Business & Merchant

Last Updated on Friday, 26 August 2016 16:33

The purpose of the Pennsylvania CareerLink® Mon Valley is to advance the economic well-being of the region by developing and maintaining a quality workforce and by serving as a focal point for regional workforce development activities. We are located at 570 Galiffa Drive, Donora. Call 724-379-4750 for additional information or to register for an event. No fee is associated with any of the services listed.

Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership Roundtable – Advanced Manufacturing Employers receive up to 65% cost reimbursement for training their existing workforce. Washington County manufacturers interested in upgrading their employees’ skills are invited to learn about and/or apply for eligible incumbent worker training funding. Friday, September 23 @ 8:30 a.m. Call Zak @ 724-379-4750 x 112 to register.

Annual Mon Valley Job Fair – 40+ employers with over 300 job openings. Free admission. Free parking. The Willow Room, Route 51, 800 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon. Thursday, October 6, noon – 4 p.m.

Civil Service Jobs – Interested in a PA Civil Service job? Explore employment opportunities the Commonwealth has to offer. Learn how you can get on the Civil Service list for upcoming job openings. Wednesday, September 21 @ 2 p.m.

Education/Training Consultation – Seeking post-secondary education or training opportunities in a new career? Financial assistance may be available to you through the PA CareerLink. Call Ellen @ 724-379-4750 x 121 for eligibility criteria.

GED/Adult Remediation – Classes designed to help you prepare for the GED test or to brush up on Math and Reading Skills to improve your scores on employment tests. Call to speak with an instructor today! Monday - Friday.

Professional Resume Day! The resume is a hiring manager’s first sign of a candidate’s appeal, relevance, qualifications, and professionalism. One-on-one proofreading, editing, and feedback services are being offered. Leave with a supply of resumes you can take with you to the Annual Mon Valley Job Fair. Thursday, September 29 from 9 am – 3 p.m. (by appointment only).

Resume Writing Workshop – Learn how to write an effective resume and the importance of this tool to getting job interviews. Develop a resume that convinces hiring managers that you are the best candidate for the job. Thursdays, September 8 & 22 @ 1 p.m.

Small Business Consultation – One-on-one counseling with a Business Outreach Coordinator from the University of Pittsburgh Small Business Development Center. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity for new and existing business owners to build and grow a successful business. Expert guidance in market research, training and professional development, technology development assistance, funding resources, business plans, and more. Call John @ 412-624-2290 for an appointment.

Successful Interviewing – Few things have as much impact on your career options as your ability to interview well. Like it or not, ‘acing the interview’ is a must if you want to get hired. Join us for tips on making a fantastic first impression and learn how to field awkward interview questions. Thursday, September 15 @ 10:30 a.m.

Turn a Job Fair Into a Job Offer – Create your 15 second sales pitch, Learn to talk to a job fair recruiter, and master the art of the follow-up. Be prepared for the Annual Mon Valley Job Fair. Friday, September 23 @ 10 a.m.