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What they call their work
FMS Workforce Career Centers
One-stop career centers providing job search assistance, training programs, and business hiring support across Fulton, Montgomery, and Schoharie Counties
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Workforce Readiness Training 5 activities
- Administers workforce development programs under WIOAImplements the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) to deliver integrated services for job seekers and employers in Fulton, Montgomery, and Schoharie Counties, NY, ensuring universal access, customer choice, service integration, and performance accountability.
- Assists individuals with unemployment claims and fraud resolutionProvides direct support to individuals filing for unemployment benefits and resolving unemployment fraud issues.
- Hosts job fairs and customized recruitment eventsOrganizes monthly mini-job fairs rotating across three counties, an annual community job fair with over 60 businesses, and customized recruitment events that include promotion, pre-screening, and on-site interviews.
- Operates three Workforce Career Center locationsRuns physical service centers in Gloversville, Amsterdam, and Cobleskill that provide access to job search resources, career counseling, training programs, and support services for job seekers and businesses.
- Provides job readiness and resume development servicesOffers workshops and one-on-one assistance in resume writing, interviewing skills, job search strategies, and developing positive work habits to support employment placement for job seekers.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 2 activities
- Administers youth employment and summer work programsPlaces youth in paid work experiences, including summer employment with local businesses, offering up to 250 hours of work aligned to career interests and incorporating STEM exploration and workforce readiness resources.
- Connects youth to career exploration and post-secondary opportunitiesProvides access to Career Zone tools for career exploration based on individual strengths and connects youth to local opportunities including Job Corps, military recruiters, and financial planning resources.
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Union-Linked Educational Scholarships 1 activity
- Facilitates on-the-job training and employer reimbursement programsProvides funding to businesses for on-the-job training of new hires and cost-sharing support for upskilling existing employees, reducing employer hiring and training costs for full- or part-time positions.
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Professional Job Board & Career Placement Services 1 activity
- Manages job posting and applicant pre-screening servicesAssists businesses in posting jobs to the New York State Job Bank, distributes job orders through staff, partners, and social media, and pre-screens applicants based on employer-defined qualifications.
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High School Equivalency Preparation 1 activity
- Provides GED/High School Equivalency preparation for youthOffers morning and afternoon GED preparation classes and High School Equivalency instruction at Workforce Career Centers in Gloversville, Amsterdam, and Cobleskill to support youth in earning their diploma.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Provides classroom training funding for skill developmentOffers financial support for classroom-based instruction to help eligible individuals gain or improve skills in high-demand occupations with strong job placement and retention potential.
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Workplace DEI Research and Training 1 activity
- Provides employer education and consultation on disability inclusionOffers workshops and consultation for employers on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations, disability etiquette, inclusive hiring practices, and federal tax incentives to promote workforce diversity.
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Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Supports employment and training access for individuals with disabilitiesProvides career counseling, training referrals, and workshops on disclosure, reasonable accommodations, and work incentives for individuals with disabilities, and offers a Disabled Veteran Counselor at the Amsterdam Workforce Solutions Center.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.77M
Contributions & grants$1.69M96%
Program service revenue$-15K-1%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$90K
expenses
Total expenses$1.79M
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$334K
Grants paid out$1.06M
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$158K
Cash$25K
Investments$0
Liabilities$107K
Net assets$51K
Liquid reserves0.2 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +9.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| REGINA PAPA | EXECUTIVE DI | 38 | $90K |
board members · 22
- ALLENE MONAGHAN — DIRECTOR
- AMY ROGERS — VICE CHAIRMA
- ANGELIA KEHL — DIRECTOR
- ASHLEY CAPOBIANCO — DIRECTOR
- ASHLEY LEBLANC — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTIE DAVIS — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTOPHER MANUS — DIRECTOR
- DONNA BECKER — DIRECTOR
- DONNA PESTA — DIRECTOR
- JACLYN BUCHANAN — DIRECTOR
- JEANNETTE SPAULDING — DIRECTOR
- JEFFREY P STARK — DIRECTOR
- KATHLEEN KILMARTIN — DIRECTOR
- KENNETH ROSE — DIRECTOR
- KURT DAVIGNON — DIRECTOR
- LANI PERTELL — DIRECTOR
- LAURIE BARGSTEDT — SECRETARY
- LAURIE INGLESTON — DIRECTOR
- PAMELA GOLDSWER — DIRECTOR
- PETER STEARNS — DIRECTOR
- RITA FRANKO — DIRECTOR
- WENDY ADAMS-ROSA — CHAIRWOMAN
relationships · 66
Who they work with
- ACCES-VR, Fulton/Montgomery County Government — Partners to deliver employment education, training, and advocacy for individuals with disabilities
- ACCES-VR, Schoharie County Government — Partners to deliver employment education, training, and advocacy for individuals with disabilities
- Adult Career & Continuing Education Services: Vocational Rehabilitation Partner — Collaborates on vocational rehabilitation and career training services
- American Job Center Partner — Collaborates on workforce development services
- Associates for Training and Development Partner — Collaborates on workforce training and development programs
- CDL Associates Insurance Agency Partner — Hosts youth participants from the Workforce Solutions Youth Program.
