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 April 13, 2026 

Job Title: Personal Care Aide                                                              City: Utica, NY

Full time for a home healthcare service. Duties: Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. Meal preparation and light housekeeping. Ensure comfort, dignity and protective oversight and supervision. Requirements: Valid NYS PCA Certification. Certified PCA, HHA, or CNA are welcome to apply. Pre-employment physical, other medical requirements in accordance with DOH regulations.

Pay: $18.65 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1613420

Monday April 13, 2026 

Job Title: Fry Cook                                                                              City: Sylvan Beach, NY

Part time for a seafood restaurant. Duties: Prepare and cook fried food items according to restaurant standards while maintaining consistency, quality, and speed. Ensure proper food handling, cleanliness, and adherence to kitchen safety protocols. Assist with prep and maintain organized workstations. Requirements: Prior experience preferred.

Pay: $18.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1613120     

Tuesday April 14, 2026 

Job Title: Quality Assistant                                                                City: Utica, NY

Full time for a food products supplier. Duties: Responsible for ensuring that work in progress and finished products meet the established safety and quality standards to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements. Inspection of products and processes with the obligation to report and document findings. Requirements: Must have at least 1 year of quality assurance experience.

Pay: $19.84 - $21.06/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1613091

Tuesday April 14, 2026

Job Title: Motor Equipment Operator                                                  City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a local highway department. Duties: Operate, maintain, and service motorized vehicles and heavy equipment. Requirements: Must have a valid CDL. 1 year of experience in the operation of medium or heavy duty, moderately complex, specialized motor equipment; OR 2 years of experience in the operation of light automotive equipment, such as a car, pick-up truck, panel truck or station wagon.

Pay: $22.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1613460

Wednesday April 15, 2026

Job Title: Receptionist                                                                        City: Frankfort, NY

Part time for a wholesale distributor. Duties: Answer phones with a cherry greeting and knowledgably pass on the calls to the proper parties. Greet customers and vendors that come in and have them properly sign in and out. Requirements: Must be able to efficiently do data entry and emails. Excel experience is a plus.

Pay: $17.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1612525

Wednesday April 15, 2026

Job Title: Machine Operator                                                                City: Canastota, NY      

Full time for a plastic injection molding service. Duties: Operate plastic injection machines according to job specific instructions daily. Clearly document start up scrap, production scrap, down time, etc., daily. Perform secondary work/assemblies such as gauging, trimming, inserting, etc. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent required. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1612138

Thursday April 16, 2026

Job Title: Store Associate                                                                   City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a discount grocery store chain. Duties: Process customer purchases, perform general cleaning duties, stock shelves and merchandise displays neatly. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Prior work experience in a retail environment preferred.

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1415709

Thursday April 16, 2026

Job Title: Cable Assembler                                                                 City: Rome, NY

Part time for a manufacturer. Duties: Accurate assembly of sub-electro and mechanical components for builds into higher level assemblies, build higher level assemblies according to written instructions, drawings and visual aids that comply with standards with minimal to zero defects. Requirements: Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Pay: $19.75/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1613594

Friday April 17, 2026

Job Title: EDM Operator Assistant                                                      City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a hand tool manufacturer. Duties: Help with the set-up and operation of Wire EDM machines. Perform maintenance on the Wire EDM machines. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to read machine blueprints. Valid NYS driver’s license required. Experience is a plus, but training is also available. 

Pay: $41,600/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1613095

Friday April 17, 2026

Job Title: Pharmacy Customer Service Associate                              City: Chittenango, NY

Full time for a drugstore chain. Duties: Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service. Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions. Requirements: Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment. Prefer the knowledge of store inventory control. Prefer PTCB certification.

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG1408804

Become a New York State Court Officer & play a vital role in keeping New York’s courts safe!

NOW OPEN STATEWIDE: NYS COURT OFFICER-TRAINEE (JG-16) EXAM REGISTRATION

Registration is now open for the NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) open-competitive civil service examination. This is a rare opportunity to launch a career in law enforcement and public safety with one of the largest court systems in the world.

🗓 Filing Period: April 1, 2026 (10:00 A.M.) – May 14, 2026

📅 Exam Period: August 26, 2026 – October 7, 2026

📄 Registration & Information: NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) – Exam #45-857

(Important: Review the attached announcement for minimum qualifications and exam details before applying.)

