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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 Exam Announcement: Population Health Specialist

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Examination Open to the Public

FILING DEADLINE –-
Applications must be received or postmarked by: March 18, 2024

Salary: $52,000 per year (2024 Base Salary).

View details at link:

Population Health Specialist 2024

Date of Examination: March 23, 2024

Examination # 87218

The  posting, informational page and application can be found here: http://herkimercounty.org

That will bring you to the home page - then 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:

"Examinations - currently announced"

That will bring you to all the pertinent information.

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The Red Cross is recruiting a Donor Center Phlebotomist/Customer Service in New Hartford - Training Provided

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"WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD"

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Take the time to personally connect with donors – listen to their stories and help them understand how impactful their donation is. 

  • Collaborate with your teammates to create a welcoming and friendly environment so our volunteer donors feel comfortable coming back again and again.  

  • Be detailed oriented all day, every day. This ensures that the blood you collect meets goals, regulatory requirements and can be safely transfused 

 

Standard Schedule:  

  • To best meet the needs of our donors and community, staff work a variable schedule which may include early mornings, late nights, weekends and holidays.  

  • Schedule is provided 2-3 week in advance 

 

Pay Information:

  • Starting rate $19.00

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Additional Oneida County Civil Service examinations: Higher-Level Clerical series

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Application Deadline: March 15, 2024

Assistant Motor Vehicle Bureau Supervisor #88-028 (OC)

Assistant Motor Vehicle Bureau Supervisor #73-063 (PROM)

Senior Motor Vehicle Representative #86-104 (OC)

Senior Motor Vehicle Representative #73-333 (PROM)

Examination Date: May 4, 2024

https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/exams

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FREE Virtual Job Fair Tuesday, February 27, 2024

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All businesses and job seekers in the following counties are invited to register: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego counties.

The job fair will take place Tuesday, February 27th, from 11am to 1pm.

There will also be staff available from our training grant programs to talk to job seekers about how our free grant programs can help job seekers get started in a satisfying and good paying career.

>Employers and Job Seekers can chat one-on-one using text and can also meet over video

>Comprehensive reporting features for both employers and job seekers

>Easy-to-use Premier Virtual Job Fair platform

Register today! The combined registration link for businesses and job seekers is:

https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/8wpYld

(Businesses select: "Organization"
Job Seekers select: "Attendee")

If you have previously attended one of our Premier Virtual Job Fair platform job fairs, select "Log In"

Job Seekers can log in to "preview" the job opportunities on February 26th at 8am. (There will be no representatives in employer booths during the preview period.) 

View/Download the Flyer

Read the Press Release

Businesses registered as of February 22nd:

Centro
Masonic Care Community
CIRCARE
Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County
www.kelberman.org
Resource Center for Independent Living
Mohawk Valley Community College
OTSEGO COUNTY - GOVERNMENT
NYS OPWDD - Broome DDSOO
Working Solutions
Bluefors Cryocooler Technologies, Inc.
Kamp Kiwanis
First Choice Staffing
Education and Training Resources/Oneonta Job Corps Academy
opwdd.ny.gov/career-opportunities
Sysco
Pathfinder Village
Lithia & Driveway
Human Technologies
Springbrook
sitrin.com
Arc of Onondaga
Kool KIdz Daycare Center
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES
Sonbyrne Sales Inc./Byrne Dairy & Deli Retail Stores
Nurse Connection Staffing
Turnpoint Services
Center for Family Life and Recovery Inc
Northland Communications
CCI Companies, Inc.
CABVI
HP Hood LLC
Upstate Caring Partners
Seniors Helping Seniors(R)
UPS
Colgate University
Holbrook Heating Inc.
DUMAC Business Systems, Inc.
American Medical Response
Bassett Healthcare Networok
St. Josephs Health
CrestHill Suites
Green Empire Farms

 

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The RADAR grant project is 100% funded by a United States Department of Labor - Employment and Training Administration’s (ETA) award of $2,999,993. Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. To learn more about this grant project, go here.

