Friday September 28th - 10 am to 2 pm (Lunch break from 12:00-12:30pm) at the Wallingford Community Senior Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N (Lower Level of Good Shepherd Center), Seattle, WA 98103 - $15 for WCSC members - $20 for non-WCSC members. Advance registration required – Call 206-461-7825 – First come first served for remaining spots. (Over 30,000 job search are done each month on Linked In - if you do not know how to use Linked In you are at a serious disadvantage when looking for work) - Linked in is a social networking site for working professionals and job seekers. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to set up your profile, make connections, and look for jobs. Sign up for your free Linked In account before coming to class. Bring an electronic copy of your resume and a digital photo if you have one for uploading.
DoubleTree Guest Suites, 16500 Southcenter Pkwy, Seattle, WA, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 9/23-24, hiring conference is by invitation only, for more information please visit http://www.orioninternational.com/jobseekers_hiringconferences.aspx
The next Diversity Recruitment Task Force Meeting for September has been cancelled. We will forward information on the October Meeting when it arrives.
To bring Transitioning Marines, Mentors, and Hiring Managers together with the purpose of successfully transitioning Marines into a local career opportunity.
October 3rd - 11:00am‐2:00pm - 11:00 am – Marines arrive for educational briefing
12:00 pm – Formal introductions
12:15 pm – Lunch kick‐off, networking and open discussion.
Fado’s Irish Pub, 801 1st Avenue Seattle, WA 98104 - (206) 264‐2700
Dress to impress - Transitioning Marines will be sponsored by the monthly Corporate Partner.
NOTE: This group is still largely Post 911 Veterans but the meetings are open to ALL veterans - Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to attend, meet your younger counterparts, and learn about employment and training assistance for all veterans.
On TUESDAY THE 18TH is the Bellevue Career Fair at the RED LION HOTEL BELLEVUE FROM 11 TO 2. And on Wednesday the 19th is the Job and Resource Fair for Veterans, National Guard, Reserve and Family members at the National Guard Readiness Center in Kent from 10 to 2.
AEROSPACE & ADVANCED MANUFACTURING JOB FAIR
Georgetown Campus of South Seattle Comm. College, 6737 Corson Ave S., Admin Bldg – C110/111, Seattle, WA 98108 - Register by 9/26! Are you experienced or recently trained in the manufacturing field? Come meet with top employers in aerospace and advanced manufacturing! Cosponsored by the Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County and other partners, this Job Fair is for you if you have experience or training in:
· Assembly
· Composites
· CNC & Manual Machining
· Avionics/Electronics
· Airframe & Powerplant
· Aerospace, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering
· Warehousing
· Manufacturing/Materials Planning
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3
SESSION #1: 9:00 -10:30 a.m.- for recent grads of aerospace and manufacturing training program
SESSION #2: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. - for experienced manufacturing workers
SPACE IS LIMITED! YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT BY SEPT 26.
Due to limited space and per the employers' requests, only pre-registered customers will be admitted into the job fair. TO REGISTER, email your resume and preferred session to: worksource@kingcounty.gov
PARTICIPATING MANUFACTURERS INCLUDE:
Hill Aerosystems - www.hillaerosystems.com
Khan Machine - www.khanmachine.com
Absolute Manufacturing - www.absolutemfg.com
General Plastics - www.generalplastics.com
Precision Machine Works - www.pmwinc.com
JWD Machine - www.jwdmachine.net
Composite Solutions www.compositesolutions.com
Jamco - www.jamco-america.com
ThyssenKrupp Aerospace - www.tmxaerospace.com
PACCAR - www.paccar.com
Advanced Manufacturing Technologies - www.teamamt.com
Primus Intl - www.primusint.com
Aerotek - www.aerotek.com
Skills, Inc.- www.skillsinc.com
Presented by WorkSource Seattle King-County, in partnership with The Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County. The Washington Aerospace Training & Research Center (WATR), Air Washington and the Aerospace Joint Apprenticeship Committee (AJAC)
BOEING IS HIRING BUT YOU NEEED TO KNOW HOW TO APPLY
Boeing will be building 737’s for more than 20 years! BOEING APPLICATION WORKSHOPS - for dates and times or to register go to
- Navigating the Boeing Application, process can be a bit daunting and a little tricky. This workshop will assist those that are qualified for positions at Boeing but need some pointers and advice to give them that extra edge over the competition.
