Job Opportunities this week

This message is about upcoming hiring events, job opportunities, and career trainings in the area. 

The Downtown Seattle WorkSource Affiliate will be holding a hiring event for security officer positions. This event will be held on May 22nd from 10am to 1pm on the second floor of the YWCA Opportunity Place. The address is 2024 3rd Avenue, Seattle.  Candidates must be prepared with information regarding their employment history from the past seven years, 5 personal (unrelated) references, and education history.  For more information, call 206-436-8600.  

United Career Fairs will soon be holding the Seattle Career Fair in Bellevue.  At this job fair you will be able to meet face-to-face with multiple decision-makers hiring sales, business development, marketing, customer service, retail, and sales management professionals across many industries.  Participants must submit a resume to pre-register by visiting unitedcareerfairs.com and clicking on “Seattle Sales Career Fairs” at the bottom of the page.  This event will be held on May 28th at 6pm at the Sheraton Bellevue Hotel. The address is 100 112th Avenue NE, Bellevue, 98004.  Attendees should dress in business professional attire and bring 10-15 copies of their resume if possible.

Bartell Drugs is hiring for a number of positions around King County.  Positions include: Second Assistant Manager, Warehouse Assistant Manager, Pharmacy Assistant, Cashier/Clerk, among others.  To view a full list of open positions, visit bartelldrugs.com/bartell-careers.  For more information, call 1-877-227-8355.  

Target is hiring for a number of positions in Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond. Positions include: Sales Floor Team Member, Backroom Team Member, Cashier Team Member, Presentation Team Member, Cart Attendant Team Member, among others. To see full descriptions and to apply, visit jobs.target.com/search/seattle. 

The High Point Branch of the Seattle Public Library will be holding a class on Craigslist Basics.  Attendees will learn techniques to help them find or sell items and search for housing and jobs. This class will be held on Sunday, May 25th from 1pm to 2:30pm at 3411 S.W. Raymond St,
Seattle, 98126. Registration is required. Visit the High Point Branch or call 206-684-7454 to sign up. Class prerequisites include the ability to use the Internet and an active email account.

The Downtown Seattle WorkSource Affiliate will be holding a Homeless Intervention Project (HIP) Orientation.  HIP is an employment and job training program that helps homeless individuals find and maintain full-time employment through job counseling, case management, and training. If you are homeless and motivated to work full-time, this orientation can assist with job searching, retention, training and education, work clothing, and tools.  This orientation will be held on Tuesday, May 27th from 10am to 11am at  2024 3rd Avenue, Seattle.  Registration is not required but it will be first come, first served.  For more information, call 206-436-8600.

Want to see more job openings? 

Check out our sources:

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

Latina Health Fair: Saturday 5/17

If you or someone you know are seeking free health services and information, I want to let you know about the 12^th Annual Latina Health Fair, this Saturday, May 17th from 10 to 2 at South Park Community Center.

Sea Mar Community Health Centers is hosting a health and resource fair on Saturday, May 17^th at the South Park Community Center located at 8319 8th Ave S., Seattle, WA 98108.  The fair will take place inside the community center from 10am to 2pm.  The fair will offer a variety of free health screenings such as Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Dental, Diabetes, BMI, Infant & Child Developmental Screenings and HIV testing. Women will also have the opportunity to participate in health education consultations and visit the resource fair.

Come enjoy free food, health screenings, resource information, children’s activities and more!

And remember, receiving important screening tests and routine care is one step you can take to live a healthier life!

Job opportunities this week

This message is about upcoming hiring events, job opportunities, and career trainings in the area. 

First Step is a free one-quarter certificate program in Business Information Technology that can jumpstart your career as an office professional. This program is run collaboratively by YWCA, South Seattle College, and Seattle Jobs Initiative. Eligible graduates will receive job placement/retention and internship development assistance.  Eligible participants will be provided with tuition, books, and transportation assistance. For more information, contact Beth Ramsey at 206-336-6979 or bramsey@ywcaworks.org.

