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North Central Wisconsin Workforce Development Board
WDA 6 - Workforce News Bulletin
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| Congratulations to NCWWDB's 2012, WIA Excellence Award recipients. Pictured from left to right are: WIA Dislocated Worker Program Participant of the Year - Lynnette Gardner of Wausau; WIA Adult Program Participant of the Year - Edward Borysiak of Mosinee; and WIA Youth Program Participant of the Year - Elizabeth Bowen of McNaughton. Click HERE to read Lynnette's, Edward's, and Elizabeth's stories! |
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Welcome to the North Central WI Workforce Development Board's September - 2012 issue of Workforce News Bulletin.
In This Issue:
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 Let's Celebrate! October is Manufacturing Month - Wisconsin, along with much of the nation, currently faces a workforce paradox - unemployment rates higher than most current workers can remember, and manufacturers limited by their ability to find skilled workers. This October, the Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce (WMC) Foundation is promoting manufacturing as a viable career in Wisconsin.
As the workforce shortage in manufacturing takes center stage the WMC has taken the lead in providing statewide resources to local communities, chambers, schools and employers.
There are many facility tours including the NCWWDB sponsored Heavy Metal Tour at Nicolet Area Technical College on October 10th (see Bruce Trimble's column below) and presentations planned in communities throughout the month of October dedicated to celebrating the industry that made Wisconsin the powerhouse it is today.
Founded in 1911, the WMC is the state's chamber of commerce
and largest business trade association representing more than 3,500 employers of every size and from every sector of the economy. Click for more information on Manufacturing Month in October. Back to top
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 Creating Solutions to Workforce Issues -
Workforce issues are the topic of discussion and at the forefront of conversations I've had with employers in our WDA. The two most often mentioned areas are a lack of applicants with the skill sets employers are looking for, as well as the workforce they need in years to come. NCWWDB just hosted a program to address the immediate needs and has another event scheduled aimed at addressing the long term workforce issue.
NCWWDB, in partnership with the statewide WWDA Business Services group, held a seminar for area employers aimed at addressing the current shortages. The program, presented by Melanie Holmes of Manpower, discussed Teachable Fit, a concept that can be utilized to increase the pool of applicants for a specific position.
NCWWDB and its partners are hosting an event aimed at increasing the future manufacturing workforce in our region. The event, named the Heavy Metal Tour, will be held on October 10, 2012 in Rhinelander.
Nine school districts in northern Wisconsin will be sending over 350 students. By bringing youth, parents and school officials together to view today's manufacturing processes and environment, the sponsor's intent is to increase interest and awareness to the careers available and earning potential of these career paths. Read entire article HERE. Back to top
For more information about NCWWDB's Employer Services, call Bruce Trimble at 715-204-1647 or email at: btrimble@ncwwdb.org.
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 Did you Know - October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month? Held each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is a national campaign that raises awareness about disability employment issues and celebrates the many and varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities. This year's theme is "A Strong Workforce is an Inclusive Workforce: What Can YOU Do?"
NDEAM's roots go back to 1945, when Congress enacted a law declaring the first week in October each year "National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week." In 1962, the word "physically" was removed to acknowledge the employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities. In 1988, Congress expanded the week to a month and changed the name to "National Disability Employment Awareness Month."
To learn more about the What Can You Do? initiative go HERE.
For more information about NCWWDB's Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) program contact Disability Resource Coordinator, Patty Branton at
715-347-3537 or email at: pbranton@ncwwdb.org. NCWWDB's DEI program is helping people with disabilities solve the employment puzzle.
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 Career Spotlight - CNC Operator Profile By Ali Konkel, NCWWDB Research & Planning Specialist
Did you know that there are over 200 Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operators in the North Central Wisconsin Workforce Development Area? Find out more about these workers and what it means to be a CNC operator in this month's Career Spotlight. This is the second in a nine month series spot-lighting careers in the Health Care, Manufacturing, and the Transportation fields. Our monthly profile contains information on average wages, and local training programs that can help you prepare for a career in one of the top industries in the area.
Next month we will explore the wonderful world of Welding! Get CNC profile HERE. Back to top
For more information on labor market and workforce data contact Ali Konkel at 715-204-1648 or email at: akonkel@ncwwdb.org.
