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The Workforce Opportunity Council, through the NH Department of Education, is seeking proposals for Year-round in-school and out-of-school youth programs.
These programs are being funded by the 2009 Formula and/or Stimulus funds, and must meet the criteria attached to the funding stream.
Proposals will be accepted on a rolling basis until the funds are fully obligated. However, PLEASE NOTE -- Proposals that do not meet the requirements of the RFP will not be considered for funding.
The next deadline is July 30, 2009, with a funding decision in August. The final enrollment date for these youth will be determined at point of contracting, a change from the date identified in the RFP.
Out-of-school youth are not connected to an educational entity when the individual makes application for program services.
To submit a proposal for a year-round Youth Programs, please access the following documents:
Year-Round Program Requirements
Year-Round Program Budget Requirements
In addition to the above required information, for the specific In-School Youth programs RFP please choose the following link:
Year-Round In-School Youth Program RFP
For the specific Out-of-School Youth programs RFP please choose the following link:
Year-Round Out-of-School Youth Program RFP
OTHER RECENT UPDATES
For copies of the Technical Assistance Session powerpoint presentation, please click here: TA PowerPoint
For Questions Asked during the March 2009 Technical Assistance Conference, please click here: March Questions
For the Attendance List for the March 2009 Technical Assistance Conference, please click here: March TA Attendance
Information on "Green Jobs". To access a website that provides relevant information on green jobs, please click here.
###Archived 09/28/2009###
A Request for Proposals is being issued by the Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc., a private, non-profit agency responsible for the implementation and oversight of the Workforce Investment Act in New Hampshire.
This request, in collaboration with the New Hampshire Department of Education, is seeking proposals for fiscal monitoring services related to Summer Youth programs funded with American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) grants.
A complete copy of the RFP can be obtained by clicking here.
Proposals must be in writing, and received no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13, 2009.
See proposal for specific mailing instructions.
###Archived 09/28/2009###
When: Thursday, February 5, 2009
Where: Grappone Center in Concord
What: The best youth-centered conference around!
Seating is limited to 200. As of Monday, February 2nd, we have 182 registrations. This will be a full house!
Registration materials: Register here
Call to see if there is still space! If so, you may fax your registration to 603-228-8557
Agenda: Conference Agenda
###Archived 03/13/2009###
The Department of Education, under its contract with the Workforce Opportunity Council, is seeking proposals to provide Workforce Investment Act (WIA) program services to youth.
Providers may choose to submit proposals for in-school youth programs, out-of-school youth programs, or both.
Eligibility and program requirements, as well as funding restrictions, are provided in the following documents:
WIA Program Requirements (overall requirements)
In-School Youth Programs
Out-of-School Youth Programs
Budget Forms
Please be sure to read the instructions carefully. Proposals that are late, do not follow instructions, or are incomplete, will not be accepted.
Information from Technical Assistance Sessions:
Questions and Answers
In-School presentation (power point)
Out-of-School presentation (power point)
###Archived 02/02/2009###
The Workforce Opportunity Council is looking for a talented individual who understands and appreciates a team approach.
Working with multiple partner agencies, the Rapid Response / Business Relations Coordinator will facilitate the arrangement of informational sessions to laid off workers.
A complete job description may be accessed by clicking this link.
Please submit a cover letter and resume by no later than September 19, 2008 to Cindy Naiditch, Executive Director of Operations, Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc., 64 Old Suncook Road, Concord, NH 03301
###Archived 09/26/2008###
The State Plan for the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is now available for public review and comment.
To access the plan, please follow this link: State Plan
To offer comments, please use this link: Public Comment
Public Comments will be accepted until September 7, 2008.###Archived 09/26/2008###
Web Site Helps Workers
Governor Lynch Praises New Site
New Hampshire's Rapid Response Team now has its own web site to help dislocated workers keep up with career counseling services and training opportunities.
The web site, www.nhrapidresponse.com, is highlighting activities being conducted for the 303 workers at Wausau Paper in Groveton, according to Dick Anagnost, Chair of the Workforce Opportunity Council. Rapid Response activities at other companies will be added as they occur, he said.
Governor John Lynch praised the new web site. Addressing the Wausau Paper workers who will lose their jobs on December 31, he said, "The State of New Hampshire is committed to doing everything possible to help you, your families, and your community through this difficult time. The State's Rapid Response Team, and this website, will work with you to determine your needs and how best to help you find a new job. Whether you are seeking help in resume writing, job counseling, job retraining or other assistance, this Web site will provide you with the resources you need to use all the State of New Hampshire can offer." ###Archived 09/26/2008###
The site was developed by the Workforce Opportunity Council, which oversees the state's Rapid Response program through its NH Works Consortium. State agencies offering services through NH Works includes New Hampshire Employment Security; Resources and Economic Development; Education; Labor; Health and Human Services; the Community Action Agencies; and the Community College System.
