Chenango-Delaware-Otsego Workforce News & Blog

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Positions would be in Albany to start and then relocate to Marcy in approximately 12 months.  

Go here to see all positions in Marcy  

Featured Positions: 

MANUFACTURING TECHNICIANS  

Develop advanced skills through training and day to day experience providing critical support for the engineering and operation of a fully automated semiconductor manufacturing facility with state-of-the-art technologies in photolithography, chemical and physical vapor deposition, ion implantation, reactive ion etching, diffusion and more.

PROCESS TECHNICIANS

Provide hands-on support performing tasks related to highly specialized equipment setup, monitoring and operation, or for continuous improvement, new process development, new equipment evaluations, experimentation and characterization of processes.

Go Here to Scan QR Code to Apply

For more information about any of these positions, contact Ashley Evans: 

a4evans@cree.com

Now Accepting Applications! 

Delaware county is currently accepting applications for youth ages 14-20 for the Summer Youth Employment Program. The program provides youth with paid work experiences and educational opportunities right in their own communities. 

"Are you between 14-20 and looking for a summer job? We have a program for you! Delaware County is currently accepting applications for youth ages 14-20 for the Summer Youth Employment Program. This program offers summer jobs and paid educational opportunities for kids right in their own communities. Your safety is important to us! Protective equipment and additional supervisory staff will be provided to keep everyone as safe as possible. Remember it’s the early birds that get the worms so apply today!"

Learn More and How to Apply Here

Desired Skills Experience 

3 to 5 years of experience in economic or community development or related experience. 

Bachelors degree or comparable experience with a focus on planning, communications, fundraising and development. Ability to work independently to generate internal and external communications with a broad range of community stakeholders, board members and representatives in the government and private sectors. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to maintain oversight and coordinate many moving pieces. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively. 

Strong relationship builder who can work in close tandem with members of the Board, community leaders and critical stakeholders. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite Must b.e fluent in using mainstream and Social Media platforms Experience with Blogging and website maintenance and creation is a plus.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the Economic Development Director include but are not limited to Build a network of grant funding sources sufficient to sustain and grow this program beyond its 3 year pilot horizon, ending December 31, 2022.

Identify the needs of Hancock residents and the business community and develop an understanding of this unique community Participates in the development of goals and recommendations and implements program objectives, policies and priorities regarding the needs of the residents of Hancock and the business community Develop strategies to meet the needs of the community through research, dialogue and experimentation Coordinates and performs project management, administrative and technical duties necessary to achieve project objectives in the areas of economic development, business attraction and retention, small business assistance and business financing, and employment.

Work with community partners on grant writing for events, community and economic development projects as appropriate Assist with planning and marketing of Hancocks unique local events, including Summer Nights Live and Blues, Brews, and BBQ to local and regional audiences to encourage multi day visits to the area Develop and distribute marketing material via email, social media and other media as applicable, respond to email and phone inquiries Build and maintain positive relationships with contacts in local, regional state economic development agencies, community organizations, and key community stakeholders Work with the Events Planner to determine fundraising and sponsorship needs for events.

Job Location: Hancock, New York

Pay: $42,000.00 Yearly

Send resume to hancockpartnersinc@gmail.com

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Don't miss our CDO Workforce May newsletter! 

We've got more COVID-19 resources to share with you, plus workforce news, tips for job seekers and businesses, a new free online training program, a special spotlight section on local schools and manufacturers who are helping in the fight against the pandemic and lots more! 

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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD OFFERS FREE ONLINE TRAINING, TOOLS TO THOSE LOOKING FOR WORK  

Go Here to Read the Article and See the Video 

Read the Press Release

FREE Metrix Skills Training Available! 

The Workforce Development Board Herkimer, Madison, Oneida and Chenango, Delaware & Otsego Workforce Board now offer Metrix® online training free of charge to all businesses and unemployed and underemployed residents in these six counties.

Metrix Learning® is a comprehensive learning platform that helps set job seekers up for success. Job seekers can gain skills and keep current skills fresh, helping their resumes stand out and readying them for re-entry into a new job market.

Along with online skill training, the platform also offers career exploration tools, career pathways, job search tools, and assessments, giving job seekers a clear picture of where they are and what skills they need to gain to get them where they want to be.

The Metrix® platform helps job seekers progressively build their skills in an easy to understand format, using interactive modules that include videos and quizzes. Job seekers can track their progress, achieving course completion certificates and earning skill badges that help potential employers take notice when considering how a candidate can bring value to their team.

Job seekers can take an unlimited amount of classes and can choose from more than 5,000 workplace skills, business and IT courses. Topics are wide-ranging, including Microsoft Office, sales, software, workplace skills, and many more.

The platform can also help businesses who are having trouble finding qualified candidates or are looking to update their employees’ skills. The WDB and its local American Job Center offices in HMO and CDO offer services to residents to help strengthen the workforce and help workers prepare for and achieve meaningful careers. While in-person services are suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the WDB, HMO Working Solutions, and CDO Workforce continue to assist job seekers and businesses by way of virtual services.

