The end of January is quickly approaching, but that won’t stop the opportunities for finding new jobs and learning new skills! Here are some events you may want to attend!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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Birnie Bus – Public bus drivers needed for the Madison Transit System! Flexible Schedules/Paid Training; Excellent Starting Rate; Sign-On Bonus & CDL Cost Covered! Apply today at https://www.jointeambirnie.com/! 

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 1/27/26 – The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison and Oneida Counties, Inc., will be holding a FREE Virtual Job Fair on Tuesday, January 27th from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. 
• 2/2/26 – DFAS Job Fair 4:30PM – 6:30PM at the Dunham Public Library. 76 Main Street, Whitesboro, NY. Currently hiring for Accounting Technicians, Contact Representatives, Accountants, and Financial Analysts. Information will be shared on DFAS career opportunities including the application process. 
• 2/3/26 – DFAS Job Fair 4:30PM – 6:30PM at the Jervis Public Library. 613 N. Washington Street, Rome, NY. Currently hiring for Accounting Technicians, Contact Representatives, Accountants, and Financial Analysts. Information will be shared on DFAS career opportunities including the application process. 
• 2/6/26 – Oneida County DCFS Employment Division Job Fair from 9:00AM – 12:00PM at the Oneida County Office Building, 800 Park Avenue, Utica, NY 13501. 
• 2/10/26 – DFAS Job Fair 4:30PM – 6:30PM at the Dunham Public Library. 76 Main Street, Whitesboro, NY. Currently hiring for Accounting Technicians, Contact Representatives, Accountants, and Financial Analysts. Information will be shared on DFAS career opportunities including the application process.
• 2/10/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 10:30AM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions, 320 N Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
• 2/11/26 – DFAS Job Fair 4:30PM – 6:30PM at the Jervis Public Library. 613 N. Washington Street, Rome, NY. Currently hiring for Accounting Technicians, Contact Representatives, Accountants, and Financial Analysts. Information will be shared on DFAS career opportunities including the application process. 
• 2/12/26 – 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. Save the date!
• 2/18/26 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
• 2/19/26 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 10:00AM and is located at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY.
• 3/7/26 – The Cove Summer Hiring Event from Noon – 4:00PM at Sylvan Beach Supply Co. at The Cove 750 Pioneer Ave., Sylvan Beach, NY 13157. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!

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. 
• Time is running out to sign up for Advance 2 Apprenticeship at MVCC. They are enrolling for their Spring Session now. You’ll receive training to develop in-demand skills to jumpstart your career in Manufacturing. There is no cost to students. It runs February 23 – May 13. There will be an Open House February 4th at 4:00PM at the Mohawk Valley Community College Rome Campus – Plumley Complex.

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 26, 2026 

Job Title: Volunteer Coordinator                                                         City: Utica, NY

Full time for a senior citizen center. Duties: Assess volunteer needs of the community. Perform volunteer recruitment and placement for Volunteer Department programs. Interview and place volunteers in community and agency assignments. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid & clean NYS driver’s license and own vehicle required. Experience working with volunteers.

Pay: $36,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1556042

Monday January 26, 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 # NY1559392     

Tuesday January 27, 2026 

Job Title: Associate Material Handler                                                 City: Utica, NY

Full time for a medical technology manufacturer. Duties: Responsible for supporting warehouse operations by handling, moving, and storing materials efficiently and safely to and from production areas. Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. 6-12 months of work experience preferred.

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1557701

Tuesday January 27, 2026

Job Title: Retail Sales Specialist                                                        City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a broadband connectivity and telecommunications company. Duties: Enhancing the customer experience while meeting sales, service, and operational goals. Identifying sales opportunities and creating ideal customer experiences through product support and education. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 1-5 years of sales/customer service experience preferred.

Pay: $18.00 - $22.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1558643

Wednesday January 28, 2026

Job Title: Diesel Mechanic                                                                  City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for a paving contractor. Duties: Perform maintenance and repair on diesel trucks and heavy equipment. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have at least 2 years of experience. Must have a valid, clean driver's license. DOT physical exam and alcohol/drug pre-screening test required.

Pay: $26.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1556694

Wednesday January 28, 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. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1557877

Thursday January 29, 2026

 Job Title: Social Care Navigator                                                          City: Utica, NY

Full time for a senior citizen center. Duties: Organize and provide screening services for potential clients and other older community members. Conduct home visits to establish relationships with clients while providing general support and encouragement. Requirements: Valid NYS driver’s license and reliable transportation. High school diploma or the equivalent.

Pay: $36,000/year.                                                                               Job Order # NY1556045

Thursday January 29, 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 # NY1558788

Friday January 30, 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 # NY1558961

Friday January 30, 2026

Job Title: Senior Diesel Mechanic                                                       City: Canastota, NY

Full time for an equipment rental agency. Duties: Responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining our fleet of heavy equipment, ensuring they operate at peak performance. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Muat have a valid driver’s license. Associates degree from a vocational program, technical school, or community college is preferred.

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1558949

DFAS is seeking talented individuals to join their team!

Accounts Maintenance Clerk/Accounting Technician

DFAS – Rome, NY

• Salary: $36,409 to - $52,957 per year (GS 4-5)
• Permanent • Full-time

Open through 02/06/2026

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/855397700

Accounting Technician

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

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

Open through 4/27/2026

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/855153000

Military Pay Technician

DFAS – Cleveland, OH; Indianapolis, IN; or Rome, NY. 

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

Open through 4/27/2026

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/855223300

IT Specialist

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

• Salary: $57,331 to - $121,502 per year (GS 07/09/11/12)
• Permanent • Full-time

Open through 4/27/2026

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/854965900

* BE SURE TO SELECT YOUR LOCAL AREA WHEN APPLYING

DFAS is excited to connect with the community at two local libraries. Team members from DFAS will be on-site to answer questions and share information about the rewarding career opportunities available with the agency.

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Department: Public Health Title: Supervising Community Health Nurse

Permanent Opening,

Full Time Position

Salary: $67,980.00 (2026 base pay rate)

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 1/21/26 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. 
• 1/21/26 – NYS Office of Family and Child Services, Taberg Residential Center for Girls Hiring Event from 10:00AM – 2:00PM at 10011 Taberg-Florence Road, Taberg, NY 13471. 
• 1/22/26 – 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. 
• 1/27/26 – The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison and Oneida Counties, Inc., will be holding a FREE Virtual Job Fair on Tuesday, January 27th from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. 
• 2/6/26 – Oneida County DCFS Employment Division Job Fair from 9:00AM – 12:00PM at the Oneida County Office Building, 800 Park Avenue, Utica, NY 13501.

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.