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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 Online Workshops/Chat with an Employment Counselor - March 27, 2023

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This week you can take these FREE online workshops from the NYS Department of Labor--and on Friday you can chat with an Employment Counselor...

 

March 28
11:00am NYS DOL Resources 101
11:00am Salary Negotiation
1:00pm Roadmap to Getting Hired
 
March 29
11:00am Fostering Access, Rights & Equity (FARE) for Women Workers
1:00pm Communication Skills
1:00pm Public Speaking
 
March 30
11:00am Social Media Featuring LinkedIn
1:00pm Interviewing Techniques
 
March 31
1:00pm Chat with an Employment Counselor
 
 
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Featured Job Opportunities and Upcoming Hiring Events - March 24, 2023

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See who's looking to HIRE YOU this week!

Featured Job Opportunities

The Workforce Development Board is looking for a Placement Coordinator in Utica

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/20/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/21/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/22/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/23/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/24/2023

 

Hiring Events

• April 5th from 2:00pm to 6:30pm RCIL will host their 2023 Job Fair at the RCIL Building at 131 Genesee St. Stop by for an on-the-spot interview.
• April 6th from 2:00pm to 4:00 pm the Laborer’s International Union will be recruiting at Herkimer Working Solutions. Event Cancelled.
• April 12th from 11:00am to 1:00pm the Workforce Development Board’s RADAR Grant will host a Six-County Virtual Career Fair. All Businesses and Job Seekers welcome. 
• April 19th from 11:00 am to 1:00pm stop by the Utica Mini Job Fair at the Utica Working Solutions Career Center
• April 25th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm the NYS Department of Labor Central/Mohawk Valley Virtual Career Fair. Details to come. 

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Featured Job Opportunities and Hiring Events - March 17, 2023

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See who's looking to HIRE YOU this week!

Featured Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/13/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/14/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/15/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/16/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/17/2023

Events coming up next week include:

Something to look forward to in April:

The Oneida County Youth Bureau Job Fair April 11th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. 

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City of Utica Youth Bureau Youth Job Fair April 11, 2023

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This is a great opportunity for area youth ages 14-21 to find employment (part-time, seasonal, or permanent).

Where: The City of Utica Youth Bureau, 220 Memorial Parkway, Utica, NY
When: Tuesday, April 11th, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm

You will be able to speak with local employers about seasonal, part-time or permanent employment!

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Are you a woman looking to start a new career path?

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Have you ever wondered how something was made? Do you want a career in a growing tech industry?

This 72-hour course introduces a wide range of manufacturing processes, including safety, CNC Machining, hand tool usage, robotics, and lean manufacturing. Training will include skills that will help you grow professionally.

Come learn about new job opportunities in the field!

COURSE DETAILS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
>No cost to participate.

>Classes run May 2nd – July 27th, 2023 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.

>Tuesday classes are in-person at Mohawk Valley Community College – Utica Campus. Thursday classes are online.

>A $1,000 stipend will be given to participants that complete the course.

In this course, you will learn interview skills, how to set-up your LinkedIn account, and visit local manufacturer sites.

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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.

Job Search

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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Learn more about what Working Solutions can do for your business.

Working Solutions
209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

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

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