The YWCA Career Pathways Program presents a free two quarter training in Medical Business Information Technology.  Students will learn valuable skills and gain 198 hours of internship experience during the 2nd quarter.  Course also includes resume and cover letter development, job readiness, and assistance with education and career planning.  Seattle residents who meet income eligibility will be provided with tuition and books assistance, job search and retention upon completion of program. Transportation costs are also provided. For more information contact Beth Ramsey at 206-336-6979 or bramsey@ywcaworks.org.  

DESC Connections is hosting a Career Fair that will include several local hiring programs. Bring your resume and be prepared to meet with company representatives. Resume assistance and mock interviews will also be offered.  This event will be held in the Bertha Landes Room at Seattle City Hall on Thursday, May 22nd from 10:00am to 12:00pm. The address is 600 4th Ave, Seattle 98104. No sign-up necessary. For more information, call 206-515-1555 x3410.

WorkSource will be holding an Apprenticeship Fair with 15 different participating programs focused on areas such as Building & Construction Trades, Electrical Trades, Manufacturing & Aerospace Trades, and many more.  You will have the opportunity to meet apprenticeship staff; tour apprenticeship programs; and learn about employers who are hiring apprentices from these programs.  This event will be held on May 21st from 12:30 to 3pm at South Seattle College Georgetown Campus which is located at 6737 Corson Avenue South, bldg. C, Seattle, 98108. Space is limited. Register at apprenticeshipfair.eventbrite.com.  

WorkSource Business Services is working with Amazon to help recruit approximately 200 part-time Fulfillment Associate positions at their new Kent site. The Fulfillment Associate position will require a number of production-related responsibilities. Applications are accepted online only at workatamazonfulfillment.com.

Pioneer Human Services is hiring for a number of positions in Seattle. Positions include: Food Service Worker, Administrative Assistant, Utility Worker/Dishwasher, Dog Handler, and many more.  You can apply online by visiting pioneerhumanservices.org. For more information, call 206- 251-7533 or email jobs@p-h-s.com.

Want to see more job openings? 

Check out our sources:

Mayors Office for Senior Citizens Job List (5/8/14)
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

Job Opportunities This Week

This message is about upcoming hiring events, job opportunities, and employment trainings in the area.

The 35th Annual Washington Women in Trades Fair is an opportunity to find out about living wage jobs in the trades and an opportunity to connect with recruiters. Many exhibitors are ready to hire. The fair will be held at the Seattle Center on May 9th from 9am to 2pm.  For more information, visit wawomenintrades.com.

WorkSource will be holding a Hospitality Employer Panel & Recruiting Event which includes a facilitated panel discussion and then the opportunity to meet one-on-one with employers at recruiting tables. Participating employers include Washington State Convention Center, Aramark, Hilton, and Pineapple Hospitality. Due to limited space, only those who pre-register will be admitted into the session. You can register at worksourcedowntown.eventbrite.com.  This event will be held on Tuesday, May 13th from 1 to 3:30pm at WorkSource Downtown Seattle. The address is YWCA Opportunity Place, 2024 3rd Ave, Seattle. 

Puget Sound Security is hiring for security officers, site supervisors, patrol drivers, and radio/dispatch personnel in the Seattle area.  You can complete an online application by visiting pugetsoundsecurity.com. For more information and other openings, call 425-454-5011.

Management Services Northwest is hiring for a number of cleaner and landscape technician positions in the Seattle area.  You can apply online by visiting msnw.org/employment. For more information, email information@msnw.org or call 360-366-4600.

Sea-Tac Airport is currently hiring for hundreds of positions in several areas of the airport.  Hiring companies include McDonalds, Alaska Air, Alamo, Anthony’s, Double Tree, Gate Gourmet, Port of Seattle, The Body Shop, and many more.  To see a full list of the jobs available, visit airportjobs.org.  For more information, call 206-787-7501.

FareStart is a free culinary job training and placement program. The FareStart program leads to a job that fits you.  The program includes 16 weeks of hands-on culinary training in working professional kitchens; help finding a job; coaching to become successful in your work; and support services for personal needs.  To get started, attend an orientation on any Tuesday morning at 9:30am.  These trainings take place at 700 Virginia Street, Seattle, 98101.  For more information, visit farestart.com or call 206-443-1233. 

