Brevard Workforce

We Love Our Vets: Brevard Workforce Launches New Veteran Employment Initiative

john@bwf.WPadmin — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:04:15 +0000

Starting on Valentine’s Day, eligible veterans will be issued “Gold Cards” for access to specialized services at all three Career Centers

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Brevard County, FLORIDA - Brevard Workforce, the area authority on workforce development, is launching its “We Love Our Vets” campaign on February 14, 2012 to coincide with Valentine’s Day.

The initiative expedites assistance to Brevard County’s military veterans. As of 2009, there were nearly 1,900 unemployed veterans in Brevard County, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

Eligible veterans will be issued a “Gold Card” granting them specialized, express services at all Brevard Workforce Career Centers as well as six months of one-on-one case management and career counseling with experience Veteran Representatives.

“It goes without saying that we are extremely proud and humbled to serve these men and women,” said Brevard Workforce President Lisa Rice. “Our veterans are dedicated and hard-working go-getters and leaders - qualities that every employer should look for when hiring.”

Starting on Tuesday, February 14, veterans can register for their Gold Card by filling out a brief form atwww.brevardworkforce.com/goldcard. Registration forms for Gold Cards are also available at any of the Brevard Workforce Career Centers.

Brevard Workforce Career Center locations:

Titusville
3880 S. Washington Ave.
Suite 214

Rockledge
295 Barnes Blvd.

Palm Bay
Country Club Plaza
5275 Babcock Street NE
Suite 8B

Employers interested in learning more about hiring Veterans can visit veterans.employflorida.com for additional information.

Aerospace Workers Start Year On New Technology Career Paths

john@bwf.WPadmin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:15:32 +0000

Brevard Workforce sponsors inaugural Drupal starter program

Brevard County, FLORIDA - Fifteen members of Brevard’s aerospace workforce who faced layoffs in 2011 are starting 2012 in internships that promise career possibilities in Drupal, one of the fastest growing open source Content Management Systems in the world.

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The group was among those who completed the inaugural session of the Drupal Career Starter Program (DCSP), which was funded by Brevard Workforce through funds for displaced Aerospace Workers.

Drupal, an open-source Content Management System that powers millions of websites and applications worldwide, has encountered such high demand that there is a shortage of qualified professionals worldwide to meet it.

DCSP, developed and conducted by Anello Consulting, includes a rigorous application process, a 10-week, 70-hour course including classroom instruction and practical training, and a follow-on internship.

The DCSP course is a first-of-its-kind, multi-week program that provides participants with everything they need to change careers into the opportunity-rich field of Drupal. Hundreds of full-time Information and Communications Technology (ICT), contracting, and telecommuting positions are currently posted on Drupal.org/jobs, Careerbuilder.com, Dice.com, and other online jobs sites.

“Well-paying jobs are available now, and are growing fast in areas of ICT that may not be familiar to the general population, nor have formal certifications,” said Lisa Rice, president of Brevard Workforce. “The data on the growth of Drupal, and the tremendous opportunity for those people who learn the software and gain experience convinced us we have to step outside the box a bit so we can offer our workforce fast turnaround programs that provide well-paying options quickly.”

The DCSP curriculum and format was developed and conducted by Michael Anello of Anello Consulting, an active member of the worldwide Drupal Community, and a lead organizer of Florida’s fast-growing Drupal User Group. He also coordinated the internship portion of the program, reaching out to a very willing professional community that had more internship positions available than there were participants in the program. About 89 percent of those who completed the DCSP were technically qualified to become interns.

The 15 internships keep all the participants living in Brevard, with most working remotely for host organizations including governments and private companies in the Orlando area, North Florida, South Florida, Washington DC, Atlanta and North Carolina.

Fourteen of the internships are funded through Brevard Workforce’s Adult Work Experience program.

