Herkimer County Government

08/12/2026

UPDATE: The position as been filled.

The Office for the Aging HEAP position open. This is a seasonal position that runs from September until HEAP funding is exhausted ( approx. April 2027).

08/12/2026

🐾 **Rabies Vaccination Clinic – Salisbury Center** 🐾

Mark your calendars! Herkimer County Public Health will be holding a **Rabies Vaccination Clinic** on:

📅 **Thursday, August 20**
🕠 **5:30 PM – 7:00 PM**
📍 **Salisbury Fire Department**
2549 State Route 29, Salisbury Center

Protect your pets and help keep our community safe by ensuring your dogs, cats, and ferrets are up to date on their rabies vaccinations.

**Before You Come:**
🐶 Dogs must be on a leash.
🐱 Cats and ferrets must be in a carrier.
📄 Bring proof of your pet's last rabies vaccination to receive a **3-year certificate**.
💵 A **$5.00 donation per pet** is suggested to help defray clinic costs.
🚪 Doors will not open until the clinic begins at **5:30 PM**. If you arrive early and the weather is poor, please wait in your vehicle.

📞 **For the fastest service, call 315-867-1176 to pre-register.**

We look forward to seeing you and your furry family members on **Thursday, August 20!** 🐾

08/07/2026

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Drivers will need to find a new route as the Theodore S Wind Bridge on St. Rt. 169 in the City of Little Falls is set to close for repairs.

08/06/2026

Join the team at Herkimer County, where your work strengthens the community and your career grows with purpose. If you’re ready to make a difference close to home, submit your application today.

Herkimer County Personnel / Civil Service job postings. Click here for available job listings.

07/29/2026

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We are hiring a Senior Family Services Specialist for our Early Intervention team!
Starting salary: $51,500 + county benefits
If you’re passionate about supporting families with young children, we’d love to hear from you.
View the full job description here: https://www.herkimercountyny.gov/download/document.php?docid=1354

07/28/2026

⭐Food Sense pick up is THIS FRIDAY July 31st from 10-11AM!⭐Did you know that when you pick up your order, you can place your order for August? See the August menu below.

07/28/2026

WE'RE HIRING!!!
The Herkimer County Office for the Aging is hiring substitute Meals on Wheels Drivers for the Herkimer, Ilion and Mohawk areas. Delivering home delivered meals is a great way to support older adults in the community while earning some extra money. The pay rate is $16.00/hr. and mileage is reimbursed at 76 cents per mile.

Individuals must be able to lift 35lbs and pass a background check through the Herkimer County Sheriff's Department.

For more information please contact 315-867-1124.

07/23/2026

07/21/2026

📞🔔 New Phone System Update at Herkimer County Public Health! 🔔📞

Starting Wednesday, July 30, callers to our main line will notice a change — we’re launching a new phone tree system designed to get you connected faster and more efficiently! 🕓✅

When you call, you’ll now be greeted with options to direct your call based on your needs:
1️⃣ Rabies
2️⃣ Immunizations
3️⃣ Communicable Diseases
4️⃣ Lead Program
5️⃣ Maternal, Developmental, or Family Support Programs
6️⃣ Front Desk/Operator

This update helps ensure you’re routed directly to the right team, saving time and improving service.

⚠️ As always, if you are experiencing a medical or public health emergency, dial 911 immediately.

Thank you for your patience as we work to serve Herkimer County better!

04/01/2026

Discover what's happening right here in Herkimer County! From community fairs to local markets and seasonal festivals, there's always something to do.

Check out our local event calendars and get involved in the fun happening in your backyard.

📍 https://www.herkimercountyny.gov/events/