Job Opportunities

This message includes information on upcoming hiring events, job opportunities, and employment trainings in the area.

WorkSource will be sponsoring a Healthcare Employer Panel & Medical Assistant (MA) Recruiting Event. Participating employers will include UW Physicians, Pacific Medical Centers, Neighborcare Health, Northwest Hospital, and Swedish Hospital.  This event will be held on Wednesday, April 16th, from 9:30am-12pm (9:30-10:40 panel & 10:45-12 recruiting session) at WorkSource North Seattle/OCE&E on the North Seattle Community College campus. The address is 9600 College Way North, Seattle.  Registration is required for this event and can be completed at worksourcenorth.eventbrite.com.  For more information, call 206-440-2500.

ProLango Consulting Co. will be holding a career mixer which enables job seekers and hiring companies to form relationships.  Unlike job fairs, they discourage elevator pitches and/or handing out resumes and instead promote the philosophy of developing strong sustainable relationships. Both companies and candidates have benefited from these mixers and many candidates have found employment as a result of attending these events.  To attend, please register at prolango.com.  It will be held on Tuesday, April 8th from 5pm to 8pm at City University of Seattle.  The address is 521 Wall Street #100, Seattle, 98121.  For more information, contact Jason Flores at 206-334-6854 or jason@prolango.com.

Hyatt is hiring for a number of positions at their Bellevue location.  Positions include: room attendant/ housekeeper, front office agent, catering administrative assistant, human resources manager, front office supervisor, housekeeping supervisor, on-call server, part-time greeter, facilities mechanic, and cook. To search and apply for jobs, visit jobsearch.hyatt.com

Marriot is hiring for a number of positions at several locations in and around Seattle.  Positions include: cook, housekeeper, server, breakfast attendant, among others.  Locations include: Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond, and Renton.  To apply, visit jobs.marriott.com.  For more information, call 206-443-5000.  

Starbucks Roasting Plant in Kent is hiring for quality assurance technicians, process operators, and automation specialists. To apply, visit starbucks.com/careers.

The Northgate Branch of the Seattle Public Library will be holding a class on Job Search Basics.  Participants will learn to develop a successful job search plan and learn about resources for job searchers. Topics covered will include: adjusting to unemployment, developing a work plan for a successful job search, where to find free training and career counseling, networking for interviews, and job search resources.  This will be held on Friday, April 4th, from 3 to 5 p.m. at 10548 5th Ave NE, Seattle, 98125.  Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. For more information, call 206-386-1980.

Want to see more job openings? 

Check out our sources:

Mayors Office for Senior Citizens Job List (3/27/14)
Job Leads! WorkSource King County Business Services Blog
WorkSource Job Fair & Hiring Event Calendar

Or try these job search sites:

Beehive  Craig's List  Glass Door  Indeed  Jobaline  Monster  NWjobs

Free Tenant Rights Workshop 4/1 4:30-6:30 at Bellevue City Hall

Want to know more about your rights as a renter? Wondering how to get your deposit back or request a repair? Would you like to know how the new changes in the laws impact renters? Solid Ground Tenant Counselors are hosting a FREE Rent Smart Workshop for the community next Tuesday, April 1st, 4:30-6:30pm, at Bellevue City Hall.

At this tenant’s rights workshop, they will provide information about the landlord-tenant laws in Washington State and discuss the laws and ordinances that apply throughout the housing search process, move-in, during tenancy, move-out and eviction. Bring your questions!

Since there is no agency that enforces the Residential Landlord-Tenant Act in our state, it is largely up to tenants to understand the laws and know their rights in order to take appropriate action to effectively enforce them. They will talk about some tips and best practices for renters to help you assert your rights and have a successful tenancy – whether you are signing a rental agreement, requesting repairs or have questions about your privacy rights.

Especially with recent changes and additions to the laws, challenging situations can arise for tenants. There are remedies available to tenants if a landlord is not complying with the laws, but tenants have to know those remedies are available in order to use them. Knowing the laws and what steps to take, tenants can take action to correct the problem.

If you would to attend the workshop, please RSVP to the Solid Ground Tenant Services Workshop & Advocacy Line at 206.694.6748 or email tenantwa@solid-ground.org.