“There is a lot of value in intensive training followed by internships, both for aspiring Drupal professionals and growing firms like ours that are constantly looking for more talent.” said Dave Terry, partner of Altanta-based Mediacurrent. “We are excited to be a part of this innovation in workforce efforts, and hope that more agencies support Drupal training in the future.”

Organizations that are hosting interns are using the Drupal CMS, which is estimated to be powering almost 2 percent of the world’s web sites, including high profile sites such as www.whitehouse.gov. Drupal also powers highly-interactive and content-rich sites such as www.examiner.com, www.lifetimetv.com, and many Sony music artist sites.

The modular format of the platform, combined with its ease of use and active developer community, continues to inspire wide-scale adoption across a variety of markets. Development of Drupal talent is a major focus of the international Drupal organization, which is accessible online at www.Drupal.org.

Ready For Business: Area High School Students To Gain Real-World Experience

john@bwf.WPadmin — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:12:31 +0000

Brevard County, FLORIDA - Brevard Workforce, the area authority on workforce development, has partnered with the Academy of Business and Finance at Viera High School in an effort to train young people in work-readiness and career exploration.

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The academy, founded in 2007, offers Viera High School students a business-and-finance curriculum inside the classroom while also providing internships at Brevard businesses during the summer.

To ensure the students are prepared for successful internships, Brevard Workforce will hold a day-long work-readiness and career exploration workshop on January 13, 2012 for juniors in the Academy. The workshop is being held at the Brevard Workforce Career Center in Rockledge (295 Barnes Blvd.) from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A workshop for freshman will be scheduled later in the spring.

The workshops will prepare students for internships at local businesses this summer. The academy is seeking to place 50 students in internships at area businesses this summer. For more information, call Jeff Dravis, Academy of Business & Finance Director at VHS, at 321-632-1770 ext. 28110.

Several Brevard Workforce professionals will be on hand during the “school-to-work” workshop to educate students on techniques for writing resumes, typical workplace etiquette, career exploration tools, and other general work-readiness skills. The workshop will also have mock interview sessions from the participants.

“We are excited to work with Viera High School and hope that this experience will help students prepare for their summer internships,” said Brevard Workforce Program Planning Officer Erica Lemp, who will oversee the training event. “We believe it will provide them with the knowledge to help them prepare for their future careers.”

The Academy, which strives to help students attain modern financial, business, and entrepreneurial literacy, has 200 students, 50 from each grade.

“In class, we not only study marketing, management, economics and computers but we role play many ethical situations students may face when they enter the workforce for the first time,” said Stacey Gammella-Blackledge, Academy of Business & Finance Teacher and Internship Supervisor. “We groom them to be well-rounded and well-prepared for whatever the business world has in store for them.”

Brevard Workforce Appoints Robert Jordan To The Board

john@bwf.WPadmin — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:44:10 +0000

Brevard County, FLORIDA – Brevard Workforce has formally announced the addition of Robert Jordan, Jr., CM, to its Board of Directors.

Mr. Jordan, President and CEO of Genesis VII, an Engineering, Logistics and Construction Services Company, will take his seat at the February 17, 2012 Board of Directors meeting. The meetings are held every four months.

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“The Board searched carefully for a community leader to further enhance its expertise in areas of emerging technologies. Robert’s depth of knowledge in the education, healthcare, and technology industries truly meets that need. We are very pleased to have him join the board,” said Lisa Rice, Brevard Workforce president.

Genesis VII was established in 1989. Prior to Mr. Jordan’s acquisition of Genesis VII in February 2011, his 31 year career history included the position of Engineering Process Manager on the United States Space Shuttle Program.

Mr. Jordan’s civic responsibilities include leadership positions on the Boards of the City of Titusville, Parrish Medical Center, North Brevard Medical Support Board, Titusville YMCA, United Way, Brevard Cultural Alliance, and in 2002 was elected to the Brevard County School Board, making him the first African American to hold a county wide seat in the history of Brevard County and subsequently becoming the First African American in the history of Brevard County to hold the office of Chairman of the Brevard County School Board. He has also received numerous business and leadership awards.