When a layoff of fifty or more employees occurs at a company, a state Rapid Response Coordinator meets with company management to collect information about the reasons for the layoff and to arrange meetings with affected workers. A team of local representatives from the NH Works Career Center meets with the workers to discuss worker needs, concerns and issues related to the layoff. Information provided by management and workers form the basis for a Rapid Response plan developed at the Workforce Opportunity Council. In addition to individual worker re-employment plans, the Council may also apply for additional federal funds to met the challenges presented by the layoff.
Rapid Response activities in Groveton have included establishment of a Worker Assistance Center for workers; a $660,000 National Emergency Grant for delivery of career counseling and retraining services; certification of the company by the Trade Act, which will offer additional training opportunities for the workers; a community-wide Wausau Paper Advisory Committee; and an application for a Regional Innovation Grant to assist Coos County address its regional economic, workforce and educational infrastructure.
The Workforce Opportunity Council is requesting proposals for administrative support and project management services.
Deadline for submission of proposals is Friday, August 29, 2008 by no later than 4:00pm.
To access the proposal, follow this link: RFP
###Archived 09/03/2008###
The 7th Annual NH Works Partners' Conference, "Partners in Training", is scheduled for Thursday, June 26, 2008 at the Grappone Center.
Vendor registration and sponsorship materials may be accessed by following this link: Information/Registration
Tables are going fast! Reserve yours today.
###Archived 07/01/2008###
New Hampshire recently received a Regional Innovation Grant (RIG), in the amount of $250,000. The Workforce Opportunity Council applied for, and will administer the grant.
In light of the recent mill closings, the grant is designed to help the North Country create a master planning document that addresses economic diversity and development for the region.
For a better understanding of the purpose and scope of the grant, please click here: RIG Application Narrative
###Archived 04/24/2008###
As questions come in on the Regional Innovation Grant (RIG) Request for Proposals, they will be posted here.
It is hoped that these postings will benefit all prospective bidders for this project.
The current list may be accesed by this link: Q & A
###Archived 04/24/2008###
The Workforce Opportunity Council, in collaboration with the North Country Regional Innovation Grant (RIG) partners and organizations, is seeking proposals for consultant services to provide certain services related to research, analysis, strategic planning, meeting facilitation, and plan writing in support of the preparation of the North Country RIG Implementation Plan.
A complete copy of the RFP can be obtained by clicking here: RFP.
Proposals must be in writing, and be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 18, 2008.
Refer to the proposal request for specific mailing instructions.
###Archived 04/24/2008###
The Workforce Opportunity Council submitted, on behalf of the Governor, a waiver request to the U.S. Department of Labor, asking for more flexibility in expending Workforce Investment Act funds.
Current law allows states to transfer up to 20% of their allocated funds between the disadvantaged adult and dislocated worker funding streams. New Hampshire is asking for the option to transfer up to 50% of its funds between these two categories.
If granted, this waiver will allow more flexibility to serve those populations most in need, depending on the current economic enviornment.
To access the waiver request, please click here.
Anyone wishing to submit a comment on this request may do so by emailing info@nhworkforce.org by no later than March 30, 2008.
###Archived 04/3/2008###
Regional Innovation Grant
Project Manager
The Project Manager will facilitate the completion of a regional strategic economic/workforce development plan for NHs North Country. Funded through a special USDOL grant, which provides the expected framework for the plan development, the Project Manager, working closely with the grant's Core Leadership Group, will have the ultimate responsibility for compiling the various work products produced by project subgroups and consultants into the formal strategic plan.
Strong multiple stakeholder communication and group facilitation skills, an understanding of and appreciation for public/private partnerships, and the ability to organize, coordinate, and compile data from multiple sources are critical to the success of this project.
Based (located) in the North Country, this is a full-time, temporary position lasting approximately 18 months, and offering a competitive salary, with benefits.
For a complete job description, click here: Job Description
Send resume and cover letter by March 1st to:
Cindy Naiditch
Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc.
64 Old Suncook Road
Concord, NH, 03301
Please, no phone calls. EOE..
###Archived 03/19/2008###
WASHINGTON, DC - United States Senator Judd Gregg and John Sununu (R-NH) today (11/27) announced that the United States Department of Labor has approved Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) and Alternative Trade Adjustment (ATAA) benefits for more than 300 workers at the Wausau Paper Mill in Groveton. The plant is scheduled to close its doors by the end of the year.
