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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.

Featured Job Opportunities, Free Training, and Hiring Events - August 7. 2026

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Check out these valuable upcoming opportunities! 

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 08-03-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 08-04-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 08-05-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 08-06-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 08-07-2026

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 8/11/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:00PM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. 
  • 8/13/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Utica Public Library located at 303 Genesee Street Utica, NY 13501. 
  • 8/17/26 – DFAS Job Fair 4:30PM – 6:30PM at the Jervis Public Library. 613 N. Washington Street, Rome, NY. Currently hiring for Accounting Technicians, Contact Representatives, Accountants, and Financial Analysts. Information will be shared on DFAS career opportunities including the application process. 
  • 8/18/26 – FREE Virtual Job Fair: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties. Don’t miss the 3 – County Job Fair on Tuesday, August 18th from 11:00AM – 1:00PM!
  • 8/20/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Madison County Working Solutions located at 133 N Court Street, Wampsville, NY 13163. 
  • 8/25/26 – DFAS Job Fair from 4:30PM – 6:30PM at the Dunham Public Library. 76 Main Street, Whitesboro, NY. Currently hiring for Accounting Technicians, Contact Representatives, Accountants, and Financial Analysts. Information will be shared on DFAS career opportunities including the application process. 
  • Indium Open Interviews every Tuesday in August from 9:00AM – 11:00PM at Indium, 5836 Success Drive, Rome; every Wednesday in August from 9:00AM – 11:00PM at Indium, 34 Robinson Road, Clinton; and every Thursday in August from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at Indium, 34 Robinson Road, Clinton. 
  • 9/9/26 – Upstate Caring Partners Hiring Event from 11:00AM – 1:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY 13350. 
  • 9/22/26 – DFAS Job Fair 4:30PM – 6:30PM at the Jervis Public Library. 613 N. Washington Street, Rome, NY. Currently hiring for Accounting Technicians, Contact Representatives, Accountants, and Financial Analysts. Information will be shared on DFAS career opportunities including the application process. 
  • 9/30/26 – DFAS Job Fair from 4:30PM – 6:30PM at the Dunham Public Library. 76 Main Street, Whitesboro, NY. Currently hiring for Accounting Technicians, Contact Representatives, Accountants, and Financial Analysts. Information will be shared on DFAS career opportunities including the application process. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • First Student Commercial License Permit Online Training Series – First Student is providing an online training series for applicants to prepare for the CDL written test. One of the first steps to obtaining a CDL is to pass a 3-part written test for a Commercial License Permit (CLP). These training sessions make the information in the CDL handbook easier to understand. After completing the online CLP Training Sessions contact your First Student location for next steps to obtain your Commercial Driver’s License.
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  • Mohawk Valley Build – MV Build is a paid 14-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The program runs from September 14 to December 17. It is held Monday – Thursday from 5:00PM – 8:30PM at the MVCC Construction and Trades Building, 335 Catherine St., Utica, NY. MV Build provides classroom and hands-on experience, a nationally recognized credential, and an opportunity to enter into a union apprenticeship upon completion of the program. 
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Wampsville Mini Job Fair - August 20, 2026

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PLEASE BRING SEVERAL COPIES OF YOUR RESUME. PROFESSIONAL ATTIRE, PLEASE.

Location: MADISON COUNTY CAREER CENTER 133 N. Court St. Wampsville, NY 13163

August 20th - 1pm to 3pm

For more information about this event, contact James Bepko at

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Featured Job Opportunities, Free Training, and Hiring Events - August 3, 2026

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Check out the great new opportunities for finding new jobs and acquiring new skills below:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 07-27-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 07-28-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 07-29-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 07-31-2026

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 8/5/26 – Danfoss Career Fair from 4:00PM – 6:00PM at Danfoss, 330 Technology Drive, Marcy, NY 13403. 
  • 8/5/26 – NYS DOCCS Hiring Event from 8:00AM – 8:00PM at the Mid-State Correctional Facility Hospitality Center, 9005 Old River Road, Marcy, NY 13403.
  • 8/6/26 – NYS DOCCS Hiring Event from 8:00AM – 8:00PM at the Mid-State Correctional Facility Hospitality Center, 9005 Old River Road, Marcy, NY 13403. 
  • 8/6/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY 13350. 
  • 8/11/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:00PM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. 
  • 8/13/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Utica Public Library located at 303 Genesee Street Utica, NY 13501. 
  • 8/18/26 – FREE Virtual Job Fair: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties. Don’t miss the 3 – County Job Fair on Tuesday, August 18th from 11:00AM – 1:00PM! 
  • 9/9/26 – Upstate Caring Partners Hiring Event from 11:00AM – 1:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY 13350. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • First Student Commercial License Permit Online Training Series – First Student is providing an online training series for applicants to prepare for the CDL written test. One of the first steps to obtaining a CDL is to pass a 3-part written test for a Commercial License Permit (CLP). These training sessions make the information in the CDL handbook easier to understand. After completing the online CLP Training Sessions contact your First Student location for next steps to obtain your Commercial Driver’s License.
  •  
  • Mohawk Valley Build – MV Build is a paid 14-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The program runs from September 14 to December 17. It is held Monday – Thursday from 5:00PM – 8:30PM at the MVCC Construction and Trades Building, 335 Catherine St., Utica, NY. MV Build provides classroom and hands-on experience, a nationally recognized credential, and an opportunity to enter into a union apprenticeship upon completion of the program. 
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WDB August Newsletter

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We've got valuable new opportunities and workforce news to share with you this month. Including:

  • a new grant program/free learning opportunity
  • job search workshops
  • hiring events
  • free online workshops from NYSDOL
  • and lots more!

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WDB FREE Virtual Job Fair - August 18, 2026

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The Workforce Development Board is sponsoring a FREE virtual job fair on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 11am to 1pm.

All businesses and job seekers in Herkimer, Madison, Oneida counties are invited.

Job seekers and businesses can chat one-on-one on a virtual job fair platform that is easy to use.

REGISTER HERE TODAY!

Businesses: Select "Organization"
Job Seekers: Select "Attendee"

If you have previously attended a job fair on the Premier Virtual platform your profile/booth remains on the system. Select log in.

There will be a preview period on Monday, August 17, 2026, starting at 8am: Job seekers can log in and preview jobs ahead of the job fair on Tuesday. There will be no business representatives in the booths at this time.

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ATTENDING BUSINESSES AS OF AUGUST 10, 2026

Community Wellness Partners
Upstate Caring Partners
NYS Department of Civil Service Office of Diversity and Inclusion Management
NYS Office of Mental Health - Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center
Oneida County Personnel
Merlin Mold & Manufacturing, Inc.
Central New York Psychiatric Center
New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services
opwdd.ny.gov/career-opportunities
Lithia & Driveway

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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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209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

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