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The Official Career Development Source for Employment, Training and Recruitment issues for Business and Individuals in Chenango, Delaware and Otsego Counties of New York State.

Resume and Interviewing Workshops at Norwich CDO Workforce

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Norwich CDO Workforce is offering the following NYSDOL Workshops at the Norwich CDO Workforce Center:

Resume Development  - 7/18/2023 at 11am-12pm
Interviewing Techniques  - 7/26/2023 at 11am-12:30pm

We will be utilizing the virtual workshop and customers can attend the workshop as a group in our conference room.

All customers attending need to be enrolled.

Call 607-334-2201, ext. 127 to register.

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CDO Workforce July Newsletter - 2023

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Don't miss this month's new learning/training opportunities, job opportunities and events! Plus: 

  • We've got an internet survey that will help all New York residents get connected
  • New community events
  • A new virtual job fair to tell you about
  • And lots more...

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"Beat the Bot" Workshops in June at CDO Workforce

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Learn how businesses use the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), an automated resume scanning system-- and how you you can "beat the bot" to get your resume noticed!

You must register for this event.

Norwich: June 22nd at 2pm
1 O'Hara Drive
Norwich, NY 13815
(607) 334-2201

Oneonta: June 29th at 2pm
12 Dietz St.
Oneonta, NY 13820
(607) 432-4800

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FREE In-Person Leadership for Supervisors Training

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Wednesday, June 28; Thursday, June 29; and Friday, June 30 from 9am – Noon

(9 hours of in-person training)

Location: Sidney Area/TBD

Beneficial to new, entry-level, and apprentice supervisors or team leaders, from any industry; plus individuals who aspire to be supervisors.

Topics that will be discussed in this training:
• 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

This training usually has a price tag of $300 - $400, but CDO Workforce s offering the training to individuals and businesses for free.

The free training does require individuals to complete a registration form. One year of prior work experience is required.

Please contact CDO Workforce for a registration form at 607-334- 2201, ext. 128 or email: TDaniels@co.chenango.ny.us.

The closing date for registration is June 22nd. There is limited seating so make your reservations soon!

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The CDO Workforce June Newsletter is Here!

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Here's a short preview of what is happening in June:

>The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., is Hiring in Utica, NY

>FREE Six County Job Fair

>The Summer Youth Employment Program is Enrolling

>Free In-Person Workshop for Microsoft Word

>Free Leadership for Supervisors Class

>New incentives for businesses

>Lots of new learning/training opportunities for job seekers, and new job opportunities and hiring events

>Community Events

>And lots more...

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Free In-Person Workshop for Microsoft Word at Norwich CDO Workforce

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Norwich CDO Workforce is Offering a three-day In-Person Workshop for Microsoft Word.

This training will be June 26th, June 27th, June 30th 9am-10:30am. All attendees who complete the 3 training sessions will be offered the opportunity to complete a certification exam.

All attendees will need to be enrolled with CDO Workforce.

Contact the CDO Workforce at 607-334-2201, ext. 127 or stop in at 1 O'Hara Drive, Norwich to register with CDO Workforce and/or for this training.

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Free Online Workshops you can take this month from the NYS Department of Labor

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Plus you can chat with an Employment Counselor too!

>Communication Skills
>Resumes
>Interviewing
>Job Search Strategies
>Self-Motivation
>Transferable Skills
And much, much more!


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Free Virtual Workshops you can take in May from the NYS Department of Labor

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Plus you can chat with an Employment Counselor too!

  • Communication Skills
  • Resumes
  • Interviewing
  • SNAP
  • Prepare for a Job Fair
  • Transferable Skills
  • And much, much more!

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May Newsletter - News & Opportunities for You

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We've got new local hiring events and some great success stories to share with you this month-- along with valuable new learning opportunities that you won't want to miss!

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We've got a lot of new opportunities to share with you in our April Newsletter

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Including:

  • Incentives for Employers
  • A free training class to jump-start your job search
  • An upcoming CNA class, see if you are eligible for tuition assistance
  • An IT training boot camp - see if you are eligible for tuition assistance
  • New featured job opportunities
  • A virtual job fair
  • And lots more!

Plus we've got some great success stories to share with you too!

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FREE Virtual Workshops - April 2023

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The New York State Department of Labor is offering Free online virtual workshops - New Classes Every Week!

  • Resumes
  • Interviewing
  • Transferable Skills
  • Job Search
  • Networking
  • And lots more!
 
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FREE Workshops at CDO Workforce in March

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Job Seekers, You're invited to attend these valuable workshops happening at CDO Workforce in March:

 

Oneonta office


3/14/23 @ 2:00pm -  BEAT THE BOT

3/30/2023 @ 2:00pm -  OVERCOMING LEGAL BARRIERS

Location: 12 Dietz St., Oneonta, NY

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Norwich office

3/9/23 at 9:30am - BEAT THE BOT

3/23/2023 @ 9:30am - OVERCOMING LEGAL BARRIERS

Location: 1 O'Hara Drive, Norwich, NY

 

 

DESCRIPTIONS


BEAT THE BOT
Learn what the Applicant Tracking System is and how to get your resume through them. Learn tips and tricks on redesigning your resume to get the interview.