"The approval of benefits is terrific news for the workers, their families, and the community," said Gregg and Sununu. "With this funding, workers can take advantage of a number of helpful resources, including training services, employment counseling, and assistance with job search and health insurance costs. Our offices will continue to work closely with local, state, and federal officials as well as company and union representatives to ensure these workers receive the assistance they need during this time of transition."
Gregg and Sununu wrote to Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao in early November urging her to expedite the approval of Wausau's application for TAA and ATAA benefits.
###Archived 02/26/2008###
Gov. John Lynch announced on October 12th that New Hampshire companies can apply for job training grants for their workers. A new Web site, www.nhjobtrainingfund.org, will assist companies in the grant application process.
Gov. Lynch made the announcement at a meeting of his Jobs Cabinet.
"In every part of New Hampshire, business leaders tell me that they have the products, that they have the customers, but they need more skilled workers if their businesses are to stay and grow in New Hampshire. That is why Job Training Fund is so important to both businesses and workers, and the future economic growth of our state," Gov. Lynch said.
Gov. Lynch made re-establishing the Job Training Fund a priority this past legislative session. New Hampshire first established the Job Training Fund in 2001, and the first grants were approved in January 2002. In 19 months, 169 grants were awarded to more than 100 different companies and nearly 5,400 workers were trained.
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Up to $1 million in matching grants will be available this year to allow companies to partner with the state to train new workers or retrain longtime employees.
"The Job Training Fund will help ensure our workers have the training they need to get good jobs. It will help ensure our companies have the skilled workers they need to compete. And it will help keep our unemployment rate low. It is an investment that makes sense for our workers, our companies, and our state's economic future," Gov. Lynch said.
The first deadline for applications is Nov. 1. The Job Training Fund is administered by the Workforce Opportunity Council. A 10-member Job Training Grant Review Committee will review the applications and make recommendations to state Department of Resources and Economic Development Commissioner George Bald. Grants will be awarded on a monthly basis.
###Archived 02/26/2008###
On behalf of Governor Lynch, the Workforce Opportunity Council applied for and received a National Emergency Grant to assist workers that will soon lose their jobs due to the Groveton Wausau Paper Mill closure scheduled for December 31st.
The following press release was issued by the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Public Affairs on November 16th.
News Release
Nov. 16, 2007
Washington, D.C.
U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao today announced a $659,992 grant, with an initial release of $325,537, to assist approximately 250 workers affected by the closure of Wausau Paper Inc. in Groveton, N.H.
"This $660,000 grant is to help the workers affected by this closure find new jobs in growing industries," said Secretary Chao. "These workers will be able to take advantage of employment services focused on connecting them with new career opportunities."
In addition, Assistant Secretary of Labor for Employment and Training Emily Stover DeRocco on
Nov. 19 will join Senator John Sununu and state and local officials in Groveton for a roundtable discussion that addresses the impact of the Wausau Paper closure and the future of the area's economy.
"Besides providing immediate assistance to workers facing this closure, federal, state and local officials are identifying strategies to help rebuild and strengthen the region's economic future," said DeRocco. "Together, we can align and leverage the public and private resources available to foster an environment for job creation and new opportunities for Groveton workers."
On October 23, Wausau Paper issued a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification announcing that layoffs would begin December 31. The state soon will open a Worker Assistance Center in Groveton to provide employment and training services to affected workers.
National Emergency Grants are part of the Secretary of Labor's discretionary fund and are awarded based on a state's ability to meet specific guidelines.
###Archived 01/28/2008###
The Workforce Opportunity Council, in partnership with the N.H. Department of Education, recently sponsored a series of public service announcements (PSAs) encouraging youth to stay in school.
The four 30-second spots were developed and performed by Youth Voices, a group of young people currently participating in the youth programs funded by the Workforce Opportunity Council, through an annual Workforce Investment Act grant, and administered by the N.H. Department of Education.
Look for the spots on local cable channels over the upcoming summer.
To preview the PSAs, please click here.
###Archived 01/28/2008###
The Workforce Opportunity Council is currently offering workforce training grants up to $20,000 to companies wishing to upgrade the skills of their workers.
All of the application forms and submission due date details can be found under the Employer tab -- under Training Resources/Training your Employees.
The training grants require a 1:1 cash match, and will be offered until the available funds are exhausted.
Archived 10/18/07 # # #
Older Worker Week The week is set aside to showcase the efforts of the Department of Labor's Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP). SCSEP has helped with job training and placement needs of people 55 or older with limited financial resources for over 40 years. Since then it has helped over one million people enter the job market. Events are planned in each state to commemorate the week.
