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Job Fair at Worcester-Schenevus Library

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Mark your Calendars! 


When: Thursday, June 27th, 2019 
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM 

Where: 170 Main St., Worcester, NY 

PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES 

• United States Census Bureau
• United States Army – National Guard
• New York State Troopers
• New York State Department of Transportation
• Mirabito

PLEASE CONTACT DEBBIE BENDER FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
607-432-4800 debra.bender@labor.ny.gov

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Introduction to Welding Class at SUNY Delhi

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Come learn the theory and practice of basic welding skills in this hands-on training. 

Participants will have the chance to practice welding with both flame (Oxyfuel) and Electricity (Stick and TIG). Open to both hobbyists and those looking to explore the field. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. 

When: Monday nights: July 15, 22, 29 & August 5, 12 

Time: 5:00-9:00 PM (5-6pm lecture/6-9pm lab) 

Where: The Welding Center at SUNY Delhi 

Cost: $495 per person. Materials and Safety Gear Will Be Provided. 

Call 607-745-4545 or email Outreach@Delhi.Edu for more information.

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Effective Workplace Investigations Seminar

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Learn crucial interview techniques to gather appropriate and relevant information and how to recognize deceptive behavior.

This two-day seminar addresses different types of investigations and will give employers and investigators an understanding of the tools needed to plan and conduct interviews, gather, organize and review different types of evidence, draw appropriate conclusions, document an investigation and make the right recommendations for actions.

When: June 25th & June 26th

Where: MidYork Library System, 1600 Lincoln Ave., Utica, NY

To Register e-mail otsegodelawarejsec@gmail.com
Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 20, 2019

$145 per person | Advance Payment Required

Light Breakfast & Lunch Included

Check and Credit Card payments accepted.

Please make checks payable to “JSEC” or to arrange for a credit card payment email otsegodelawarejsec@gmail.com.

Send payment to: CDO Workforce, Attention: JSEC, 12 Dietz St., Oneonta, NY 13820.

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SBDC Small Business Training Program

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Are you starting a business? Are you already in business and need an entrepreneurial “tune-up?” The Small Business Training Program is for you. 

Learn from the experts how to build your idea into a profitable venture. 

Classes take place on two (2) consecutive Wednesdays. Each session is a full day of classroom training beginning at 9:00 am and ending at 4:30 pm.

Both sessions are included in the price of $75.00. An SBDC Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of the 2nd session. This Certificate is a requirement of the Otsego County and City of Oneonta Microenterprise Grant Program. More importantly, you will walk away with valuable knowledge, ideas, motivation and resources. 

When: Wednesday, July 10, 2019 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Wednesday, July 17, 2019 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Where: Otsego Now Offices
189 Main Street
5th Floor, Suite 500
Oneonta, NY 13820

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Job Fair at Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals

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Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals is growing, and invites you to attend their upcoming Job Fair! 

When: Saturday, June 15, 2019, From 10:00am to 4:00pm. 

Where: Mallinckrodt, 172 Railroad Ave., Hobart, NY 

They offer a competitive benefits package, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, 4 weeks Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Tuition Assistance and more. 

They are hiring for the following full-time roles:
Hourly
• Blending Technicians – Starting Rate $17.33
• Tableting Operators – Starting Rate $17.33
• Packaging Operators – Starting Rate $15.87
• Maintenance Technicians – Starting Rate $22.74
• Material Coordinator (Warehouse) – Starting Rate $21.03
*Additional hourly shift differential paid for 2nd, 3rd 12 hour and 4 on/4 off shifts.
Salaried
• Quality Control Technicians

Please apply online by going to Mallinckrodt.com/Careers and search by location code USA036 prior to arriving at the job fair. Please bring your current resume with you.

It is required that you provide a picture Id upon arrival.

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Mallinckrodt Enterprises LLC is an equal employment/affirmative action employer.

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Open House - Greene Lumber Co.

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You're invited to the Greene Lumber Open House! 

When: June 15th, 2019, from 9am to Noon. 

