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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.

Herkimer County is hiring a Senior Account Clerk

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Title: Senior Account Clerk


Anticipated, Permanent Position, Full-time Opening

Salary: $37,253 (2025 base pay rate)

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - October 6, 2025

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Welcome to a new month full of opportunities! Explore the list below to find great events and training opportunities to advance your career:

 

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-29-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-30-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 10-01-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 10-02-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 10-03-2025

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 10/7/25 – The Grand Job Fair from 12:00PM – 3:00PM at The Grand Rehabilitation & Nursing at Mohawk Valley, 99 Sixth Avenue, Ilion, NY 13357. 
  • 10/8/25 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 11:30AM and is located at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY. 
  • 10/9/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:00PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
  • 10/16/25 – 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. Save the date!
  • 10/21/25 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
  • 10/23/25 – SUNY Poly Fall 2025 Career Fair from 12:00PM – 2:00PM at the Wildcat Field House, 100 Seymour Road, Utica, NY 13502. Save the date !
  • 10/30/25 – NDEAM Diverse Abilities Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the MVCC Rome Campus, 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY 13440. Save the date!
  • 12/4/25 – One Day Hiring Event at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin St. Rome, NY, from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. Visit www.romejobfairs.org for more information. 
  • USPS – Virtual Job Fairs every Thursday from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Mohawk Valley Build – MV Build is a paid 15-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The program runs from October 20, 2025, to February 12, 2026. It is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays from 5:00PM – 8:30PM at the MVCC Construction and Trades Building, 335 Catherine St., Utica. 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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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - October 6, 2025

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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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Monday October 6, 2025 

Job Title: Chef/Line Cook                                                                    City: Vernon, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an Italian restaurant. Duties: Prepare and cook menu items to restaurant standards. Assist with prep work, line setup, and closing duties. Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service. Requirements: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Prior cooking/line experience preferred.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1546636

 

Monday October 6, 2025 

Job Title: Direct Support Professional                                                City: Holland Patent, NY

Full time for a medical clinic. Duties: Implement, document, and/or summarize programming as indicated in the individuals Person Centered Plan. Respond to medical emergencies and log any/all incidents that may occur during sleeping hours. Requirements: Must have at least 1 year of experience. High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Valid NYS driver’s license.

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1546561     

 

Tuesday October 7, 2025 

 Job Title: Customer Service Representative                                      City: Sherrill, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a distribution company. Duties: Duties include light office/clerical, customer service, communication via email and telephone. Company is willing to hire a trainee and offer full training. Requirements: Accounts experience helpful, as you may assist with accounting tasks. Experience with Microsoft Office is very helpful.

 

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1546665

                                                                       

 

Tuesday October 7, 2025

 Job Title: Investigative Housing Security Officer                                City: Utica, NY

Full time for a housing authority. Duties: Provide both standard security services and specialized investigative work within the Housing Authority community. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid driver’s license. Must complete certified NYS Security Guard training within 6 months of employment. 5 years of professional experience conducting investigations for police municipality.

 

Pay: $31.25/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1546807

 

Wednesday October 8, 2025

Job Title: Correction Officer                                                               City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a county law enforcement. Duties: Responsible for enforcement of rules and regulations governing the custody, security, conduct, discipline, safety, and general wellbeing of inmates in a County correctional facility. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Completion of New York State Commission of Corrections training prior to completion of probationary period. Valid NYS driver’s license.

Pay: $44,290/year.                                                                               Job Order # NY1546855

 

 

Wednesday October 8, 2025

 Job Title: School Bus Driver                                                               City: Hamilton, NY           

 

Full time for a business that provides student transportation services. Duties: Responsible for the safe delivery of passengers along set routes, adherence to bus safety and bus stop safety standards, and daily vehicle inspections, among other duties. Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a valid driver’s license and at least 1 year of experience driving.

 

Pay: $19.70 - $24.14/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0600348

 

                                   

Thursday October 9, 2025

Job Title: Sales Executive                                                                   City: Oriskany, NY

 

Full time for a fiber optic manufacturer. Duties: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with both new and existing clients to foster loyalty and ensure customer satisfaction. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. College degree preferred. Prior working experience in a similar responsible position preferred.

                                                                       

Pay: $40,000 - $60,000/year.                                                                Job Order # NY1546886

 

Thursday October 9, 2025

Job Title: Industrial Electrician                                                           City: Rome, NY

 

Full time for an industrial equipment supplier. Duties: Mount electrical components on subpanels and Enclosure’s according to layout drawings provided. Ensure all power distribution circuits, motor feeds (VFD Cables) are kept out of the path of Digital, Analog & Communication circuits. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 1-2 years of experience in the electrical and maintenance fields.

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0539637

 

Friday October 10, 2025

Job Title: Floater Delivery Driver                                                        City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an office supply company. Duties: Load & unload merchandise from company truck, inspect packages for proper condition for delivery, navigate established delivery route. Requirements: Valid driver’s license. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds. 1 year certificate from college or technical school; 3-6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Pay: $17.25 - $18.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1546592

 

Friday October 10, 2025

Job Title: Manufacturing Operator                                                      City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time for a high-tech electronics manufacturer. Duties: Complete multiple operations while performing as a team. Operate various machinery to bring product to desired quality specification. Inspect parts and product to verify quality. Requirements: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent experience. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0652406

 

 

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Amazon Virtual Information Session Friday, October 3, 2025 - 6PM

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Wages up to $20/hr.

Flexible schedules.Benefits. 

Can’t make it?
Visit amazon.com/flexiblejobs to apply, or text JOBEVENT to 31432 to sign up for alerts from Amazon

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Herkimer County Department of Social Services is Hiring a Child Protective Services Caseworker and an Employment Counselor

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Title: Child Protective Services Caseworker
Anticipated, Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $54,944.00 (2025 base pay rate)

Title: Employment Counselor
Anticipated, Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $41,964.00 (2025 base pay rate)

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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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