The deadline to apply is August 10, 2023.

The department has waived the fee for the exam this year.

The Utica Police Department has launched a website to make it easier for candidates to apply.

The website also has information regarding the application process for the officer examination that is coming up on September 9, 2023.

The new website also includes information about the benefits of joining the Deparment, eligibility requirements, the hiring process, and frequently asked questions.

It also has the exam notice, application for the examination and more. 

GO HERE TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY NOW

The New York State Department of Labor is offering these valuable online workshops this week-- plus you can speak to an Employment Counselor too! 

July 10

11 am - Learn New Skills with Coursera
1 pm - Social Media Featuring LinkedIn
1pm - Upskilling

July 11

11 am - Career Assessment & Exploration
11 am - Time Management
1 pm - Civil Service

July 12

11 am - Job Search Strategies
11 am - NYSDOL Training & Supportive Opportunities
1 pm -  Interviewing Techniques

July 13

11 am -  Transferable Skills
1 am  - SNAP Overview
1 pm  - Exploring JobZone

July 14 

11 am  -  Chat with an Employment Counselor
1 pm  - The Power of Positivity

GO HERE to learn more and sign up

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 July 10, 2023

Job Title: School Bus Driver Trainees                                                 City: Utica, NY

Full time for a bus company serving a local school district. Free CDL and endorsement training is available for those who want to start a driving career. Meet with a company representative to find out more tomorrow from 10 am to 12 pm at Utica Working Solutions. Requirements: Must have a valid New York State driver's license and be at least 21 years of age

Pay: Up to $23.50/hour depending on experience. Benefits.               Job Order # NY1471204

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Monday July 10, 2023

Job Title: Construction Ironworker Apprentice                                    City: Poland, NY

Full time for a company that installs fencing on major construction projects. Duties: Get paid while you train to become a journeyman in a New York State Registered Apprenticeship Program. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and one year of work experience. No ironworker experience necessary. Must have valid driver’s license and ability to lift 90 lbs.

Pay: Prevailing wage. Benefits.                                                          Job Order # NY1472080

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Tuesday July 11, 2023

Job Title: Lead Teller                                                                          City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time for a local bank. Duties: Manage day to day duties for the branch teller line, including scheduling tellers and providing coaching. Serve as the primary troubleshooter for complex problems. Requirements: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent business experience. 3 years demonstrated client relationship skills and 3 years’ experience in cash handling required.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # DF6461406

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Tuesday July 11, 2023

Job Title: Night Assistant Manager                                                      City: Little Falls, NY

Full time for a local grocery store. Duties: Oversee the entire third shift store operation two to three nights a week. Schedule and supervise all Night Crew Associates. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be able to manage others and demonstrate follow-through to achieve desired results and objectives.

Pay: $16.50 - $25.25 /hour based on experience. Benefits.                  Job Order # DF6470351

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Wednesday July 12, 2023

Job Title: Paralegal-Intake/Helpline                                                   City: Utica, NY

Full time for an agency that provides legal aid to low-income individuals. Duties: Screen calls from applicants to determine whether they are eligible, open intakes in the case management system for eligible callers and follow intake protocols to properly refer them. Requirements: Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, paralegal certificate, or an equivalent combination of prior work experience.

Pay: $40,250 - $61,378, depending on experience. Benefits.               Job Order # NY1471750

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Wednesday July 12, 2023

Job Title: Staff Accountant                                                                  City: Rome, NY

Full time for a copper products manufacturer. Duties: Perform daily customer invoicing & sales adjustments. Post journal entries & do general ledger accounting work. Requirements: Associates Degree in Accounting and 3 years of related experience. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Accounting experience in a manufacturing facility would be a plus.

Pay: $55,000-$65,000/year. Benefits.                                                   Job Order # DF6485211                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

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Thursday July 13, 2023

Job Title: Skilled Tradesman                                                               City: Newport, NY

Full time for a general contracting company. Duties: Perform residential remodels and repairs. Set up and clean up job sites, load and unload materials, and plan and complete specific projects. Requirements: Experience in framing, custom carpentry, flooring, drywall, painting, and installation of vinyl siding, windows, and doors. Transportation and cell phone required.