*A $30 filing fee applies. NYS Unified Court System employees are exempt from the filing fee.*

What NYS Court Officers Do:

• Protect and Serve: Maintain order and provide security in courtrooms, court buildings, and grounds across New York State, ensuring justice can be delivered safely every day.
• Peace Officer Authority: Court Officer-Trainees are peace officers who, upon completion of Academy training, may be authorized to carry firearms, execute warrants, and make arrests.
• Academy Training: Successful candidates complete four months of paid basic training at the NYS Court Officers Academy, followed by on-the-job training in court operations and security.
• Career with a Mission: Work alongside judges, attorneys, and court staff in a dynamic environment with direct impact on the people of New York State.

Career Progression: Advance from NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) to NYS Court Officer (JG-19) upon successful completion of the two-year traineeship. 

Compensation:

Base Salary at Hire: $58,100.00

Location Pay (additional):

• $4,920 – NYC, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester & Rockland
• $2,460 – Orange, Dutchess & Putnam

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance (NYS Health Insurance Plan)
• NYS Pension (Employees' Retirement System) & Deferred Compensation Option
• Uniform & Equipment Allowance: $1,660 annually
• Security and Law Enforcement Differential (SLED): $875 annually
• Paid Parental Leave
• Twenty (20) Paid Vacation Days
  • • Twenty-seven (27) Paid Vacation Days by the Seventh Year
• Thirteen (13) Paid Holidays
• Veteran Credits Available (5 pts non-disabled / 10 pts disabled)

Minimum Qualifications for Appointment:

• Be at least 20.5 years of age
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Be a United States citizen
• Be a resident of New York State
• Possess a valid New York State Driver's License
• Be legally eligible to carry firearms

Note: Physical, medical, and psychological examinations, including a fitness test and substance abuse screening, will be conducted prior to appointment.

LEARN MORE HERE

Discover new employment opportunities and upcoming avenues for skill development!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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NYS Department of Corrections and Community Services will be hosting 2 upcoming recruitments at the Herkimer Career Center, 320 N Prospect St., Herkimer on 3/24, and 4/15, events running from 10:00AM–12:00PM. Anyone interested about learning more about the Corrections positions are encouraged to attend one of the recruitment sessions.

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 4/7/26 – Herkimer County Community College Career Fair from 12:00PM –2:00PM located at Herkimer County Community College in the RMCC Lobby, 100 Reservoir Road, Herkimer, NY, 13350. 
• 4/7/26 – Turning Stone Hiring Event from 12:00PM – 5:00PM at Exit 33, Turning Stone Resort Casino located at 5218 Patrick Road, Verona, NY 13478. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
• 4/8/26 – Turning Stone Hiring Event from 2:00PM – 7:00PM at Exit 33, Turning Stone Resort Casino located at 5218 Patrick Road, Verona, NY 13478. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
• 4/9/26 – Wilcor Hiring Event from 10:00AM – 1:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions located at 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY 13350. 
• 4/9/26 – 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. 
• 4/9/26 – 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, 320 N Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
• 4/15/26 – Apprenticeship Expo from 1:00PM – 4:00PM at the Mohawk Valley Community College Rome Campus, 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY 13440. 
• 4/16/26 – Turning Stone Recruitment from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the North Utica Community Center, 50 Riverside Drive, Utica, NY 13502. 
• 4/16/26 – Rome One Day Hiring Event from 11:00AM – 1:00PM at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin Street, Rome, NY. 
• 4/16/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:00PM directly following the Rome Community Job Fair located at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin Street, Rome, NY. . 
• 5/5/26 – The Lake House Summer Hiring Event from 2:00PM – 6:00PM at The Lake House at Sylvan Beach, 301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach, NY 13157. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
• 5/13/26 – Mohawk Valley Women in Trades Day from 9:00AM – 1:00PM located at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica.
• 5/14/26 – Turning Stone Recruitment from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Madison County Working Solutions located at 133 N Court Street, Wampsville, NY 13163. Save the date!
• 5/21/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. Save the date!

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

• Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training classes! Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Wednesday and Thursday of the month starting at 2:00PM. Space is limited – call (315) 867-1400 to register.
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• Spring WERCshop Series – The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering their Spring WERCshop Series. If you are unemployed, or under employed and actively seeking employment, this is a great opportunity to learn Computer Basics, Keyboarding, Resumes, & more! Limited Seats, Register Now! 
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• NYS DOCCS WERCshop – The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering a NYS DOCCS WERCshop with guest speaker Heather Wright! Registration required! Please email or call to register at or (315) 724-1718, Ext 104.
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• Herkimer Working Solutions Workforce Workshops – All Workshops will be held at 1:30PM on the dates listed in the attached flyer and will be held at the Herkimer Working Solutions, located at 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. Come learn valuable skills needed to make your job search a success! Walk-ins welcome, call 315-867-1400 to learn more!

