Workforce Development

Workforce Development Programs

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Program Description: Do you have an open position that you'd lke to advertise? The WorkPlacecan post your job openings on the NYS Job Bank. As always, this service is at no cost to the employer! The WorkPlace also match your openings to customers in our database. If we have a customer who is a good fit for the job, The WorkPlace send them the info on the job & tell them how to apply!

Program Contact: Thomas Fulmer, Employment & Training Specialist | 315-376-5410 | thomas.fulmer@dfa.state.ny.us

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Fort Drum Career Skills Program

Program Description: The Career Skills Program (CSP) encourages Soldiers to capitalize on training opportunities during transition to turn their Military skills into post‐service careers.

Program Contact: Fort Drum Transition Assistance Program | (315) 772-3434 | usarmy.drum.imcom-atlantic.mbx.sfl-tap@mail.mil

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On-the-Job Training Program

Program Description: On-the-Job Training (OJT) is a wage reimbursement program for the training of eligible new hires. If your business and the new employee qualifies, you are eligible to be reimbursed for 50% of the wages during their training phase.

Program Contact: Thomas Fulmer, Employment & Training Specialist | 315-376-5410 | thomas.fulmer@dfa.state.ny.us

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Open Recruitments at The WorkPlace

Program Description: The Lewis County WorkPlace can assist you with holding open recruitments on our premises. This gives businesses the opportunity to interview multiple candidates without disrupting daily operations.

Program Contact: Thomas Fulmer, Employment & Training Specialist | 315-376-5410 | thomas.fulmer@dfa.state.ny.us

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Post Graduate Fellowship Program

Program Description: Lewis County businesses can take advantage of recruiting top talent, while reducing the cost of your onboarding and training process. The Post Graduate Fellowship Program encourages recent college graduates to bring their skills back to Lewis County and start their careers here. The program will cover 50% of the new employee's wage up to $35,000 for one year of employment (reimbursement model).

Program Contact: Thomas Fulmer, Employment & Training Specialist | 315-376-5410 | thomas.fulmer@dfa.state.ny.us

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Summer Youth Employment Program

Program Description: Program sponsors youth ages 14-20 years old to work up to 35 hours per week during the summer months.

Program Contact: Thomas Fulmer, Employment & Training Specialist | 315-376-5410 | thomas.fulmer@dfa.state.ny.us

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Workforce Development Partners

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The Lewis County WorkPlace | Department of Social Services, Employment & Training

Lewis County Employment & Training is here to assist you in your job search; whether you are unemployed, under-employed or just looking to enter a new career field. As the lead agency for workforce development in Lewis County, they offer a wide range of free services for job seekers and businesses alike.

CITEC Business Solutions

CITEC is consulting and training services to help businesses grow. We work across the seven county North Country region, mostly with small and medium-sized manufacturers, but other businesses and organizations as well. Our focus areas are continuous improvement / lean / efficiency, safety, marketing and business development, human resources, leadership development, and executive services.

Jefferson Community College

Jefferson Community College (JCC) is please to offer workshops and trainings at the Lewis County Jefferson Community College Education Center.

Empire State University

Supporting more than 1,000 military-affiliated students, SUNY Empire offers uniquely flexible programs that accommodate the needs of our students. The university offers associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees and certificates, as well as an Ed.D.

Solider for Life - Transition Assistance Program

Executes programs to provide tools and resources to Soldiers, family members, veterans, and Department of the Army civilians who are making career decisions. Offers all required and optional Veterans Opportunity to Work and Career Readiness Standards services and a variety of employer connection events.

Military Spouse Career Accelerator Pilot (MSCAP)

Military spouses of currently serving members of the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, to include active, reserve and National Guard components. You are invited to apply to the new MSCAP Pilot, a competitive multi-year program that provides spouses with paid 12-week fellowships at employers across various industries and locations.