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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.

DFAS in Rome has a new opportunity!

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*NEW* SUPPLY TECHNICIAN

Department of Defense - Defense Finance and Accounting Service

DFAS - DIR/SITE SUPPORT OFFICE - ROME, NY

  • $50,460 to - $65,599 per year (GS 7)
  • Permanent • Full-time

Open 03/17/2026 and will close 03/31/2026

For more information please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/861489400

Supervisory Accounting Technician

Department of Defense - Defense Finance and Accounting Service

DFAS Rome - Accounting Operations

  • $50,460 to - $72,644 per year (GS 7-8)
  • Permanent • Full-time

Open 03/11/2026 and will close 03/24/2026

For more information please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/860656100

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WDB Apprenticeship March/April Newsletter

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News and Opportunities for you in our latest apprenticeship newsletter!

In this edition we're sharing 

success stories

informative articles

new training opportunities

and lots more!

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Anita's Steven Swan Humane Society is hiring an Executive Director

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The Executive Director is responsible for overall leadership, strategic direction, operational management, fundraising, and community engagement. Working closely with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director ensures the organization fulfills its mission while maintaining strong financial health, effective programs, and a positive organizational culture. This role requires a hands-on leader who can balance strategic vision with day-to-day operational management.

Estimated salary range is $75,000 to $95,000 annually. 

Location: 5664 Horatio St., Utica 13502

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - March 16, 2026

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To learn more about these job opportunities:

For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday March 16, 2026 

Job Title: Maintenance Person                                                            City: Oriskany, NY

Full time for a nursing home. Duties: Perform assigned tasks such as painting, floor maintenance, pick up of trash and soiled linens, snow removal minor carpentry, minor electrical work. Perform inspection and repairs to beds, kitchen equipment and HVAC, does not have to be certified in air conditioning or refrigeration. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.

Pay: $19.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1592314

 

Monday March 16, 2026 

Job Title: Universal Banker                                                                 City: Rome, NY

Full time for a bank holding company. Duties: Identify customer needs to make needs-based sales and build customer loyalty. Perform general operational duties, including transactions for checking, savings, loans, and other assigned services. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent. Banking courses are a plus. Cash handling experience preferred.

Pay: $20.00 - $27.13/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1297066    

 

Tuesday March 17, 2026 

Job Title: Production Associate                                                         City: Marcy, NY

Full time for a business services and supplies company. Duties: Responsible for safely and accurately placing customer garments on hangers and for visually inspecting all garments to identify the need for proactive repairing, such as patching holes or tears. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent.

Pay: $16.00 - $17.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1292986

 

Tuesday March 17, 2026

Job Title: Direct Support Professional                                                City: Rome, NY

Full time for a human services organization. Duties: Implement each individualized plan, attend to personal care needs, oversee the health, safety and well-being of the people we support, keep nurses advised, assist in daily housekeeping and other facility-related duties. Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license.

Pay: $21.55/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1297177

 

Wednesday March 18, 2026

Job Title: Probation Officer                                                                 City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a county government office. Duties: Responsible for the control, supervision and care of adults and juveniles subject to probation supervision or intake services. Requirements: Completion of a traineeship; graduate degree in social work, social sciences, education, administration, law, criminal justice, or a related field; or bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience. Valid driver’s license.

Pay: $54,412/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1589408

 

Wednesday March 18, 2026

Job Title: Wholesale and Production Assistant                                  City: Cazenovia, NY      

Full time for a lavender farm and agricultural business. Duties: Respond to emails and maintain positive communication with wholesale accounts. Prepare wholesale and retail orders for shipment. Assist with vendor applications and follow-ups. Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Experience in food production, cosmetic manufacturing, or a related field preferred.

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1594748

 

Thursday March 19, 2026

Job Title: Cashier                                                                                City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a home improvement store. Duties: Play a critical customer service role by providing customers with fast, friendly, accurate and safe service. Process checkout and/or return transactions, as well as monitor and maintain the self-checkout area. Provide first level escalation for customer issues. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age.

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1298721

 

Thursday March 19, 2026

Job Title: Client Aid                                                                             City: Utica, NY

Part time for a multiple-service charitable organization. Duties: Serve and assist street homeless clients by completing the essential job functions and to maintain a safe and recovery focused program. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid driver’s license preferred. Experience working with special populations in the area of recovery, homelessness and mental illness preferred.

Pay: $16.00 - $16.25/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1593082

 

Friday March 20, 2026

Job Title: Metal Finisher/Grinder                                                         City: Little Falls, NY

Full time for a manufacturer. Duties: Use various grinding tools and attachments to obtain required surface finish. Interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan layouts. Prepare work surface via cutting and finishing. Set up and operate grinding equipment. Requirements: Previous fabricating experience. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. 

Pay: $19.00 - $31.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1592524

 

Friday March 20, 2026

Job Title: Fiscal Manager                                                                    City: Canastota, NY

Full time for an organization that provides services to the elderly and people who need long-term care. Duties: Oversee finance and accounting functions, including cash flow management, grant allocation, preparation of monthly and year-end financial reports, audits, and tax returns. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in related field. 3+ years of experience in fiscal management. Proficiency in QuickBooks.

Pay: $62,500/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1592560

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - March 13, 2026

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Check out the new opportunities available in our area for employment and skill development!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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  • NYS Department of Corrections and Community Services will be hosting recruitments at the Herkimer Career Center, 320 N Prospect St., Herkimer on 3/4, 3/24, and 4/15, all events running from 10:00AM–12:00PM. Anyone interested about learning more about the Corrections positions are encouraged to attend one of the recruitment sessions. 
  • WM – Join WM today for a sustainable tomorrow! WM is now hiring CDL Commercial Truck Drivers in Utica! Basic requirements include the ability to read, write, and speak English; understand traffic signs; 1 year of experience operating vehicle requiring a CDL or 1 year equivalent military driving within the last 7 years. Visit WM Careers 

 

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training classes! Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Wednesday and Thursday of the month starting at 2:00PM. Space is limited – call (315) 867-1400 to register. 
  • Spring WERCshop Series – The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering their Spring WERCshop Series. If you are unemployed, or under employed and actively seeking employment, this is a great opportunity to learn Computer Basics, Keyboarding, Resumes, & more! Limited Seats, Register Now! 
  • NYS DOCCS WERCshop – The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering a NYS DOCCS WERCshop with guest speaker Heather Wright! Registration required! Please email or call to register at or (315) 724-1718, Ext 104. 
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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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