Free Rent Smart Workshop 
Tuesday April 1st, 4:30- 6:30 pm
Bellevue City Hall
Room 1E-112
450 110th Ave. NE, Bellevue, 98009

To get there, you can take any bus to Bellevue Transit Center, such as the 271 or 550. If driving, the visitor parking entrance is located on 110th Avenue

For more information, visit the website www.solid-ground.org/Tenant or call the Tenant Services Hotline 206.694.6767.

Transition Resource Fair Friday 3/28 at New Holly

We want to let you know about the Transition Resource Fair this Friday the 28th At New Holly Learning Center from 9 to 2. The fair is for anyone struggling to adapt to return to normal living, particularly those with a criminal history or who are trying to escape a life of alcoholism or addiction.

Transition Resource Fair is sponsored by Community Partnership for Transition Services. Service providers in attendance will have information about resources ranging from legal aid, housing opportunities, employment preparation, job search skills, child support, telecommunications and more. There will be keynote speakers from 9 to 10.

In order to get the most possible out of the resource fair, please bring the appropriate paperwork with you (if applicable):

• Driver’s license and/or photo identification
• DOL driving abstracts
• Child support paperwork
• Any relevant legal documents
• DD214 for Veterans
• Social security card/number
• Resume

Transition Resource Fair

Friday, March 28^th
7058 32nd Ave S,
Building 7058, 2nd Floor, Room 205
Seattle, 98118

9am – 2pm

New Holly Learning Center

For more information contact Rebecca Judy at 206-962-7265 or email rebecca.judy@p-h-s.com.

Job opportunities this week

This message is about a number of upcoming employment opportunities.

The YWCA Basic Food Employment and Training Program (BFET) program works with job seekers and students that are receiving DSHS basic food in King County. BFET program will assist with Case Management, Job Search Assistance, Job Readiness that includes Resume, Cover Letter, Interview Tips, Reference Page and Thank You Letter Format, Resources, and Life Skills that's includes Money Management, CPR/First Aid, etc. To learn more, contact Larissa Lincoln, YWCA BFET Employment Specialist at 206-336-7000.

Goodwill is having a Hiring Event Thursday, March 27, 2014  10am – 1pm at WorkSource Downtown YMCA, Second Floor, 2024 Third Avenue, Seattle 98121. They are hiring for Sales Associate, Production Associate and Material Handler. Part-time to full-time positions at $10.00 per hour. Please contact csimpson@esd.wa.gov  with questions or for further information.

First Student is hiring for multiple school bus drivers to work 25 to 35 hours per week.  No CDL experience is needed and the employer will train qualified candidates.  Must have a valid state driver's license and 3 years driving experience. No more than 2 moving violations and/or 2 minor accidents within the past 36 months. Hiring events on Thursday, March 27th 10:30am – 1pm at WorkSource Rainier at 2531 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, 98144 and Tuesday, April 1st 10:30am – 1pm at WorkSource Renton at 500 SW 7th Street, Renton, 98057.

Prince telecom is having a Hiring Event for multiple Cable Installation Technicians, Friday, March 28th 1 – 3pm at WorkSource Auburn at 2707 I Street NE, Auburn, 98002. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record is required. All candidates must reserve a seat to the hiring event by contacting lcorwin@esd.wa.gov.

There is a Hiring Event for Safeco Field Friday, March 28, 4 – 6pm at Seattle Vocational Institute, Room 102, 2120 South Jackson Street, Seattle, 98144. Open Interviews are being held for part- time seasonal positions available now for Concession Workers, Cooks, and Stand Assistants. For a referral and special instructions on how to apply, please contact your nearest WorkSource office in person or email csimpson@esd.wa.gov.

Sears is hiring sales associates and Cashiers in Seattle and Lynnwood. To apply to all positions: visit jobs.sears.com.

An update on the free healthcare Job Training Programs at the Community Colleges from last week: If you, or someone you know are looking for free job training in the Healthcare Field, food stamp recipients can access a free short-term job training program at the Seattle Community Colleges through the Neighborhood House Healthcare Career Pathways Program. Contact the Navigator for the College you’re interested in to attend a monthly orientation. For Seattle Central Community College, Highline Community College, North Seattle Community College or Shoreline Community College contact Cindy Holland at 206-422-4701, cindyh@nhwa.org. For South Seattle Community College or Seattle Vocational Institute contact Kat McGhee, 206-788-6951, kathrynm@nhwa.org.

