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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.

FREE Webinar: Strategies on how to Successfully apply for Positions at DFAS: October 25, 2023

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The Defense Finance and Accounting Service Center is recruiting to fill positions for Accounting Technicians and Contact Representatives.

These entry-level federal jobs support America’s Heroes by resolving issues related to their travel pay and financial information. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in Customer Care, Finance or Accounting who want to serve those who defend America.


•Training and equipment will be made available.

•DFAS offers great benefits, and opportunities for education and advancement.

•This position is eligible for local telework near the duty station of the position, subject to management review and approval.

To help candidates successfully apply for these jobs, a "Get Hired at DFAS" webinar will be offered on: Wednesday, October 25th at 5:00 PM

DFAS staff will provide information to assist applicants in understanding how to effectively navigate the online application process. Learn how to make sure your skills stand out in the online application process so you can advance to the interview stage for DFAS hiring.

To attend this webinar, register in advance here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MlUQBSuaR-yc3hvV9TDwqQ

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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

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FREE Virtual Job Fair: Tuesday, October 24, 2023

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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, October 24, 2023, from 11:00am to 1:00pm

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


>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/xXv448

(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 Oct. 23rd at 8am.

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 Registered Businesses as of Oct. 23rd

OTSEGO COUNTY - GOVERNMENT
Bassett Healthcare Network
Springbrook
NYS OPWDD - Broome DDSOO
Birnie Bus Service
Optum: UnitedHealth Group
First Choice Staffing
Community Wellness Partners
Otsego Northern Catskills BOCES
NYSCRC Americorps Seniors - Senior Demonstration Program
LEAF, Inc
Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County
Upstate NY ReEntry Network
Mohawk Valley Health System (Wynn Hospital)
SUNY Delhi
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Sysco
Leonard Bus Sales, Inc.
Parratt-Wolff, Inc.
Mohawk Valley Water Authority
Adirondack Bank
Aerotek
Chartwells Dining Services @ Colgate University
Hutchings Psychiatric Center
Brookdale Senior Living
SUNY Morrisville
Emerald Equipment Systems Inc
Sustainable Office Solutions, LLC
Gear Jammerz
New York State Veterans Home at Oxford
Doce Lume Farm/Go Native! perennials LLC
Defense Finance and Accounting Service
Liberty Resources
Corning Incorporated - Oneonta
Janitronics Inc.
UPS
T&K Lumber Company
Center for Family Life and Recovery Inc.
SUNY
HP Hood LLC
Centro
AmeriCorps VISTA
Thompson & Johnson Equipment Co.
Education and Training Resources/Oneonta Job Corps Academy
Janitronics Facility Services Inc.

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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.

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Monday, October 9th, is Columbus Day

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The Workforce Development Board and all Working Solutions offices will be closed in observance of the holiday. 

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October 2023 Newsletters: New Opportunities and Events

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Don't miss this edition of our Workforce Development Board/Working Solutions newsletter! 

We have a new grant to tell you about, plus we're sharing:

Incentives for employers

New learning/training opportunities for job seekers

A new job opportunity at the WDB

Great success stories

Staff news

Upcoming hiring events and featured job opportunities

And lots more...

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Volunteer to be a Tax-Aide

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50 Forward Mohawk Valley is Coordinating a Volunteer Tax-Aide Program.

They are looking for compassionate and friendly people to join their volunteer team this upcoming tax season.

They'll provide the training and support to help you learn new skills.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax-filing help to those who need it most.

To volunteer or get more information contact Kari Johnson at 315-223-3973 ext.117 or

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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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Online resources and personal assistance by Advisers at the Working Solutions centers combine to help you maximize the tools needed for an effective job search.

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Working Solutions
209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

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