Although our numbers were small, a lot of information was shared by our guest speaker today. Lee DuPont came from the Oregon Employment Department to provide information about how Veterans' Employment Specialists can help with the job search process. He provided each veteran in attendance with packets of handouts. (I have a limited number of packets available.)
Second: did you know KATU has a community outreach program this year focused on helping members of the community to regain employment and self sufficiency. The name of the project is: Add 1 Job. Listings can be found at KATU . The jobs are not posted in chronological order, scroll through to see if there is a job you would like to further examine.
Next week, we will gather in the EAC learning center and update I Match Skills prepatory to our next speaker. Arthur Knepper will be speaking on June 7th.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Government Employment
For some Vets, the "perfect job" might be working for a governmental agency. We are familiar with how the VA works and might believe we would "fit" there. The links below are to several government related agencies.
Metro : As a regional government, Metro crosses city limits and county lines to work with communities in creating a vibrant and sustainable region for all. Through shared values of public service, excellence, teamwork, sustainability, innovation and respect, Metro employees serve the region in a variety of roles – from economists to park rangers, cartographers to zookeepers, and recycling specialists to theater ushers.
Metro / Zoo Internships : Most but not all zoo internships are unpaid, and offer real-world work experience and mentoring by professionals.
City of Portland : In support of the City's efforts to be a leader in sustainable practices and to effectively use technology to improve efficiency. Starting January 3, 2012 the City of Portland will only be accepting applications through our Online Application System. BHR continues to work with ADA qualified applicants requesting accommodation.
You can now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link! If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can build an application by clicking on the "Build Job Application" link. This application can be saved and used to apply for more than one job opening.
State of Oregon : This page covers State jobs, listings from some governmental agencies, and some listings from cities.
League of Oregon Cities : League of Oregon Cities is a conglomerate of information for and about cities. Cities can post job openings for dirt cheap and it fulfills the letter of the law: they posted the job.
Multnomah County : The Multnomah County job application process is Online Only. Paper applications are not accepted. Multnomah County values a diverse work force, built on inclusion, equity and cultural competency. We offer a wide variety of jobs, with competitive salaries, family benefits, reitrement plans and flexible schedules.
Clackamas County : Clackamas County, in north central Oregon, is one of the counties that make up the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. It is bounded by Multnomah County to the north, Wasco County to the east, Marion County to the south, and Yamhill and Washington Counties to the west.
Clackamas County city listings : About midway down this page, you will find lisings of Clackamas County cities. The city links will take you to information about those cities and possible employment there.
This should give you a pretty good idea about employment with local governments. If you need additional assistance, please remember: staff is available to help you at the Employment Access Center.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
Metro : As a regional government, Metro crosses city limits and county lines to work with communities in creating a vibrant and sustainable region for all. Through shared values of public service, excellence, teamwork, sustainability, innovation and respect, Metro employees serve the region in a variety of roles – from economists to park rangers, cartographers to zookeepers, and recycling specialists to theater ushers.
Metro / Zoo Internships : Most but not all zoo internships are unpaid, and offer real-world work experience and mentoring by professionals.
City of Portland : In support of the City's efforts to be a leader in sustainable practices and to effectively use technology to improve efficiency. Starting January 3, 2012 the City of Portland will only be accepting applications through our Online Application System. BHR continues to work with ADA qualified applicants requesting accommodation.
You can now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link! If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can build an application by clicking on the "Build Job Application" link. This application can be saved and used to apply for more than one job opening.
State of Oregon : This page covers State jobs, listings from some governmental agencies, and some listings from cities.
League of Oregon Cities : League of Oregon Cities is a conglomerate of information for and about cities. Cities can post job openings for dirt cheap and it fulfills the letter of the law: they posted the job.
Multnomah County : The Multnomah County job application process is Online Only. Paper applications are not accepted. Multnomah County values a diverse work force, built on inclusion, equity and cultural competency. We offer a wide variety of jobs, with competitive salaries, family benefits, reitrement plans and flexible schedules.
Clackamas County : Clackamas County, in north central Oregon, is one of the counties that make up the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. It is bounded by Multnomah County to the north, Wasco County to the east, Marion County to the south, and Yamhill and Washington Counties to the west.
Clackamas County city listings : About midway down this page, you will find lisings of Clackamas County cities. The city links will take you to information about those cities and possible employment there.
