One Stop Activities

The Plumas Work Connection has been very busy with their customized recruitments including hiring a receptionist for the Quincy office. Additional customized recruitments include American Valley Aviation which we are accepting applications for many avionics related and Stoney’s, a local restaurant in Quincy. We are also handling customized recruitments for Plumas Rural Services as well as revising the performance appraisal system.

Job Seeker Workshops
The Plumas Work Connection is holding workshops every other Wednesday from 10:30am – 11:30am. In these workshops we cover all the areas of resume, interviewing, and the application. In each workshop, the team presents a brief overview of each topic.

In the resume portion, the basics of making a resume are covered. Styles and action words are also covered in this workshop. The interview workshop touches on the different types of interviews job seekers may experience. We also cover how you should prepare for the interview making sure you are calm and that you dress appropriately for the interview. During the application process workshop, we cover the fields of a general application and the importance of filling out an application correctly.

AFWD Team Enhances Recruiting and Job Search Services by
Combining Job Posting and Applicant Pool Services

In order to provided enhance recruiting services for both employers and job seekers the Plumas AFWD team has developed a system that allows easy access to current job openings and immediate referrals of job ready candidates to employers with job openings. The system consists of an up to date and active job board and an Applicant Pool database.

The database system allows job seekers register for AFWD’s Applicant Pool, which allows for direct referrals for any job(s) that become available and that the candidates is qualified to apply for. The system also benefits employers by allowing timely posting of their job(s) on the job board and if requested, AFWD staff will run a query of job ready candidates in the Applicant Pool and make referrals as requested by the employer. AFWD can also collect job applications for employers, provide pre screening, interview assistance, and reference checking. All of these services are intending to shorten the recruitment time, save employer’s time and money, and assist job seekers in find gainful employment in a timely manner.

The job board also allows job seekers to obtain copies of the job postings, application instructions, and employer provided application forms. For employers, the job board offers them enhanced visibility for their business and job openings. And, using the “slots”, employers can include collateral material specific to a particular position and/or their business.

“We are very pleased to be able to meet the needs of both employers and job seekers by providing them effective recruitment and job posting services. It’s a win-win system for both job seekers and employers,” stated Tracie Nolan, AFWD’s Career Center Advisor.



Alliance for Workforce Development, Inc. Briefs Plumas County Board of Supervisors

During the Plumas County Board of Supervisors regular public meeting on February 5, 2008, AFWD’s
Executive Director Traci Holt gave the following report. This report is done annually to update the Board of
Supervisors on the One-Stop Activity in Plumas County.

NoRTEC Training

During the week of March 10, 2008, Betti Austin, Director of Program Services for NoRTEC provided AFWD staff training on Workforce Investment Act (WIA) client services. The focus of the staff training was to review dislocated worker eligibility, intensive and training services, and client file review. “The ongoing training that NoRTEC has been providing AFWD throughout this past year has enabled the staff to meet and exceed our client services goals,” stated Holly Schirmer, AFWD’s Director of Business Services. “Betti and the staff at NoRTEC have been so supportive of AFWD’s staff and our transition to the Business First Philosophy,” added Schirmer. The training has lead to clients receiving improved services and resulted in an increased number of people getting and keeping jobs.
The WIA training has also had a positive impact on AFWD’s business clients, as staff has been able to increase the number of job seeker referrals at the “speed of business.” Employers continue to call on AFWD in increasing numbers for assistance with their recruiting needs.

We appreciate all of Betti’s time that she has spent with us providing onsite training and going support. All of the staff here at AFWD say ”Thank you, Betti!”

Alliance for Workforce Development, Inc. Welcomes New HR Consultant

Alliance for Workforce Development, Inc. AFWD, is pleased to announce that Marilyn Brodie has joined the team as an HR consultant. Located at the AFWD Plumas office, Marilyn is working with local businesses to assist them with their HR needs.

Ms. Brodie has an extensive background in human resource management, having worked for Ventura County, as a personnel analyst and program administrator for over 17 years. Additionally, Marilyn holds a B.S. in business administration and has completed courses in financial planning. Traci Holt, Executive Director for AFWD, Inc. said, “We are very excited to have Marilyn on our team and to be able to draw on her HR expertise. She is a great asset to AFWD and the local businesses that we serve.”

Marilyn relocated from Southern California to Quincy four years ago, enjoys gardening, and is an active member of Soroptimist International of Quincy.

 

2008 Labor Law Update Workshop for Plumas County Businesses a Huge Hit!

The annual Labor Law Update Workshops are among the most popular sessions offered by Alliance For Workforce Development Inc. (AFWD), and this year was no exception. On January 15, 2008, 25 local business people attended the 2 hour workshop and learned about the most recent changes in HR and employment law affecting California businesses.
Some of the topics included:
• Information on the new Minimum Wage increase, ($8.00 per hour on January 1st)
• Military Spouse Leave (California employers must, under certain circumstances, provide unpaid leave to
employees who have spouses in the military)
• Revised I-9 form

The workshop was facilitated by Traci L. Holt, PHR, C.A.C., Executive Director for AFWD. Ms. Holt shared her 10 years of HR expertise, and knowledge on current labor laws with local businesses to assist them with their business and HR needs. “The goal (of this workshop) is to
provide the business owners/managers with timely and pertinent information that will enable them to run their businesses successfully,” stated Ms. Holt. The feedback from the participants was very positive. “I found the information provided at today’s workshop to be extremely helpful in assisting our organization to remain complaint with labor laws.We appreciate being able to attend a local workshop, which saves us travel time and money,” commented Jacqui Harris of Quincy Community Services District.
In addition, Ms. Holt answered questions and provided additional information on:

• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Notices
• Hiring Checklists
• Termination Checklists
• Vacation Policies
• Deferred Compensation
• Document Retention
• Cell Phone Usage