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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.

The Workforce Development Board is Hiring!

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The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., is Hiring in Utica, NY

Now recruiting for Outreach Coordinators, Case Managers and more…

Responsibilities May Include:

  • Devote 100% of their time to a specific grant population depending on the grant requirements.
  • Assist Project Directors by providing direct services including program recruitment and retention and provide leadership training to participants as well as mentoring and support.
  • Counsel individuals with meeting education and employment goals and with all employment related activities.
  • Secure information such as education, skills and social factors contributing to the client’s situation and evaluates their needs.
  • Assist the client with resumes, cover letters, job searches and interview preparation. Provide on the job support as needed once the individual becomes employed.
  • Compile records and complete case notes and reports.
  • Conduct assessment interviews and determine program eligibility
  • Conduct intakes for applicable clients
  • Identify supportive service needs and provide support or make referrals to the appropriate agencies
  • Develop an individualized service plan to identify education/ training and career goals assist with placement in WDB grant training programs
  • Consistently follow up with program participants
  • Track demographic data to support grant progress
  • Assist with job placement upon completion of education/training
  • Attend grant-related events
  • Develop social media outreach
  • Meet with employers and supportive service agencies to build connections and refer participants

Preferred Job Qualifications Include a Combination of the Following Skills: Experience or education in human services, demonstrated commitment to customer service; experience working with people with disabilities and disadvantaged backgrounds; experience in employee training and job placement; excellent collaboration and verbal communication skills; documentation and organizational skills; a strong sense of integrity and understanding of employer workplace dynamics; proven leader in the development of workforce strategies customized to target markets; knowledge of apprenticeships is helpful; Bachelor’s Degree. 

Benefits

  • 35 hour work week
  • 401K Matching
  • Two weeks’ vacation
  • 14 paid holidays

Salary: $40,000-$45,000

The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., serves as a leader and catalyst for workforce development programs and services, and as a regional partner, creating impactful strategies to meet the region’s immediate and long-term workforce needs and economic development priorities, focusing on developing a skilled and qualified workforce.

Workforce Development Boards (WDBs) are 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. WDBs direct federal, state, and local funding to workforce development programs, and procure grant funding that offers training, incentives, job placement, and other supportive services.

Our staff work every day to link employers with workers, and workers with the resources they need to procure supportive services, secure employment and develop their careers.

Come and work with us! We can offer a stimulating career that makes a lifelong impact in the lives of the individuals we serve.

To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to 

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

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Free Online Workshops you can take this month from the NYS Department of Labor

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Plus you can chat with an Employment Counselor too!

>Communication Skills
>Resumes
>Interviewing
>Job Search Strategies
>Self-Motivation
>Transferable Skills
And much, much more!

Go here to learn more and sign up

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The Workforce Development Board is looking for a Placement Coordinator in Utica

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We are hiring a Placement Coordinator for our Regional Apprenticeship Development & Readiness (RADAR) Grant!

Grant Overview: The Regional Apprenticeship Development & Readiness (RADAR) grant serves individuals 18+ who live, work, or receive training throughout an 11-county region. RADAR staff prioritizes supporting people with ADA-defined disabilities, and assisting with Pre-Apprenticeship training as well as supportive service needs. Upon completion, participants will receive assistance with job readiness and placement into a Registered Apprenticeship program.

Job Duties: The Placement Coordinator will conduct assessment interviews and determine program eligibility; conduct intakes for applicable clients; identify supportive service needs and provide support or make referrals to the appropriate agencies; develop an individualized service plan to identify education/ training and career goals; assist with placement in Pre-Apprenticeship training programs; consistently follow up with program participants; track demographic data to support grant progress; assist with job placement into Registered Apprenticeship programs upon completion of education/training; attend grant-related events; develop social media outreach; meet with employers and supportive service agencies to build connections and refer participants

Salary Range: $38,000 - $43,000

Job Qualifications: Experience working with people with disabilities and disadvantaged backgrounds; experience in employee training and job placement; knowledge of Apprenticeships; strong understanding of employer workplace dynamics; proven leader in the development of workforce strategies customized to target markets; Bachelor’s Degree

TO APPLY:
Send resumes to

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

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Youth RFP Information

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Information and questions regarding our Youth RFP will be posted here.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
FOR: WIOA PROGRAM YEAR (PY) 23 YOUTH SERVICES FOR HERKIMER, MADISON and ONEIDA COUNTIES PROGRAM DURATION: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024
(With possible 1-year extensions for 3 years)

FUNDING SOURCES:
U.S. Department of Labor Workforce Investment & Opportunity Act (WIOA) grant to: Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., (WDB HMO), dba Working Solutions

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/PROGRAM AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST TO
INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

Issued: March 30, 2023
WIOA Youth Services due to WDB HMO office on an ongoing rolling basis no later than February 15, 2024. They may be submitted to .