This should give you a pretty good idea about employment with local governments. If you need additional assistance, please remember: staff is available to help you at the Employment Access Center.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP)
For your information:
Congress passed, and the President has signed into law, the VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011. Included in this new law is the Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP). VRAP offers up to 12 months of training assistance to unemployed Veterans. The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) and the Department of Labor (DOL) are working together to roll out this new program on July 1, 2012.
Further info: VRAP
Congress passed, and the President has signed into law, the VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011. Included in this new law is the Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP). VRAP offers up to 12 months of training assistance to unemployed Veterans. The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) and the Department of Labor (DOL) are working together to roll out this new program on July 1, 2012.
Further info: VRAP
Women in Trades Career Fair
Women in Trades Career Fair is a hands-on trades-related career fair serving thousands of girls and women. This is the 20th annual fair and it is hosted by: NECA/IBEW Electrical Training Center. This event is free to those attending.
Women in Trades Career Fair
16021 NE Airport Way
Portland, Oregon
Saturday, May 19, 2012
9:00am - 3:00pm
FREE EcoShuttle Transportation
Gateway Transit Center
** I have attended this event in the past and have always had good networking outcomes. They anticipate more than 70 companies, apprenticeship centers, government agencies, and community colleges to exhibit at the fair. **
Further information:
Further information:
Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc.
3934 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, #101
Portland, Oregon 97212
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Reminder + links
This is your reminder, whether you need it or not: WHVRP Job Club is tomorrow. We have a guest speaker and I would like to double last weeks attendance if possible. Thursday, 1:30pm at the Employment Access Center.
Some people mumble: Cindy knows people every place! Well, not EVERY place, but I tried to build as many relationships as possible. When you get involved in networking, your network will begin to offer you job leads and access to other people. SO: the leads today are from my friends.
1. Prichard Communications Mac runs a list and usually, the jobs require either skills or education. While they are not often entry level, at times he has postings of internships. Don't write him off, some day he might have a lead just for you.
2. Aerotek John Pahlke will be our Guest Speaker on 05.17.2012. He will help you become aware of the advantages of working for a staffing company and how best to present yourself at Aerotek. Aerotek has several offices, not all of their positions are industrial. They do commercial and technical staffing as well.
3. Action Employment Services Tim Bulter is my contact person at Action. He is anxious to match veterans with employers. As a Business Development Manager, he knows what employers need what sorts of candidates. Contacting Action would not be a waste of time, in my opinion.
Best Wishes ladies, see you tomorrow!
Cindy B.
Some people mumble: Cindy knows people every place! Well, not EVERY place, but I tried to build as many relationships as possible. When you get involved in networking, your network will begin to offer you job leads and access to other people. SO: the leads today are from my friends.
1. Prichard Communications Mac runs a list and usually, the jobs require either skills or education. While they are not often entry level, at times he has postings of internships. Don't write him off, some day he might have a lead just for you.
2. Aerotek John Pahlke will be our Guest Speaker on 05.17.2012. He will help you become aware of the advantages of working for a staffing company and how best to present yourself at Aerotek. Aerotek has several offices, not all of their positions are industrial. They do commercial and technical staffing as well.
3. Action Employment Services Tim Bulter is my contact person at Action. He is anxious to match veterans with employers. As a Business Development Manager, he knows what employers need what sorts of candidates. Contacting Action would not be a waste of time, in my opinion.
Best Wishes ladies, see you tomorrow!
Cindy B.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Week Two Summary
We do not have any candidates for intensive employment search so I will not post daily. What I will do is review what was covered in WHVRP Job Club as well as add some general content.
THAT being said: we doubled our attendance last week! We reviewed marketing materials and what do employers expect to see on a resume or cover letter. We also reviewed On the Job Training opportunities. Homework was a blank Master Application.
This Thursday, we have a guest speaker scheduled. John Pahlke from Aerotek is scheduled to speak about the value of working temporary assignments. I have worked with John to assist candidates with placements for about three or four years and I trust he will be able to convince you of the value of temporary assignments.
WHVRP Job Club: 1:30pm, Thursday. Check in before 1:30pm, late admittance is not allowed.
** Last week, our gathering was 'sponsored' by the Firestone dealership at 82nd and King Road. They provided us with coupons to go bowling. Those who attended last week, please pick up your attendance incentive this week. **
THAT being said: we doubled our attendance last week! We reviewed marketing materials and what do employers expect to see on a resume or cover letter. We also reviewed On the Job Training opportunities. Homework was a blank Master Application.