Want to see more job openings? 

Check out our sources:

Mayors Office for Senior Citizens Job List (3/13/14)

Job Leads! WorkSource King County Business Services Blog
WorkSource Job Fair & Hiring Event Calendar

Or try these job search sites:

Beehive  Craig's List  Glass Door  Indeed  Jobaline  Monster  NWjobs

Financial Fitness Tips

Here are some financial tips from Solid Ground’s Financial Fitness Boot Camp. We will be sending out financial fitness tips like this a couple times a month from now on.

Spring is almost here, and it’s a good time to get a checkup regarding your financial fitness.

Ask yourself a few questions:

• Are you experiencing anxiety around your bills and payments from the holidays?

• Are you preparing your taxes or at least thinking about it? (April 15th is just around the corner!)

• Are you tracking your spending using a budget or spending plan?

• How much are you saving each month for emergencies?

Well, the above sounds like a lot to do and can be stressful. From the questions above, make a list, or what we refer to as a “Financial Fitness Action Plan”. Prioritize what is most important to you and write a statement explaining why it is important to you.  Next, decide what your action steps will be to meet that objective.  Who will you contact for information or clarification? Make sure you have a pen and paper when calling so you can write down who you spoke to and what you spoke about.

It’s close to tax time. Don’t fret- there are many sites that can prepare your taxes for free. Get all of your documents together so that your time and the preparer’s time will be well spent. To find a free tax preparation site near you, call 2-1-1 and tell the operator that you want information about free tax preparation services. Or text the word TAX and your 5-digit zip code to 313131 or e-mail EITC@uwkc.org or visit uwkc.org/taxhelp.

You might say that you don’t have enough money to save.  Well, start with $5 - the point is “just do it!”

We would also like to remind you about Financial Resource Day, this Saturday 3/22 from 10-3 at Rainier Community Center at 4600 38th Ave. S in Seattle, where you can get help with managing your finances, preparing taxes, searching for a job, signing up for public benefits and more.

We would like to invite you all to call the Financial Fitness Boot Camp at either (206) 694-6739 or (206) 694-6776 and make an appointment to come and see one of Solid Ground’s financial counselors.  They can pull your credit report for free; teach you how to develop a budget/spending plan; and teach you how to read your credit report and what to do if you need to dispute an item.  They would be happy to assist you with whatever you want to focus on to help you reach your financial fitness goals! Don’t delay, call today!  

Health Insurance Open Enrollment Ends March 31st

Have you signed up for health care coverage yet? OPEN ENROLLMENT ENDS MARCH 31, 2014!

The next deadline to apply, select and pay for a Qualified Health Plan is March 23 at 5 p.m. for coverage effective April 1, 2014.

Health plans purchased by 11:59 p.m. on March 31 will be effective May 1, 2014.

The next Open Enrollment period will be November 15, 2014 to February 15, 2015.

It is important to know that there is no limited enrollment period for Washington Apple Health (formerly known as Medicaid).  This means you can enroll at any time.  This is also true for those enrolling in the Small Business Health Options Program.  American Indians/Alaskan Native and Indians eligible for services through an Indian health care provider may also enroll throughout the year. 

Washington Apple Health is the new name for Medicaid.  If you have income below 138% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) and are between the ages of 19 and 65, you may qualify for free Apple Health insurance.  138% of the Federal Poverty Level is approximately:
-$1,321 a month: single person
-$1,783 a month: family of 2
-$2,246 a month: family of 3
-$2,708 a month: family of 4 
-$3,171 a month: family of 5
-$3,633 a month: family of 6
-$4,095 a month: family of 7-$4,557 a month: family of 8 

There are several different ways to enroll: 

1.     Though the website at Washington Healthplanfinder.  The web address is www.wahealthplanfinder.org.  This is the fastest way to receive your eligibility determination for free or low-cost coverage.