A graduate of Savannah State University and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Mr. Jordan holds a Masters degree in Aeronautical Science with a specialization in management.

Mr. Jordan currently resides in Titusville with his wife and two children.

Monster.com Workshop To Teach Job Seekers How To Stand Out In The Crowd

john@bwf.WPadmin — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:10:33 +0000

Brevard County, FLORIDA - Brevard Workforce has partnered with Monster Government Solutions to hold a no-cost workshop to provide job seekers with the guidance and resources they need to find a job and manage their careers.

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The workshop, titled “Let’s Get To Work: A Job Seeker Workshop”, will take place on December 8, 2011 at the Brevard Workforce Palm Bay Career Center (Country Club Plaza, 5275 Babcock St. NE). Sign-up begins at 5:00 p.m. and the workshop will be held from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.\

Roughly 100 seats are available on a first-come first-serve basis. Those attending must register online (http://monsterdec.eventbrite.com) prior to the workshop.

The workshop will feature Monster.com career experts who will provide information and techniques that job seekers need to stand out from the crowd in today’s tough job market and conduct effective job searches.

Monster experts will teach job seekers about resume tips and tricks, successful networking tools and techniques, new job hunting strategies, using career tools and understanding what employers are looking for in this difficult market. Job Seekers will also receive information on using Employ Florida Marketplace as well as guidance for accessing Monster’s interactive career management tools.

Great care has gone into making the workshop focused on the regional marketplace and workforce trends to provide Job Seekers with the highest quality relevant information. Materials presented during the workshop will be available to participants on a complimentary CD from Brevard Workforce after the event.

About Monster Government Solutions

Monster Government Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Monster Worldwide, Inc, (NYSE:MWW), a parent company of Monster.com, the leading global online career and recruitment resource.

Monster Government Solutions leverages the unmatched recruiting resources of the Monster Worldwide network to connect government and education employers with quality Job Seekers. Our solutions are specifically created for the federal, state and local, higher education and K-12 sectors and include strategies that attract, assess, hire and retain a diverse range of candidates. With nearly 70 million registered U.S. Job Seekers, our services include targeted job postings, resume searches, advertising, career sites, performance assessments, talent management and more. Thousands of government agencies and educational institutions rely on Monster Government Solutions for their human capital needs. For more information, please visit www.monstergovernmentsolutions.com.

New Career Center Serves Hundreds Daily: Job Seekers, Former Aerospace Workers and Employers Benefit

Jacki Meadows — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:24:09 +0000

Brevard County, FLORIDA – Brevard Workforce, the area authority on workforce development, officially acknowledged the opening of its Career Center in Rockledge with a Grand Opening event Friday, November 18.

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More than 100 people attended the event, which was sponsored by Architects in Association Rood, Zwick & Kerr, Rush Construction, and Parrish Medical Center

Hundreds of employers, job seekers and former aerospace workers visit the Rockledge Career Career daily. Services include career counseling, résumé assistance, recruitment services, monthly workshops for job seekers, and much more all at no cost.

Several local business leaders and elected officials attended, including Kennedy Space Center Director Bob Cabana, who also spoke at the event and praised KSC’s longstanding partnership with Brevard Workforce that has resulted in helping more than 6,000 former aerospace workers with career transition.

Brevard Workforce President Lisa Rice addressed the guests by stressing the business-focused mission of Brevard Workforce. Ms. Rice said by focusing on businesses’ needs, Brevard Workforce can quickly and efficiently place more people in more jobs.

Brevard Workforce Board of Directors Chairman Jack Rood also spoke at the event, crediting much of the Workforce’s successes to the leadership of Ms. Rice and the workforce team and reinforcing the value of Brevard Workforce’s services and urging businesses to take advantage of them.

Other speakers included Gena Argila from EFM, Inc., and Allan Riggs from Infratech. Both employer-customers successfully utilized Brevard Workforce’s services to find new employees and shared their experiences with attendees.