WORKSOURCE JOB - RESOURCE FAIR
At the Downtown WorkSource Job & Resource Fair, a variety of local companies will be represented; bring your resume/ business cards, dress for success, and be prepared to discuss your qualifications for some exciting employment opportunities! At this job fair, you'll find employers hiring for hundreds of positions in manufacturing, transportation & material handling, food service/hospitality, customer service and much more. Featured employers include: Allied Barton Security, Amtrak. Chesterfield Services, Inc.. Express Employment Professionals, Fred Meyer, Goodwill Industries, Home Depot, King County Housing Authority, The Odom Corporation, The Port of Seattle, ResCare, Safeway, Seattle Housing Authority, Sheraton, Sound Transit Police, Trident Seafood, Uwajimaya, VOLT and others There will also be social services agencies providing resources to help people find work, including Community Voice Mail. That’s the Downtown WorkSource Job & Resource Fair this Thursday September 27, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Downtown WorkSource, 2024 3rd Ave, Seattle, 98121. To attend, call or sign up at the WorkSource Affiliate Downtown Seattle front desk at (206) 436-8600. For more information contact: thuylinh@ywcaworks.org
AT&T HIRING EVENT
Also, this Thursday the 27th from 9 to 4, WorkSource North Seattle Affiliate is hosting a hiring event to help AT&T recruit many full- and part-time personnel. Connect to your career! Positions include: Sales support representatives, Managers, Assistant managers and Retail sales consultants for various locations in King County. The hiring event is going on all day from 9 to 4 at WorkSource North Seattle Affiliate at 9600 College Way N. in the OCE&E Building, Seattle, 98103. For more information Email marnold@esd.wa.gov for an interview appointment.
PRESENT YOUR 1-MINUTE RESUME “LIVE” TO LOCAL HIRING MANAGERS!
SNOHOMISH COUNTY - the Diversity Exchange is October 30th, 9-11 at Edmonds Community College. Each month, 12 exceptional job candidates will have one minute each to present their “live” resumes to a group of human resources professionals from high-demand industries. Auditions will be held monthly, and you may try out as many times as you like! Those selected will be invited to attend a preparation workshop where they’ll receive assistance and quality feedback to get ready for the big day!
IF YOU CAN:
• Be on time and prepared for screening, prep workshop, and meeting times,
• Write your own customized resume,
• Know and display appropriate professional dress and demeanor,
• Communicate clearly about your professional goals,
• Accept feedback and ideas willingly, and
• Attend a full-day event including networking opportunities before and after, then please contact Lisa K. Miller! 425. 921.3464 - lisa.miller@wdcsc.org - WorkSource Snohomish County is an equal opportunity employer and provider of employment and training services. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to persons of disability. Washington Relay Service 711.
TRUE COLORS WORKSHOP
Following is a description of a workshop we’re offering for the first time, that I think may be of great benefit; please try to fit it into your schedule to attend. It will be offered on October 9, and again on the 23rd, from 10am -1pm, at the Worksource/YWCA location at 3rd and Virginia. True Colors offers in-depth and research-based insights into behavioral, motivational and communication styles in order that the job seeker be more prepared to participate in the job search. Participants will find that improving self knowledge increases confidence and self esteem, as well as helping to overcome barriers to progress. True Colors was designed to make this process of self awareness easy, fun and entertaining through the use of a color metaphor and “edutainment”. Join us on a journey for a new way to look at the most difficult job you’ve ever had and have some fun in the process—an approach that just might change the way things are going for you. if you’re planning to attend, please email Marsha Major at mmajor@ywcaworks.org and let her know which day you’d like to attend.