Questions about administration or program may be submitted to . Answers will be posted weekly at https://www.working-solutions.org/news/youth-rfp-information

Contact Person: Alice Savino, 315.207.6951x122-

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Register Today for our FREE Virtual Job Fair Happening Wed., June 7th!

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We invite businesses and job seekers in the following counties to register: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida,  Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego counties.

The job fair will take place Wednesday, June 7, 2023, from 11:00am to 1:00pm.

>Easy to use platform

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

>Comprehensive reporting features

The combined registration link for businesses and job seekers is: 

https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/xNGR6W

(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 Tues., June 6th, starting at 9:00am.

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Attending Businesses as of May 26th:

Chobani
Workforce Development Board - NYSCION
Leonard Bus Sales, Inc.
Otsego Northern Catskills BOCES
Astrocom Electronics, Inc.
Bassett Healthcare Network
CNYDDSO
U.S. Care Systems
Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County
City of Norwich
NYS OPWDD - Broome DDSOO
Slocum Dickson Medical Group
OTSEGO COUNTY - GOVERNMENT
Community Wellness Partners
The Neighborhood Center, Inc.
First Choice Staffing
All-Metro Homecare
The New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute
CABVI
Bosman Law LLC
Morrisville Auxiliary Corporation
UPS
GPO Federal Credit Union
Resource Center for Independent Living
Community Bank N.A.
Walmart
Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency Inc.
Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc.
Chittenango Animal Hospital
Springbrook
New York State Public Health Corps Fellowship Program
Birnie Bus Service
US Census Bureau

 

 

We'll also have representatives from our training grant programs on hand to tell you about how we can help you jump start your career in a field that you love.

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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.

 

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Free Computer Literacy Training

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Job Seekers: Do you need some help finding a job?

Would You Like To:
>Learn new or brush up on BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS, like Word, Email and Zoom?
>Learn new techniques for SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEWS?
>Learn to NAVIGATE THE INTERNET to find and apply for jobs?

You’re Invited to attend our Free Computer Literacy training series starting on June 12th!

This four-day course will run from Monday, June 12th – Thursday, June 15th, from 1:00pm-2:30pm.

Training will be at the Utica Working Solutions Career Center:
New York State Office Building, 2nd Floor, 207 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13501

Space for this valuable opportunity is limited. Register today to ensure your spot in the class!

To Register Contact Nicole Sortino at (315) 207-6951, ext. 139 or email:

LEARN MORE/DOWNLOAD THE FLYER

 

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Job Fair May 19th at the Oneida County Office Building

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Everyone Welcome!

WHEN: Friday, May 19, 2023, from 9:00am to Noon.

WHERE: Oneida County Office Building, 800 Park Ave., Utica, NY

View Attending Businesses/Download the Flyer

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GRIPPE’s Contracting is Hiring - Instant Interviews at Herkimer Working Solutions May 11th

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Competitive pay based on experience and an opportunity for growth!

Looking for carpenters with experience in areas like framing, drywall, flooring and custom carpentry.
They offer benefits such as paid vacation and sick time and health insurance for full time employees

WHEN: Thursday, May 11th from 10am - Noon

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

VIEW OPEN POSITIONS ON FACEBOOK

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

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FREE Virtual Workshops You Can Take This Week from the NYS Department of Labor

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And you can speak with an Employment Counselor too!

