Black History Month

It's Black History Month, and during this month (and every month), we are honored to walk alongside Black entrepreneurs, employers, and employees as everyone works together to achieve equity for all in Contra Costa County.

New Measure X Survey

Contra Costa community members, your input matters! We're in the planning stages for new Youth Centers funded by Measure X, and we want to hear from YOU!

Take our survey to share your ideas and opinions, shaping the future of these vital community spaces. Together, we can create centers that meet the needs of our youth and strengthen our community.

Now Hiring at CSB:

Teachers, Associate Teachers, & Site Supervisors

Why not kickstart a new career you'll adore? Join Contra Costa County Community Services Bureau's passionate team and make a difference every day. They're hiring teachers, associate teachers, and site supervisors. Plus, there's a $6,000 hiring bonus waiting for you! Apply now and let your career flourish at CSB!

Working Waterfront Coalition is Hiring

Working Waterfront Coalition (WWC) is hiring part-time Marine Trades Instructors. WWC is currently accepting applications, and the training program is scheduled to begin Spring of 2024.

If you are interested, please submit your resume to Sal Vaca, Project Director: s.vaca@comcast.net

WDB Staff Tours WETA

WDBCCC Exec. Director Tamia Brown and staff toured WETA, Waterfront Emergency Transportation Authority SF Bay regional emergencies ferry service.

The Workforce Accelerator Fund 11 grant will fund training and career pathways in the Maritime Industry to address skills shortages.

Interested applicants for training will need to qualify for WIOA, please email us for more information. 

Business Resources

Workshops: Raising Capital for Small Businesses

Discover the keys to unlocking capital for your business journey with East Bay Small Business Development Center's dynamic workshops and Capital Summit from February 7 to April 25th.

Delve into topics like startup financing, bank loans, equity investments, crowdfunding, and more, featuring expert speakers and invaluable insights.

Feb. 22: Corporate Conundrum Webinar

Join our partner CCEAC's upcoming webinar "Corporate Conundrums and How to Fix Them" on February 22, 8:30-10:30 a.m. PST.

Presented by Howard Scott Warshaw, the Silicon Valley Therapist, learn how to identify dysfunctional behaviors in the workplace so that they can be addressed directly and productively.

East Bay Innovation Awards

The 11th annual East Bay Innovation Awards, hosted by our partner East Bay EDA, returns in-person to the Oakland Scottish Rite Center on March 28, 2024.

Take a minute to learn about the coming year's ground-breaking companies and organizations as well as Legacy Awardee, Contra Costa Transportation Authority.

Tickets for the awards ceremony, presented by Sutter Health, are now on sale.

Looking to change careers this year? Check out EastBay Works' events, where you can gain certifications and other job-training skills. This month's events include:

* Interviewing Essentials (Spanish) Wed. February 14, 1:30 p.m.

* Keyboarding Workshop for Career Advancement: Tue. February 20, 2:00 p.m.

* Resume Basics Workshop: Wed. February 21, 10:00 a.m.

NOTE: AJCC Concord's Typing Certification, Resume Review, and Career Assessment Schedule has changed to every first and third Tuesday of the month from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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