Pay: Starts at $20.00/hour. More based on experience.                       Job Order # NY1471996                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

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Thursday July 13, 2023

Job Title: Cook                                                                                              City: Hamilton, NY

Full time, for a hospitality company providing meal service at a local college. Job Duties: Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes. Clean kitchen after preparation and serving. Assist in ordering and receiving food and supplies Requirements: Prior culinary experience is preferred, but not required.

Pay: Starts at $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF6380794

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Friday July 14, 2023

Job Title: Project Director                                                                    City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a recovery program operated by a faith-based organization. Duties: Initiate, coordinate and promote the center's services, activities, and events. Requirements: Associates Degree in human services and 2 years' experience with a knowledge of substance abuse, trauma informed care, family systems and the recovery community. Valid NYS driver’s license required.

Pay: $30,000-$31,000/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1472040

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Friday July 14, 2023

Job Title: Offset Print Operator                                                            City: Utica, NY

Full time, first shift for a provider of electronic imaging and mailing services. Duties: Set up and run a printing press, maintain quality, and adjust ink and water roller pressures. Requirements: Associate's degree; or at least one year of related experience or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pay: $16.00-$20.00/hour. Benefits                                                         Job Order # NY1471958

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 Wednesday, July 12th, from 11:00am to 1:00pm.

We'll also have representatives from our training grant programs on hand to tell you about how we can help you jump start your career in a field that you love.

>Employers and Job Seekers can chat one-on-one using text or 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/WRveOW

(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 Tues., July 11th, starting at 9:00am.

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Sponsored by the Workforce Development Board's Regional Apprenticeship Development and Readiness (RADAR) Project. The RADAR project advances the U.S. Department of Labor’s efforts to expand and modernize Registered Apprenticeship by increasing the number of programs and apprentices, diversifying the industries that use Registered Apprenticeship and improving the access to and performance of Registered Apprenticeship Programs for underrepresented and underserved communities, with individuals with disabilities as the primary participants. This program is 100% funded by a United States Department of Labor - Employment and Training Administration’s (ETA) award of $2,999,993.

RADAR staff will be available at the job fair to speak with anyone interested in participating in the grant.

See who's looking to hire YOU this week!

Featured Job Opportunities

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Featured Hiring Events

• 7/10/23-Carpenters’ Local #277 will hold an information session at the Utica State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, first floor,  at 6 pm. Candidates should use the Genesee Street entrance. This is the first step in becoming a Union Carpenter and earning while you learn in their Apprenticeship Program. 
• 7/11/23-Durham School Services will be recruiting Drivers, Driver Trainees and Bus Assistants at Utica Working Solutions from 10 am to 12 pm. They are offering a 6 week free paid training for people who would like to get their CDL B Driver’s license and drive bus this next school year.  Call 315-275-8329 – Monday through Friday – 8 AM - 4 PM for more information.
• 7/12/23-Seven County Virtual Job Fair  sponsored by the Workforce Development Board’s Regional Apprenticeship Development And Readiness grant Wed., July 12th, from 11am to 1pm. All job seekers and businesses in these counties are welcome: Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida and Onondaga. The registration link is:  https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/WRveOW (Businesses select: "Organization" Job Seekers select: "Attendee"). 
• 7/13/23-Durham School Services Will be recruiting Drivers, Driver Trainees and Bus Assistants at Herkimer Working Solutions, 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer from 10 am to 12 pm. Free training is available for people interested in getting their CDL B Driver’s license. 
• 7/10-7/15/23-First Student’s National Hiring Week. They are looking for Van Drivers, School Bus Drivers, and more. They will hold an Open House/Job Fair on 7/11/23 from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM at 6700 Martin Street, Rome, New York 13440. 
• Save the Date-Central/ Mohawk Valley Virtual Career Fair 7/25/23
• Pratt & Whitney HMI Interview Day in Clayville, NY is each Wednesday; Must apply online at https://www.Careers.RTX.com and receive invite from business.
• Walmart in Utica and New Hartford is holding open interviews on Tuesdays at 5 pm at the Utica Walmart and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 am at the New Hartford Walmart. 
• Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center is hiring Food Service and Environmental Services workers. No experience needed. To find out more call 315-738-4425.