools. Rewire electrical systems, repair, and replace electrical accessories. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and one year of vocational or technical training in electrical repair required. Experience repairing electrical power tools is preferred.

 

Pay: $17.00-$20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order # NY1491585

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Job Title: Afghan Caseworker                                                              City: Utica, NY

 

Full time position for an agency that assists refugees. Duties: Coordinate pre-and post- arrival services to ensure each client has living essentials. Develop plans to help client achieve self-sufficiency. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services field preferred. Two years of related experience required. Fluency in English, and proficiency in Dari, Farsi, and/or Pashto strongly preferred.

 

Pay: $40,000/year. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1491377

 

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Job Title: Order Fulfillment Specialist                                                 City: Little Falls, NY

                                                                                                         

Part-time, 20 hours per week for a business that sells mineral specimens online. Duties: Match specimens accurately with invoices, check shipping fees for accuracy, wrap and ship orders. Requirements: Must be tech savvy with good computer knowledge including the ability to use Google program suite and PayPal.  Knowledge of crystals and minerals is a plus!

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Pay: Training rate is $15.00/hour. Opportunity for advancement.        Job Order # NY1491637

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Job Title: Motor Equipment Operator                                                  City: Wampsville, NY

 

Full time for the county highway department. Duties: Operate various types of motor equipment, perform a variety of unskilled labor tasks, and make minor automotive repairs. Requirements One year of full- time paid experience, or its part time equivalent, in the operation of automotive equipment. Must have a valid New York State Commercial Driver’s License.

Pay: $25.24/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # NY1491632

 

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Job Title: Accounts Receivable                                                           City: Frankfort, NY      

 

Full time for a wholesale company that distributes camping and outdoor gear. Duties: Receive and post payments, review credit scores and references, and process monthly and yearly reports.  Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and prior accounting experience. Must be able to use email, post and maintain information in a database, and create spreadsheets in Excel.

Pay: Starts at $16.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order# NY1491640

 

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Job Title: Finisher-Weekend Shift                                                       City: Chittenango, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time. Work 36 hours, get paid for 40 with a company that manufactures aerospace parts. Job Duties: Perform visual inspection and removal of defects on rough final casting parts.  Requirements:  High School Diploma or the equivalent. Manufacturing experience preferred but company is willing to train the right candidate.

Pay: $20.33/hour starting rate. Benefits. Sign on bonus.                      Job Order # DF7779362

 

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Job Title: Help Desk Technician                                                          City: New Hartford, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, for a company that manufactures electronics assembly materials. Duties: Provide customer assistance for routine Information Systems-related inquiries and problems as they occur. Requirements: High School Diploma or the equivalent.  Associate's degree preferred. Must have one year of experience working with the Microsoft Windows 2008/2012 server product line and Cisco hardware.

Pay: $35,500-$52,500/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF7792988

 

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Job Title: Delivery Driver                                                                     City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a book repository. Duties: Load and unload van with materials for libraries and make deliveries in a timely manner. Notify the supervisor when vehicle needs repairs and perform minor building maintenance. Requirements: New York State Driver's license and clean driving record. Previous experience in driving a delivery route preferred. Any combination of training and experience considered.

 Pay: $19.00-$19.20/hour.                                                                     Job Order # NY1491680

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DFAS Career Opportunities Open House in Oneida - March 14, 2024

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Thursday, March 14th, from 4-6:30pm.

Oneida Rec. Center

214 Cedar Street, Oneida, NY

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The Red Cross is hiring Donor Center Phlebotomist/Customer Service- Training Provided in New Hartford

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Why Choose Us? 

As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.

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Herkimer College is looking for a full time Groundskeeper

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: One year of experience in park or grounds maintenance activities.


SALARY: $41,616.00 (2024 base pay rate)

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves the performance of routine manual duties necessary for the maintenance and repair of grounds and equipment within the College. Employees in this class may also be called upon to perform a variety of semi-skilled building trade activities and to operate various types of motor vehicles and power equipment. Groundskeepers work under the direct supervision of a higher ranking employee but are permitted some exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. Specific instructions may be given for new or unusual assignments. Direct supervision may be exercised over the work of seasonal helpers and laborers. A Groundskeeper also does related work as required.

