Submitted by Amee Albrecht
January 1- March 31, 2008
221 N. Main Street, Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-4161
www.aworkforce.org
Quiznos opened for business on January 19th, 2008. We assisted them with their recruitment by collecting applications and pre-screening applicants. We started the recruitment in November for the supervisors and continued on with fifteen total employees being hired. Wendy Baird the manager of Quiznos was very thankful for all of our help and said, "I really don't know how I would have done it without all of the help from Modoc Employment Center. All of the employees are working out great."
2008 Labor Law Update
The 2008 Labor Law Update was held at the Modoc Employment Center on February 4th, 2008. Over fifteen employers from throughout Modoc County attended the popular annual workshop, where AFWD Director of Business Services Holly Schirmer filled them in on the latest changes to state and federal employment law. Among the laws she covered include legislation addressing the increase to the state and federal minimum wage, military spouse leave, cell phone usage while driving, I-9 form changes, earned income tax credit , use of social security numbers, and Cal/OSHA reporting. Holly also provided information on required postings and notices, and the top mistakes employers make that get them into trouble.
Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) Certification & 8(a) Program
In a partnership with the Federal Technology Center, the Modoc Employment Center was the location of a seminar entitled "Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) Certification & 8(a) Program" on February 28, 2008. Five people attended the seminar, which was presented by FTC's Jayne Murnane. The class covered Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) Certification Program, Eligibility criteria for the SDB program, How to get certified as an SDB, Advantages of SDB certification to the contractor and to prime contractors, Review of the application form, 8(a) Business Development Program Eligibility criteria for the 8(a) Program, Certificatio timeline, How 8(a) contracts operate, Timeline and stages of program participation, and How the program is exited. For more information, visit the FTC web site at http://www.theftc.org
On March 11th and 12th Modoc and Lassen County staff attended training in Susanville with Betti Austin. Some of the topics covered were: DW Eligibility Review, Case noting, Core to Intensive, Training client documentation, Exiting, Follow up, and Re enrollment" of someone in follow up. The trainings with Betti are always very beneficial and we look forward to more in the future.
Interview Workshop
The Modoc Employment Center offered a free interview workshop for anyone wanting to upgrade their interview skills. The workshop was presented by Mary Martin Employment Specialist and was on held on March 13, 2008 just in time for job seekers to brush up on their skills for the 2008 Job Expo. The workshop included a skit on good and bad interviewing behavior, and how to dress and present yourself in a professional manner. Eight job seekers attended the workshop.
Modoc Economic RX: A Prescription for Modoc's Future
The date of April 23rd, 2008 has been set for Modoc Economic RX. Keynote speaker Jack Schultz will speak on the 7 ½ keys to small town success. Also speaking will be representatives from the Wind Power Energy Industry, Modoc Northern Railroad, Sierra Nevada Conservancy, and Superior California Economic Development. The event will be held at the Faith Baptist Church 810 W. Carlos Street in Alturas from 1-4 pm. A no host dinner at The Brass Rail will be held that evening at 5:00 pm.
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Jack Schultz
2008 Job Expo
County job seekers and employers met face-to-face on Thursday, March 20, 2008 during the Modoc Job Expo 2008. Over 100 Modoc County job seekers were able to access one-stop shopping for a new job. Thirteen employers were on hand to collect resumes and applications, provide information on job openings, and conduct on-the-spot interviews. Employers that attended the Job Expo were: Modoc National Forest Service, National Park Service, Modoc County Office of Education, Chapman Roofing, Lassen College, S.E.A.L.S. after school program, GH Ranch, Sierra Cascade Family Opportunities, Modoc Medical, Antonios, Warner Mountain Group Home, Alturas Ranches, and the California Highway Patrol. This year’s Job Expo was held at the Veteran’s Memorial Hall in Alturas.
We would like to Congratulate Robert Garcia and Marina Solorio for their new positions at Holiday Market.
Robert relocated to Alturas from Estacada, OR. He came in to utilize our One Stop services and we referred him to Holiday Market. They hired him within a week!
Marina worked with us here at Modoc Employment Center doing a work experience through our partner agency Calworks. She was looking for a job to supplement her Ice Cream Truck Route in the winter and also allow her to continue the Ice Cream Truck in the summer. We spoke with the management at Holiday Market to see if they needed someone in the evenings. Carty the manager told us to send her down and he would interview her and see what he could do. They were able to give her a position that would allow her to also keep her Ice Cream Truck route.
We wish them the best of luck in their new positions.
I would like to thank Mary Martin, Employment Specialist
for submitting this Story.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
April 15 - Modoc Economic Vitality Group Meeting
April 23- Modoc Economic RX: A Prescription for Modoc's Future
May 20- Modoc Economic Vitality Group Meeting
June 17- Modoc Economic Vitality Group Meeting