Inspiration came in the form of two former aerospace professionals, Joe Hill and Johnny Curry, whose testimonies praised the benefits of Brevard Workforce’s recent entrepreneurial initiatives: Entrepreneurial Work Experience and BizLaunch.

The Rockledge Career Center opened its doors to the public on June 23, 2011. At roughly 21,000 square feet, the Rockledge Career Center is the largest of Brevard Workforce’s three Career Centers, which are also located in Titusville and Palm Bay.

For more information about Brevard Workforce and its services, visit www.brevardworkforce.com

Brevard Workforce Appoints New Palm Bay Career Center Manager

john@bwf.WPadmin — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 21:08:28 +0000

Thomas LaFlore

Brevard County, FLORIDA - Thomas LaFlore, with more than 14 years of experience in workforce development, has been appointed manager of the Brevard Workforce Palm Bay Career Center, the organization announced on Tuesday.

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Mr. LaFlore will manage and oversee daily operations of the Career Center, while continuing to ensure Brevard Workforce meets the needs of local employers and job seekers.

The Palm Bay Career Center, located at 5275 Babcock St. NE, Suite 8B in the Country Club Plaza, provides a wealth of services to both employers and job seekers. On average, more than 6,000 people visit the center every month.

Mr. LaFlore has been with Brevard Workforce for more than seven years, holding positions of Employment Services Specialist, Business Services Consultant, and Community Leader.

“Running a Career Center is no easy task, and we believe Thomas will handle it very well,” said Brevard Workforce President Lisa Rice. ”His experience and knowledge of not only Brevard Workforce but workforce development as a whole will serve us well. Thomas knows what it takes to make sure we continue to support Brevard County’s workforce.”

Mr. LaFlore earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Oral Roberts University in 1993; he earned his Master’s Degree in Leadership and Management from Webster University in 2010.

Mr. LaFlore currently resides in Palm Bay with his wife and two children.

About Brevard Workforce

Brevard Workforce is the area authority on workforce development, providing comprehensive services, labor market information and access to resources for businesses and job seekers. Visit www.brevardworkforce.com or call 504-7600 toll-free in Brevard for more information about our services and resources.

Programs funded through Brevard Workforce are equal opportunity programs with auxilliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Brevard Workforce’s Business Strategies To Be Highlighted At National DOL Conference

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Rockledge, FLORIDA - Brevard Workforce, the area authority on workforce development, is presenting several key strategies on how to best serve businesses at a summit held by the Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration.

The summit is being held from Nov. 8 – 10 in Atlanta.

Hundreds of workforce specialists from all around the country are scheduled to attend and present on varying topics.

Five representatives from Brevard Workforce, including President Lisa Rice, will be presenting during the two-day conference. Ms. Rice’s presentation highlights the value of integrating Business Services into Career Center operations.

Other Brevard Workforce representatives presenting include:

Director of Industry Relations Judy Blanchard, presenting on measuring performance benchmarks for Business Service representatives

Special Projects Manager Eric Nakamura, presenting on how to determine workforce issues within a business, and also presenting separately on virtual business engagement

Program Planning Officer Erica Lemp, presenting on how to implement new entrepreneurial and small business strategies

Business Liaison Valerie Carothers, co-presenting on how to attract alternative energy companies

The summit, in its inaugural year, has been in the works since 2010 by a small core group of workforce experts from around the country, including Ms. Rice.

“We believe Brevard Workforce has a lot to offer when it comes to Business Services,” said Ms. Rice. “This conference is a great opportunity to take our perspective to the national level.”

Brevard Workforce Continues No-Cost Learning Sessions

Jacki Meadows — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:02:23 +0000

ROCKLEDGE, Florida – Brevard Workforce continues to expand its partnership with area experts and local libraries to assist citizens in understanding their options for health insurance, family finances, mortgage assistance and social media. Often when facing a job loss or an impending job loss, many questions arise. Multiple offerings of each session will be held at local libraries as well as Brevard Workforce Career Centers.

