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 3, 2011

Job Search Tips for the Experienced (50+) Worker!

One of the areas that I have received many inquiries during the past few months involves the 50+ job seeker.  This group of experienced workers has had some challenges in approaching today's job market with all of its nuances...particularly those who have been employed for many years and are now looking for a new opportunity following a layoff or early retirement.

In today's job search market, one of the challenges for the older worker coming out of a long held position has been using online resources.  Many people tell me that they used to be able to walk into a business, meet the hiring person, and interview for the position with far greater success than they are seeing in today's hiring environment.  So, this, and other (future) articles, will be posted with some links to resources focused on assisting today's more experienced job seeker. 

One of the many resources available to the 50+ Job Seeker is AARP!  Their website provides some great tools, including articles such as 6 Tips to Job Hunting Online by Christina Ianzito.  She shares some great ideas on topics such as revising your resume, joining a social networking site, and researching the latest developments in your field.  (http://www.aarp.org/, January 24, 2011)   As well, Deborah Russell offers insights on A Winning Job Interview which includes a link to videos focused on Job Tips for 50+ Workers.  (http://www.aarp.org/, March 10, 2011)

An additional resource for the 50+ Job Seeker is the Lansing Community College Jobs Connection Workshop at the Capital Area Michigan Works! Lansing Service Center.  Onece per month, a Jobs Connection Workshop will be specifically tailored to meet more specific concerns of the experienced worker.  While it is not limited to the 50+ age group, it will provide more specific information to assist those looking to explore additional career opportunities.  For May, the next Jobs Connection Workshop with this special focus will be on Tuesday, May 31st from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m..  There is no charge for the workshop, and information and resources will be provided.

Russell, Deborah,  A Winning Job Interview:  Come prepared with questions and be ready to show off what you know, http://www.aarp.org/, Retrieved May 2, 2011.

Ianzito, Christina,  6 Tips to Job Hunting Online,  http://www.aarp.org/, Retrieved May 2, 2011


JOB BLASTS!:

Lansing Community College (Lansing):  To apply for any position at Lansing Community College, including Adjunct Faculty, visit our Jobs website at:  http://www.jobs.lcc.edu/
  • Admissions, Registration & Records Processing PT Support
  • Part-time Financial Aid Generalist
  • Head Volleyball Coach

Franklin Energy (Okemos):  Energy Engineer II,  MTB # 3062735

Cravings Gourmet Popcorn (Lansing):  Customer Service/Prod. Team Mbr. MTB #3063139

CATA (Lansing):  Director of Marketing,  MTB  # 3063396

Express Employment (Howell):  CNC Horizontal Mill Program Set up Operator,  MTB #3063619

Symmetry Medical Jet (Lansing):  Machinist,  MTB # 3063205

Ajay Badhwar & Assoc. (Lansing): Accounting Assoc.,  MTB # 3059745

Ingham County (multiple positions available):  To view these positions, go to the Michigan Talent Bank website and enter the Job Posting (MTB) number in the Advanced Search window.
  • Boat Launch Attendant (# 3038407)
  • Boat Rental Operator (# 3038406)
  • Dentist (# 3013696)
  • Disease Control Nurse (F/T):  (# 3064031)
  • Disease Control Nurse (P/T):  (# 3013699)
  • Fair Manager (# 3052883)
  • Family Nurse (# 2959163)
  • Health Center Nurse (# 3013700)
  • Lifeguard (F/T):  (# 3038420)
  • Lifeguard (P/T):  (# 3038417)
  • Medical Director/Physician (# 2959167)
  • Nurse Practitioner/Physician (# 3048262)
  • Park Ranger (# 3038404)
  • Park Security Officer (# 3038424)
  • Snack Bar Attendant (# 3038408)
  • Universal Deputy Roster ICSO (# 3048248)
  • Van Driver/Rental Operator (# 3038410)
  • Public Health Nurse (# 3013701)
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  1. AnonymousDecember 16, 2014 at 4:27 AM

    I've already read your job searching tips and I think this will help those many Australian job seeker to find their own job. Thanks for sharing this here because it really helps a lot.

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