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SNAP ABAWD Work Rules begin March 1, 2026

If you have chosen to complete a WIOA job search you can download the documents below. This form is due back to Lewis County Employment & Training by the 10th of the following month. For example, if you begin an 80 hour WIOA Job Search in March 2026, you will need to submit the form no later than April 10th, 2026 to Lewis County Employment & Training to receive credit for your job search. For more information on SNAP ABAWD work rules or exemptions, please click on the link below. 

https://lewiscountyny.gov/departments/social-services/employment-and-training/

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Job Search

Targeted Job Searching using Eightfold’s Advanced Artificial Intelligence.

Build your Job Search Profile based on your knowledge, skills, and experience to find a job that’s right for you. 

  • Browse New York State job listings by sector, geography, and role; set alerts, track applications, and apply directly to jobs.

Coursera

  • Explore online training courses to begin your learning journey.
  • Pick up where you left off on courses you enrolled in from the Virtual Career Center’s Career Planner.
  • Discover and enroll in courses to help you upskill free of charge!

The New York State Department of Labor offers eligible unemployed or underemployed residents’ free access to nearly 4,000 Coursera courses and professional certificates.

  • The program includes courses in high-growth industries including data science, business, technology, healthcare, and more, many of which lead to certifications and professional certificates that can enhance carer prospects. 

Eligibility:

  • Be unemployed or underemployed in New York State
  • 18 years or older.
  • Out-of-state residents currently receiving New York State Unemployment Insurance are also eligible. 
How to Sign Up

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JobZone

JobZone is a job search and career development tool designed to help you:

  • Plan for your future
  • Organize your job search
  • Explore your career interests and skills
  • Develop customized resumes
  • Explore more than 800 careers

You can explore JobZone in guest mode, in order to take advantage of all of the modules, you will need to create an account. This will require a DOL NY.gov account

Helpful JobZone Tips

Information about JobZone

Key Features

Job Search

Search for jobs by location, keywords, or industry. JobZone also allows a resume-based search using Skills Matching and Referral Technology (SMART) which analyzes your skills, experience, and talents to suggest suitable career paths. 

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Job Scout

Receive automated job lead emails based on your skills and preferences, helping you stay updated on relevant Opportunities.

Resume and Cover Letter Preparation

Build, store, and customize multiple resumes and cover letters for different job applications. 

Resume Builder

The New York State Department of Labor’s Resume Builder is a free online tool that lets you create, update, and store professional resumes tailored to specific jobs, with options to upload or build from scratch. 

  • Resume Builder is available through JobZone, the New York State Department of Labor’s job search and career development platform. You can access it from the JobZone homepage under the Resume and Letter Preparation section. 
  • You will need a Department of Labor NY.gov account to use all the features. If already have an NY.gov account, you can log in directly; otherwise, you will need to create one. 
Resume Builder Guide

How to Create a Quick Resume

How to Create a Full Resume

Veterans & Military Transition Center

Veteran and Military Transition Center is a one-stop website for Employment, training, and financial help after military service. 

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Employability Score

How Employable are you? What can you do to increase your chances of getting hired? The Employability Score collects data related to employment prospects and weights this data based on which factors contribute more heavily to employment.

Employability Score

Self-Sufficiency Earnings Estimator

This estimator calculates the income required by an individual or family to meet its basic needs for a given family size and geographic location. These basic needs include housing, food, health care, transportation, childcare and taxes. The estimated income does not include public or private assistance.

Earnings Estimator

Salary Negotiation Guide

Negotiating can be a daunting experience and even viewed as taboo as money is often an uncomfortable subject to discuss. However, negotiations will be a part of your future whether you’re building your career or established in one. It’s the start of a long-term relationship between you and a potential employer.

Salary Negotiation

My Skills My Future

Explore new career options and expand your job search.

My Skills My Future

Your Next Move

What do you want to do for a living? Search different types of careers, which careers have a bright outlook moving forward, and sort careers by your interests. 

Your Next Move