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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.

Sangertown Square In-Person Job Fair Event

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Tuesday, March 29th 2pm – 6pm


From the organizers: "The Get Hired Job Fair is a convenient opportunity for employers to interview and hire local workers and job seekers to connect with companies who need their skills. Employers from a variety of industries will be in attendance looking for candidates at all skill levels."

The event is in-person, free to job seekers and open to the public.

See a list of participating employers

For more information about business packages/costs, GO HERE

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Correction Officer Trainee Open-Competitive Examination

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Evaluation of Training and Experience To Be Held MARCH 15, 2022 through MAY 2, 2022

Applications MUST Be Submitted By MAY 2, 2022

See Details and How to Apply Here

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FREE WANTO Grant Virtual Job Fair - April 13th, from 11am to 1pm

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You're invited to join us for our FREE Women in Apprenticeships and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) virtual career fair!

The Workforce Development Board's Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations grant helps recruit, train, and retain women in quality pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs, and encourages them to pursue apprenticeships and non-traditional occupations. Non-traditional occupations are occupations where women make up 25% or less of the workforce, including but not limited to: trades, information technology (IT), advanced manufacturing, transportation, public safety, agriculture, and more.

Businesses and Job Seekers from the following Counties are invited: Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Montgomery, Oneida, Onondaga, Otsego, Schoharie, St. Lawrence, Tioga and Tompkins counties.

When: Wed., April 13th, from 11am to 1pm.

Businesses Register Here: https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/xDgE7d

Job Seekers Register Here: https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/dnAYo8

Questions? Contact Project Director Stephanie Heiland: Phone: 315.207.6951 x110 or

 

 

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Rome Working Solutions FREE Computer Training Class

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Job Seekers: Do you want to build confidence and overcome frustration using your computer in your online job search?

You ’re Invited to attend our Free “Jobs Jump-Start” training series! (Dates to be Determined) at the Rome Working Solutions Center!

Learn new or brush up on BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS, like Word, Email and Zoom!

What will you get?
At the completion of the course you will leave with:

A $50 gift card at the completion of the training series. (You must complete all four days of training to be eligible for the gift card.)
A folder that includes hard copies of your new resume, reflecting the new skills you have gained.
A USB drive to store your new resume in elecronic format.
Submitted job applications.
An appropriate social media presence.
An Email address that is synched to your smart phone.
The confidence to jump-start your search for a new job or career!

Space for this valuable opportunity is limited. If you are interested in attending this class contact Terry Humphries at (315) 356-0662 or email:

LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL LEARN HERE

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Madison County Working Solutions "Jobs Jumpstart" Training!

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Job Seekers: Do you need some help with your computer skills for your job search?

Would You Like To:
> Learn new or brush up on BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS, like Word, Email and Zoom?
> Learn new techniques for SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEWS?
> Create a NEW RESUME to stand apart from the crowd?
> Learn to NAVIGATE THE INTERNET to find and apply for jobs?

You’re Invited to attend our Free “Jobs Jump-Start” training series- DATES TO BE DETERMINED

What will you get?
At the completion of the course you will leave with:

A $50 gift card at the completion of the training series. (You must complete all four days of training to be eligible for the gift card.)
A folder that includes hard copies of your new resume, reflecting the new skills you have gained.
A USB drive to store your new resume in elecronic format.
Submitted job applications.
An appropriate social media presence.
An Email address that is synched to your smart phone.
The confidence to jump-start your search for a new job or career!

Space for this valuable opportunity is limited. If you are interested in attending this class contact Ellen Bowe at (315) 363-2400 or email:

 

See Class Details Here

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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

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

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