The courses will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis and seating is limited. Registration is requested. To register, visit our website at www.launchnewcareers.com/paying-your-bills-options/ Spouses are also invited to attend. See a complete listing of the courses below. For more information, call 504-7600, send an email to resources@brevardworkforce.com or visit us online at www.launchnewcareers.com/paying-your-bills-options/.

These are informative sessions only; there will be no solicitation of products or services permitted.

Mortgage Default/Delinquency Assistance

Date: Tuesday, November 1

Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Titusville (3880 S Washington Avenue, Suite 214)

Description: Prevents foreclosure by restructuring debt, establishing reinstatement plans and seeking loan modification.

Money Management Essentials
Date: Tuesday, November 1

Time: 1:00– 2:30 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Titusville (3880 S Washington Avenue, Suite 214)

Description: Presented by the Heartland Institute of Financial Education. This class focuses on budgeting essentials, debt elimination strategies, emergency funds, managing and reducing your personal risk, retiring with confidence, tax strategies and estate planning 101

Navigating Your Health Insurance Options

Date: Tuesday, November 1

Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Titusville (3880 S Washington Avenue, Suite 214)

Description: Taking a proactive approach to planning your health insurance needs and understanding your choices.

Mortgage Modification and Foreclosure Options

Date: Wednesday, November 2

Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Rockledge (295 Barnes Boulevard)

Description: Housing Partnership is helping homeowners preserve their investment through its Foreclosure Prevention Workshops, which provides group education and individual counseling for customers in danger of foreclosure.

Mortgage Modification and Foreclosure Options

Date: Tuesday, November 8

Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Rockledge (295 Barnes Boulevard)

Manage Your Financial Stress During Times of Unemployment

Date: Tuesday, November 8

Time: 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Rockledge (295 Barnes Boulevard)

Description: What can you do? Discover how to develop survival skills and take control of your situation! Learn how to make key decision by setting SMART goals, strategic next steps, mitigating risk, explore benefit options/401K, self-audits, budgeting and debt elimination.

Understanding Health Insurance Options

Date: Wednesday, November 9

Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Rockledge (295 Barnes Boulevard)Description: Presented by A. Scott Huff from The Huff Group. Whether you are transitioning between jobs, starting a new business or suffered a job loss, what private and public health insurance options are available in Brevard County.

Manage Your Financial Stress During Times of Unemployment

Date: Tuesday, November 15

Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Titusville (3880 S Washington Avenue, Suite 214)

Mortgage Modification and Foreclosure Options

Date: Tuesday, November 15

Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Titusville (3880 S Washington Avenue, Suite 214)

Navigating Your Health Insurance Options

Date: Tuesday, November 15

Time: 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Titusville (3880 S Washington Avenue, Suite 214)

Description: Taking a proactive approach to planning your health insurance needs and understanding your choices.

Protecting and Growing Your 401K in Any Market Condition

Date: Wednesday, November 16

Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Rockledge (295 Barnes Boulevard)

Description: This session will cover proven techniques in preserving and growing your retirement assets regardless of market or political upheaval. The second part of the session the emphasis will be placed on changing the way we think about a job loss.

Understanding Health Insurance Options

Date: Tuesday, November 29

Time: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Titusville (3880 S Washington Avenue, Suite 214)

Description: Presented by A. Scott Huff from The Huff Group. Whether you are transitioning between jobs, starting a new business or suffered a job loss, what private and public health insurance options are available in Brevard County.

Mortgage Modification and Foreclosure Options

Date: Tuesday, November 29

Time: 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Titusville (3880 S Washington Avenue, Suite 214)

Navigating Your Health Insurance Options

Date: Wednesday, November 30

Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce – Titusville (3880 S Washington Avenue, Suite 214)

Description: Taking a proactive approach to planning your health insurance needs and understanding your choices.

To register with Employ Florida please visit https://www.employflorida.com prior to attending any Brevard Workforce workshops.