This Thursday, we have a guest speaker scheduled. John Pahlke from Aerotek is scheduled to speak about the value of working temporary assignments. I have worked with John to assist candidates with placements for about three or four years and I trust he will be able to convince you of the value of temporary assignments.
WHVRP Job Club: 1:30pm, Thursday. Check in before 1:30pm, late admittance is not allowed.
** Last week, our gathering was 'sponsored' by the Firestone dealership at 82nd and King Road. They provided us with coupons to go bowling. Those who attended last week, please pick up your attendance incentive this week. **
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Select job leads
These are selected job leads in that: they relate to some of the candidates expressed professions. If there is not a lead to a profession you are interested in ... request a search which would benefit you.
Medical Assistant / Hillsboro : This is an On the Job training opportunity offered to qualified candidates through Worksource Beaverton / Hillsboro. Job listing ID: 855619.
Customer Care Assistant : This is an On the Job training opportunity offered to qualified candidates through Worksource. Job listing ID:842819.
Customer Care Assistant : This is an On the Job training opportunity offered to qualified candidates through WorkSource Portland Metro East. Job Listing ID: 868731.
Biller/ Followup Specialist : This position is with Legacy Health. Oregon Employment Department: Job listing ID: 873309.
Customer Service Associate II : This position is with Lowe's @ Delta Park. Oregon Employment Department: Job listing ID: 873302.
Accounts Receivable Data Entry Clerk : This position is with TruGreen in Lake Oswego. Oregon Employment Department: Job listing: 872771.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
Medical Assistant / Hillsboro : This is an On the Job training opportunity offered to qualified candidates through Worksource Beaverton / Hillsboro. Job listing ID: 855619.
Customer Care Assistant : This is an On the Job training opportunity offered to qualified candidates through Worksource. Job listing ID:842819.
Customer Care Assistant : This is an On the Job training opportunity offered to qualified candidates through WorkSource Portland Metro East. Job Listing ID: 868731.
Biller/ Followup Specialist : This position is with Legacy Health. Oregon Employment Department: Job listing ID: 873309.
Customer Service Associate II : This position is with Lowe's @ Delta Park. Oregon Employment Department: Job listing ID: 873302.
Accounts Receivable Data Entry Clerk : This position is with TruGreen in Lake Oswego. Oregon Employment Department: Job listing: 872771.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
Think outside of the box
"Thinking outside of the box" might sound a bit cliche. What do I really mean? Afterall ... this blog is about Employment Support.
Every employer has positions within their company which are directly related to keeping the business going but do not sound like the product the company is famous for. Case in point: Danner Boots manufactures boots. HOWEVER ... they have support staff positions. Receptionists, payroll, bookkeeping, HR et cetra. Another local employer famous in our area: Dave's Killer Bread / Naturebake. Receptionists, payroll, bookkeeping, HR plus a boat load of positions related to the every day process of running a business.
Do not discount a company as a possible employer because their product is industrial.
ACCELERATED JOB SEARCH CANDIDATES:
Prepare a summary of your job search for the past seven days.
ALL VETERANS:
Womens Job Club is Thursday afternoon at 1:30pm. Please check in before 1:30pm, the program rules will not allow you to enter late.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
Every employer has positions within their company which are directly related to keeping the business going but do not sound like the product the company is famous for. Case in point: Danner Boots manufactures boots. HOWEVER ... they have support staff positions. Receptionists, payroll, bookkeeping, HR et cetra. Another local employer famous in our area: Dave's Killer Bread / Naturebake. Receptionists, payroll, bookkeeping, HR plus a boat load of positions related to the every day process of running a business.
Do not discount a company as a possible employer because their product is industrial.
ACCELERATED JOB SEARCH CANDIDATES:
Prepare a summary of your job search for the past seven days.
ALL VETERANS:
Womens Job Club is Thursday afternoon at 1:30pm. Please check in before 1:30pm, the program rules will not allow you to enter late.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Resume II
Now that you have a resume you are proud of, are you ready to move to the next step?
What do you plan to do with your resume? Are you attaching it to electronic job applications? Have you posted it to a job search engine? Are you papering Portland with your resume, hoping someone will call you for an interview?
Make a plan and set a goal.
If you need assistance with any part of your resume or how to post/attach it ... please plan to visit the Employment Access Center. Staff are always available to assist you.