2.     With in-person assistance.  There will be in person assisters, also known as navigators, who can help you enroll if you are not able to complete the on-line application on your own. If you live in King County, you can find an in person assister near you by going to the King County Public Health website.  The web address is www.kingcounty.gov/coverage. If you live outside of King County, you should contact the Customer Support Center at 1-855-923-4633 as soon as possible. Or you can go the www.wahealthplanfinder.org and click on the Customer Support link in the upper right-hand corner. 

3.     Over the phone: you can call the toll free customer support center at 1-855-923-4633. Call center business hours will be 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.  Help will be available in up to 175 different languages. Please be aware that customers should anticipate longer than average wait times.

4.     Find an enrollment event.  If you live in King County, you can find an enrollment event near you by visiting the King County Public Health website.  The web address is www.kingcounty.gov/coverage.  If you live outside of King County, you can find an enrollment event by going to the Washington Health Benefit Exchange website.

When you are ready to apply, make sure to have the following information available:

1.     Your household monthly income

2.     The Social Security numbers and dates of birth for each member of your household.

3.     Your immigration information, if that applies to you.

After the March 31 deadline, you can enroll in a Qualified Health Plan through Washington Healthplanfinder only if you have certain life events that allow you to qualify for a special enrollment period.  Qualifying life events that create a special enrollment period include:

1.     Getting married

2.     Giving birth, adopting, or placement of a child

3.     Permanently moving to a new area that offers different health plan options

4.     Losing other health coverage (for example, due to a job loss, divorce, loss of eligibility for Medicaid or CHIP, expiration of COBRA coverage, or a health plan being decertified).

5.     For people already enrolled in Washington Healthplanfinder coverage, having a change in income or household status that affects eligibility for health insurance premium tax credits or cost-sharing reductions.

Beginning in 2014, most people will be required to purchase health insurance or pay a fine.  For individuals, the penalty will start at $95 a year, or up to 1% of income, and increase to $695, or 2.5 percent of income, by 2016.  For families, the penalty will be $2,085 or up to 2.5 percent of household income.


The ACA exempts several groups from the individual mandate.  Exemptions can be filed for religious, financial, and other reasons.

Job opportunities this week

This message is about a number of upcoming hiring events, job openings, and employment training opportunities... 

Are you or someone you know looking for free job training in the Healthcare Field? You can access FREE short-term job training program at the Seattle Community Colleges through the Neighborhood House Healthcare Career Pathways Program! They can support the following programs: Nursing Assistant Certified, Medical Assistant, Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Technologist and Surgical Technologist. If you are receiving Basic Food benefits and do not possess an AA or BA degree you may qualify for additional supports though Neighborhood House. If you are interested in participating in this program, please contact the Navigator for the College you’re interested in below to attend one of our monthly orientations! For Seattle Central or Highline contact Cindy Holland at 206-422-4701 or cindyh@nhwa.org. For North Seattle or Shoreline contact Kalena Sanchez, 206-832-9639 or kalenas@gnhwa.org.

Lowes hardware is hiring for numerous customer service associates and cashiers at their Auburn store, and also has a number of openings at their Seattle, Issaquah and Renton stores.  To apply for all positions visit www.lowes.com/careers

CVS pharmacy is opening a new store in Renton and is hiring cashiers and retail positions. To apply visit www.cvscaremark.com/careers

PCC natural markets is hiring for more than 30 positions including Courtesy Clerk, Baker, Deli Helper Clerk, Meat Cutter and more. To apply, visit www.pccnaturalmarkets.com/jobs.

Trident Seafoods is hiring for more than 40 positions including Administrative Assistant, Carpenter, Electrician, Laborer, Mechanic, production, Safety, Ship fitter. To apply visit http://tridentseafoods.com/careers.

Sheraton hotel is hiring for over 20 positions including cashier, dining server, front desk agent, Bartender, Cook, Bell Captain and Banquet server. Apply at www.starwoodhotels.com/careers.

The Greater Seattle Career Fair is Thursday, March 20^th from 11am – 2pm at The Seattle Pavilion - Next to Key Arena at 2nd Ave. N & Thomas St. in Seattle, 98109. Meet Face to Face with the Hiring Managers from some of the best employers in the greater Seattle area. You can save time, money and effort interviewing with dozens of local companies in one day and at one location.  The recruiters at this event have many job titles they need to fill. For a list of job titles, maps and a line pass, visit www.ChoiceCareerFairs.com.