To learn more about the services provided by Brevard Workforce, visit us at www.brevardworkforce.com or call 504-7600, toll free in Brevard.

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Brevard Workforce Aerospace Transition Program Offering Workshops During November 2011

Jacki Meadows — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:52:43 +0000

ROCKLEDGE, Florida – The Brevard Workforce Aerospace Workforce Transition (AWT) Program will hold the following workshops in November 2011 to assist Brevard County aerospace workers. There is no cost to attend. These workshops are designed specifically for aerospace workers who have been or will be affected by the Space program realignment. Employees of NASA contractors and subcontractors please note that per NASA Procurement, attendance at these workshops shall be done on personal time and shall not be charged to work hours or administrative leave hours. Participation in any workshops held at Kennedy Space Center requires a current access badge. Participation requires registration at two separate websites, www.employflorida.com and www.launchnewcareers.com. If an individual workshop requires a reservation, this is done online at www.launchnewcareers.com.

Aerospace Workforce Transition (AWT) Orientation

Date: Mondays, November 7, 14, 21, 28

Time: 12:00-1:30 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Titusville, 3880 S. Washington Avenue, Suite 214 (Washington Plaza)

Description: Customers will learn about AWT Program requirements for AWT Scholarships for education and training. The process for obtaining scholarships will be explained. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL TITUSVILLE OFFICE AT 321-394-0703. Maximum class size: 15

Aerospace Workforce Transition (AWT) Orientation

Date: Mondays, November 7, 14, 21, 28

Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Rockledge, 295 Barnes Boulevard

Description: Customers will learn about AWT Program requirements for AWT Scholarships for education and training. The process for obtaining scholarships will be explained. Must be badged for access to Kennedy Space Center to attend. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL ROCKLEDGE OFFICE AT 321-394-0702. Maximum class size: 20

Career Transition Workshop

Date: Mondays, November 7, 14, 21, 28

Time: 9:00 –10:00 a.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Titusville, 3880 S. Washington Avenue, Suite 214 (Washington Plaza)

Description: Finding yourself unemployed is one of the most frightening situations you can find yourself in. It can leave you paralyzed as to what to do next. This workshop helps you understand the feelings you are experiencing and offers some tips & techniques to help you move towards a new career. In this workshop, you will learn techniques for stress management; how to take stock of your finances to ride out the storm; and tips on using your community resources in your job search campaign. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL TITUSVILLE OFFICE AT 321-394-0703. Class size, maximum 15.

Career Transition Workshop

Date: Mondays, November 7, 14, 21, 28

Time: 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Rockledge, 295 Barnes Boulevard

Description: Finding yourself unemployed is one of the most frightening situations you can find yourself in. It can leave you paralyzed as to what to do next. This workshop helps you understand the feelings you are experiencing and offers some tips & techniques to help you move towards a new career. In this workshop, you will learn techniques for stress management; how to take stock of your finances to ride out the storm; and tips on using your community resources in your job search campaign. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL ROCKLEDGE OFFICE AT 321-394-0702. Class size, maximum 30.

Career Transition Workshop

Date: Mondays, November 7, 14, 21, 28

Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Palm Bay – 5272 Babcock St., NE Suite 8B

Description: Finding yourself unemployed is one of the most frightening situations you can find yourself in. It can leave you paralyzed as to what to do next. This workshop helps you understand the feelings you are experiencing and offers some tips & techniques to help you move towards a new career. In this workshop, you will learn techniques for stress management; how to take stock of your finances to ride out the storm; and tips on using your community resources in your job search campaign. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL - PALM BAYOFFICE AT 321-394-0701 Class size, maximum – 15.

Getting the Most Out of Employ Florida Marketplace (EFM)
Date: Wednesdays, November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon.