- Capital Region BOCES Partner — Collaborates on educational and workforce development initiatives
- Catskill Center for Independence Partner — Collaborates on services supporting independence and employment for individuals with disabilities
- Eligible Training Providers List Network — Partners with training agencies and programs listed on the Eligible Training Providers List to deliver funded classroom instruction.
- FMS Build Partner — Partner organization linked through the FMS Workforce Solutions logo, indicating a collaborative or affiliated relationship.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to share event information
- FulMont Community Action Program Partner — Collaborates on employment services and community programs in Fulton and Montgomery Counties
- Fulmont Community Action Agency, Inc. Partner — Collaborates on community action and workforce development programs
- Fulton County Government — Hosts a Workforce Career Center location in Gloversville, NY.
- Fulton County Department of Social Services Partner — Collaborates on social services and employment support programs
- Fulton County Office for the Aging Partner — Collaborates on services supporting employment and independence for older adults
- Fulton County Veterans Service Agency Partner — Works with Fulton County Veterans Service Agency to provide veteran support in Johnstown, NY.
- Fulton Montgomery Community College Partner — Collaborates on educational and transition services for people with disabilities
- Fulton Montgomery Community College Partner — Provides affordable pathways to college degrees and career training in partnership with workforce development initiatives.
- Fulton, Montgomery and Schoharie Private Industry Council Partner — Collaborates on workforce development and employment programs
- Fulton, Montgomery, Schoharie Counties Workforce Development Board and Partners Network — Collaborative network responsible for delivering workforce development services in the region.
- Fulton-Montgomery Community College Partner — Collaborates on education and workforce training programs
- Fulton-Montgomery Regional Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates on hosting the Annual Community Job Fair.
- Fulton/Montgomery Regional Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates to support businesses in Fulton and Montgomery Counties
- HFM BOCES Partner — Collaborates on educational and workforce development services
- Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES Partner — Collaborates to deliver cost-effective, innovative workforce and community programs.
- Integrated Staffing Partner — Participates in Mini Job Fairs organized by Workforce Solutions.
- Job Corps Partner — Connects youth to Job Corps for additional training and employment opportunities.
- Lexington Arc Partner — Partners to provide employment support and opportunities for individuals with disabilities
- Liberty Arc Partner — Partners to provide employment support and opportunities for individuals with disabilities
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
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- Apprenticeship and On-the-Job Training Modelsmethodology: apprenticeship-based-trainingBy using apprenticeship models and on-the-job training with actual work equipment, we ensure mastery of job-specific skills because experiential learning in real work environments produces competent, job-ready workers.
- Customer Choice in Training Provider Selectionmethodology: customer-choiceBy allowing job seekers to choose their own training providers based on individual needs, we increase engagement and improve workforce development outcomes because personalized pathways lead to better alignment with career goals and higher completion rates.
- Integrated Service Delivery for Workforce Developmentmethodology: integration-of-servicesBy providing coordinated access to employment, education, training, and information services through a single-point model, we improve service utilization and outcomes because integrated systems reduce barriers and streamline navigation for job seekers and businesses.
- Labor Market-Driven Trainingmethodology: labor-market-driven-trainingBy aligning skills training with local labor market demands and employment outcomes, we improve job placement and economic self-sufficiency because training programs are responsive to real-time employer needs and regional economic conditions.
- Universal Access to Workforce Servicesmethodology: universal-accessBy ensuring open access to workforce services for all individuals regardless of background or employment status, we promote equity and broaden participation because removing eligibility barriers increases reach and engagement across diverse populations.