The Seattle Career Fair is Tuesday, March 25 from 6 – 8pm at the Sheraton Bellevue Hotel at 100 112th Avenue NE, Bellevue, 98004. Meet face to face with multiple decision makers hiring for sales, business development, marketing, retail and sales management professionals across many industries. Many companies are attending, and it’s free to attend for job seekers. Business professional attire required. Bring at least 10-15 copies of your updated resume. Sponsored by United Career Fairs. For more information call 847-428-1118.

Want to see more job openings? 

Check out our sources:

Mayors Office for Senior Citizens Job List (3/13/14)

Job Leads! WorkSource King County Business Services Blog
WorkSource Job Fair & Hiring Event Calendar

Or try these job search sites:

Beehive  Craig's List  Glass Door  Indeed  Jobaline  Monster  NWjobs

Financial Resource Day 3/22 @ Rainier Community Center

Do you need help with managing your finances, preparing taxes, searching for a job or signing up for public benefits? Come to Financial Resource Day on Saturday, March 22^nd from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Rainier Community Center, 4600 38^th Ave. S in Seattle.

Sponsored by the City of Seattle and the Financial Empowerment Network/Seattle-King County, Financial Resource Day is a one-day event that combines workshops, one-on-one counseling, and other financial services, offered by a wide array of professional partners. The event features:

•        Credit and debt counseling
•        Financial planning and investment advice
•        Free tax preparation
•        Housing counseling
•        ID theft prevention advice
•        Legal assistance on bankruptcy and consumer rights
•        Help with college financial aid
•        Education and employment resources
•        Advice on building a growing a business.

All services are free!

Financial Resource Day also helps residents connect to many public programs and benefits. Through a partnership with Public Health – Seattle & King County, for instance, attendees can sign up for health care through the Washington Health Finder network. Senior Services staff will be there to provide information about programs that support independent living for seniors. Staff from the Utility Discount Program will be on hand to help people determine if they are eligible for discounts on their utility bills. ConnectUp will also be there to help people apply for phone and internet discount programs.

Child care, interpretation and other accommodations are available upon request. E-mail info@skcabc.org.

For more information on Financial Resource Day and what information to bring to the event, please visit skcabc.org/FinancialResourceDay

FINANCIAL RESOURCE DAY

SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 2014

10 AM TO 3 PM

RAINIER COMMUNITY CENTER

4600 38TH AVE S SEATTLE

METRO BUS ROUTES 7, 39 AND 42

Job opportunities this week

This message is about a number of upcoming hiring events, job openings, and employment training opportunities.  

CertainTeed Gypsum is recruiting qualified candidates for 20 full time Production Operator openings. Starting pay rates begin at $14.69/hr and include full benefits. Job application sessions for this position are every day until Friday, March 14th from 9am- 6pm each day except on Wednesday and Thursday when it closes at 3pm.  This is being held at the WorkSource Connection Site on the South Seattle Community College - Georgetown Campus. The address is 6737 Corson Avenue South, Building B, Room 124, Seattle, 98108. Registration is not required for these sessions. For more information, contact Anita Scheer at 206-934-5359.

Mobius Industries is hiring for a number of positions in Bellevue, Everett, Seattle, Tukwila, and Tacoma.  These positions include Kitchen Manager, Computer Game Tester, Technicians, Production Workers, and Warehouse Workers. For more information, visit mobiusllc.net/jobseekers. For more information, call 425-558-1690. 

Lowe’s is currently hiring for several positions located in and around Seattle.  Positions include: Customer Service Associate, Sales Specialist, Store Seasonal Employee, and Unload Associate.  To learn more about these positions, visit lowes.com/careers.  

Planned Parenthood is hiring for Clinic Assistants and Call Center Representatives in Seattle.  To apply to these positions, visit www.ppgnw.org/jobs.  Interested candidates can apply on the website or submit a resume to jobs@ppgnw.org.  For more information, call 206-328-7734.

