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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.

WDB Newsletter - July 2026

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You won't want to miss our July newsletter. We're sharing:

>Staff news

>Program successes

>Upcoming helpful job search workshops

>FREE training/learning opportunities

>Hiring events

>New local job opportunities

And lots more!

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Free Virtual Workshops Provided by DOL - July 2026

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New Classes every week!

Valuable classes such as:

  • >Resumes
  • >Interviewing
  • >Transferable Skills
  • >Job Search
  • >Networking
  • >And lots more!

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - June 26, 2026

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Welcome to a new month full of opportunities! Explore the list below to find great employment recruitments and events you won’t want to miss:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

 

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Birnie Bus Service now hiring Bus Drivers! Full-time or Part-time, $19.70 - $24.14 per hour. Paid Training provided – no experience needed! Located at 2486 State Route 12B, Hamilton, NY 13346. For more information call (315)824-1260 or visit Find Local Jobs - Student Transportation of America.

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Real Life Rosies Bootcamp – A great opportunity for women! Prepare for a career or Registered Apprenticeship in Modern Manufacturing. There is no cost to participate. Transportation and childcare are available. The next training runs June 29 – September16, 2026. The program is offered by the Manufacturers Talent Institute, NYS Department of Labor, and NYS
  • Empire State Development. 
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  • HCCC Fast Track – Find work that fits! Need a job? Looking for something different? Not sure what comes next? Starting Summer 2026, HCCC is offering free, short-term programs to help you build real skills, connect with employers, and find work that fits. 2 evenings per week; 3-10 weeks; No cost! Summer 2026 programs include: Dental Assistant; CNC Manufacturing; and Restaurant Experience Lab. 
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WDB FREE Virtual Job Fair - July 21, 2026

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The Workforce Development Board is sponsoring a FREE virtual job fair on Tuesday, July 21, 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, July 20, 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 June 30, 2026

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Oneida County Personnel
Community Wellness Partners
GuidePost Staffing
CABVI
Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County
NYS Office of Mental Health - Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center
Canastota Dairy Products LLC
Oneida County Sheriff's Office
Otsego County

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Juneteenth Office Hours

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Friday, Jun 19, 2026, is Juneteenth.

The Workforce Development Board offices at 209 Elizabeth St., Utica, will be closed in observance of the holiday.

Herkimer Working Solutions will be open.

Madison County Working Solutions will be closed.

Utica/Rome Working Solutions will be closed.

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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.

Job Search

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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Working Solutions
209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

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