A NEW TRANSCRIBING CLASS
The Washington Talking Book and Braille Library (WTBBL) is starting a new transcribing class in November, 2012! If you are a perfectionist and love to read, and want to help others read, you could learn to transcribe books into braille! WTBBL OFFERS A FREE COURSE IN BRAILLE TRANSCRIPTION in 25 lessons, on Wednesday evenings from November, 2012 to June, 2013. This is a seven-month class with weekly computer homework (PC-based software provided). Classes meet at WTBBL, 2021 9th Avenue (at Lenora) in Seattle. Free parking available during class. First session on November 7, 2012 begins at 6:00 p.m. All remaining classes are held 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, or to register, contact David Junius, WTBBL Volunteer Services Coordinator at (206) 615-0417 or david.junius@sos.wa.gov - Washington Talking Book & Braille Library (wtbbl) - An email list bringing you the latest information from the Washington Talking Book & Braille Library, including newsletter, booklists and items of importance.
Georgetown Campus of South Seattle Comm. College, 6737 Corson Ave S., Admin Bldg – C110/111, Seattle, WA 98108 - Register by 9/26! Are you experienced or recently trained in the manufacturing field? Come meet with top employers in aerospace and advanced manufacturing! Cosponsored by the Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County and other partners, this Job Fair is for you if you have experience or training in:
· Assembly
· Composites
· CNC & Manual Machining
· Avionics/Electronics
· Airframe & Powerplant
· Aerospace, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering
· Warehousing
· Manufacturing/Materials Planning
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3
SESSION #1: 9:00 -10:30 a.m.- for recent grads of aerospace and manufacturing training program
SESSION #2: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. - for experienced manufacturing workers
SPACE IS LIMITED! YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT BY SEPT 26.
Due to limited space and per the employers' requests, only pre-registered customers will be admitted into the job fair. TO REGISTER, email your resume and preferred session to: worksource@kingcounty.gov
PARTICIPATING MANUFACTURERS INCLUDE:
Hill Aerosystems - www.hillaerosystems.com
Khan Machine - www.khanmachine.com
Absolute Manufacturing - www.absolutemfg.com
General Plastics - www.generalplastics.com
Precision Machine Works - www.pmwinc.com
JWD Machine - www.jwdmachine.net
Composite Solutions www.compositesolutions.com
Jamco - www.jamco-america.com
ThyssenKrupp Aerospace - www.tmxaerospace.com
PACCAR - www.paccar.com
Advanced Manufacturing Technologies - www.teamamt.com
Primus Intl - www.primusint.com
Aerotek - www.aerotek.com
Skills, Inc.- www.skillsinc.com
Presented by WorkSource Seattle King-County, in partnership with The Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County. The Washington Aerospace Training & Research Center (WATR), Air Washington and the Aerospace Joint Apprenticeship Committee (AJAC)
BOEING IS HIRING BUT YOU NEEED TO KNOW HOW TO APPLY
Boeing will be building 737’s for more than 20 years! BOEING APPLICATION WORKSHOPS - for dates and times or to register go to
- Navigating the Boeing Application, process can be a bit daunting and a little tricky. This workshop will assist those that are qualified for positions at Boeing but need some pointers and advice to give them that extra edge over the competition.