May 8

11 am - Learning about Child Care Assistance (CCAP) Overview
1 pm - Career Assessment & Exploration
1 pm - Roadmap to Getting Hired

May 9

11 am - Interviewing Techniques
11 am - Going to School to Get Back to Work
1 pm - Civil Service

May 10

11 am - SNAP Overview
11 am - SUNY for All- Online Training Center
1 pm - Exploring JobZone

May 11

11 am - Spanish: Interviewing Techniques
11 am  - Give Yourself Credit: SUNY Empire State College Info Session
1 pm  -  SUNY Micro Credentials

May 12

11 am  - The Power of Positivity
1 pm  - Chat with an Employment Counselor

Learn more and sign up HERE

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May/June Apprenticeship Newsletter

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Our Apprenticeship newsletter is here with a lot of new opportunities for you, including:

  • The Workforce Development Board is hiring a Placement Coordinator for our Regional Apprenticeship Development & Readiness (RADAR) Grant
  • Listen to Project Director Sommer Edwards' interview on Talk of the Town about our virtual job fairs and some of the free services we provide to job seekers
  • Women: Jumpstart your career in manufacturing with a free course sponsored by MACNY and MVCC
  • Businesses: We can help upskill your workforce
  • Free pre-apprenticeship training
  • New resources, interesting articles and much more...

READ IT HERE

 

 

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Don't miss our May newsletter...

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We've got a lot of new opportunities to share with you this month, including:

>New Job Opportunities (We are hiring!!)

>A valuable Civil Service Workshop to help you navigate the process of applying

>Local Job Fairs and Hiring Events

>Free learning opportunities

>And lots more, including some great success stories too!

READ IT HERE

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See what you can learn online for FREE this week from the NYS Department of Labor

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And chat with an Employment Counselor too!

May 2
11 am - Networking
11 am - Self-Motivation
1 pm - Managing Job Loss & Moving On

May 3
11 am - An Overview of ACCES-VR Services
11 am - Job Search Strategies
1 pm - Resume Development

May 4

11 am Social Media Featuring LinkedIn
1 pm Writing Effective Cover Letters
1 pm Veteran Services & Resources

May 5

11 am Chat with an Employment Counselor

GO HERE TO LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP

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Free Webinar: Helping New Americans Access Services

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You're invited to join us on June 20th, to learn how the NYS Office for New Americans (ONA) assists all new Americans to navigate a variety of free services, such as:

ONA Ramirez June Initiative that is a first of its kind in the nation initiative which builds capacity to support new Americans with developmental disabilities and their families in accessing vital resources, information, and services

ONA’s Cell-ED program, a free mobile English learning program that provides mobilefirst pathways for people to acquire essential skills quickly and easily – especially in resource constrained environments. Learners simply listen to lessons across any device – even a basic phone with no internet connection or costly data plan needed

WHEN: Tuesday, June 20th, from 1:00pm to 2:30pm

WHERE: Online

Register HERE Today!

QUESTIONS? Contact Nicole Sortino, WDB Disability Resource Coordinator for more details: 315-207-6951 ext. 139 or email

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You're invited to our free Civil Service Workshop on May 11, 2023

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Hear from experts on how to prepare and succeed in the civil service process.

Join Us to Learn About:
Career Opportunities
All education levels & fields
Great pay & excellent benefits

WHEN: May 11th from 10am-Noon

WHERE: MVCC Wilcox Hall Room 225

Questions? Contact Caitlin McSorley
315-207-6951 ext. 145

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Free Computer Literacy Training

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Job Seekers: Do you need some help finding a job?

Would You Like To:
>Learn new or brush up on BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS, like Word, Email and Zoom?
>Learn new techniques for SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEWS?
>Learn to NAVIGATE THE INTERNET to find and apply for jobs?

You’re Invited to attend our Free Computer Literacy training series starting on May 1st!

This four-day course will run from Monday, May 1st – Thursday, May 4th, from 1:00pm-2:30pm. Training will be at the Utica Working Solutions Career Center:
New York State Office Building, 2nd Floor, 207 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13501

Space for this valuable opportunity is limited. Register today to ensure your spot in the class!

To Register Contact Nicole Sortino at (315) 207-6951, ext. 139 or email:

LEARN MORE/DOWNLOAD THE FLYER

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NYS Department of Labor Business Workforce Survey 2023

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Local Businesses: The NYS Department of Labor wants to hear from you.

