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CORRECTION
The Commerce City Job Fair is September 19.
The previous version had a typo in the date. Thank you for bringing it to our attention.
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This issue of the Commerce Connection focuses on the all important jobs market. |
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Commerce City Works Its Way Back
If you only look at the unemployment rate today, you wouldn't understand why Commerce City is feeling optimistic about the workforce - but Commerce City is experiencing the fastest recovery in the state.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Commerce City's unemployment rate today is 10.6%. Yes, that is higher than the national average (8.3%), the state average (8.2%) and the Adams County average (9.5%). And yes, statistically Commerce City has the fourth highest unemployment rate in the state (tied with Brighton) and exceeded only by Pueblo, Fountain, and Grand Junction.
But... the community is working its way back from a painful high of 16.6% in March of 2010. The city's unemployment rate has dropped more than 30% since its peak in 2010 - the fastest improving metro area in the State of Colorado - showing Commerce City's workforce is resilient and heading in the right direction.
The #1 question we get is why did the unemployment rate get so high?
There are numerous reasons; however, the easiest trend to recognize was the impact of the recession on the construction industry. One of Commerce City's largest employment sectors is construction, and with the economic recession causing drastic declines in new development, the city's workforce was hit hard.
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Workforce Development program
National economists emphasize that any city's pursuit for quality jobs will fail without a strong education, training and workforce development program. So in March of 2012, the Commerce City Economic Development Business Advisory Committee formed a special taskforce to research the local workforce and develop programs to attract and grow quality jobs for our residents.
The Workforce Development Taskforce has brought together business, education and development experts to specifically address the growing needs of our community.
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Employ Commerce City! JOB FAIR
ALL Commerce City businesses are highly encouraged to participate in this city-wide job fair, focused on connecting local employers with local job seekers!
When
Wednesday, September 19, 2012, 8 a.m. - Noon
Where
Commerce City Recreation Center
6060 E. Parkway Dr.
What
8 a.m. Registration
9 a.m. - Noon Workshop
- Resume Writing & Critiquing
- Career Pathways
- Employer Expectations
- Digital & Interpersonal Communications Skills
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Job Fair
Why Participate
Screen candidates for existing or future job openings.
Introduce your company as a desirable place to work
Opportunity to rapid-hire highly qualified applicants
Support your community by helping lower the local unemployment rate.
How
Fill out the registration packet and mail or email it to the Economic Development offices at:
Commerce City Economic Development
7887 East 60th Avenue
Commerce City, CO 80022
c3ed@c3gov.com |
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Adams County Workforce & Business Center
Did you know that Commerce City has one of the lowest participation rates with the Adams County Workforce and Business Center?
The Adams County Workforce & Business Center is an excellent resource, matching the needs of employers to the talent living in the community.
The center offers computer skills training, job searches, career consulting, resume writing, face-to-face interviewing skills, as well as:
* Career Coaching
* Skills Assessment
* Job-specific training
* Computer tutorials
* Job referrals and placement
* Use of computers, telephones, fax, copy machines and voicemail
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Business & Investor Appreciation Event
Join Commerce City for the 5th Annual Business & Investor Appreciation Event & Business Resource Fair!
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
4:30 - 7 p.m.
Buffalo Run Golf Course Pavilion
15700 E. 112th Ave.
The annual appreciation event and business fair provides businesses an opportunity to connect and share what it takes to redefine business in Commerce City. Whether you're a business pioneer or just entering the market, this is the event to attend!
RSVP today! Call 303.289.3620 or send an email to c3ed@c3gov.com.
Nominate a business for one of the city's annual awards!
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Sincerely,
Commerce City Economic Development Division
City of Commerce City
7887 E. 60th Ave
Phone:303-289-3620
Fax:303-289-3688
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Upcoming Events 2012
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Commerce City Job Fair
Wednesday, September 19
9 am - 1 pm
Business and Investor Appreciation Event
Tuesday, September 25
4:30 - 7 pm
SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES Before You Sign the Business Lease Wednesday, September 12 1 - 4 pm
Start-Up Basics
Monday, August 20 6 - 9 pm
Business Plan Basics
Tuesday, September 11 6 - 9 pm
Financing Your Business
Thursday, September 06
9 am - noon Estate Planning For Small Businesses
Friday, August 17 11 am - 1 pm
Good Boss? Or Great Boss?
Wednesday, September 1 9 am - noon
Sales & Use Tax 101 Wednesday, August 15 1 - 4 pm
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Look who just moved in! | |
Fred Meyers Jeweler
4G Wireless
Berzerk Bot
Golf Cars Incorported
Wabash National Trailer Center
Neff Rental
Amigo TV
Summit Graphics
Holly Frontier Refining
Aeroflight Services
United Rental
Foresight Products
Regional District Council Training
King Soopers
Belle Creek Holding LLC
Locations and contact info |
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