ACCELERATED JOB SEARCH CANDIDATES:
Identify two companies you believe you would like to work with and research these companies. Please include as much information as you can find but do not limit yourself to the warm fuzzy stuff. Is there a managing board? How many people work there? What does the most recent profit loss statement look like? If you need assistance with finding information, please email cindy.bennett@ccconcern.org
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
**Today might be a good day to do a walking job search. The sunshine is beautiful!
What do you plan to do with your resume? Are you attaching it to electronic job applications? Have you posted it to a job search engine? Are you papering Portland with your resume, hoping someone will call you for an interview?
Make a plan and set a goal.
If you need assistance with any part of your resume or how to post/attach it ... please plan to visit the Employment Access Center. Staff are always available to assist you.
ACCELERATED JOB SEARCH CANDIDATES:
Identify two companies you believe you would like to work with and research these companies. Please include as much information as you can find but do not limit yourself to the warm fuzzy stuff. Is there a managing board? How many people work there? What does the most recent profit loss statement look like? If you need assistance with finding information, please email cindy.bennett@ccconcern.org
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
**Today might be a good day to do a walking job search. The sunshine is beautiful!
Monday, May 7, 2012
Resume, resume, resume
Is your resume getting you the offers for interviews you were expecting? The resume is not going to get you the job, only the interview. AND, if you are not getting interviews, it makes sense to look at your resume.
Different employers want different formats. Oregon Health Science University wants ONLY chronological format resumes. Some employers want to see your skills and accomplishments near the top of the resume followed by examples of your strengths. When possible, find someone who can tell you if the potential employer has a preference. Our Employment Access Center always has someone who will help you as well as handouts to guide you.
ACCELERATED JOB SEARCH CANDIDATES:
There are over 30 temp services in Portland. Some of them are temporary work only, some are short term assignments and some are temporary to hire for long term. Which services are a match for you and have you applied with them? Homework: research two temp services and decide if you think they would be a match for you.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
Different employers want different formats. Oregon Health Science University wants ONLY chronological format resumes. Some employers want to see your skills and accomplishments near the top of the resume followed by examples of your strengths. When possible, find someone who can tell you if the potential employer has a preference. Our Employment Access Center always has someone who will help you as well as handouts to guide you.
ACCELERATED JOB SEARCH CANDIDATES:
There are over 30 temp services in Portland. Some of them are temporary work only, some are short term assignments and some are temporary to hire for long term. Which services are a match for you and have you applied with them? Homework: research two temp services and decide if you think they would be a match for you.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
Sunday, May 6, 2012
DISCLAIMER
Please know that people outside of the Portland WHVRP program may view this blog. Comments are welcome from all/any ... BUT ... please be careful when selecting your user name if you do not want outside readers trying to respond to your comments.
We want to protect your confidential information.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
We want to protect your confidential information.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
Friday, May 4, 2012
Day One
The purpose of this blog is to provide the women involved with the WHVRP program access to job search tasks and information at any time and in any place.
Job Club assignments and summaries will be provided here so you can catch up or work ahead. The hope is that this will allow you to access quality information which will be helpful in your quest for self-sufficiency.
JOB CLUB review:
Attendance was minimal but powerful. Discussion on SMART goal setting, expectations for Job Club attendees, and next steps.
Homework:
locate I-9 documents
write 3 SMART goals
Accelerated job search candidates schedule:
Monday: check in following meeting at the Martha Washington
Tuesday: email job search progress report
Wednesday: call in between 3pm / 5pm
Thursday: attend Job Club 1:30pm - 3pm
Friday: email job search progress report
Coming:
I have scheduled speakers for May 17th and May 24th.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
Job Club assignments and summaries will be provided here so you can catch up or work ahead. The hope is that this will allow you to access quality information which will be helpful in your quest for self-sufficiency.
JOB CLUB review:
Attendance was minimal but powerful. Discussion on SMART goal setting, expectations for Job Club attendees, and next steps.
Homework:
locate I-9 documents
write 3 SMART goals
Accelerated job search candidates schedule:
Monday: check in following meeting at the Martha Washington
Tuesday: email job search progress report
Wednesday: call in between 3pm / 5pm
Thursday: attend Job Club 1:30pm - 3pm
Friday: email job search progress report
Coming:
I have scheduled speakers for May 17th and May 24th.
Best Wishes!
Cindy B.
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