OVERCOMING YOUR LEGAL BARRIERS
This workshop will provide guidance and resources to assist in making changes in participants life and securing long-term employment. We will identify for a variety of documents that the job seeker can present to a prospective employer that will alleviate the barriers of conviction status to employers.

For more information or to register, contact Stacey Smith, 607-432-4800 ext. 117 or email:  Stacey.Smith@labor.ny.gov

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CDO Workforce March Newsletter - 2023

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We've got valuable news and events to share with you. Including:

>New Job Fairs and Hiring Events and New Job Opportunities

>Reimbursement/Grant Incentives for Businesses

>Free Learning/Training Opportunities and Workshops

>Community News and Opportunities

>And Lots More...

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Civil Service Workshop and Recruitment Event

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 -THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO THE WEATHER-

Job Seekers: You're invited to the CDO Workforce Civil Service Workshop and Recruitment Event at Southside Mall in Oneonta on Tuesday, February 28th at the Southside Mall.

Workshop: 11:00am to Noon

Recruitment: Noon to 1:00pm

Meet one-on-one with:

NYS Civil Service
The City of Oneonta
NYS Troopers
NYS OPWDD
Delaware County
Social Security Administration
USPS
The Oneonta City School District

Call Or E-mail To Register:
607-432-4800
margaret.burkett@labor.ny.gov

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Job Seekers: Do you need some help finding a job?

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Would You Like To:


> Learn new or brush up on BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS, like Word, Email and Zoom?
> Learn new techniques for SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEWS?
> Create a NEW RESUME to stand apart from the crowd?
> Learn to NAVIGATE THE INTERNET to find and apply for jobs?

 

You’re Invited to attend our Free “Jobs Jump-Start” training series starting on April 17th!

This four-day course will run from Monday, April 17th to Thursday, April 20th. Class times: 11:00am to 12:30pm. Training will be at the Norwich CDO Workforce Center at 1 O’Hara Drive, Norwich, NY.

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To Register Contact Tylena Daniels at (607) 334-2201 or email:
tdaniels@co.chenango.ny.us

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Beat the Bot Workshop at Norwich CDO Workforce

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Learn about the applicant tracking system and how this affects your job search.

When: February 16, 2023, at 9:30am

Where: Norwich CDO Workforce - 1 O’Hara Drive, Norwich, NY

For Questions or To register, please call: 607-334-2201 ext. 127

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Don't miss our February newsletter

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We've got a lot of new events and opportunities to tell you about in our CDO Workforce February newsletter...


>New free virtual and in-person hiring events,

>New free learning and training opportunities and workshops,

>A free virtual disability awareness training event,

>Incentives and services for businesses,

>Community news and opportunities, including free tax preparation,

>And lots more!

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FREE Virtual Workshops - February Schedule

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Ready to improve your skills and start on your ideal career?

The New York State Department of Labor offers FREE virtual workshops on resume writing, interviewing, transferable skills and more!

View the February Schedule and How to Register Here

 

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Civil Service Workshop & Recruitment Event at Norwich CDO Workforce

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You're invited to the Norwich CDO Workforce Civil Service Workshop, followed by a Recruitment Event at the Norwich CDO Workforce on Thursday February 2, 2023

WHEN: Workshop @ 9:30am
Job Fair 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

WHERE: 1 O'Hara Drve, Norwich

Participating Businesses:

The City of Norwich
NYS Vets Home
NYS OPWDD
Chenango Valley Homes

For more information contact Norwich CDO Workforce: 607-334-2201

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FREE Online Workshops This Week from the NYS Department of Labor

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Check out these FREE workshops that you can take online this week from the Department of Labor--Plus online help and information sessions!

 
January 9 at 1 pm: SNAP Overview
January 9 at 1 pm: Transferable Skills
January 10 at 11 am: Writing Effective Cover Letters
January 10 at 11 am: Exploring JobZone
January 10 at1 pm: Time Management
January 11 at 11 am: Communication Skills
January 11 at 11 am: Networking
January 11 at1 pm: Resume Development
January 12 at 11 am: Civil Service
January 12 at 1 pm Spanish: Interviewing Techniques
January 12 at 1 pm: Give Yourself Credit: SUNY Empire State College Info Session
January 13 at 11 am Chat with an Employment Counselor
 

Learn more about these valuable opportunities and how to register here: https://statistics.labor.ny.gov/career-zone/career-calendar.shtml

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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/

CDO Workforce New York Job, Career Development and Resource Websites

Training and Upcoming Events

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View our event calendar.

You can also visit the NYS Dept of Labor website for additional Workshop information, click here

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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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