Where: Brevard Workforce Titusville, 3880 S. Washington Avenue, Suite 214 (Washington Plaza)

Description: Customers will learn how to navigate the Employ Florida Marketplace (EFM) web site, the importance of having “BACKGROUND” information in the system to be selected for job openings, how to get over 400 job skills in your profile, and have the system complete a resume for YOU! Please bring a draft resume, along with your user name and password to EFM. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL TITUSVILLE OFFICE AT 321-394-0703. Class size, maximum 15.

Getting the Most Out of Employ Florida Marketplace (EFM)
Date: Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Time: 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Rockledge, 295 Barnes Boulevard

Description: Customers will learn how to navigate the Employ Florida Marketplace (EFM) web site, the importance of having “BACKGROUND” information in the system to be selected for job openings, how to get over 400 job skills in your profile, and have the system complete a resume for YOU! Please bring a draft resume, along with your user name and password to EFM. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL ROCKLEDGE OFFICE AT 321-394-0702. Class size, maximum -24.

Getting the Most Out of Employ Florida Marketplace (EFM)
Date: Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Palm Bay 5272 Babcock St., NE Suite 8B

Description: Customers will learn how to navigate the Employ Florida Marketplace (EFM) web site, the importance of having “BACKGROUND” information in the system to be selected for job openings, how to get over 400 job skills in your profile, and have the system complete a resume for YOU! Please bring a draft resume, along with your user name and password to EFM. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL – PALM BAYOFFICE AT 321-394-0701. Class size, maximum -20

Launch Pad Job Club

Date: Thursdays, November 3, 10, 17

Time: 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.

Where: Elks Club Titusville

Description: These workshops are designed specifically for aerospace workers who have been or may be affected by the Space Shuttle Program closure. Participants must have registered on www.launchnewcareers.com and www.employflorida.com. Participants will be able to network with other job seekers in their industry, receive empathy and encouragement from supportive peers and receive invaluable information about resume preparation, job seeking, salary negotiation, and interviewing skills. Participants will learn of job leads, share successes, wisdom, and be able to energize their job search. Seating space is limited. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL TITUSVILLE OFFICE AT 321-394-0703. Maximum class size: 20

Launch Pad Job Club

Date: Tuesdays, November 1, 8, 15Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Rockledge, 295 Barnes Boulevard

Description: These workshops are designed specifically for aerospace workers who have been or may be affected by the Space Shuttle Program closure. Participants must have registered on www.launchnewcareers.com and www.employflorida.com. Participants will be able to network with other job seekers in their industry, receive empathy and encouragement from supportive peers and receive invaluable information about resume preparation, job seeking, salary negotiation, and interviewing skills. Participants will learn of job leads, share successes, wisdom, and be able to energize their job search. Seating space is limited. . MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL ROCKLEDGE OFFICE AT 321-394-0702. Maximum class size: 20

Preparing for the Interview

Date: Fridays, November 4, 18

Time: 1:30 -3:30

Where: Brevard Workforce Titusville, 3880 S. Washington Avenue, Suite 214 (Washington Plaza)

Description: Interviewing techniques have changed over the last several years. Don’t miss out on your chance to sharpen your skills, be prepared to handle that interview and land the career job YOU want! This workshop covers various interviewing styles, the 10 TOUGHEST questions asked, and how to handle interviewing STRESS! Participants must have a user account at www.employflorida.com and on www.launchnewcareers.com. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL TITUSVILLE OFFICE AT 321-394-0703. Maximum class size-15.

Preparing for the Interview

Date: Thursdays, November 3, 10, 17

Time: 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Rockledge, 295 Barnes Boulevard

Description: Interviewing techniques have changed over the last several years. Don’t miss out on your chance to sharpen your skills, be prepared to handle that interview and land the career job YOU want! This workshop covers various interviewing styles, the 10 TOUGHEST questions asked, and how to handle interviewing STRESS! Participants must have a user account at www.employflorida.com and on www.launchnewcareers.com. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL ROCKLEDGE OFFICE AT 321-394-0702. Maximum class size- 30

Preparing for the Interview

Date: Thursdays, November 3, 10, 17

Time: 1:00-4:00 P.M.

