THE WORKFORCE WIRE
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Welcome to the Workforce Wire, your monthly connection to all things workforce development and EPG!
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The American Job Center National Harbor |
Coming Soon to Tanger Outlets - The American Job Center National Harbor!
In October 2019, Employ Prince George's announced that a brand-new American Job Center was coming to National Harbor. Today we are proud to announce that we are close to completing construction!
This Job Center will provide job seekers in southern Prince George's County with a full range of services such as career exploration, training programs, resume preparation, and workshops that will enhance job-seeking skills and work readiness. The AJC National Harbor will also provide Tanger Outlets and other local businesses with resources to hire, train, and grow Prince George’s County’s talent pool.
Follow the #AJCNationalHarbor on social media to stay up-to-date on all the exciting things coming soon!
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Happy Women’s History Month! March is Women's History Month, a month dedicated to celebrating all women, and a time that spotlights the extraordinary female heroes who have achieved so much. Let’s use this month as an opportunity to celebrate and honor the trailblazing women, both past and present, who have significantly shaped our county and nation.
“A man’s got to do what a man’s got to do. A woman must do what he can’t.”
— Rhonda Hansome
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K.E.Y.S. Program Recruitment! |
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The K.E.Y.S. Program Spring 2021 Enrollment is NOW OPEN! Employability Seminars are being held on Zoom and qualified participants will receive internet access as well as
lap-tops if needed! For Young Adults in Prince George's County ages, 18-24 who are interested in applying - Register for an Information Session today by clicking here: Information Session (Information Sessions are held every Thursday via zoom at 4 p.m.).
Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @pgckeysprogram #WEGOTTHEKEYS
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Workforce & News Highlights |
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L3Harris' expansion in Maryland comes days after another defense contractor, Lockheed Martin Corp., announced plans to close its Middle River facility. |
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The number compares with 1.8 million men who have left the workforce, as demands of child care, coupled with layoffs and furloughs in an economy hit hard by the pandemic, has forced many women out of the labor market. |
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Employ Prince George's - Success Story |
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Janee Williams
Knowledge Equals Youth Success (K.E.Y.S Program)
Employ Prince George's
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Janee Williams, K.E.Y.S. graduate, mother, devoted daughter, and business owner is currently thriving despite COVID-19. She has not let the uncertainties of the pandemic stop her from pursuing and achieving her personal or professional goals.
Prior to enrolling in the K.E.Y.S. Program, Janee faced many obstacles to maintaining and providing a comfortable environment for herself
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and her three-year-old son, Logan. Janee recounts that her greatest struggle prior to joining and completing the K.E.Y.S. Program was financial stability. Her determination to “thrive not survive” led Janee to enroll in the K.E.Y.S. Program and stay committed to the eight-week in-house Occupational Skills Training - even excelling at her internship with the City of Mt. Rainier.
After interning for 10 weeks with the city of Mr. Rainer as an Administrative Assistant, Janee’s reporting supervisor fought to have her brought on as full-time staff. She interviewed and accepted an offer from the City of Mt. Rainier for a full-time position with benefits starting at $20/hr. Janee currently serves as Business Development Associate and City Hall Administrative Associate.
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The year 2018 saw a major tipping point in recruiting and job search. For the first time in over 20 years, there are now more job openings than people to fill them. Then, the year 2020 came. And as with many other areas, you can be sure that the hiring landscape has changed forever.
But what does it mean for you, exactly? Is it good news (there will always be a job to apply for)? Or bad news (more jobs might mean more low-quality jobs)? Maybe it’s both?
In this article, we compile the most important, up-to-date job-search statistics you need to know in 2021 to boost your chances of landing the best jobs.
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So 2021 is the year for you to start your job search? Here are 365 tips that every job seeker should know when seeking new employment this year! |
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Please answer how you identify with this statement: I feel that I am in control of my career path and that I am progressing in my personal and professional development at my company. |
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Bi-Weekly, Employ Prince George's provides a listing of trending and current jobs hiring immediately in Prince George's County. |
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On this episode of The Workforce Wire, Employ Prince George’s President & CEO, Walter Simmons, will facilitate a discussion between two Stormwater management experts from the Prince George’s County Clean Water Partnership (CWP). The CWP allows Prince George’s County to have access to private sector efficiencies and expertise to develop, manage, and maintain stormwater infrastructure. Join us as we discuss the intersection of Stormwater management and Workforce Development with The Clean Water Partnership’s Community Partnership Liaison, Keisha Brown, and Mentor Protégé Program Director, Michael Burke. |
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Monthly, Employ Prince George's provides workforce data covering salary, wages, occupations, and employment in Prince George's County. |
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