In Herkimer, Madison and Oneida counties, Metrix training and other virtual services can be requested at: www.working-solutions.org.

In Chenango, Delaware and Otsego counties, Metrix training and other virtual services can be requested at: www.cdoworkforce.org. (For Metrix Training: go to For Job Seekers>Training Resources.)

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https://www.delhi.edu/about/community-resources/outreach-workforce-development/online-training/

"How would you like to be a part of starting up the world’s largest, most state-of-the-art, automotive-qualified SiC wafer fab? 

We’re looking for passionate top-performers to join us at our fab facilities in New York as we qualify toolsets and design a 480,000 square-foot fab with over 100,000 square-feet of clean room space. If you want to be a pioneer with one of the most pivotal technologies of our time, Silicon Carbide, then you’re looking in the right place." 

This position will be based out of Albany, NY but will relocate to Marcy, NY in 2021/2022. 

GO HERE TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY

CHENANGO COUNTY ANNOUNCES EXAMINATION OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR RECORDING CLERK # 60-643 

Examination Date: May 16, 2020 

Applications accepted through: 5:00 P.M. April 30, 2020 

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the fluidity of the current COVID 19 situation, the exam administration date may be postponed. Approved applicants will be notified if this happens. The last filing date will not change. 

See Details Here

Register Now for these Valuable Workshops happening next week!

Email Stacey Smith for an invitation code  

Register Now for these Virtual Workshops!

Due to unforeseen circumstance the Southside Mall Mini Seasonal Mini Job Fair scheduled for (3-20-20) at The Southside Mall in Oneonta has been cancelled.

This event has been canceled.

When: Friday, March 20th 
2:00pm - 4:00pm 

Where: Southside Mall 
5006 State Highway 23 
Oneonta, NY 13820 

Meet with Major Businesses from the local area!

Job openings in Retail, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Service, Trades and Government

Many Seasonal job opportunities.

Businesses are eager to hire!

No Appointment Necessary.
Dress for success.
Bring plenty of resumes.

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED.

The 2020 Job Fair is scheduled for Thursday, March 26th, from 12:00-2:00 p.m. in the gymnasium. 

Their campus offers fourteen Career and Technical Education (CTE) training programs that prepare students to enter the full time world of work after high school. 

NEW for 2020, they are offering an interviewing room where recruiters have the opportunity to meet with prospective candidates. Interviews will be approximately 15 minutes in length and students will have the opportunity to sign up in advance or on the day of the event. If you wish to participate in the "instant interview" portion of the event, please be sure to indicate so in the registration form below. 

You may register online at https://forms.gle/ppkL1pPqLJCCBba29, or complete a pdf version of the form. Completed forms can be emailed to constabs@dcmoboces.com, faxed or mailed to the address above, Attn: Sonnet Constable, by March 13, 2020. Please call Sonnet Constable at 607-335-1415 with any questions.

You're invited to the Otsego County Chamber of Commerce Job Fair Expo in Oneonta!  This event has been canceled.

When: Tues., March 31st
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Where: Oneonta Quality Inn
5206 NY-23, Oneonta, NY 13820

This is for all Job Opportunities: part time, full time, special events, internships and volunteering opportunities as well.

Businesses/Organizations:
"This is a great way to reach out to the community and let potential employees know what you are looking for."

For questions and more information please contact Barbara Ann Heegan: baheegan@otsegocc.com

Learn More Here

Download the Registration Form - Deadline to Register is Friday, March 6, 2020

You're invited to the Mini Job Fair at Oneonta CDO Workforce! 

When: Tues., February 18th, from 2:00pm - 4:00pm 

Where: CDO Workforce Oneonta, 12 Dietz Street., Oneonta, NY 

Businesses Looking to HIRE YOU: 

• Springbrook
• Mirabito
• Price Chopper
• Astrocom
• Bassett Healthcare Network

For more information call (607) 432-4800. 

Bring plenty of resumes and dress for success!  

See Job Openings and/or Download the Flyer

Staffworks will be at the Sidney CDO Workforce, Wednesday, February 19th, from 10 AM to 1 PM. 

Hiring for all shifts for Chobani, New Berlin. 

Please call to confirm your attendance. (607) 832-5776.

We look forward to seeing you! 

CDO Workforce, 21 Liberty Street, Sidney. Please use main door to the Civic Center. Use stairs or elevator to the 2nd floor.

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Professional Training, provided by trainer Kristin Hinrichsen, LCSW Program Supervisor, Liberty Resources “Improving Lives, Building Futures.” 

The Training will be held on Friday, February 28th, 2019, from 9 am to 4 pm at SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus Community Room.

This training is for Human Services professionals who are Direct Care Coordinators and Service Coordinators Case Workers and Case Managers.

The cost for this training will be $50 pp, payable at the door by cash or check made out to SUNY Morrisville
You must register in advance, by following this link and filling out the online registration form.

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