About the "Center for Workforce Transition"


Welcome to the CWT!

Lansing Community College's Center for Workforce Transition is located at Capital Area Michigan Works! The CWT provides information and assistance to adults looking to transition within the workforce...whether it is identifying career goals, gaining new skills and knowledge through Lansing Community College, or seeking assistance on job search techniques, the CWT is your one-stop partner.

NEW!
Lansing Community College's Center for Workforce Transition is pleased to announce that it has expanded its programming to include workshops designed specifically for baby boomers looking to re-enter the job market. For more information on the Encore Plus 50 program attend an informational orientation meeting at Capital Area Michigan Works! Lansing Service Center on Tuesday, April 8th from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. If you have any questions, contact our staff at (517) 492-5580 or LCCAdvisor@camw.net.

Plus 50 Completion Initiative:
Lansing Community College has joined other community colleges in a national program designed to train 10,000 baby boomers for new jobs in healthcare, education, and social services. The program is sponsored by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC). The college is part of the Plus 50 Encore Completion Program and seeks to assist adults age 50 and over in completing degrees or certificates within in-demand occupations that give back to the community. Please visit our website at lcc.edu/lifelong/encore for updated information on this program.

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Job Blasts Updates!

In today's Lansing State Journal, George Fulton of the University of Michigan stated that "job growth will be steady but not spectacular...."  As well, Fulton credits the rebound of the state's auto industry for helping to get Michigan back on its feet, especially with news that Detroit's Big Three have seen their first  increase in market share since 1995.  (Lansing State Journal, May 17, 2011)

While the numbers may seem large and the news good, this equates to an average annual job increase of just over 60,000 jobs in the next three years (remember, there were over 800,000 jobs lost during the Great Recession).  The manufacturing industry in our state has been a significant contributor to the increase in private sector jobs.  Again, not trying to beat a dead horse, but job seekers are continuously learning that available positions are generally going to those with the right skills.  If you're in the market for new employment, be sure to take the time to assess your knowledge and skills and learn how to effectively communicate them to a prospective employer.  As well, Lansing Community College's "Jobs Connection" Workshop (held most Tuesdays at Capital Area Michigan Works! Lansing Service Center) will provide information on local labor market data, tools (free!) for exploring individual career options, as well as helpful tips for the Job Seeker to aid with a competitive advantage in the job search.  The next workshop will be held on Tuesday, May 31, from 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm.


Each week, the Capital Area Michigan Works! Service Centers provide Job Seekers with an orientation that introduces them to the services available.  For a complete calendar listing of events in the CAMW! Service Centers for the month, visit their website to view the updated Calendar of Events.  (NOTE:  The Lansing Service Center hosts its Orientations on Wednesday's at 2:00 pm.  St. Johns hosts theirs on Tuesdays, and Charlotte hosts theirs on Thursdays)


In addition, each of the Service Centers provide free workshops on building resumes, interviewing tips, to name a few.  The Lansing Service Center will be providing a  Resume Writing Workshop on Tuesday, May 24th from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.  To register for the event, sign up at the Greeter Desk or email Barb Poma at bpoma@camw.net.



  Barks Hoffman, Kathy, "Economist:  State to gain 182,800 jobs over 3 years",  Lansing State Journal, May 17, 2011.

JOB BLASTS!
The postings for the following Job Blasts can be found by clicking on the posting number, or going to the Michigan Talent Bank website and conducting an Advanced Search.

Biophotonic Solutions (East Lansing): Operations Assistant,  MTB # 3070253

Magnuson Hotel (Fowlerville):  
  • Housekeeper (F/T):  MTB # 3069155
  • Guest Service Agent (F/T):  MTB # 3069150
CATA (Lansing):  Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Person,  MTB # 3069559

Pratt & Whitney (Lansing):  Cell Leader/Manufacturing Supervisor,  MTB # 3069148

Doty Mechanical (Lansing):  Service Dispatcher,  MTB # 3068530

Budget Tire Center (Lansing):  Auto Technician/Assistant Manager,  MTB # 3067597   


Tina S. Gray, P.C. (Williamston):  Administrative Assistant/Legal Secretary,  MTB # 3067633


Remember to check the previous week's Blog as some of the postings may still be available.






 
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