Base rate of pay is $57,330 and includes health insurance, enrollment into the NYS Retirement system, and generous PTO.

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Interested candidates can send your resume to Christina Cain, Public Health Director at

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

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., is recruiting for Case Managers to be based in Utica, NY. JOB DESCRIPTION AND RECOMMENDED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT LINK: The Workforce Development Board is Hiring Case Managers in Utica for our Grant Projects! - Working Solutions Blog | Working Solutions | An American Job Center.

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 1/8/25 – Valley Health Services Hiring Event for CNAs and LPNs from 11:00AM – 6:00PM located at 60 West Germany Street, Herkimer, NY 13350. 
• 1/15/25 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 11:15AM and is located at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY in the Adirondack Room. 
• 1/15/25 – 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.  
• 1/21/25 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 11:00AM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
• 1/22/25 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM.  Save the date!

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

• NYS DOCCS is now hiring experienced officers! Continue your career with advanced placement offers, great benefits, and possibilities for additional compensation. For more information contact . 
• The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., is recruiting for Case Managers to be based in Utica, NY. Case Managers will be responsible for recruitment, intake, and case management of participants; oversee training and/or employment placement of participants; and coordinate services with partner training providers and employers. This position is full time, salary range $45,000 - $50,000 with benefits, including health & dental insurance, retirement fund matching up to 6%, 35-hour work week, 2 weeks’ vacation. JOB DESCRIPTION AND RECOMMENDED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT LINK: The Workforce Development Board is Hiring Case Managers in Utica for our Grant Projects! - Working Solutions Blog | Working Solutions | An American Job Center. To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to  .
• Critical Sectors Job Quality Grant – This program aids to implement systems change in workforce development efforts for individuals located in the Greater Mohawk Valley region of New York State who work in the Childcare Sector or are in need of childcare.
• Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy.  Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400. 
• Real Life Rosies Bootcamp – A great opportunity for women! Prepare for a career or Registered Apprenticeship in Advanced Manufacturing. There is no cost to participate. Transportation and childcare are available. $1000 stipend upon completion of the program.  The next training runs February 3 – April 22, 2025. The program is offered by MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, Mohawk Valley Community College, and Working Solutions.
• The Women's Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering a new workshop series: Google Docs & Google Sheets Training! It will be over the course of 3 weeks, every Tuesday and Wednesday, starting February 11th until February 26th. On the final day, all attendees will receive a certificate for completing the course (18 hours of training). 

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 January 6, 2025 

Job Title: Phlebotomist                                                                       City: Rome, NY

Full time for a medical lab. Duties: Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Phlebotomy certification or completed training program from an accredited agency or previous experience as a phlebotomist is require. Must be Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.

Pay: $15.98 - $23.96/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF9319215

Monday January 6, 2025                                                                         

Job Title: Production Worker                                                              City: Utica, NY

Full time for a non-profit organization that creates employment for people with disabilities. Duties: Perform a variety of light manufacturing, assembly, packaging, or material handling tasks and operate various types of production equipment. Requirements: Must be able to distinguish shades of color. Must be able to manipulate products using fine motor skills.

Pay: $15.50 - $19.75/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF9318829     

Tuesday January 7, 2025 

 Job Title: Per Diem Driver                                                                   City: Utica, NY

Part time for an organization that provides vocational rehabilitation and other services to NYS residents who are legally blind. Duties: Transport a staff member to various locations for appointments, waiting during home visits, and ensuring safe travel throughout the assigned counties. Requirements: Valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Must be comfortable with the presence of a guide dog.

Pay: $19.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1518386

Tuesday January 7, 2025

 Job Title: Patient Registration Clerk                                                   City: Utica, NY

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Arrange for the efficient and accurate registration of patients of both scheduled and walk in services. Use pre-determined interviewing techniques and scripting when obtaining information from patients and/or patient representatives. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent.

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF9319357

Wednesday January 8, 2025

Job Title: Merchandising Service Associate                                       City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a retail company. Duties: Ensure store's signage, pricing information, and displays are accurate, so merchandise is easy to locate. Create product displays that are safe, clean, visually appealing, and easy for customers to access. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Experience performing product merchandising tasks preferred.

Pay: $15.50 - $21.70/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF9335844

Wednesday January 8, 2025

 Job Title: Clay Studio Assistant                                                          City: Hamilton, NY           

Full time for a pottery studio. Duties: Keep the studio tidy and safe, including daily cleaning of workspaces, tools, and equipment. Manage inventory and restock materials such as clay, glazes, and tools. Ensure studio equipment is operational and well-maintained. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have the willingness to learn about ceramics processes and studio operations.

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1520781

Thursday January 9, 2025

 Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist                                               City: Utica, NY

Full time for a human services organization. Duties: Compile and maintain accounts payable records. Increase operational efficiency by accurately processing and making payments of vendor invoices, while maximizing vendor cash discounts, where applicable. Requirements: Associate degree or 3 years’ experience in accounts payable or related field. Must have NYS driver’s license.

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF9318419

Thursday January 9, 2025

Job Title: Counselor Aide                                                                    City: Utica, NY

Full time for an addiction treatment center. Duties: Assist with screening, intake, orientation, referral, counseling, crisis response, patient education, case management, reporting and record keeping, and consultation. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid NYS driver’s license. Customer service and/or human services experience preferred.

Pay: $15.50 - $20.18/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF9330761

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• New free learning/training opportunities
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