New Hampshire will celebrate the week with "How Employment Affects Your Social Security and Housing Benefits" information sessions to be held in Manchester and Concord on Friday, September 28, 2007. Representatives from Social Security and Housing will present information and be available to answer questions on how earning an income may impact social security and housing benefits.
The information sessions are being hosted by National Able Network and Community Action Program, Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. and will be held at the following two locations on September 28, 2007:
Manchester
William Cashin Senior Center
76 Main Street
9:00 - 11:00am Housing Presentation
1:00 - 3:00pm Social Security Presentation
Concord
Horseshoe Pond Place Senior Center
26 Commercial Street
9:00 - 11:00am Social Security Presentation
1:00 - 3:00pm Housing Presentation
This event has limited seating and is open to individuals age 55 and older. All attendees will be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift certificate from Walmart. Information from other public assistance programs will be available.
For more information and to reserve your seat, please contact Sharon Stephens, National Able Network 603-623-5627 / 1-800-652-8808 for the Manchester sessions
or
Lisa Hazeltine, Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. 603-225-3295 / 1-800-856-5525 for the Concord sessions.
Archived 10/18/07 # # #
The quarterly meeting of the Workforce Opportunity Council, the state's workforce investment board, is scheduled for Wednesday, September 19th at 2pm.
The meeting is being held at the NH Higher Education Assistance Foundation (NHHEAF) at 3 Barrell Court in Concord.
Archived 9/21/07 # # #
The Workforce Opportunity Council has an opening for a full-time Business Relations Liaison.
The individual selected for this position will coordinate, with businesses and the workforce community, statewide rapid response services involving actual and/or potential employee layoffs.
This position will also facilitate the coordination of business services within the NH Works infrastructure.
Applicants require a high level of interpersonal skills, strong communication, negotiation and group facilitation skills, and a keen understanding of business operations, as well as the workings of interagency relationships in a workforce development environment.
A complete job description can be viewed by clicking: Job Description
Send resume and cover letter by September 19th to:
Cindy Naiditch, VP Operations
Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc.
64 Old Suncook Road, Concord, NH, 03301.
Please, no phone calls. EOE.
Archived 9/21/07 # # #
Questions and Answers relating to the RFP for Youth Assessment (see other Breaking News story) are being posted to help those interested in responding to the Request for Proposals finalize their submission, which is due September 7th.
Questions from the Technical Assistance Conference may be accessed at this link: TA Conference Notes".
Additional Questions & Answers that have been posed since the conference may be accessed at this link: Q&A.
Archived 9/17/07 # # #
The Workforce Opportunity Council, in collaboration with several partner agencies, is seeking proposals from qualified vendor(s) to conduct a needs assessment, gap analysis, and subsequent recommendations for current and former out-of-home care youth (including youth in foster, relative, and residential care) since 2000, in Manchester, NH.
A Technical Assistance Workshop for all interested bidders will be held on Friday, August l0th at l0 am at the Council, 64 Old Suncook Road, Concord, NH 0330l, 603-228-9500.
Proposals must be received at the Council offices by noon on Friday, September 7th. Mailing instructions are included in the RFP, which can be accessed by clicking this link: RFP.
Archived 9/17/07 # # #
New Hampshire's minimum wage increases at a different rate and schedule than the federal minimum wage law.
The new law is summarized in the attached poster. Posters must be displayed in a prominent place where employees can see it. Your N.H. Department of Labor will provide the poster free of charge, or you may download the attached and post it.
If you have questions, please call the N.H. Department of Labor at 603-271-3176 or 1-800-272-4353
Wage Law Poster
Archived 8/30/07 # # #
The Workforce Opportunity Council is seeking an individual to fill the newly-created Sector Development Liaison position.
A complete job description may be accessed at the following link: Job Description.
Cover letter and Resume should be submitted to Cindy Naiditch, VP Operations, Workforce Opportunity Council, 64 Old Suncook Road, Concord, NH 03301 by August 15, 2007
Please - No Phone Calls.
Archived 8/30/07 # # #
As a result of a new grant award, the Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc. has opening(s) for a two-year, full time Disability Program Navigator position. Interested candidates must have direct knowledge of the barriers faced by individuals with disabilities seeking employment, group process and facilitation skills, coaching skills, and the ability to work with multiple organizations to achieve common goals, as well as a general understanding of NH's workforce development system.
Statewide travel is required.
Competitive package offered.