Where: 16991 NY-23, Davenport, NY  13570 

They are looking for: 

  • General Laborers
  • Heavy Equipment Operators
  • Industrial Maintenance Technicians

Full-Time/Day Shift/ Full Plan of Benefits

Contact Nora at NOMalley@GreeneLumber.com or by phone at 716-279-3358

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Electrician's Helper Training

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SUNY Delhi and CDO Workforce 60 Hour Electrician’s Helper Training

When:  June 17th—June 27th - Monday—Thursday each week-9am—5pm

Where: ATEC Lab on SUNY Delhi Campus

Combination of lecture and lab classes, approximately 50% theory and 50% hands on learning activities.

Topics:

 Safety

 Tools of the trade and their use

 Finding and interpreting information in the National Electrical Code

 Trade specific mathematics Drawing and interpreting schematic, wiring, and one-line diagrams

 Ohm’s Law calculations involving current, voltage, power, and resistance in electrical circuits

 Recognize appropriate wiring methods used in residential installations

 Installation of single pole, three-way, and four-way switches

 Installation of duplex receptacles

 Installation of ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) receptacles

 Installation of dryer and range receptacles

Call Maggie Gilbert at 607—832—5776 for more information.

All students who complete program will receive basic electrical tools, a professionalresume and job placement assistance.Tuition Assistance may be available. Must be 18 and older.

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Job Fair at Southside Mall

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More than 60 businesses will be at the Southside Mall Job Fair - looking to hire you! 

Where: 5006 NY ROUTE 23, ONEONTA, NY 

When: Wednesday - May 22, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM 

See Participating Businesses Here

See you there!

Questions? Contact Debbie Bender, 607-432-4800 ext 101

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Amphenol Aerospace is Hiring in Sidney, NY!

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Learn about the history of Amphenol. 

"Amphenol in Sidney, NY has a rich history dating back to 1925. From mergers to World Wars to natural disasters, the people of Sidney have demonstrated unparalleled resiliency while leading the industry in connector manufacturing around the world." 

Click here to watch their video Amphenol History in Sidney, New York

Click here to view their job openings 

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Eastern Temporaries Hiring Event at Sidney CDO Workforce

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Bring you resume and come dressed to impress! 

Eastern Temporaries is hiring for the Sidney area and will be in our office Thursday, May 9th from 11am to 2pm. 

They have openings for: 

  • Manufacturing Associates
  • Forklift Operators
  • Machine Operators
  • Machine Maintenance

Come to the CDO Workforce! 21 Liberty St., Sidney, NY 

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Youth Job Readiness Training Workshop

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Register today for this free, informative workshop brought to you by Springbrook, CDO Workforce, and The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce. 

Sessions will include discussion and instruction on how to find and maintain employment in today’s competitive job market as well as information regarding financial literacy. Students will be provided with a training workbook and an opportunity to enroll in programs to assist in finding employment after course completion. 

This training is open to persons of all abilities, with training content focused for Youth 18 - 24 years old with little work experience.

Class Schedule and Location
May 13, 16, 20, and 23 | 10:00am - 1:00 pm
CDO Workforce Offices | 12 Dietz Street, Oneonta, NY

Registration
You must register to attend.
Please contact Alan Sessions at 607-432-4800 ext 109 and sign up today!

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Recruitment: Nurse Connection

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Nurse Connection Staffing is currently seeking Oneonta & Cooperstown area based licensed LPNs to fill per diem supplemental staffing needs for business partners throughout the Southern Tier and Central New York regions.

Nurse connection Staffing has bene in existence for over 32 years with over 130 clients and 700 plus filed staff across New York State! 

Meet with our regional recruiters at the listed Recruitment dates and locations: 
- Thursday, May 9th from 9am to 2pm at the Oneonta CDO Office located at 12 Dietz Street, Oneonta, NY 13820

Benefits include:
- Health Insurance, 401K options, discounts on scrubs & other community benefits
- Flexible scheduling to meet your needs! Day, evening & night positions available!
- Excellent Competitive Compensation with referral bonuses & monthly bonus incentives. Daily Pay Advance Available!
- Access to a full-time Clinical Manager for training and support.
- Personal scheduling coordinator to work with you!

