The Workforce Development Board,
Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc.
(WDB/HMO)
News & Opportunities
Stay up to date with the latest job opportunities, training, and more on our website!
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Director of the Oneida County Office of Workforce Development David Mathis and Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center Manager Karin Gorea Piseck, Named United Way Local Heroes
From United Way of the Mohawk Valley:
"Our work doesn't happen alone. We are excited to recognize this community's 100 HEROES! As United Way of the Mohawk Valley celebrates 100 years of making an impact in our community, we are celebrating 100 local heroes who have stepped up and made a difference in the lives of our neighbors, friends, and families."
CONGRATULATIONS, KARIN & DAVID!!
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Governor Hochul Announces Creation of the New York State Office of Strategic Workforce Development
>New Office Will Target State's Workforce Development Efforts Toward Regional Businesses' Needs and Workers' Long-Term Success
>Office Will Lead Broader $350 Million Workforce Development Initiative Approved in FY 2023 Budget, Including New Grant Programs That Will Primarily Support Employer-Driven, High-Skilled Workforce Training Programs
Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced the creation of the New York State Office of Strategic Workforce Development, which will be charged with improving the State's workforce development programs and practices to better align with the needs and priorities of today's employers. The Governor first proposed the new office in her State of the State address earlier this year and committed funding that was approved in the FY2023 budget.
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Madison County Working Solutions Career Center Success!
"K" came to the Career Center in January of 2022 as a young, unemployed mom. She lacked transportation and this severely limited her job options. After working with a Workforce development Counselor "K" was able to improve her job readiness skills through our SkillUp Metrix online learning. With guidance Kylee created a resume and applied to local jobs. She attended multiple job interviews and was ultimately offered two jobs! She accepted a job in her dream field of early childhood education and has now begun her career. In addition, "K" was able to obtain her learners permit and begin driving lessons. The future is looking bright for "K" and her children. She is in her chosen career field and has the option to further her education in the near future.
CONGRATULATIONS, "K"!!
Submitted by Heather Orsino
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The Workforce Development Board is Hiring! |
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The Workforce Development Board is hiring!
We have 2 job opportunities in Utica, NY:
Case Manager:
Case Managers devote 100% of their time to specific grant populations depending on the grant requirements. Assists the Program Director by providing direct services including program recruitment and retention. Provides leadership training to participants as well as mentoring and support. Counsels individuals with meeting education and employment goals and with all employment related activities. Secures information such as education, skills and social factors contributing to the client’s situation and evaluate their needs. Assists the client with resumes, cover letters, job searches and interview preparation. Provides on the job support as needed once the individual becomes employed. Compiles records and complete case notes and reports.
Business Services Representative:
The Business Services Representative is a semi-autonomous position responsible for programmatic and employer related activities. Develops and implements agreed upon business outreach plan to meet business goals. Works within the business services team for the achievement of customer satisfaction and long-term employer relationship goals in line with agency values, mission and vision. Individual accountability and work volume will be established through the development of annual objectives.
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Job Seeker Opportunities & Resources |
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Virtual training classes available! |
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The WANTO Grant Program is partnering with SUNY Binghamton to offer Micro-credentials VIRTUALLY!
Micro-credentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
What are SUNY Micro-Credentials?
- verify, validate and attest that specific skills and/or competencies have been achieved;
- are endorsed by the issuing institution;
- having been developed through established faculty governance processes; and
- are designed to be meaningful and high quality.
Courses Available:
- Lean Six Sigma- Green Belt
- Introduction to Python
- Introduction to Java
- Probability and Data Science
- Introduction to Algorithms
- Advanced Algorithms
- Introduction to Machine Learning
- Advanced Machine Learning
- Introduction to Computer Networks
- Project Management Essentials
- Leadership Essentials
- Engineering Ethics
- Introduction to Probability and Statistics
- Advanced Probability and Statistics
- Quality Management Essentials
- Design of Experiments
- Systems Engineering and Systems Analysis
**Participants may be eligible for multiple courses
Summer courses start May 25th, so Contact Us Today!
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Madison County Working Solutions Bringing
Services to the Oneida Library in May
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Madison County Working Solutions will hold office hours at the Oneida Library to make it easier for customers who live close to this location to get services.
Where: Oneida Library Community Room, 459 Main St, Oneida, NY 13421
When: Thursday, May 19th from 10:00am until Noon
Working Solutions can help job seekers with:
- Job search assistance
- Resume help
- Interviewing tips
- Training opportunities
- And more!
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Free Virtual Training Opportunities for Women |
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Our Women in Apprenticeships and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) grant program has new free virtual training opportunities for women who are interested in pursuing a career in IT/Cybersecurity, Manufacturing or Trades.
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Mohawk Valley SHRM - Scholarship Award Application
Are you in school studying Human Resources? Do you know someone working toward their degree in Human Resources? MVSHRM has a $1,000 scholarship to give away!
If you or someone you know meets the eligibility criteria and are interested in receiving a $1,000 scholarship, simply complete the MVSHRM Scholarship Application and submit the required information by July 31, 2022.
To view the MVSHRM Scholarship Application and Eligibility: Go Here to View and Apply.
DUE DATE: July 31, 2022
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Celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week -
Free Event on May 5th!
Oneida County Tourism and New York Power Authority are hosting a special open house on May 5th at New York Energy Zone. "Join us for a fun and energizing morning of networking with local colleagues and interactive learning about Utica's newest attraction."
Agenda
8:30am Check-In
8:45am Welcome in the STEM Classroom with coffee and refreshments
9:00am Tour & Explore New York Energy Zone
9:45am Prize Drawings
10:00am Depart for an energized day
Experience a powerful journey through the world of electricity representing yesterday, today and inspiring tomorrow!
Bring your business cards to enter for the chance to win some fun prizes!
Have a little extra time? Plan to visit Utica Zoo right next door to NY Energy Zone.
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Workforce Development Training Grant Programs: NOW ENROLLING!
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The Workforce Development Board has learning/training grants that you may be eligible for!
The WDB also has a new Facebook page where we'll be featuring our grant learning programs and incentives. Please Like/Follow us and share our posts to get the word out about these great programs! https://www.facebook.com/WDBHMO
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Job Seekers: DYK about our online resources?
We post hiring events and featured job opportunities on our website. We also have a custom job search right on our website's front page that you can use to search job opportunities across six counties: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego.
Go here to explore, and see more programs and resources. While you are there subscribe to our blog to get notified of new opportunities!
We also post new jobs every day on our Working Solutions Facebook page. Stop by often, because they won't all show up in your newsfeed!
Go here to Follow us:
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The New York State Department of Labor is Offering FREE Online Virtual Workshops!
>Resumes
>Interviewing
>Transferable Skills
>Job Search
>Networking
>And lots more!
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Happy May!
Next Month's Issue:
Do you have something you'd like to share? A hiring event, learning/training opportunity, announcement, community news, program news, staff news, success story or personal achievement? Photos are always welcome! Please email Jodi Delapaz,
Communications Coordinator:
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Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc.
209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, NY 13501
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