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Aug 14

11 am Give Yourself Credit: SUNY Empire State College Info Session
11 am Roadmap to Getting Hired
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Aug 15

11 am Civil Service
11 am Spanish: Roadmap to Getting Hired
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Aug 16

11 am Chat with an Employment Counselor

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Explore the opportunities available in our area for employment and skill development!

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 8/14/24 – WKTV Career Fair 9:00AM – 2:00PM at the Adirondack Bank Center. 400 Oriskany St W, Utica, NY. Visit https://www.wktv.com/career-fair/ for more information. 
• 8/15/24 – DFAS Job Fair 4:30PM – 6:30PM at the Sherrill Community Activity Center. 139 E Hamilton Ave, Sherrill, NY. Currently hiring for Accounting Technicians, Contact Representatives, Accountants, and Financial Analysts. Information will be shared on DFAS career opportunities including the application process. 
• 8/16/24 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer. 
• 8/20/24 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM.  Save the date!
• 8/21/24 – 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.
• 9/10/24 – RADAR Virtual Job Fair. Register today at link!
• 9/26/24 – 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. 
• 9/28/24 – New York State Park Police Civil Service Exam. Apply by August 14^th at https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/types/oc/. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

• 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. 
• MV Tech Corps Training at MVCC. Get started on a career path in Mechatronics, Welding, Carpentry, Masonry, CNC Machining or HVAC. Earn a tech or trades certificate from MVCC in just eight months. MV Tech Corps provides full tuition and fees at MVCC, as well as last-dollar support for required materials expenses to eligible candidates.  Contact Rachel Maiolo at to find out more. Interested candidates can visit https://www.mvcc.edu/mvtechcorps/ and complete an interest form so you will be contacted when registration for the Fall Semester begins.
• The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Krystal Curley, Program Outreach Specialist I for the NYS Department of Civil Service for a new workshop, Demystifying Civil Service & NY State Positions. The workshop will take place September 12, 2024, from 9:30AM – 11:30AM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Register today at or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. More information at links
• 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 . 
• Do you need career coaching? Are you unsure of your future career path or need advice on your next steps? Call and make an appointment today for one-on-one career coaching with Stephanie, the Executive Director of the Women’s Employment and Resource Center, at (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. Their office is open Monday – Thursday, 8:30AM – 4:00PM located at 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Appointments are available for the month of August. 
• Help preserve the peace within our parks! The New York State Park Police are looking to add to their patrol force. A brochure is here with more information regarding the required civil service test, the exam & selection process, salary, benefits, and more!
• 8/19/2024 through 8/30/2024 – Free Trades Pre-Apprenticeship Program. 9:00AM to 3:00PM at MVCC’s Utica Campus. Course includes OSHA-30 Certification, opportunity to gain transferable and in-demand skills, Interview with local employers upon completion. For more information contact Sommer Edwards at (315) 207-6951 ext. 133 email: .

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For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center. 

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Monday August 12, 2024 

Job Title: Assistant Controller                                                             City: Utica, NY

Full time for a public institution. Duties: Assist the Controller in carrying day-to-day duties related to maintenance and supervision of accounting, reporting, and fiscal controls over assets. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field. 3 years of accounting experience with responsibility for preparation of trial balances, journal entries, etc., within an organization of medium complexity.

Pay: $68,475/year. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1506669

Monday August 12, 2024 

Job Title: Machinist                                                                             City: Utica, NY

Full time for a global leader in mobile and industrial hydraulics. Duties: Sustain production tools, provide consistent tool performance, while partnering with Manufacturing Engineering, Facilities, and Production. Requirements: Must have 5+ years’ experience in a Machinist role. Previous CNC programming experience preferred.

Pay: $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # DF8564140           

Tuesday August 13, 2024 

Job Title: Custodian                                                                             City: Vernon, NY

Full time for a casino hotel. Duties: Responsible for the general cleaning of all public areas, restrooms and offices throughout the entire project complex as needed. Use equipment to strip, wax, and buff floors, extract carpets and do power washing when designated. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.

Pay: $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # DF8569654

Tuesday August 13, 2024

Job Title: Retail Department Manager                                                  City: Rome, NY

Full time for a discount store. Duties: Grow department sales to achieve the store sales plan. Responsibilities include aspects of merchandising, customer service, and store maintenance. Requirements: Minimum of six months’ retail experience in a mid-size to large retail service-oriented business preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # DF8575794

Wednesday August 14, 2024

Job Title: Furniture Assembly/Receiver                                               City: Mohawk, NY

Full time for an office supply store. Duties: Responsible for receiving incoming trucks of product & verifying that all product is in the delivery, as well as verify in system that is has been received, tag orders, place them in their bins, and stage furniture for deliveries. Requirements: One-year certificate from college or technical school; or 3-6 months related experience and/or training.

Pay: $16.50 - $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # NY1506282

Wednesday August 14, 2024

Job Title: Tool & Mold Design Engineer                                              City: Oneida, NY         

Full time for a plastic injection molding service. Duties: Work directly with the team to create, develop, and implement efficient manufacturing systems, tools, and molds to reduce costs while maintaining standards of operations. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering required. Must have at least 5 years of engineering and/or toolmaker experience.

Pay: $60,000 - $110,000/year. Benefits.                                                Job Order # DF8582051

Thursday August 15, 2024

Job Title: Unit Secretary                                                                      City: Utica, NY

Full time for a multiple service charitable organization. Duties: Convey a professional and compassionate image while assisting with daily functioning of the program. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Experience working in substance use treatment setting required. Current, clean, and valid NYS driver’s license preferred. Previous experience working as a receptionist or clerical preferred.

Pay: $16.50 - $17.50/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # DF8560213

Thursday August 15, 2024

Job Title: Sales Specialist                                                                   City: Utica, NY

Full time for a kitchen remodeler. Duties: Primary responsibility will encompass customer service & engagement, active promotion of our comprehensive range of products and services, and scheduling & ordering. Requirements: Possess keen attentiveness to the unique needs of clientele, consistently striving to surpass expectations and deliver unparalleled service.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # NY1506510

Friday August 16, 2024

Job Title: Housekeeper                                                                        City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a medical clinic. Duties: Patient ambassador for the hospital, interacting with patients while cleaning, using appropriate chemicals to clean and/or sanitize the areas assigned, following infection control procedures, and utilizing the duty list checklist. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.

Pay: $16.00 - $24.00/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # DF8592713

Friday August 16, 2024

Job Title: Baker                                                                                    City: Hamilton, NY

Full time for a food service company. Duties: Prepare baked goods according to recipes and production specifications. Ensure proper food preparation by utilizing approved recipes, following prescribed production standards and use of proper equipment. Bake breads, pies, cakes, cookies, and other pastries. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # DF8572494

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