Highline Public Schools are looking to fill over 50 positions including: Kitchen Helpers, Bus Monitors, and Custodians.  For more information, visit highline.schoolwires.net. For more information, call 206-631-3000

WorkSource Redmond will be holding a Mock Interview Session with Employer Guests.  Employers will conduct mini mock interviews with each person.  This will be held on March 19th from 1pm-3pm.  The address is 7735 178th Place NE, Redmond.  Registration is required. Email Denise Barbour at dbarbour@esd.wa.gov and use the email subject line "Redmond Mock Interviews." For more information, call 425-861-3700.


The North Seattle WorkSource will be holding a Career Coach Workshop which will allow you to explore any occupation in depth.  You can find wages, hiring trends, job descriptions, and local job listings. There will also be a resume building tool available. This event will take place on March 17th from 9am to 11am at 9600 College Way N, Seattle, 98103.  For more information, call 206-440-2500.  

Want to see more job openings? 

Check out our sources:

Mayors Office for Senior Citizens Job List (3/5/14)

WorkSource Job Fair & Hiring Event Calendar


Or try these job search sites:

Beehive  Craig's List  Glass Door  Indeed  Jobaline  Monster  NWjobs

Job opportunities this week

This message is about a number of job opportunities in the Greater Seattle area.

Free registration for Goodwill job training classes is going on now at their Seattle Training Center in a wide range of subjects, including Computers, GED Preparation, English for Speakers of Other Languages, and Retail and Customer Service. Classes are held several days a week, mostly in the mornings. Registration is open March 3rd to 7th for the March 17th class session. You must register for classes before the session begins. To sign up for free classes call  (206) 860-5791. You can also stop by their office to speak with them one-on-one to find the best class for you.  The address is 700 Dearborn Place S, Seattle 98144. For more information, call (206) 860-5791 or email elizabeth.acorda@seattlegoodwill.org.  

WorkSource Auburn will be holding a hiring event for various entry level positions. Participating employers have entry-level jobs in the following areas: healthcare, general labor/warehouse, customer service retail, food service/hospitality, sales, and janitorial/housekeeping.  There will be at least 11 employers present.  Registration is required and can be completed at worksourceauburn.eventbrite.com.  This event will be help on Tuesday, March 11th, from 1 to 3:30pm at 2707 I Street NE, Auburn, 98002.  The phone number is (253) 833-0102.

Safeway is looking to fill the following positions: Grocery Clerk, Front End Service Food Clerk, and Starbucks Clerk. They have openings in a number of locations across King County.  Applicants are also encouraged to go to the store and introduce themselves to the store recruiter in order to speed up the hiring process. This is Safeway’s new process of hiring.  Visit careersatsafeway.com to find all open positions in the area.

Bright Horizons is hiring for a Part-Time Temporary Cook, Spanish Teacher, Substitute Teacher, and a number of other teaching positions in the Seattle and Kent area.  All open positions can be viewed and applied for at brighthorizons.com/careers.  

Peoples Bank is hiring for Financial Services Representatives (Tellers) for their Mill Creek location.  To apply, print the Peoples Bank application and bring it into the Mill Creek Branch or scan and send the application to human.resources@peoplesbank-wa.com.   The address for the branch is 15506 Main Street, Suite 105, Mill Creek, 98012.  The phone number is (425) 385-2624. 

The Seattle Public Library will be holding a workshop series on cover letter writing geared toward teens and young adults.  This event is titled Get a Job! Career Series: Cover Letters 1.  At this workshop, you will learn how to structure and develop your cover letter.  The program will take place on March 10th, from 6:30 to 7:30pm.  It will be held in the Teen Room at the Ravenna Eckstein Community Center which is located at 6535 Ravenna Ave. N.E., Seattle 98115.  This program is free and requires registration.  Call (206) 684-7539 to reserve a spot in the class.  The second class in this series will be held on March 12th at the same time and at the same place.

Want to see more job openings? 

Check out our sources:

Mayors Office for Senior Citizens Job List (2/24/14)

WorkSource Job Fair & Hiring Event Calendar


Or try these job search sites:

Beehive  Craig's List  Glass Door  Indeed  Jobaline  Monster  NWjobs