Please mail or e-mail a cover letter and resume by August 15, 2007 to:
Jackie Heuser
Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc.
64 Old Suncook Rd
Concord, NH 03301
jheuser@nhworkforce.org
No phone calls, please.
A complete job description is available by clicking on this link: Job Description.
Specific information on the Disability Program Navigator project can also be found at http://www.doleta.gov/disability.
The Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Archived 8/30/07 # # #
The State Plan for Program Years 2007/2008 is currently available for review and comment.
The plan may be accessed under the "About Us" tab. Once you have accessed the "About the Council" page, please scroll towards the bottom of the page to find the submitted plan and updated attachments.
Archived 7/30/07 # # #
On February 22, 2007, the Workforce Opportunity Council hosted an informational meeting for Congresswoman Carol Shea-Porter. Several agency Commissioners attended, and used the opportunity to provide the congresswoman with important information concerning workforce and educational issues in New Hampshire.
The meeting was held at UNH-Manchester.
To view Rep. Shea-Porter's letter to the Council, click here.
Archived 6/14/07 # # #
As a result of a new grant award, the Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc. has two openings for a two-year, full time Disability Program Navigator position. Interested candidates must have direct knowledge of the barriers faced by individuals with disabilities seeking employment, group process and facilitation skills, coaching skills, and the ability to work with multiple organizations to achieve common goals, as well as a general understanding of NH's workforce development system.
Statewide travel is required for both positions. One position will work primarily in the Manchester area, and one position will work primarily in the northern tier of the state.
Competitive package offered.
Please mail or e-mail a cover letter and resume by May 25, 2007 to:
Jackie Heuser
Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc.
64 Old Suncook Rd
Concord, NH 03301
jheuser@nhworkforce.org
No phone calls, please.
A complete job description is available by clicking on this link: Job Description.
Specific information on the Disability Program Navigator project can also be found at http://www.doleta.gov/disability.
The Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Archived 6/14/07 # # #
The Workforce Opportunity Council is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to provide direct services to eligible adults and dislocated workers under the Workforce Investment Act.
To obtain a complete copy of the Request for Proposals, please click on this link: RFP
Deadline for submissions is 4:00 p.m. Monday, March 5, 2007.
Archived 3/12/07 # # #
The Workforce Opportunity Council is seeking bids from interested CPA firms to perform an audit of their financial records for FYE 6/30/07.
For the complete document, please clik this link: Audit RFP
Proposals must be received by 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 20, 2007.
Archived 3/12/07 # # #
The biennial Conference on dropout prevention, held January 18, 2007, was a tremendous success! The Workforce Opportunity Council greatly appreciates all who participated.
Governor Lynch opened the conference and spoke to his legislative agenda on education to a crowd of 300 educators, legislators, and community leaders.
Dr. Paul Harrington, of the Center for Labor Studies at Northeastern University made an excellent presentation, first putting workforce and education issues into historical context, and then providing hard facts on current economic consequences around high school dropouts and those with low reading/writing skills. For a copy of his slides, please click Dr. Harrington
The Keynote Speaker, Dr. Mel Riddile, Principal of T.C. Williams High School in Alexandria, Virgina, shared with the audience his success with turning around the high dropout rate of Jeb Stuart High School in Falls Church, Virginia. As a result of his work at that school, Dr. Riddile was named the National High School Principal of the Year for 2006. Dr. Riddile's information was very hands-on, and many attended his afternoon breakout session to ask questions and further explore the ideas he presented.
Topics of other Breakout Sessions in the afternoon were varied and well attended, and energy remained high throughout the day.
For a copy of the complete Agenda, click here.
Archived 3/12/07 # # #
A Request for Proposals, released in November by the NH Department of Education (on behalf of the Workforce Opportunity Council), generated several questions during the bidders' conferences held in January.
To assist parties responding to the RFP, the attached questions and answers can be accessed by clicking this link: Q&A.
Archived 3/12/07 # # #
The complete RFP and required forms can be found on the Breaking News article entitled "Request for Proposals - Providers of Youth Services".
The New Hampshire Department of Education, under contract with the Workforce Opportunity Council, has issued a Request for Proposals to provide droupout prevention and/or dropout recovery services to economically disadvantaged youth between the ages of 14-21, using school-to-work models.
Services are funded with Workforce Investment Act Youth funds.
