Chenango-Delaware-Otsego Workforce News & Blog

Come to the Job & Resource Fair on May 23rd from 2PM-3:30PM at DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus. 

Open to the Public. 

Employers: Free to Participate! Call the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce at 607-746-2281 to reserve your spot. 

This Job Fair is FREE and people of all ages, experiences, and skill levels are encouraged to attend. Companies are seeking full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees. Come prepared with resumes and dress appropriately.

For more information, call the Delaware Chamber of Commerce at 607-746-2281.

To view or download the flyer, click here. 

Do you know a youth between the ages of 14-20 that lives in Delaware County and needs a summer job? We can help! 

With the increase in minimum wage it is harder than ever for young people to compete with adults for summer employment opportunities. Delaware County CDO Workforce offers a Summer Employment Program for Delaware County youth ages of 14-20 who are interested in a summer jobs in their own communities.

A summer job can help youth to earn money for college or that first car, explore fields of interest, and learn valuable life skills to help them build a bright future.

This program enables youth to participate in valuable paid work experiences and educational workshops.

Complete applications must be received by June 8th. There are income eligible and non-income eligible slots available. Apply today as opportunities are limited.

To download the application, click here. (Applications are also available in your local high school Guidance office and both the Delhi and Sidney CDO Workforce offices.)

Please DO NOT return the applications to the school. Return completed applications to the Sidney or Delhi CDO Workforce Office:

Sidney CDO Workforce, 21 Liberty St., SIdney, NY - Phn: 607-832-5776 - Fax: 607-832-6075

Delhi CDO Workforce, 1 Gallant Ave., Delhi, NY - Phn: 607-832-5777 - Fax: 607-832-6078

If you have any questions, please contact:

 April Feyh
CDO Workforce
21 Liberty Street
Sidney, NY 13838
Phone: 607-832-5776 Fax: 607-832-6075

Come to the Job & Resource Fair on May 17th, 4PM-7PM at the MTC Corporate Office, 61 Academy St., Margaretville, NY! 

Employers: Free to Participate! Call the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce at 607-746-2281 to confirm your attendance. 

This Job Fair is FREE and people of all ages, experiences, and skill levels are encouraged to attend. Companies are seeking full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees. Come prepared with resumes and dress appropriately. 

To view/download the flyer, click here. 

Willow Run Foods will be at the Norwich CDO Workforce Center. 

When: Thursday, 5/17/2018, from 10am – 12:30pm 

Where: Norwich CDO Workforce Center, 1 O'Hara Drive, Norwich, NY 

Bring a resume and speak to a recruiter! 

Walk-ins are welcome. 

ADECCO Employment Services Recruitment at Norwich CDO Workforce 

ADECCO will be at the Norwich CDO Workforce Center on Tuesday, 5/8/2018, 9am – 12pm for a Recruitment. They are recruiting for Production Workers. 

Bring a resume and be prepared to complete an application.

Where: Norwich CDO Workforce, 1 O'Hara Drive, Norwich, NY

Stafkings will be at the Norwich CDO Workforce Center for a Healthcare Systems for a recruitment. 

They are recruiting for PCAs and HHAs.  
Contact (607) 334-2201 to reserve an interview slot. 

Where: CDO Workforce, 1 O'Hara Drive, Norwich, NY
When: Friday, May 4th from 9:00AM - 1:00PM

Bring a resume and be prepared to complete an application.
Reservations preferred. Walk-ins are welcome.

Positions are throughout Chenango County. Employees will enjoy flexible schedules, benefits, referral bonuses, and bi-monthly incentives.

"Come see us and become part of our growing team."

"Come join the Home of Great Brands, Built by Great People – We are searching for the next great addition to our team!" 

"Come work for an industry leading, worldwide company that has been providing jobs in our local community for over 70 years! ACCO Brands is one of the world's largest suppliers of school supplies and office products- companies, students, teachers, parents and business professionals alike in more than 100 countries use our products each day. We look forward to continuing our tradition by hiring motivated individuals to join our team."

ACCO Brands will be holding a job fair on Wednesday, April 25th from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at their ACCO Brands location, 101 O’Neil Road, Sidney, NY 13838.

They will be conducting on-the-spot interviews with potential candidates who meet their minimum requirements for full time manufacturing and distribution positions.

Minimum requirements are a high school diploma or GED and 6 months of continuous employment.

For maintenance positions, potential candidates must also have three or more years of experience as an Electrician in an industrial setting.

ACCO Brands offers competitive pay and benefits.

If interested, please plan to attend. More information about these jobs and other positions can be found on their website at www.accobrands.com. Applications are accepted on-line.

To view or download the job fair information, click here. 

ACCO Brands is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Don't miss the Otsego Chamber of Commerce 2018 Job Fair!  

When: Saturday, April 14th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. 