CONTACT:
for further information:
Mr. Nicholas Laino, Officer in Charge
Herkimer College
100 Reservoir Road
Herkimer, New York 13350
315- 866-0300

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New Oneida County Civil Service examinations: Entry and Upper-Level Probation, Social Welfare Examiner, and Staff Development and Training series

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Learn more at links:

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Coordinator #64-798 (OC)

Application Deadline: April 12, 2024

Examination Date: June 1, 2024

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Probation Assistant #86-687 (OC)

Probation Officer 1 #86-690 (OC)

Probation Officer 1 Trainee #86-688 (OC)

Probation Supervisor 1 #74-586 (PROM)

Senior Social Welfare Examiner #87-625 (OC)

Senior Social Welfare Examiner #75-653 (PROM)

Social Welfare Examiner #86-783 (OC)

Social Welfare Examiner #70-098 (PROM)

Application Deadline: April 26, 2024

Examination Date: June 15, 2024

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

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The NYS Department of Labor is looking for Summer Career Development Educator Ambassadors

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The New York State Department of Labor’s Career Development Educator Ambassador Program offers a unique, paid opportunity for teachers, librarians, and counselors in grades 6-12!

This four week summer training program focuses on developing and implementing 21st-century career-readiness curricula in your district.

LEARN MORE:

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New Oneida County Civil Service examinations: Entry-Level Professional and Police Supervisor/Investigators series

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Application Deadline: April 12, 2024

Details at links:

College Services Associate #86-697 (OC)

Senior Confidential Investigator #86-535 (OC)

Examination Date: June 1, 2024

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

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New Opportunities with Herkimer County - March 4, 2024

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Learn more at Links:

 

Child Protection Services Caseworker

Department: Social Services
Contingent Permanent Opening, Full Time Position

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Department: Social Services
Contingent Permanent Opening, Full Time Position

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Social Welfare Examiner

Department: Social Service
Contingent Permanent Opening, Full Time Position (2 positions available)

 

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Free Online Workshops from the NYS Department of Labor - Week of March 4, 2024

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The New York State Department of Labor offers valuable free virtual workshops throughout the month. Plus you can speak with an employment counselor!

See what you can take this week:

Mar 4

11 am Career Assessment and Exploration
11 am Public Speaking
1 pm Civil Service

Mar 5

11 am Managing Job Loss and Moving On
11 am NYS DOL Resources 101
1 pm Interviewing Techniques

Mar 6

11 am An Overview of ACCES-VR Services
11 am Transferable Skills
1 pm Writing Effective Cover Letters

Mar 7

11 am Going to School to Get Back to Work
1 pm Spanish: Interviewing Techniques
1 pm SNAP Overview

Mar 8 

11 am Self-Motivation
1 pm Chat with an Employment Counselor

View March Calendar  and sign up today!

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Our March/April Apprenticeship News Letter is Here!

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We've got a lot to share with you in this edition of our Apprenticeship Newsletter!

New apprenticeship opportunities

Success stories

Program updates

Industry News and events

and more...

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - March 4, 2024

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To learn more about these job  opportunities:

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

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

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Job Title: Field Service Engineer III                                                     City: Marcy, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, for a company that is a leader in materials engineering solutions.  Duties: Complete quality repairs. Respond to fab issues by communicating with engineers in other locations and participating in escalation conference calls. Requirements: Associates degree and 4-7 years of experience. Must be physically capable of performing all job duties.

Pay: $ 36.00-$49.50/hour. Benefits.                                                      Job Order # DF7733486

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Job Title: Auto Body Painter                                                                City: Deerfield, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an auto body repair shop. Duties: Sanding, prepping, detailing, and painting vehicles. Requirements: Must have a valid driver's license and 2-3 years of experience. Must be familiar with paint mixing systems. Reference check, background check and employment test required.

 

Pay: $35,000-$40,000/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1490908

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Job Title: Senior Accountant                                                                City:  Chadwicks, NY

 

Full time for a business that provides equipment calibration and repair services. Duties: Direct financial activities for the company. Produce financial reports and maintain a system of accounting records. Requirements: A B.S. in accounting and a minimum of 7 years of experience, including cost accounting and financial statement preparation. MBA or CPA preferred.