Technical assistance workshops to assist interested applicants have been scheduled at the following times and locations:
Concord: 9:00am Monday, December 11 @ NH Dept. of Education, 21 South Fruit Street, Concord
Manchester: 1:30pm Monday, December 11 @ the NH Works Center, 300 Hanover Street, Manchester
Littleton: 9:00am Tuesday, December 12 at the NH Works Center, 646 Union Street, Littleton
Portsmouth: 1:00pm Wednesday, December 13 at the NH Works Center, 2000 Lafayette Road, Portsmouth
DEADLINE for proposals is 4:00pm, Thursday, February 8, 2007. See the RFP for mailing/delivery instructions.
Click here to download Section I of the RFP Part I
Click here to download Section II of the RFP Part II
Click here to download Attachments A & B of the RFP Attachments
Click here to download the Budget Forms of the RFP Budget Forms
Click here to download the slides for the Technical Assistance conferences Slides
For additional information, please contact Bonnie St. Jean at bst.jean@ed.state.nh.us
Archived 3/12/07 # # #
A representative from the U.S. Department of Labor will be visiting New Hampshire in mid-December to review the proposed site for a Job Corps Center.
"We are very excited about this visit, and look forward to putting our best foot forward," said Dick Anagnost, Chair of the Workforce Opportunity Council. "Four states are in competition for a Job Corps Center. It is expected that only two new centers will be funded. We hope New Hampshire will be one of them."
Archived 1/22/07 # # #
Heads Together '07 Conference: NEWS FLASH: As of January 10, 2007, the Heads Together Conference is SOLD OUT. We are not accepting any further registrations. Thank you to all who registered.
The Workforce Opportunity Council, in partnership with the N.H. Department of Education, is pleased to announce our third Heads Together conference--THE conference that focuses on dropout prevention and work-readiness issues.
Governor Lynch will open this year's conference, which also features Dr. Mel Riddile, a nationally-known expert on dropout prevention.
Mark your calendars for Thursday, January 18, 2007. Check-in and continental breakfast at the Concord Grappone Center, begins at 8:15am. The conference program begins at 9:00am (rain, snow, or shine!) and ends at 3:00pm.
The cost is still just $25.00
To register, please download the attached Registration form, fill it out and mail it with your check to:
Workforce Opportunity Council
64 Old Suncook Road
Concord, NH 03301
For a copy of the complete Agenda, click here.
Registration Deadline is January 10, 2007.
Archived 1/19/07 # # #
New Hampshire's bid for a $30 million Job Corps Center was hand delivered to the U.S. Department of Labor on Friday, September 29.
Dick Anagnost, Chair of the Job Corps Center Task Force, said the proposal was the result of years of effort by many volunteers, elected officials and staff of the Workforce Opportunity Council.
"We developed what we feel is a very strong proposal," said Anagnost. "Our idea of creating the nation's first Homeland Security Job Training Academy will help address New Hampshire's growing employment opportunities in the areas of healthcare, high technology and homeland security."
The New Hampshire proposal included two sites for consideration by the Office of Job Corps. The primary site is a 20.2 acre parcel of land in Manchester. The second site would be in the state's North Country. Anagnost said an estimated 20 proposals would be competing with the New Hampshire submission.
Critical to the proposal was the $6 million of in-kind contributions from private companies and Manchester's offer of land. "Without a demonstration of community support, we would not have much of a chance to be considered," said Anagnost. "The overwhelming response of over $6 million will clearly show the federal reviewers that New Hampshire wants and supports a Job Corps Center."
There are currently 122 Job Corps Centers in operation, with Wyoming and New Hampshire the only two states without a Center.
Anagnost said a final tally of letters and support will be distributed soon, but letters are still being received at the office of the Workforce Opportunity Council, which has overseen the Job Corps Center effort since 2000.
Archived 12/11/06 # # #
New Hampshire plans to respond to the the U.S. Department of Labor's Request for Proposals for a Job Corps site. Responses are due by September 30, 2006.
Language in the legislation gives priority consideration to states without a Job Corps center. New Hampshire and Wyoming are the only two states without a Job Corps--a residential educational/job training program that helps disadvantaged youths, aged 16-24, prepare for the future by providing the skills needed for career placement.
If you are interested in obtaining more information on this initiative, please contact Michael Power @ 603-229-3303.
Archived 10/02/06 # # #
The Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc., is requesting proposals for a qualified vendor to perform customer satisfaction surveys for our WIA customers.
Proposals must be submitted, in writing, no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday September 18, 2006. Please see the RFP for specific criteria and mailing directions.
To download the RFP and attachments, please click on the links below:
RFP
WIA Customer Satisfaction Survey Questions
TEGL 10-05
TEGL 10-05 Attachment
Archived 10/02/06 # # #
The Workforce Opportunity Council is looking for an Administrative and Front Desk Assistant who is highly organized, with multi-tasking abilities and excellent interpersonal/communication skills. Must have a willingness to do a variety of tasks to keep the office running smoothly. Strong skills in Microsoft Suite (Office 2000). 2-4 years experience preferred.
