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News & Opportunities
Stay up to date with the latest job opportunities, training, and more on our website!
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WDB Oneida County Re-Entry Taskforce (RTF) Program Success
By Credible Messenger Conant Rose
In August, WDB RTF Director Jeremy Esch received a short notice about a job fair happening in Rome the next day. Without missing a beat, the RTF team jumped into action—calling our clients encouraging participation, and even providing round-trip commuter passes for those who needed transportation.
Some of our clients stopped by our office to polish up their resumes, and by the end of the day, five of our job seekers had signed up to attend the job fair.
The best part? Of those five, two of our clients were offered jobs on the spot and have already started working as forklift operators!
This is a huge win for RTF and our clients, and we’re proud to celebrate their success!
Congratulations, Clients!
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From Roadblocks to a Fresh Start: J.B.’s Journey
By Madison County Working Solutions Workforce Development Counselor Katie Mahar
When J.B. first came into the Career Center in April, he was eager to work but felt weighed down by barriers like limited transportation and a criminal justice-involved background, working hard to maintain sobriety. Together, we built a structured, personalized plan: applying directly on employer websites, following up on past applications, and keeping detailed records of his job search.
With consistent support and guidance, J.B. stayed focused and kept showing up. His hard work paid off — he was hired and recently called to let us know he is still employed and doing well.
J.B.’s journey shows that recovery, growth, and career success are all possible with commitment, determination, and the right support system.
Congratulations, J.B!
Ready to write your own success story? Stop into your local Working Solutions and let us help you take that next step toward your future.
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Herkimer Working Solutions LPN Classroom Training Successes
By Herkimer Working Solutions Manager Nicole Wilson
During our 2024 Program Year (7/1/24-6/30/25), we provided over $32,570.00 to 16 individuals attending the Herkimer BOCES Adult LPN program. Of those 16 individuals, 11 successfully graduated the program back in June of 2025, and four successfully completed their first year of training and have started their second year!
Congratulations, Students!
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WDB Free Training Grant Programs:
NOW ENROLLING!
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The Workforce Development Board has learning/training grants that you may be eligible for!
View our Training Grant Programs Here and contact us to find out how we can help you jump start your career in a field you love.
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BOCES New Fall 2025 Catalog
The BOCES Consortium of Continuing Education Fall 2025 Catalog has arrived! Featuring career training, literacy class information, driving classes, new hobby classes, and more, the Adult & Continuing Education catalog is available online or in print. If you’d like to be added to our mailing list, please email rburleigh@bocescce.org or call (315)361-5800. A digital version of the catalog is available on our website https://moboces.org/adulted
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Happy October!
Next Month's Issue:
Do you have something you'd like to share? A hiring event, learning/training opportunity, announcement, or community news? Photos are always welcome! Please email Jodi Delapaz,
Communications Coordinator:
jdelapaz@working-solutions.org
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Workforce Development Board,
Herkimer, Madison and Oneida Counties, Inc.
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Utica, NY 13501
www.working-solutions.org
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