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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.

Open House: Dec. 17th – “Prepare to earn your Commercial Driver’s License in Four Weeks! Funding opportunities available for those who qualify.

Prepare to earn your Commercial Driver’s License in Four Weeks!

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The Enhanced NYS B5 SUNY-CUNY Workforce Scholarship: Early Childhood

Do you work in an early childhood center? Would you like to earn a credential, certificate, two year, four year or graduate degree?

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Save the Date: Women in Apprenticeships & Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) Career Fair - January 12th

The Workforce Development Board's WANTO grant will be holding a Career Fair on January 12th, from 11am to 1pm. We hope you can join us for this great opportunity!

Businesses: Register Here
Job Seekers: Register Here


This program is 100% funded by a United States Department of Labor grant administered by the Women’s Bureau and Employment and Training Administration of $716,676.00.
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You're Invited: Roundtable about Cannabis, Adult Use, Social Justice, Unions and You

The Workforce Development Institute (WDI) is inviting Community Members to an upcoming Roundtable about Cannabis, Adult Use, Social Justice, Unions and You, on December 14 at 5:30 PM via Zoom.

The purpose of the forum is to have discussions about the impact this new industry will have on workforce, social justice, skill needs entrepreneurships, just to mention a few, hoping that the community will participate and take interest around this new industry coming to New York State and CNY.

Invite link: https://actionnetwork.org/events/cannabis-roundtable-adult-use-social-justice-unions-and-you-5
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FREE Webinar: Strategies on how to Successfully apply for Positions at DFAS

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.
  • Many positions will be telework-eligible to residents of Herkimer, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga and Oswego Counties.
  • Training and equipment will be made available.
  • DFAS offers great benefits, and opportunities for education and advancement.
To help candidates successfully apply for these jobs, webinars will be offered on: Thursday, December 9 at 4:00 PM and Wednesday, December 15 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 Thursday, December 9 at 4:00 PM, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZoUrEpyfRmqHOQIQFBf9wA
To attend Wednesday, December 15 at 5:00 PM, register here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Q6Q-ouj2RTe1mD9mFb43bg
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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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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