WorkSource Auburn will be holding an Aerospace Career Pathways Workshop.  This will be a lecture style session that covers job search strategies for the aerospace industry.  Learn how to access over 300 employers and tips for submitting your application to Boeing. This will be held on Monday May 12th from 9 to 11:30am at 2707 I St. NE, Auburn, 98002.

Want to see more job openings? 

Check out our sources:

Mayors Office for Senior Citizens Job List (5/1/14)
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

Correction: Fresh Bucks started May 3rd and will continue through December

Oops, we forgot to update the dates in yesterday's message - the Fresh Bucks program started last Saturday 5/3 and will continue through December (not July through October, like last year). You can learn more about the Fresh Bucks Farmers Market EBT matching program at the Fresh Bucks webpage. 

Fresh Bucks 2 for 1 at Farmers Markets

If you or someone you know could use help affording fresh fruits and vegetables this season, I want to let you know about the Fresh Bucks program, which provides matching funds for food stamp users buying fruits and vegetables at local farmers markets.  It supports people on food stamps getting fresh produce instead of packaged foods (which can be easier to access and cheaper, but less healthy) and stretches your food budget, while supporting local farmers. If you use SNAP, here's more info on how to use the program.

The Fresh Bucks program provides up to a $10 bonus match, for a minimum of $10 of EBT benefits redeemed, at participating Seattle-area Farmers Markets:

The program is available at all 16 Seattle farmers markets and 2 farm stands including:

NORTH	Wallingford – Wed, 3:30-7pm, N 50th St & Meridian Ave (Opens 5/28)
	Lake City – Thurs, 2:30-7:30pm, NE 125th St & 28th NE (Opens 6/12)
	Phinney – Fri, 3-7pm, N 67th St & Phinney Ave N (Opens 6/6)
	U-District – Sat, 9am-2pm, University Way & NE 50th St (OPEN YEAR ROUND)
	Ballard – Sun, 10am-3pm, Ballard Ave & 22nd Ave (OPEN YEAR ROUND)
CENTRAL	First Hill (NEW!) – Mon, 10am-2pm, Seneca St & Terry Ave (Opens 6/16)
	City Hall – Tues, 10am-2pm, 4th Ave between James & Cherry (Opens 6/17)
	Pioneer Square – Wed, 10am-2pm, Occidental S & S Washington (Opens 6/18)
	South Lake Union – Thurs, 10am-2pm, Terry Ave N & Harrison St (Opens 6/19)
	Queen Anne – Thurs, 3-7:30, Queen Anne Ave & W Crockett (Opens 6/5)
	Madrona – Fri, 3-7pm, Grocery Outlet, MLK & E Union St (Opens 5/16)
	Pike Place – Fri-Sun, 10am-4pm, Pike Place Market (Opens 6/20)
	Magnolia – Sat, 10am-2pm, W McGraw St & 33rd Ave W (Opens 6/7)
	Capitol Hill Broadway – Sun, 11am-3pm, Broadway Ave & E Pine St (OPEN YEAR ROUND)
SOUTH	Columbia City – Wed, 3-7pm, S Edmund St & 37th Ave S (Opens 5/7)
	High Point Farm Stand – Wed, 4-7pm, 32nd Ave SW & SW Juneau St (Opens 7/12)
	New Holly Farm Stand – Fri, 4-7pm, 42nd S & S Rockery (Opens 7/10)
	West Seattle – Sun, 10am-2pm, 44th Ave SW & SW Alaska St (OPEN YEAR ROUND)

Two more farmers markets in King County are also participating:

• Shoreline – Sat, 10am-3pm
• Vashon Farmers Market – Sat, 10am – 2 pm

When you swipe your EBT card at the farmers market info booth, you will be given up to a $10 bonus match for a minimum of $10 of EBT you use at the market.  For low-income individuals, cost is a barrier to eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. Fresh Bucks helps reduce that burden while supporting the local economy.

• Find the Fresh Bucks sign at the Market’s Info Tent
• Swipe your benefits card and receive matching funds in Fresh Bucks currency
• Buy more fresh fruits and vegetables

For more information visit wafarmersmarkets.com/freshbucks or email freshbucks@wafarmersmarkets.com.