Where: Fox Care Center, 1 Fox Care Drive, Oneonta, NY. 

Participating Businesses:

A.O. Fox Hospital
ACCO
Adecco
Arc Otsego
Around the Clock/In Home Care
At Home Care
AT&T
Baseball Hall of Fame
Bassett Healthcare
Casella Waste
Catskill Area Hospice
CDO Workforce/BEAM
Chase Memorial Nursing Home
Cooperstown All-Star Village
Cooperstown Dreams Park
Court Yard Marriott
Daily Star
Dirig Design / Bubble Boy
Fidelis Care
Hampshire House
Holiday Inn Express
Literacy Volunteers
Mallinckrodt
NYCM Insurance
ONC BOCES
Oneonta Block/Pickett Building
Otesaga Hotel
Robynwood
Springbrook
Staffworks

Click here to find out more.

DCMO BOCES offers Pre-Employment Security Guard Training. 

This is a great training for a person seeking entry level employment as a Security Guard. 

This course provides an introduction to the Security Guard Act of 1992, the role of a Security Guard, legal powers and limitations, emergency situations, communications and public relations, access control, ethics and conduct, and course review. An examination will be given. When you successfully complete this 8-hour course and pass the exam you will receive an official course completion certificate. 

CLASS COST - $60.00 

Materials / Supplies 
All supplied. Please bring snack/meal and beverage to class. 

When: Saturday, May 5th
8:00am-4:00pm
Where: Harrold Campus BOCES
270 Boces Drirve
Sidney Center, NY

Paid registrations are required one week before the class start date. Materials and supplies are payable to the instructor on the first day of class. Classes with low enrollment will be canceled. See the enrollment and cancellation policy at: www.dcmoboces.com.

To Register:
Call: 607-335-1210 (Pay with Credit Card)
On-line: Download form at www.dcmoboces.com.
For Questions, contact: beersb@dcmoboces.com.

To find out more about this class, or to view or download the flyer: click here.

Adecco is recruiting for openings at ACCO Brands in Sidney. They will be at the Norwich CDO Workforce Center on Monday, April 9, 2018 9am-12pm. Scheduled appointments required by signing-up at the Front Desk at the Norwich CDO Workforce Center. If you are not located at the Norwich Center, please call the Front Desk, 334-2201, ext. 127 to schedule an appointment.

Job description:
Handpick items from pallets on shelves using order sheets, boxing items and preparing cartons for shipping, placing items on conveyor and routing to proper area, palletizing packed cartons for shipping, weighing packages, entering data and labeling items appropriately, operating mechanical jacks, possibly operating fork trucks and lifts to transport product, performing necessary paperwork for filing as well as data entry.
Must be able to stand and walk for up to 8 hours. Occasional climbing, balancing, squatting and bending. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs., have basic reading, writing and math skills. Utilize visual and auditory skills constantly. Willing to accept a trainee. Will accept related experience in Assembly, Production, Manufacturing, Machine Operator, Forklift driver. Work days are Monday through Friday, work hours to be determined.
Hiring requirements: Employment Test, reference/security test. Benefits: Medical and Dental insurance.

Please register by April 10th. 

Presented by Elise Glassett, Marketing Specialist, Sidney Federal Credit Union.  

TOPIC: Budgeting 

When: Tuesday, April 24th, from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. 

Where: Sidney CDO Workforce
21 Liberty Street, Sidney

To register, contact Jen Mitchell at (607) 832-5776.

$25. Incentive for Attending.

To view/download the flyer, click here.

Exhibitor Space Deadline to register is April 9th. 

The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to be sponsoring the 2018 Job Fair on Saturday, April 14, 2018. at the Fox Care Center. 

Where: Foxcare Center
1 Fox Care Drive
Oneonta, NY

For registration information or to download the registration form, click here.

If you have any questions, please contact Karen Laing at (607) 267-4010 ext. 104, or email: Karen@otsegocc.com.

The CDO WorkForce, in conjunction with the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce and DCMO BOCES, is hosting a Job and Resource Fair on Wednesday, May 23 from 2:00 to 3:30 pm at DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus in Masonville.

Employers will be connected to a viable workforce consisting of recent high school and college graduates as well as adults who are eager to obtain employment.

Present information about your company and job openings.

Be prepared to interview applicants, accept resumes, and offer advice about how to prepare for employment with your company.

Event promotion will be targeted to recent college and high school graduates, as well as job-seeking adults.

For information, contact:

Ray Pucci, President, Delaware County Chamber of Commerce
5 1/2 Main Street
Delhi, NY 13753
607-746-2281
rpucci@delawarecounty.org

JOB Seekers - Save the Date!

Congratulations, Graduates! 

Congratulations to the successful completers of the Manufacturing Basics Certification Training held last month in conjunction between CDO Workforce, SUNY Broome and the Otsego Chamber of Commerce.