WORKSOURCE JOB - RESOURCE FAIR
At the Downtown WorkSource Job & Resource Fair, a variety of local companies will be represented; bring your resume/ business cards, dress for success, and be prepared to discuss your qualifications for some exciting employment opportunities! At this job fair, you'll find employers hiring for hundreds of positions in manufacturing, transportation & material handling, food service/hospitality, customer service and much more. Featured employers include: Allied Barton Security, Amtrak. Chesterfield Services, Inc.. Express Employment Professionals, Fred Meyer, Goodwill Industries, Home Depot, King County Housing Authority, The Odom Corporation, The Port of Seattle, ResCare, Safeway, Seattle Housing Authority, Sheraton, Sound Transit Police, Trident Seafood, Uwajimaya, VOLT and others There will also be social services agencies providing resources to help people find work, including Community Voice Mail. That’s the Downtown WorkSource Job & Resource Fair this Thursday September 27, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Downtown WorkSource, 2024 3rd Ave, Seattle, 98121. To attend, call or sign up at the WorkSource Affiliate Downtown Seattle front desk at (206) 436-8600. For more information contact: thuylinh@ywcaworks.org
AT&T HIRING EVENT
Also, this Thursday the 27th from 9 to 4, WorkSource North Seattle Affiliate is hosting a hiring event to help AT&T recruit many full- and part-time personnel. Connect to your career! Positions include: Sales support representatives, Managers, Assistant managers and Retail sales consultants for various locations in King County. The hiring event is going on all day from 9 to 4 at WorkSource North Seattle Affiliate at 9600 College Way N. in the OCE&E Building, Seattle, 98103. For more information Email marnold@esd.wa.gov for an interview appointment.
PRESENT YOUR 1-MINUTE RESUME “LIVE” TO LOCAL HIRING MANAGERS!
SNOHOMISH COUNTY - the Diversity Exchange is October 30th, 9-11 at Edmonds Community College. Each month, 12 exceptional job candidates will have one minute each to present their “live” resumes to a group of human resources professionals from high-demand industries. Auditions will be held monthly, and you may try out as many times as you like! Those selected will be invited to attend a preparation workshop where they’ll receive assistance and quality feedback to get ready for the big day!
IF YOU CAN:
• Be on time and prepared for screening, prep workshop, and meeting times,
• Write your own customized resume,
• Know and display appropriate professional dress and demeanor,
• Communicate clearly about your professional goals,
• Accept feedback and ideas willingly, and
• Attend a full-day event including networking opportunities before and after, then please contact Lisa K. Miller! 425. 921.3464 - lisa.miller@wdcsc.org - WorkSource Snohomish County is an equal opportunity employer and provider of employment and training services. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to persons of disability. Washington Relay Service 711.
TRUE COLORS WORKSHOP
Following is a description of a workshop we’re offering for the first time, that I think may be of great benefit; please try to fit it into your schedule to attend. It will be offered on October 9, and again on the 23rd, from 10am -1pm, at the Worksource/YWCA location at 3rd and Virginia. True Colors offers in-depth and research-based insights into behavioral, motivational and communication styles in order that the job seeker be more prepared to participate in the job search. Participants will find that improving self knowledge increases confidence and self esteem, as well as helping to overcome barriers to progress. True Colors was designed to make this process of self awareness easy, fun and entertaining through the use of a color metaphor and “edutainment”. Join us on a journey for a new way to look at the most difficult job you’ve ever had and have some fun in the process—an approach that just might change the way things are going for you. if you’re planning to attend, please email Marsha Major at mmajor@ywcaworks.org and let her know which day you’d like to attend.
A NEW TRANSCRIBING CLASS
The Washington Talking Book and Braille Library (WTBBL) is starting a new transcribing class in November, 2012! If you are a perfectionist and love to read, and want to help others read, you could learn to transcribe books into braille! WTBBL OFFERS A FREE COURSE IN BRAILLE TRANSCRIPTION in 25 lessons, on Wednesday evenings from November, 2012 to June, 2013. This is a seven-month class with weekly computer homework (PC-based software provided). Classes meet at WTBBL, 2021 9th Avenue (at Lenora) in Seattle. Free parking available during class. First session on November 7, 2012 begins at 6:00 p.m. All remaining classes are held 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, or to register, contact David Junius, WTBBL Volunteer Services Coordinator at (206) 615-0417 or david.junius@sos.wa.gov - Washington Talking Book & Braille Library (wtbbl) - An email list bringing you the latest information from the Washington Talking Book & Braille Library, including newsletter, booklists and items of importance.
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