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 April 6, 2026 

Job Title: Sports Flooring Installation Technician                               City: Utica, NY

Full time for a flooring contractor. Duties: Accurately measure out and install large sports floors such as basketball, tennis, volleyball and inline hockey, including game line painting and custom logos. Travel may be extensive during peak seasons, but most projects are complete within a normal work week with weekends off. Requirements: Driver’s license required.

Pay: $41,600/year.                                                                               Job Order # NY1609560

Monday April 6, 2026 

Job Title: Medical Office Coordinator                                                 City: Utica, NY

Full time for a non-profit health system. Duties: Provides indirect patient care in the office/clinic setting. Coordinates phone calls, appointments, and prescription authorizations. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare related setting. Experience with insurance company rules/regulations and medical terminology strongly recommended.

Pay: $19.06 - $25.69/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1384581    

Tuesday April 7, 2026 

Job Title: Dishwasher                                                                        City: Sylvan Beach, NY

Part time for a seafood restaurant. Duties: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen equipment, dishes, and utensils. Assist with general kitchen cleaning duties and ensure compliance with health and safety standards in a fast-paced environment. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age. Must have the ability to stand/walk for long periods of time.

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1613112

Tuesday April 7, 2026

Job Title: Machinist                                                                             City: Oriskany Falls, NY

Full time for a manufacturer. Duties: Responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Technical/trade school certification preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Proven experience as a machinist (manual and CNC).

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1613109

Wednesday April 8, 2026

Job Title: Order Picker/Packer                                                            City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for a wholesale distributor. Duties: Handles pick tickets/orders to pull items from warehouse inventory. Physically pulls warehouse items by the stated number, size, color, quantity, quality, etc. Compares and inspects physical items pulled to the requirements of the pick ticket/order. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Previous experience helpful but not required.

Pay: $16.50 - $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1608629

Wednesday April 8, 2026

Job Title: Experienced Painter                                                             City: Oneida, NY           

Full time for a painting contractor. Duties: Prepare surfaces for painting (scraping, sanding, priming, caulking). Apply paints, stains, and coatings using brushes, rollers, or sprayers. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Valid NYS driver’s license. Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in painting or construction.

Pay: $21.50 - $24.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1609509

Thursday April 9, 2026

Job Title: Custodian                                                                            City: Utica, NY

Full time for human services company. Duties: Perform custodial cleaning tasks to the satisfaction of the Project Supervisor and customer. Police the grounds and remove debris and snow as needed. Maintain all equipment and custodial storage areas. Requirements: Must be capable of physical demands of the job, such as constant standing, walking, stooping, and lifting. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # DG1379187

Thursday April 9, 2026

Job Title: Dispatcher                                                                           City: Rome, NY

Full time for a school bus service. Duties: Responsible for dispatching all buses, ensuring on-time performance of routes, and counseling drivers and monitors on front line. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 3-5 years pf previous terminal operations, dispatch, or driver experience required.

Pay: $25.00 - $26.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1383971

Friday April 10, 2026

Job Title: Sewing Machine Operator                                                   City: Ilion, NY

Full time for a social services organization. Duties: Change needle, thread, and replace bobbin on machines and perform general machine maintenance. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. 2 experience operating manufacturing machines or 2 years' experience with machines such as single needle, double needle, overlock, bar tacker, lock stitch, hemmer and embroiderer. 

Pay: $16.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1382919

Friday April 10, 2026

Job Title: Swim Lesson Instructor                                                      City: Rome, NY

Part time for a nonprofit, charitable organization. Duties: Instruct swimming lessons, have prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals. Requirements: Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent. CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid and AED. Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with organization standards.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1608144

Applications must be received or postmarked by: May 8, 2026

Examination Numbers

60062430 Probation Officer
60062460 Probation Officer Trainee

Date of Examination: June 27, 2026

Salary: $52,823 per year (Trainee) $54,448 per year (Officer) 2026 BASE RATE

LEARN MORE HERE

 The actual posting, informational page and application can be found here:    https://www.herkimercountyny.gov/

  Choose Employment (Personnel/Civil Service will drop down)

                    Select - Personnel/Civil Service

                    Scroll to the middle of the page

                    From the boxes you can select:

              "Current Examinations"  - click the “learn more” box to pull up the exam and its announcement.

             “Examination Information” – click the “learn more” box to access upcoming exams and the application for all exams.