Where: Brevard Workforce Palm Bay 5272 Babcock St., NE Suite 8B

Description: Interviewing techniques have changed over the last several years. Don’t miss out on your chance to sharpen your skills, be prepared to handle that interview and land the career job YOU want! This workshop covers various interviewing styles, the 10 TOUGHEST questions asked, and how to handle interviewing STRESS! Participants must have a user account at www.employflorida.com and on www.launchnewcareers.com. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL PALM BAY OFFICE AT 321-394-0701. Maximum class size- 30

Resume Writing Lab, Part 1

Date: Mondays, November 7, 14, 21, 28

Time: 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

Where: Workforce Titusville, 3880 S. Washington Avenue, Suite 214 (Washington Plaza)

Description: Workshop participants will learn how to: Evaluate their skills in order to provide career direction; Learn how to critique and develop a Value-Based resume that speaks to the job description and the EMPLOYER; Utilize Optimal Resume and other resume templates for resume development; and provide portfolios complete with References and Case Studies. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL TITUSVILLE OFFICE AT 321-394-0703. Maximum class size – 15.

Resume Writing Lab, Part 1

Date: Wednesdays, November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Time: 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Rockledge, 295 Barnes Boulevard

Description: Workshop participants will learn how to: Evaluate their skills in order to provide career direction; Learn how to critique and develop a Value-Based resume that speaks to the job description and the EMPLOYER; Utilize Optimal Resume and other resume templates for resume development; and provide portfolios complete with References and Case Studies. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL ROCKLEDGE OFFICE AT 321-394-0702. Maximum class size- 30

Resume Writing Lab, Part 1

Date: Wednesdays, November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Palm Bay 5272 Babcock St., NE Suite 8B

Description: Workshop participants will learn how to: Evaluate their skills in order to provide career direction; Learn how to critique and develop a Value-Based resume that speaks to the job description and the EMPLOYER; Utilize Optimal Resume and other resume templates for resume development; and provide portfolios complete with References and Case Studies. Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL PALM BAY OFFICE AT 321-394-0701 Maximum class size- 20

Resume Writing Lab, Part 2

Date: Fridays, November 4 & 18

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Titusville, 3880 S. Washington Avenue, Suite 214 (Washington Plaza)

Description: Resume Writing Part 2 is set to work one-on-one with Staff members to review your current resume and develop a Value-Based resume to better market your skills to the employers to LAND THAT INTERVIEW! Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL TITUSVILLE OFFICE AT 321-394-0703. Maximum class size-15

Resume Writing Lab, Part 2

Date: Friday, November 4 & 18

Time: 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Rockledge, 295 Barnes Boulevard

Description: Resume Writing Part 2 is set to work one-on-one with Staff members to review your current resume and develop a Value-Based resume to better market your skills to the employers to LAND THAT INTERVIEW! Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL ROCKLEDGE OFFICE AT 321-394-0702. MAXIMUM CLASS SIZE – 24.

Resume Writing Lab, Part 2

Date: Friday, November 4 & 18

Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Where: Brevard Workforce Palm Bay 5272 Babcock St., NE Suite 8B

Description: Resume Writing Part 2 is set to work one-on-one with Staff members to review your current resume and develop a Value-Based resume to better market your skills to the employers to LAND THAT INTERVIEW! Pre-registration is required. MUST CALL TO CONFIRM A SEAT IN THIS WORKSHOP WITH YOUR LOCAL PALM BAY OFFICE AT 321-394- 0701 MAXIMUM CLASS SIZE – 12

Registration is available at www.launchnewcareers.com. For more information, contact Chris Rasor at 321-394-0571 or at crasor@brevardworkforce.com.

To register with Employ Florida please visit https://www.employflorida.com prior to attending any Brevard Workforce workshops.

To learn more about the services provided by Brevard Workforce, visit us at www.brevardworkforce.com or call 504-7600, toll free in Brevard.

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