In This Issue
- Training Assistance for Non-Profits
- Want to sell to the government?
- An Alternative to layoffs- The Shared Work Program
- Candidate Spotlight
- Virtual Job Fair
- Business Spotlight
Thursday, January 15th, 2009 at 2:00 pm
RochesterWorks! 255 N. Goodman StreetPlease join us for an interactive discussion to learn about local incentives to business owners and small and mid-sized businesses. Experts from the City of Rochester, Monroe County, NY State, RochesterWorks!, and Rural Opportunities will discuss their unique programs that may help your business. For more information or to register, click here.
Recruiting 'Round Rochester is a no cost way for businesses to meet potential employees. Join us on Mondays from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. To reserve your space, call Rosa at (585) 258-3513 or rsmontanaro@rochesterworks.org
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Training Funds Available for Your Workforce
The Workforce Investment Board of Monroe County/Rochester has made available Federal grant funds to small and medium sized, non-profit or human service organizations in Monroe County to address employer demands for skilled workers and upgrade the skills of their employees earning between $8.00 and $25.00 per hour. Organizations may request up to $5,000 per application, for training that can be completed within six (6) months. For more information, visit: http://www14.rochesterworks.org/employers_grantopps_customized.aspx.
Want to Sell to the Government?
Monroe County has a new initiative to help area firms strengthen their marketing efforts. Rochester Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) provides free government contract consulting to diverse business concerns. From free bid matching services to one-on-one consulting, the Rochester PTAC can assist your company in selling to the government and military. Call today at (585) 753-2015. For more information, visit: www.rochesterPTAC.com
An Alternative To Layoffs - Shared Work Program
Shared Work is a voluntary program that provides employers facing a temporary decline in business with an alternative to layoffs. Under this program, instead of cutting staff, you can reduce the number of hours of all workers, or just a select group. Under an approved plan, employees may collect partial Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits for up to 20 weeks. For more information, please visit: http://www.labor.state.ny.us/ui/dande/sharedwork1.shtm
"Shipping and Receiving Professional"This candidate is a conscientious Shipping and Receiving professional who has over 15 years of experience in the industry. Candidate has specialized experience and transferable skills performing a multitude of work tasks from data entry, utilizing the UPS system to his excitement for processing various documentation including; credit memos, purchase orders, invoices and returns, would be a benefit within many company environments. Assessed at a SILVER level CRC recipient, this candidate has fundamental workplace skills to match your needs. If you have any questions about this individual, or would like to see his resume, contact Kyle McCarthy Career Advisor at (585)241-6040, or kmccarthy@rochesterworks.org.
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The RochesterWorks Virtual Job Fair:The RochesterWorks! Virtual Job Fair (VJF) opens November 17th and runs through November 23rd at www.rochesterworks.org. This is a cost-effective way for businesses to reach people who are not able to attend a traditional job fair. There is no charge to job seekers. The cost to participate as a business is $50.00, which includes: a booth that is accessible 24 hours a day for 7 days, the ability to add, delete and edit job postings throughout the week, and access to resumes from job seekers around the country. Please call Sandra Piccolo at: 585-241-6046, or spiccolo@rochesterworks.org.
RochesterWorks congratulates USA Payroll on being named Employer of the Month for November. RochesterWorks gives this honor to companies that are growing, increasing the skills of the local workforce, and offering opportunities to job seekers. USA Payroll is one of the largest payroll processing companies in upstate New York today, providing payroll, payroll tax services and other services with a focus on customer care and satisfaction. For more information, please visit http://www.usapayroll.com.