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 Central Wisconsin Job Fair - Potential Employers Looking for Variety of Skills - Hundreds of job seekers turned out for a Job Fair in Wisconsin Rapids on September 26, and they obviously face a lot of competition. Finding a job in this market can be very hard, especially for those who've been laid off or who've just finished college.
But job seeking experts say there are certain things you can do to stand out. "Employers are telling us that team building, communications skills, and listening are really important. And they're seeing employees who come in that don't really have those skills," Corey Anfinson, LETC Employment and Training Specialist with the Wisconsin Job Center said.
And on top of that, the application process has changed as well. "In this market, you can't just walk into a place anymore and have that personal contact. So the Job Fair is a great time for them to get their face out there," Anfinson said. Read entire article HERE or view the video HERE. Back to top
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WDA 6
Statistics Report
August 2012
The August 2012 Wisconsin unemployment rate was
7.1%. The rate remains below the national unemployment rate of 8.2 percent for August.
August 2012
Between July and August all counties in the NCWWDB region decreased, with the most significant decreases seen by Lincoln county (down 1%) and Wood county (down .9%). Three counties continue to have unemployment rates over 9%. They are: Adams (9.2%) Forest (9.5%) and Lincoln (9.4%). Portage County's rate of at 6.8% remains the lowest in the area.
WorkNet & DWD
Menominee County's unemployment rate is the highest in the state at 21.9% while Dane County's rate of 5% makes it the states lowest.
There were 3 *WARN notices given in WDA 6 during the period of
January 1, 2012 thru
September 14, 2012.
*WARN is a required communication for those employers with 50 or more employees. Employers with fewer than 50 employees may have laid people off during this time. |
WIA
Training Report
Program Year 2012
From July 1, 2012 to September 14, 2012, NCWWDB served 169 Youth, 168 Adults, and 1,054 Dislocated Workers in WIA Title 1 funded programs.
Special Training Projects:
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WDA 6 Job Center
Workshops Calendar
Check out what's being offered FREE in your local Wisconsin Job Center!
Click here to view calendar
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For more information contact:
Gary Albrecht, 715-261-8726
Thursday, October 18, 2012
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
VFW Post 388
388 River Drive, Wausau
Conference
WEDA
2012 Regional Fall Conference
Wisconsin's Economic Development Toolbox
October 17 - 19
Marketing for Economic Development: Getting Your Message Through the Noise. Your website is your best marketing opportunity! Learn about trends, tools, and resources for evaluating and enhancing your website. Learn specific best practices related to developing and promoting Economic Development websites.
Register HERE
NAWDP Youth Symposium
2012 NAWDP Youth Development Symposium Crowne Plaza
Chicago O'Hare Hotel November 14-15, 2012
Pre-conference sessions will be held on November 13th. Over 550 participants from across the nation are expected to attend the 2012 Youth Symposium. In addition to the outstanding pre-conference workshops with Jodi Sue Kelly and Eric Rowles being offered at the 2012 Youth Development Symposium, the event also highlights two passionate and insightful plenary speakers. Seeing...and Hearing...is Believing!
Register HERE
Newsletter
WWDA
The Wisconsin Workforce Development Association (WWDA) is the organization that promotes, enhances, and serves the interests of local workforce investment agencies and system partners in Wisconsin. WWDA represents the eleven Workforce Development Areas who administer the federal Workforce Investment Act (WIA) programs, as well as other federal, State and local workforce development initiatives across Wisconsin. Click HERE for the September 2012 WWDA Newsletter.
 For more information on WWDA click HERE.
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WDA 6
Job Center usage report reflects measured statistics comprised of the total number of clients utilizing the resources and core services available at the Adams; Marshfield; Rhinelander; Wausau; & Wis. Rapids
Job Centers each month.
August 2012:
- Total Clients - 4,608
- New Clients - 442
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Agency Visit - 1,365
(e.g. W2, WIA, etc.)
- Military Vet/Eligible Spouse - 285
- Job Search JCW - 1,747
- Resume/cover letter - 30
- Job Search other - 486
- Career Exploration - 146
* Depending on the number of services utilized per visit, clients may be included in
more than one measure.
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Recruitment & Retention Tools for Employers
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