Please submit a cover letter and resume (no phone calls, please) by no later than September 18, 2006 to:
Cindy L. Naiditch
Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc.
64 Old Suncook Road
Concord, NH 03301
The Council is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities are encouraged to apply. Auxiliary aids are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.
Archived 10/02/06 # # #
Nashua Youth Program Funded
Gov. John Lynch announced today that "Pathways," a Nashua collaborative program has been awarded a $50,000 grant to help at-risk youth, including high school dropouts, with educational alternatives and work readiness skills.
"The demands of a changing economy require a highly skilled and educated workforce. The first step in making sure New Hampshire has a strong economic future, and that our children have the bright future that they deserve, is encouraging more students to graduate from high school and giving them the preparation they need to compete in the workforce," Gov. Lynch said.
"Supporting innovative, community-based programs like this is key to reaching that goal," Gov. Lynch said.
The Workforce Opportunity Council will fund the grant for the next three years if the program meets performance standards.
Several area social service agencies known as the Nashua Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) Group came together to design the program, which was selected by the Council after a competitive review of proposals from school districts and community-based organizations throughout New Hampshire.
"I want to thank the members of the ABCD Group in Nashua for focusing on providing at-risk youth, including high school dropouts with alternative ways to learn and to prepare for the workforce," Gov. Lynch said.
The Pathways Program will assist 20 adolescents a year in the greater Nashua area between the ages of 16 and 21, who are involved in the juvenile justice system. Pathways will include work readiness training, occupational training, assessment and educational opportunities.
Southern New Hampshire Services, Inc., an active participant in ABCD, will implement the grant.
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RFP
Youth Voices, a leadership project of the Workforce Opportunity Council's Youth Programs, is seeking a vendor to provide assistance in creating Public Service Announcements.
On behalf of the Council, the Department of Education is releasing and overseeing the RFP process.
All details of submission requirements and timeframes are included in the complete RFP, which may be accessed by clicking here.
Submission deadline is June 22, 2006.
The state's Workforce Opportunity Council has applied for the grant.
"New Hampshire state government is committed to doing everything possible to assist workers affected by the planned closure of the Fraser pulp mill. A National Emergency Grant would provide critical assistance to workers to
help them with re-employment and job searches," Gov. Lynch said.
Dick Anagnost, Chair of the Workforce Opportunity Council, said the funds would be used to support activities at a Worker Assistance Center that was established by the Council for workers and their families.
Approximately 250 workers from the pulp mill will end their job on May 6. The NEG funds will be used to offer a variety of re-employment, job search and career counseling services, said Anagnost. In addition, workers can access job-training funds from the federal Trade Act.
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Job Corps is the nation's largest and most successful residential and educational workforce training program for economically disadvantaged youth, ages 16 through 24. The 41-year old program serves nearly 65,000 young Americans annually and has trained and educated more than two million young people since the first Job Corps Center opened in 1965. In the program year ending June 30, 2004, 90 percent of all Job Corps graduates were successfully placed, with 76 percent getting jobs, 3 percent enlisting in the military, and 11 percent enrolling in higher education. Job Corps has a zero tolerance policy for drugs and violence. Successful applicants to Job Corps are not involved in adjudicative procedures.
The Task Force intends to submit one or more sites in its proposal to the Department of Labor later this year as part of a national solicitation. Final site selection will be dependent upon New Hampshire's success in winning the competition for a new Job Corps Center.
Please submit all comments and questions in writing to: Dick Anagnost, Chair, Job Corps Center Task Force, 64 Old Suncook Rd., Concord NH 03301
The center was created to help assist workers who will be laid off from the pulp mill operated by Fraser Papers and is at the same location used in 2002-2003 for a previous mill shutdown.
The Workforce Opportunity Council is overseeing the many activities of the Center, which is staffed and open Mondays through Fridays from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
3-5 years experience in an executive office environment.
Highly organized, multi-tasking abilities, with excellent interpersonal/communication skills.
Strong Microsoft Suite Office 2000 skills.
Experience working with a board of directors.
Please submit a cover letter and resume (no phone calls, please) as soon as possible to:
Cindy L. Naiditch
Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc.
64 Old Suncook Road
Concord, NH 03301
The Council is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities are encouraged to apply. Auxiliary aids are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.
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Questions may be submitted in writing (see proposal) and all answers will be posted to this site by no later than end of business on March 13, 2006.