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WKTV-2 "Back 2 Work" Job Opportunities - February 12, 2024

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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 "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Job Title: Front Gate Associate                                                            City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, for a company that manufactures copper products. Duties: Receive scrap metal trucks. Coordinate the entrance and exit of suppliers and contractors and the exit of finished good shipments. Requirements: Associates Degree or experience in a related field. Experience interacting with customers, or the public required. Must have computer skills and be able to work off shift as needed.

Pay: $40,000-$50,000/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF7636308

 

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Job Title: Peer Specialist                                                                     City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a human service agency serving people in recovery. Duties: Mentor clients in areas that support recovery such as effective communication, self-care, self-advocacy, and conflict resolution. Requirements: Must be at least 18 with a high school diploma or the equivalent. Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) or NYS Certified Peer Specialist or provisional status must be attained within 90-days.

 

Pay: $18.00-$20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order # DF7633727

           

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Job Title: Executive Team Leader                                                        City:  New Hartford, NY

 

Full time for a large department store. Duties: Manage the Food & Beverage department including replenishment, inventory, presentation, pricing, and promotional signing for all general merchandise areas of the store. Requirements: A 4-year degree or equivalent experience. Strong interest and knowledge of the Food & Beverage business and strong communication skills required.

 

Pay: $60,000 - $120,000/year. Benefits.                                                Job Order # DF7633116    

 

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Job Title: WIC Qualified Nutritionist                                                    City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a community action agency. Duties: Provide nutrition counseling and education to participants in both individual and group settings Travel to other Tri-County WIC offices as needed.  Requirements: At least a Bachelors or Masters in Nutrition. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is preferred.

Pay: $23.50/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # NY1487330 

 

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Job Title: HVAC Worker                                                                       City: Richfield Springs, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, for an electrical contractor. Duties: Install, maintain and repair residential and light commercial heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment. Requirements: Experience preferred.  Must be able to follow directions and be willing to learn. Valid driver's license required.

Pay: $18.00-$25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order # NY1487091

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Job Title: Grill Cook                                                                             City: Hamilton, NY

 

Full time, Friday thru Tuesday 3pm-11pm shift for a local restaurant. Duties: Prepare food to order, maintain clean and sanitary work area. Requirements: Must have flexibility in scheduling. Must be a reliable, self-starter, willing to cooperate with others and take direction from management.

Must be able to walk for long periods of times, lift up to ten pounds, and stand for long periods of time.

Pay: $20.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1486939   

 

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Job Title: Entry Level Computer Engineer                                           City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a small, established research-oriented engineering firm. Duties: Perform a variety of roles including customer relations, computer system architecture design, and software development based on customer specifications. Requirements: Bachelor of Science degree in computer engineering, computer science or a related field. Must have or be eligible for a Department of Defense security clearance.

Pay: $70,000-$80,000/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order# DF7648697 

 

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Job Title: Forklift Operator                                                                   City: Sangerfield, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a company that builds manufactured housing. Job Duties: Load materials into vehicles and install strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent damage in transit. Convey materials from storage or work sites to designated areas.  Requirements: Previous Forklift Operator experience preferred. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment desired. Must have a current Forklift Certification.

Pay: $15.00-$25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order # DF7643075

 

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Job Title: Senior Inventory Clerk                                                         City: Little Falls, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a local health care system. Job Duties: Assure all supplies and equipment are accurately received, stocked, distributed, and shipped. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent highly preferred. Minimum 3 years warehouse or healthcare inventory supply management experience required. Must have valid NYS driver’s license.

Pay: $16.65-$24.97/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order # DF7625560

 

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Job Title: Quality Manager                                                                   City: Cazenovia, NY

 

Full time for a company that produces highly engineered capacitors and microwave components. Duties: Lead continuous improvement and optimization of all quality related plant processes. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or the equivalent or 10 plus years progressive work experience in a similar field, preferably within Defense or Aerospace industries.

 Pay: $90,000-$140,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # DF7653822

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Helping CNY Get Back To Work

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.

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209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.