There were 16 participants in the training, all local dislocated workers, which despite challenging weather and road conditions completed and graduated the two-week intensive training.

Topics covered in the training included Hand Tool Usage, Blueprint Interpretation, Reading Measuring Devices, Shop Math, Quality Control, Basic Computer, MS Excel, Interpersonal Communication, and Technical Writing, all areas of need reported by local employers.

Upon completion of the training a Job Fair was held on March 16th, in which students were given the opportunity to meet directly with employers from the Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego County areas.

The Job Fair was well-received and attended by both students and the public.

 Photos Courtesy Barbara Ann Heegan, Otsego Chamber of Commerce

The weather is changing and so is Chase Memorial Nursing Home and Rehab Center. Spring into a new job at Chase Memorial!  

They will be holding a Job Fair on Thursday, March 22, 2018, at 9:00am – 3:00pm at their facility located at 1 Terrace Heights, New Berlin, NY.

On the spot interviews for LPN’s, and CNA’s will be conducted.

If you are unable to attend the Job fair, please send your resume to:

hr@chasehealth.org
Chase Memorial Nursing Home and Rehab Center
A member of Good Shepherd Communities
One Terrace Heights, PO Box 250
New Berlin, NY 13411
(607)-847-7018

To download the flyer, click here. 

There will be a Manpower Recruitment on Tuesday, March 6th ((Originally scheduled for Friday, 3/2/2018 - but rescheduled to due a possible winter storm)), From 9am – 12pm at the Norwich CDO Workforce Center.

We will be scheduling interviews for Manpower during the time period of 9am – 11am. Manpower is willing to see walk-ins during the time period of 11am-12pm.

The sign-up sheet for the interviews is at the Front Desk. If you are not located at the Norwich Center, please call 334-2201, ext. 127 to schedule an interview.

To view current openings, click here.

To view/download the flyer, click here. 

Job Fair Open to All!  

SUNY Broome Community College is offering a free Manufacturing Basics Training program, funded by a NYS Department of Labor grant, to be held at the Otsego Chamber of Commerce, Oneonta, NY.

This training program is two weeks long and begins March 5th - 16th.

The training components cover a number of areas identified by local companies as a "plus" to being hired by their companies.

Successful completion of this two week program guarantees set-aside interview time with manufacturing companies at a job fair following the training. The job fair will be held on March 16, from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM at the Otsego Chamber of Commerce. The job fair is open to all. To view/download details about the job fair, click here. 

If you are interested in participating in this training please contact Tylena at (607) 334-2201, ext. 128 at the Norwich CDO Workforce NY Center or Deb Barton at (607) 432-4800, ext. 115 at the Oneonta CDO Workforce NY Center.

To view/download the flyer, click here.

Catholic Charities will be having a job recruitment at the Norwich CDO Workforce Center on Tuesday, February 20th, 2018, from 9am – 12pm for a Direct Care Professional position (NY1241482).

The sign-up sheet for scheduled interviews is at the Front Desk.

If you are not located at the Norwich Center, please call the front desk at 334-2201, ext. 127 to schedule for an interview. Walk-ins will be accepted.

To learn more about the position or to download the flyer, click here. 

DCMO BOCES can help!

Classes will be given throughout the Spring, 2018, at the Chenango Campus in Norwich, NY, and at the Harold Campus in Sidney Center, NY.

You must PRE-REGISTER AND PRE-PAY $50.

Registrations may be taken via phone using VISA or Master Card by calling:
(607) 335-1210

Checks or Money Orders may be mailed to:
Please call to make sure the class is available before sending payment
DCMO BOCES Adult Ed.
6678 County Road 32
Norwich, NY 13815

PLEASE NOTE:

Class size is limited
Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment
Please refer to refund policy on the DCMO BOCES Website
WALK-IN’S WILL NOT BE ADMITTED
BRING PERMIT, PEN, SNACK & BEVERAGE
If you are late to the classes, you will not be admitted
Class dates are subject to change

To view the schedule and/or download the registration form, click here. 

AAI Outreach & Case Management Position  

Skills Needed:  
Ability to work independently and meet goals/ deadlines  
Well Organized  
Excellent communication skills with co-workers and customers  
Computer Skills  

· This person will build and cultivate working relationships with local schools, community agencies, parents, teacher and employers.
· Must be able to maintain meticulous records.
· This person will monitor curriculum and meet monthly with all participants in the program.
· Responsible for working closely with employers to create paid/unpaid internships over the summer and with the county summer youth programmers to ensure eligibility for youth.
· Will need to work with the Working Solutions Center (an American Job Center) to identify adult participants for the program and meet with those participants regularly.

This is a two year grant opportunity, full time with benefits.

Salary is $30,000 annually.

Send resumes and references to asavino@working-solutions.org. No phone calls please.

To view or print the job notice, click here.