As February swiftly draws to a close, the opportunities for finding new jobs and acquiring new skills remain strong. Check out these great opportunities below:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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• NYS Department of Corrections and Community Services will be hosting 3 upcoming recruitments at the Herkimer Career Center, 320 N Prospect St., Herkimer on 3/4, 3/24, and 4/15, all events running from 10:00AM–12:00PM. Anyone interested about learning more about the Corrections positions are encouraged to attend one of the recruitment sessions.
• New York State Park Police – The Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation is now accepting applications for State Park Police Officers across New York State. Selected candidates will attend the training academy in the Albany area (if invited) and, upon graduation, be assigned to a region anywhere in New York State. Applications and documentation are due by February 28, 2026! Am I Eligible? Candidates must be at least 20 years of age at the time of hire. Must not have passed your 43rd birthday by October 1, 2026. Military service (up to 6 years) may be deducted from age, if applicable. Education/Experience Requirements: Applicants must meet experience requirements by February 18, 2026 (if applicable) and education requirements by June 30, 2026 (if applicable). You qualify if you meet one of the following: 60 college semester credit hours, OR 2 years of active U.S. military service with an honorable discharge* 4 years of U.S. military reserve or National Guard service* 2 years full-time NYS Police Officer experience with valid NYS Municipal Police Training certification* Note: 30 college credits may substitute for one year of required experience; A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Education must be from an accredited institution (U.S. or verified equivalent). For more information, please visit: https://parks.ny.gov/park-police/park-police-new. 

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• Turning Stone Walk-In Wednesdays – Explore open positions at Salt; White Pine Cafe; The Pantry; The Crescent; and The Grand Expo on Wednesdays in February from 10:00AM – 6:00PM at the Tower Meeting Rooms at Turning Stone Casino Resort Casino, 5218 Patrick Rd, Verona, NY 13478. No appointment needed! The interview process is quick, and same-day job offers are available. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
• 2/24/26 – FREE Virtual Job Fair: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties. Don’t miss the 3 – County Job Fair on Wednesday, Feb 24th from 11:00AM – 1:00PM! 
• 3/3/26 – Golf Jobs Hiring Event from 1:00PM – 5:00PM at The Shenendoah Clubhouse at Turning Stone Resort Casino, 5218 Patrick Rd, Verona, NY 13478. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
• 3/3/26 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:00PM 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!
• 3/12/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions, 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY 13350. Save the date!
• 3/19/26 – 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. Save the date!
• 3/24/26 – WERC Demystifying State Civil Service to Find Careers in State Government from 11:00AM – 12:30PM located at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Register today at or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. 
• 3/26/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:30PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions, 320 N Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
• NYS DOCCS – Join a Virtual Recruiting Event to learn how you can become a NYS Correction Officer Trainee! 

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. 
• WERC Presenting Yourself to Employers Training – The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering their Presenting Yourself to Employers Training! The training will take place on February 24th + February 26th from 9:00AM – 12:30PM. Register today at or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. 
• Spring WERCshop Series – The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering their Spring WERCshop Series. If you are unemployed, or under employed and actively seeking employment, this is a great opportunity to learn Computer Basics, Keyboarding, Resumes, & more! Limited Seats, Register Now!  
• Mohawk Valley Build – MV Build is a paid 12-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The program runs from March 2 to May 22.