From the NYS Department of Labor: "In 2021 and 2022, The Business Council teamed up with the New York State Department of Labor and Empire State Development to survey thousands of businesses on the challenges and needs in a world deeply changed by COVID. These results continue to shape workforce development practices and policy from the P-12 system to higher education and among training providers across New York State.

"This year, we are again partnering to gather real-time feedback on the state of the workforce and the needs of businesses in 2023!"

NOTE: Collective results from this survey will be used by the State to address needs. Individual responses will be kept confidential.

Please note: The survey will close at noon on Friday, April 28.

ACCESS THE SURVEY

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Job Seekers: The NYS Department of Labor wants to hear from you!

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The NYS Department of Labor wants your help to figure out how to better align worker skills to business needs and to better meet the needs of today’s job seekers.

Your voice is important to us.

Thank you for taking the survey!

To access the survey, use the QR code or GO HERE 

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Request For Proposal - Auditing Services - 2023

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The Workforce Development Board of Herkimer, Madison and Oneida Counties, Inc. (WDB) is requesting a proposal from qualified firms of certified public accountants to audit its financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, with the option of auditing its financial statements for each of the FOUR subsequent fiscal years.

The audit is to be performed in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Audit Standards, issued by the Comptroller General of the United States.

TIME REQUIREMENTS

A. Proposal Calendar

The following is a list of key dates up to and including the date proposals are due to be submitted:
Request for proposals issued March 30, 2023
Due date for notification of interest April 17, 2023
Due date for proposals May 1, 2023

B. Notification and Contract Dates

Selected firm notified May 15, 2023
Contract date June 1, 2023

C. Date Final Report is Due

The auditor shall draft financial statements, notes, and all supplementary schedules for the WDB by December 31, 2023.

The final report and ten (10) signed copies should be delivered to the Executive Director at the WDB offices.

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Opportunities and Events For You in Our April Newsletter

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We have new staff members to introduce to you this month, PLUS:

Recruitment Opportunities for Businesses

New Hiring Events

New Local Job Opportunities

Learning/Training Opportunities

And Much More...

READ IT HERE

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FREE Six County Virtual Job Fair - April 12, 2023 - CANCELED

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ALL Job Seekers & Businesses in the following counties are invited to attend: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego counties.

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED


Come to our virtual job fair on Wednesday, April 12th, from 11:00am to 1:00pm and meet one-on-one with great local companies who are HIRING NOW.

  • Easy to Use Platform
  • Instant interviews
  • Comprehensive reporting features

Partial List of Attending Busineses:

U.S. Care Systems
Lambrecht Auction, Inc.
NYS OPWDD - Southern Tier DDSOO
Chobani
Leonard Bus Sales, Inc.
Springbrook
VA Medical Foster Home
TRM Environmental
Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County
CNYDDSO
Opportunities for Otsego, Inc.
Bassett Healthcare Network
CABVI
Otsego Northern Catskills BOCES
Northern Rivers
Masonic Care Community
Slocum Dickson Medical Group
City of Norwich
Delaware County Sheriff's Office
CBI Cables
Deiorios
St. Mary's Healthcare- Amsterdam NY

REGISTER HERE
Businesses select "Organization"
Job Seekers select "Attendee"

Questions? Contact Sommer Edwards:

315-207-6951 ext. 133

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LISTEN TO PROJECT DIRECTOR SOMMER EDWARDS' INTERVIEW ON TALK OF THE TOWN 

 

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Sponsored by the Workforce Development Board’s RADAR grant

The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., (WDB/HMO), dba Working Solutions, is a division 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. We connect employers with job seekers, and job seekers with the resources they need to develop their careers.

The WDB/HMO's Regional Apprenticeship Development & Readiness (RADAR) grant helps men and women, 18+ connect to Pre-Apprenticeship training and Registered Apprenticeship opportunities, creating a 'talent pipeline' for local businesses.Representatives from the RADAR grant will be on-hand at the job fair to speak with individuals who would like to learn more about apprenticeships. 

This program is 100% funded by a United States Department of Labor - Employment and Training Administration’s (ETA) award of $2,999,993.

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

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News & Updates

The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., is Hiring in Utica, NY Now recruiting for Outreach Coordinators, Case Managers and more… Responsibilities May Include: Devote 100% of their time to a specific grant population...

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

Working Solutions
209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

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

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