If you are unable to attend, please email a resume to charkola@nurseconnectionstaffing.com

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Social Security Entitlement Programs Workshops in Oneonta

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FREE OMH Workshops on Social Security entitlement programs hosted by CDO Workforce 

When: Friday May 3rd | 11:30am to 3:30pm  

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

Many people with disabilities wait years before they are determined to be eligible for benefits. PASS plans,1619b, Medicaid Buy-In for Working people with a disability and some of the other underused mechanisms that will be covered. These free OMH workshops will show you the benefits and advantages by participating in Social Security entitlement programs.

• Workshop 1 – PASS Plans, 1.5 HOURS
• Workshop 2 – Medicaid Buy-in and 1619(b), 1 HOUR
• Workshop 3 – Social Security Forms and Resources, 45 MINUTES

These workshops will also teach you how to request a waiver for an overpayment; avoid spend-downs; use Social Security work incentives to help maintain SSI and SSDI eligibility as you explore returning to work; ease off cash benefits and into self-sufficiency; work full-time and maintain low cost (or even no-cost) health insurance; get expedited reinstatement of benefits.

If you wish to register for one and/or all of the workshops, please contact:

Kate Hewlett- Peer Engagement Specialist, Otsego County Community Services, 607-433-2343, hewlettk@otsegocounty.com

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Leadership for Supervisors Class

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Join us for a Supervisory Training Class  

This training would be beneficial to entry-level supervisors and team leaders. 

When: May 31st, June 7th, June 14th 

Time: 9am – Noon 

Where: 1 O’Hara Drive, Norwich, NY. 13815 

Trainer: DH Sheldon Associates

Don Sheldon has global experience helping companies achieve world-class performance. His teaching style is hands-on and down to earth.

Course Description
This 9-hour course is designed to be delivered in 3 segments of 3 hours each. The course gives the attendees an advanced foundation of management skill learning. The course engages the attendees in analyzing and using thought leadership and application of these ideas within company applications. Several actual company examples will be used to help the attendees better understand the approach and attention required for good supervisory skills. The students will be provided with copies the slides used in the class.

  • What is Leadership? How does it differ from management?
  • Building Relationships with people in a supervision role
  • Communication Skills
  • Management Systems
  • Personality Styles in Leadership
  • Employee Reviews
  • Problem employees and what to do
  • Strategic Planning linkage to supervisor activities
  • Managing the quadrants for employee potential
  • Project management
  • Personal Goal setting

Call or email Tylena Daniels at 607-334-2201, ext. 128 or tylena.daniels@labor.ny.gov for more information.

All attendees must be actively enrolled with CDO Workforce.

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First Transit Recruitment - Bus Drivers Needed

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You're invited to the First Transit Recruitment at Norwich CDO Workforce on Monday, April 29, 2019, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. 

Where: 1 O'Hara Dr., Norwich, NY 

Order Number: NY1295266  
Number of Openings: 15 
Job Title: Bus Driver 

Job Description:
First Transit is looking for customer service-oriented drivers to drive coach buses in a safe, courteous, and reliable manner throughout Chenango County.
Job duties include: assisting in the boarding of passengers using wheelchairs or other mobility aids as needed; assure fares are collected and deposited; provide information to customers as needed; and enforce rules and regulations with passengers as necessary.
Must have good attendance. CDL B license with air brakes and passenger endorsements is preferred; however, First Transit will train the right candidates.
Pay: $12.00/hour

Benefits:
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Retirement/Pension, Clothing/Uniform Allow

Can't Make the Recruitment Event? How to Apply:
To apply, contact the employer in person, by telephone, or by email:
Luyster III, Frank
126 Leilani's Way
Norwich, NY 13815
Phone: Luyster III, Frank (607) 334-7433 ext. 3
Email: Frank.LuysterIII@firstgroup.com

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Line Cooks & Wait Staff Recruitment

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Come to the People Ready Hiring Event! 