To view or download the Appendix 1 referenced in the State Plan, click on this link: Appendix 1
To view or download the Appendix 2 referenced in the State Plan, click on this link: Appendix 2
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All workers of this company, who became totally or partially separated from employment on or after June 24, 2004 through July 19, 2007 are eligible to apply for adjustment assistance under both Section 223 and 246 of the Trade Act of 1974.
New Hampshire Employment Security administers the Trade Act program. Allowable ssistance under this program includes training, job search allowance, relocation allowance, and re-employment services to help prepare for and obtain suitable employment.
If you believe you meet the above requirements, please contact your Employment Security representative at the NH Works Center nearest you. The Nashua NH Works Center is located at 6 Townsend West.
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To view or download the Appendix referenced in the State Plan, click on this link Appendix.
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In an effort to hear from the public on ways the department might better serve their customers, NHVR is holding a series of public forums.
If you plan to attend and require an interpreter, personal care attendant, specialized transportation or other accommodations, call Pam Wheeler at Vocational Rehabilitation: (603)271-3471v/tty or at 1-800-299-1647 v/tty M-F 8am4pm.
If you are not able to attend, your thoughts and ideas are still important. Please send your comments and ideas to: Ella McAllister, 78 Regional Drive, Building #2, Concord, NH 03301; or e-mail - emcallister@ed.state.nh.us; phone (603)271-3471 v/tty; or fax (603)271-7095.
All workers of Molex, Inc. New England Operations, Gilford, NH, who became totally or partially separated from employment on or after March 23, 2004 through two years from the date of certification are eligible to apply for adjustment assistance under Section 223 of the Trade Act of 1974.
NH Employment Security administers the Trade Adjustment Assistance program. The program is available to workers who lose their jobs or whose hours of work are reduced as a result of increased imports. Workers may be eligible for training, job search allowance, relocation allowance and reemployment services to help prepare for or obtain suitable employment.
Call you nearest NH Works Center for more information. The NH Works Center in Laconia is located on 426 Union Avenue.
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All workers of Celestica USA, Inc., including on-site leased workers of Adecco working at Celestica USA, Salem-EMS, who became totally or partially separated from employment on or after March 14, 2004 through two years from the date of certification are eligible to apply for adjustment assistance under Section 223 of the Trade Act of 1974 and are also eligible to apply for alternative trade adjustment assistance under Section 246 of the Trade Act of 1974.
Workers may be eligible for training, job search allowance, relocation allowance and reemployment services to help prepare for and obtain suitable employment.
NH Employment Security (NHES) administers the Trade Adjustment Assistance program, and has contacted, by mail, all NH employees affected by this certification. Individuals who believe they qualify for these benefits should contact their nearest NH Works Center and ask to speak to the NHES counselor who handles this program.
The Salem NH Works office is located at 29 South Broadway.
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The FINAL Plan, and the various attachments, are accessible through the following links below.
Please note that Attachment A is part of the actual Plan document, thus not listed as a separate attachment. Also, the Plan itself is a large document and downloading may take some time.
Funds are available for any size employer and minimum paperwork is required. The funds can be used for a variety of training purposes, but specific job skills training is the major component of each grant.
Publicly funded entities (federal, state and municipal governments) are ineligible to apply.
To obtain an overview of the grant, as well as the grant application documents, visit the EMPLOYERS section of our website and click on "Training Resources", then "Training Your Employees".
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All workers of Codet Newport Corp., Colebrook, NH who became totally or partially separated from employment on or after February 18, 2004 through two years from the date of certification are eligible to apply for adjustment assistance and are also eligible to apply for alternative trade adjustment assistance.
NH Employment Security (NHES) administers the Trade Adjustment Assistance program. The program is available to workers who lose their jobs or whose hours of work are reduced as a result of increased imports. Workers may be eligible for training, job search allowance, relocation allowance and reemployment services to help prepare for and obtain suitable employment.
If you believe you qualify for these benefits, please contact your NHES representative in the Berlin NH Works office, located on 151 Pleasant Street. The telephone number is 603-752-1113.
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Individuals who believe they are eligible for this program should contact their nearest NH Employment Security (NHES) Office located in the NH WORKS Center for further details.
The Nashua Office is located on 6 Townsend West.
NHES has contacted all New Hampshire employees affected by this certification by mail.
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The Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc., in a collaborative effort with Odyssey Youth Rebuild in Manchester, is requesting proposals from faith-based and community-based organizations to provide job readiness skills and support services to individuals aged 16-24 in Manchester's Enterprise community.
Proposals must be submitted to the Council, in writing, no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, May 16, 2005.
