Chenango-Delaware-Otsego Workforce News & Blog

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.

CDO Workforce Newsletter - March 2024

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Don't miss this edition of our March newsletter!

We've got valuable new free workshops and hiring events to tell you about, plus jumpstart your career with free training opportunities!

And we also have community opportunities and more....

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CDO Workforce Job Search Workshops - March 2024

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STRUGGLING TO FIND OR LAND A JOB? DON'T MISS THIS!

Norwich, March 7th, at 1pm. Learn More

Oneonta, March 19th, at 2pm. Learn More

EMAIL Stacey to Register for either workshop or call 607-432-4800 ext. 120

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CDO Workforce Newsletter - February 2024

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We have new free learning and hiring events to tell you about!

Plus, we have helpful new workshops, incentives for businesses, NYATEP State of the State highlights and more...

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CDO Workforce Newsletter - January 2024

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There's a lot happening in January!

This month we're introducing a new staff member, and we've got lots of valuable free workshops and learning/training opportunities to tell you about. Plus new hiring events and job opportunities too!

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CDO Workforce Newsletter - December 2023

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Our December newsletter is here!

This month we're sharing new upcoming hiring events and lots of free learning/training opportunities!

DYK We are hiring a Disability Resource Coordinator?

Plus we have a new staff member to introduce to you, workforce news and more!

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New Online Workshops from the NYS Department of Labor

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

Including:

Resumes
Interviewing
Transferable Skills
Job Search
Networking
And many more!

Go here to see the calendar and sign up!

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CDO Workforce November Newsletter - 2023

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We've got a lot of opportunities coming up for you this month!

Including new hiring events/job fairs (and a workshop to help you prepare!), valuable new free learning/training opportunities, incentives for businesses and lots more...

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FREE Online Workshops from the NYS Department of Labor - November 2023

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Check out these valuable workshops you can take online for free from the NYS Department of Labor:

>Resumes

>Interviewing

>Transferable Skills

>Job Search

>Networking

>And lots more!

And you can chat with an Employment Counselor, too!

See the November Calendar and Register

Learn more/See more opportunities in your area from the Department of Labor

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CDO Workforce Norwich Job Fair Prep Workshop - November 7, 2023

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This workshop will be helpful for individuals who are planning to attend the Job Fair at SUNY Morrisville, Norwich Campus!

Learn:
How to Prepare for a Job Fair
What to do at a Job Fair
How to follow up after the event
Prepare your Elevator Speech

Tuesday, 11/7/2023 at 2pm
CDO Workforce Center, 1 O’Hara Drive, Norwich

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You must be registered with CDO Workforce to attend this workshop. Please call 607-334-2201, ext 127 to schedule an appointment or walk-in.

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CDO Workforce Job Search Workshops - Oneonta and Norwich

Struggling to land or find a job? Don't miss this!

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ONEONTA

Nov. 21, 2023 at Noon

12 Dietz St., Oneonta, NY

Call to Register: 607-432-4800

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NORWICH

Nov. 16, 2023 at 11:00 AM

1 O’Hara Drive, Norwich, NY

Call to Register: 607-334-2201 EXT. 127

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CDO Workforce October 2023 Newsletter

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Don't miss this edition of our CDO Workforce newsletter!
We have new staff to introduce to you, plus we're sharing:

  • Incentives for employers
  • New learning/training opportunities for job seekers
  • Great success stories
  • Staff news
  • Upcoming hiring events and featured job opportunities

And lots more...

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FREE Virtual Workshops - October 2023

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

Resumes
Cover letters
UpSkilling
Motivation
Interviewing
Transferable Skills
Job Search
Networking
And lots more!

Plus--you can chat with an Employment Counselor too!

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CDO Workforce Newsletter - September 2023

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We have a lot to share with you in our September newsletter, including:

New resources in our Spotlight on Workers with a Disability Section

Valuable new free workshops

New Hiring Events

Learning opportunities and lots more...

Plus we're sharing staff news and success stories -- and ICYMI: CDO Workforce is Hiring!!

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FREE In-Person Workshops at CDO Workforce in September

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Job Search Ready and 'Beat the Bot' Workshops will be held this September at Oneonta and Norwich CDO Workforce offices. 

Oneonta

Tuesday, September 19th at 2pm: Beat the Bot Workshop- Learn how businesses use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to scan through thousands of resumes in seconds, and how you can beat the bot, get your resume noticed and secure that interview!

Thursday, September 21st at 12pm Job Search Ready Workshop - This workshop will work on different job search strategies, preparing a targeted resume, interview skill development, and networking tips to get you back to work or to find the job of your dreams.

Norwich

Thursday, September 14th Job Search Ready- This workshop will work on different job search strategies, preparing a targeted resume, interview skill development, and networking tips to get you back to work or to find the job of your dreams.

Thursday, September 28th at 2pm Beat the Bot WorkshopLearn how businesses use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to scan through thousands of resumes in seconds, and how you can beat the bot, get your resume noticed and secure that interview!

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FREE Virtual Workshops from the New York State Department of Labor

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The New York State Department of Labor provides free online workshops every month, including:

  • Resumes
  • Interviewing
  • Transferable Skills
  • Job Search
  • Networking
  • And lots more!

Plus you can chat with an Employment Counselor too!

The September Schedule is here!

GO HERE TO VIEW AND REGISTER

 

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Job Search Workshop - September 14, 2023 at Norwich CDO Workforce

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STRUGGLING TO FIND OR LAND A JOB? DON'T MISS THIS WORKSHOP!

WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023 at 2:00 pm

WHERE: Norwich CDO Workshop 1 O'Hara Drive, Norwich

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CALL NOW TO REGISTER:
607-334-2201 EXT. 127

A small employer recruitment will take place immediately following the Workshop to give participants a chance to meet with employers.

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Can't make this workshop? This workshop will be held on the 2nd Thursday of each month. 

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August Newsletter - 2023

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News and Opportunities for you!

Including:

  • Free workshops and Learning/Training Opportunities
  • Job Opportunities
  • Incentives for Businesses
  • Workforce News
  • Success Stories
  • And lots more...

GO HERE TO READ

 

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FREE Virtual Workshops - August 2023

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The NYS Department of Labor offers free virtual workshops every week!

Resume Development
Interviewing Techniques
Transferable Skills
Job Search
Networking
Salary Negotiation
And lots more...

Plus you can chat with an Employment Counselor too!

See what's coming up in August.

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FREE Workshops at Norwich CDO Workforce: Interviewing Techniques and Resume Development

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Norwich CDO Workforce will facilitate the New York State Department of Labor virtual Resume Development workshop on Wednesday, August 9th, from 1-2pm and the Interviewing Techniques workshop on Wednesday, August 23rd, 11am-12:30pm.

You're Invited!

WHERE: Norwich CDO Workforce Center
1 O’Hara Drive, Norwich, NY

Space is limited. Call 607-334-2201, ext. 127 to register today.

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Download the Interviewing Techniques Workshop Flyer

 

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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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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

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

Recruitment & Training Websites