When: Thursday, April 18th, 10:00AM to Noon. 

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

The Binghamton NY People Ready office is currently recruiting for two positions at a local university in Oneonta. 

Line Cooks: $12.50-$13.50

Wait Staff: $11:10

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Manufacturing/Production Job Fair

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When: Thursday, April 4th 

2:30pm to 4:00pm 

Where: SUNY Morrisville Norwich Campus 
20 Conkey Ave., Norwich, NY 

PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES:
Norwich Pharmaceuticals
The Raymond Corporation
CF Co-Packing Inc
Golden Artist Colors Inc
K Tooling
Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals
Oneonta Block Company
Eastern Temporaries
Manpower

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Recruiting and retaining active workers in recovery

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Southern Tier 8 and the Southern Tier Central Regional Planning & Development Board Present: 

Recruiting and Retaining Workers in Recovery 

What you will learn: 

  • The Science of Addiction, Julie Dostal, PhD. Executive Director of LEAF Council on Alcoholism and Addiction
  • Creating a Recovery-Friendly Workplace View Jessica Vecchione’s new film, “A Slice of Hope: Recovery Friendly Employment” and hear from Ben Riker on developing a recovery friendly workplace
  • Legal Issues for Retaining Employees in Recovery Dawn Lanouette, Partner at Hinman, Howard and Kattell, LLP and employment law expert
  • Networking, funding and partnership opportunities for nonprofit and public sector attendees through the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)

When: Wednesday, April 10, 2019, 8:00am - 10:00am

Where: The McKinly, 29 McKinley Ave., Endicott, NY

Cost: $20 per person includes breakfast

REGISTER by 3/29 at SouthernTierSummit.com

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Harbor Freight is Hiring

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Harbor Freight has a new store coming to Oneonta!

You're invited to their job fair on Wednesday, April 3rd, from 9am to 3pm. 

Where: Oneonta CDO Workforce, 12 Dietz St., Oneonta 

Full & part-time opportunities, flexible schedules, paid time off. 

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2019 Job Expo in Cooperstown

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You're invited! 

On Site Interviews! Exhibitors to include industries such as hospitality, tourism, healthcare and manufacturing. 

Where: Otesaga Hotel
60 Lake St., Cooperstown, NY

When: Wednesday, April 17th
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

The Job Expo is open to the general public, with High School Seniors attending from 1pm-2pm.

Job Seekers: Need a Ride?  

A&D Transport Services is offering a free ride from CDO Workforce Center, 12 Dietz Street in Oneonta to the Job Expo and back. Space is limited, so make reservations now. Call the CDO Workforce at 607-432-4800 ext. 100 to reserve your seat. Special thanks to A&D Transport Services for their generosity.

Exhibitor Registration. Deadline to submit registration is April 5, 2019.

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Connecting Job Seekers with Businesses - All at No Cost to You

Businesses - Save money and time by outsourcing your recruitment needs to CDO Workforce. Our Career Center staff provides employers with convenient, no-cost recruitment services by connecting job seekers and employers. What We Can Do for You: Match job seekers with job openings. Coordinate communication between you, our partner agencies, and the pool of local, qualified workers. Provide interview space at the Career Center if you wish to recruit on-site. Provide targeted or general job fair recruitment opportunities.

Post your company's job openings at no charge with CDO Workforce and get exposure to many job seekers. Your job will be posted to New York State Job Bank. To submit your posting, go here

For more job listing options visit: http://www.cdoworkforce.org/

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Veterans Come First

Veterans Come First! CDO Workforce New York Career System is proud to offer Priority of Service to veterans and their eligible spouses.
What does this mean? If you served in the military, you will be:

  • Served first by the next available staff member.
  • Given first priority for jobs and training referrals for which you are eligible and qualified.

Please visit the veterans' portal of the NYSDOL website for more information and the NYS Division of Veterans Affairs

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