 

Pay: $68,000-$85,000/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1491004

 

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Job Title: CDL Driver                                                                           City: Whitesboro, NY

 

Full time for a local container and disposal service. Duties: Deliver and haul roll off dumpsters to their designated locations. Requirements: Valid CDL Class A or B driver’s license with a clean driving record, knowledge of DOT regulations and safety protocols and the ability to perform physical tasks associated with loading, unloading or tarping loads for transport.

 

Pay: $18.00-$24.00/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order # NY1490871 

 

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Job Title: Domestic Violence Victim’s Advocate                                  City: Ilion, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a faith-based community service organization. Duties: Provide individual client support, advocacy, case management, outreach, and community education. Requirements: Associates degree or relevant work experience.  Knowledge of the issues and dynamics of domestic violence and experience teaching or giving presentations to groups. Must have valid NYS driver’s license and a car.

Pay: $17.50/hour-$18.75/hour. Benefits.                                               Job Order # NY1491018

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Job Title: Toolmaker                                                                            City: Canastota, NY

 

Full time for tool and die company that does custom machining. Duties: Produce, modify and repair the tools used in the manufacturing process. Requirements: High school diploma, practical knowledge, and hands on experience in the Toolmaking field. Must have a strong knowledge of math, algebra, and trigonometry.

Pay: $25.00-$40.00/hour.                                                                      Job Order # NY1490865

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Job Title: Paralegal                                                                              City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a real estate services company. Duties: Provide general paralegal assistance to staff, research and prepare legal documents, and perform basic office responsibilities like filing, typing, and proofreading. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and 1 year of experience. References, security check and drug test required.

Pay: $20.00-$25.00/hour.                                                                      Job Order# NY1490943

 

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Job Title: Finance Coordinator                                                            City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a nursing and rehabilitation center. Job Duties: Collect & review financial documentation for Medicaid applications. Meet with residents to discuss their financial obligations. Send out private bills and collect money owed to the facility. Requirements: Experience processing Medicaid applications and familiarity with Skilled Nursing Facility finances is preferred. Must have solid computer skills.

Pay: $60,000 - $62,000/year. Benefits.                                                  Job Order # DF7751461

 

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Job Title: Teacher Aide                                                                        City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, school year schedule, for a middle school special education program. Duties: Assist school teachers with classroom duties and supervise students in special classes.  Requirements: Graduation   from   high school or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Must be able to establish good relationships with children and maintain discipline.

Pay: $18,468/year. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DF7705474

 

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Job Title: Lifeguards                                                                            City: Richfield Springs, NY

 

Full time and part time seasonal positions mid-May through mid-September at a municipal beach on Canadarago Lake. Duties: Patrol the public beach area to ensure swimmers' safety. Requirements: Must be Shoreline Lifeguard Certified. Training is available at Clarks Sport Center in Cooperstown. Cost of training will be reimbursed to lifeguards at the end of the season.

 Pay: $19.00/hour.                                                                                Job Order # NY1487720

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WDB/Working Solutions March Newsletter 2024

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Don't miss the valuable new opportunities in this edition of our newsletter!

Plus we've got workforce news and new success stories to share with you!

>New learning/training events

>New Job Opportunities

>New Hiring Opportunities

And more!

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Cornell Cooperative Extension is hiring a Family Development Program Assistant in Oriskany

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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.

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Exam Announcements for Herkimer County - Office Assistant II and Office Manager

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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.

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - February 26, 2024

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To learn more about these job  opportunities:

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

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

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Job Title: 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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Upcoming Hiring/Learning Opportunities and Featured Job Opportunities - February 23, 2024

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

FEATURED JOBS

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

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
  • 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 .
  • 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 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 ;
  • 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

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - February 19, 2024

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To learn more about these job  opportunities:

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

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

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Job Title: 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

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Featured Job Opportunities and Upcoming Learning/Hiring Events - February 16, 2024

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FEATURED JOBS

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

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
  • 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 .
  • 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 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 ;
  • 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. 
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Herkimer County is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse

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Department: Public Health

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

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Herkimer County LPN PH 021624

 

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Herkimer County Exam Announcement: Population Health Specialist

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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

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