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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 Treasurer’s Department is hiring a Senior Account Clerk

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Anticipated, Permanent Position, Full-time Opening

Salary: $38,371 (2026 base pay rate)

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DFAS has new open job opportunities in Rome!

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Please note: the Contact Representative (Call Center) position is closing today.

Accountant

Accounting Operations

DFAS – Indianapolis, IN; Limestone, ME; Rome, NY; Cleveland, OH; or Whitehall, OH

  • Salary: $40,736 - $101,375 per year (GS 5-11)
  • Permanent • Full-time

Open through 5/11/2026

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/866438800

 

Financial Management Analyst

Accounting and Finance Operations

DFAS – Indianapolis, IN; Limestone, ME; Rome, NY; Cleveland, OH; or Whitehall, OH

  • Salary: $40,736 - $101,375 per year (GS 5-11)
  • Permanent • Full-time

Open through 5/06/2026

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/866254800

 

LAST DAY . . . Contact Representative (Call Center)

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DFAS – Indianapolis, IN; Rome, NY; Bratenahl, OH; Cleveland, OH; or Whitehall, OH

  • Salary: $37,193 to - $61,638 per year (GS 4-6)
  • Permanent • Full-time

Open through 04/28/2026

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/864874200

 

Accounting Technician

DFAS Accounting & Finance Operations

DFAS – Indianapolis, IN; Limestone, ME; Rome, NY; Cleveland, OH; or Columbus, OH

  • Salary: $40,736 to - $61,638 per year (GS 5-6)
  • Permanent • Full-time

Open through 5/11/2026

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/866505000

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Herkimer College is hiring a Shipping & Receiving Clerk

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Permanent Opening, Full Time Position

Salary: $42,500.00 (2026 base pay rate)

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - April 27, 2026

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Skill acquisition and job opportunities are thriving. Check out the options below and mark your calendars!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 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!
  • 5/7/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions, 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY 13350. 
  • 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 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 10:30AM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. 
  • 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!
  • 5/27/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY 13350. 

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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  • Herkimer Working Solutions Workforce Workshops – All Workshops will be held at 1:30PM on the dates listed at link 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!
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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - April 27, 2026

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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 "DG" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday April 27, 2026 

Job Title: Youth Counselor                                                                 City: Utica, NY

Part time for a local nonprofit agency. Duties: Participate and lead recreational, educational and skill building activities. Support the development of healthy coping strategies and problem-solving skills. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required. Must have experience working with children and youth ages 8-16.

Pay: $42,000/year.                                                                               Job Order # NY1616839

Monday April 27, 2026 

Job Title: CDL-A Driver                                                                       City: Utica, NY

Full time for a grocery store. Duties: Safely operate vehicles to deliver products to designated locations. Assist with manual tasks when not driving, including lifting, standing, pushing, and pulling without limitations. Requirements: Valid CDL-A license with a clean driving record. Ability to perform physical labor as required.

Pay: $65,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1619566     

Tuesday April 28, 2026 

Job Title: Wireless Retail Sales Associate                                         City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for an outsources sales and marketing agency. Duties: Deliver five-star customer service, finding the perfect solutions for every customer. Process new activations, upgrades, and sales of wireless devices and accessories. Strive to hit sales goals. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Exceptional customer service and communication skills with a high-energy, positive attitude.

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1466166

Tuesday April 28, 2026

Job Title: Patient Care Technician                                                      City: Utica, NY

Full time for a non-profit health system. Duties: Assists staff in provision of basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients, i.e., personal hygiene, activities of daily living and mobility. Assists in the maintenance of safe and clean environments. Requirements: Basic life support and behavior management training to be completed by end of a probationary period and maintained while in position.

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1477033

Wednesday April 29, 2026

Job Title: Welder                                                                                 City: Little Falls, NY

Full time for a manufacturer. Duties: TIG weld, spot weld and MIG weld stainless steel. Interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan layouts. Requirements: BOCES welding certificate or 6 months of welding experience. Previous fabricating experience. Must be able to read measuring tapes and operate tools- grinder, and welding torch.

Pay: $19.00 - $31.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1613781

Wednesday April 29, 2026

Job Title: Cook                                                                                    City: Morrisville, NY      

Full time for a restaurant. Duties: Responsibilities will include providing excellent customer service, taking orders, making sandwiches and salads, maintaining a clean and welcoming environment, and handling transactions accurately. Requirements: Previous experience as a cook in a restaurant is preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1616897

Thursday April 30, 2026

Job Title: Production Associate                                                          City: Marcy, NY

Full time for a business services and supplies company. Duties: The tasks for this position may include participating in the loading or unloading of trucks, preparing or staging material and garments for loading, or performing other production jobs as needed. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be willing to work in a fast-paced, schedule driven environment with time pressures to complete work quickly.

Pay: $16.00 - $17.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1466447

Thursday April 30, 2026

Job Title: Motor Coach Driver                                                             City: Clinton, NY

Full time for a charter bus service. Duties: Provide transportation for passengers using a bus or motor coach. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. CDL B with passenger endorsement with at least 1 year of experience in commercial driving required. Must have the ability to read maps, maintain expense and mileage records, and complete incident reports.

Pay: Starts at $23.00/hour. Benefits.                                                   Job Order # NY1616895

Friday May 1, 2026

Job Title: Order Processor                                                                  City: Mohawk, NY

Full time for an office supply company. Duties: Picking and packing customer orders with accuracy and efficiency. Organize orders into the correct delivery routes for next-day delivery. Requirements: Valid driver’s license. High school diploma or the equivalent. Previous warehouse or related experience is a plus. Forklift experience preferred. 

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1618449

Friday May 1, 2026

Job Title: Utility/Production Service                                                    City: Canastota, NY

Full time for a metal fabricator. Duties: Perform general yard work and manual labor. Maintain electric fence systems. Move and sort materials, including basic wire sorting and de-reeling. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Previous experience with machine operation in a production or manufacturing environment preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay: $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1618509

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Helping CNY Get Back To Work

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