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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES





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*Upcoming Hiring Events:*

("Details at ""www.mainecareercenter.gov" [ [link removed] ])

*Date(s)*



*Region*



*Event*

     

Oct. 2



Portland



Portland CareerCenter 1st Wednesday Hiring Event [ [link removed] ]



Oct. 2



Virtual



UPS Virtual Hiring Event [ [link removed] ]



Oct. 10



Virtual



Virtual Event: Maine Game Warden Information [ [link removed] ]



Oct. 10



Bangor



Hiring Event: Northern Light Acadia Hospital [ [link removed] ]



Oct. 11



Augusta



Walk-In Hiring Event and Veteran Resource Fair [ [link removed] ]



Oct. 15



Augusta



Hiring Event: Riverview Psychiatric Center [ [link removed] ]



Oct. 15



Portland



Westbrook Community Job and Resource Fair [ [link removed] ]



Oct. 16



Brunswick



Hiring Event: Brunswick Career Center & Southern Maine Community College [ [link removed] ]



Oct. 16



Springvale



Hiring Event: SCAE [ [link removed] ]



Oct. 17



Lewiston



Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Hiring Event and Resource Fair [ [link removed] ]



Oct. 23



Bangor



Hiring Event: Homeless Veteran Stand-down [ [link removed] ]



*Department of Labor Jobs: Highlights*

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"PFML Accounting Specialist" - Multiple Vacancies, Augusta. Closing Date:  Oct. 1

"PFML Auditor II" - Multiple, Augusta. Closes: Oct. 1

"Blindness Rehabilitation Specialist", Portland, Closes: Oct. 1

"Office Associate II", Closes: Oct. 6

"Office Associate II", Augusta, Closes: Oct. 2

"Orientation and Mobility" Instructor, Portland, Closes: Oct. 22

"Rehabilitation Counselor I" – Portland, Closes: Oct. 7

"Rehabilitation Counselor II" – Portland, Closes: Oct. 3

"Rehabilitation Counselor II" – Lewiston, Closes: Oct. 3

"Rehabilitation Counselor II" - Youth – Machias, Closes: Oct. 3

"Rehabilitation Counselor II" - Youth – Lewiston, Closes: Oct. 3

"Rehabilitation Counselor II" – Houlton, Closes: Oct. 2

"Rehabilitation Counselor II" - Bangor - Multiple, Closes: Oct. 2

**Highlights of Jobs By County*:*

*ANDROSCOGGIN COUNTY*

"Personal Banker" [ [link removed] ] at KeyBank in Auburn JP1129627

"Laundry Aide/Worker" [ [link removed] ] at First Atlantic Healthcare in Lewiston JC261466563

*AROOSTOOK COUNTY*

"PT Package Center Supervisor" [ [link removed] ] at UPS in Presque Isle JC264843155

"Administrative Specialist CL2" [ [link removed] ]": Health Center "at University of Colorado in Presque Isle JC266015504

*CUMBERLAND COUNTY*

"Front Office Associate" [ [link removed] ] at Insight Imagining, in Portland JC1129575

"Senior API Integration Standards Architect" [ [link removed] ] at IDEXX Distributions, Inc. in Westbrook 1131474

*FRANKLIN COUNTY*

"Infant Toddler Teacher" [ [link removed] ] at Community Concepts Inc. in Farmington $18/hr. 1100924

"Pharmacy Customer Service Associate" [ [link removed] ] at Walgreens in FARMINGTON JC262656335

*HANCOCK COUNTY*

"Manicurist" [ [link removed] ] at Witham Family Hotels in Bar Harbor JC256449625

"Banquet Server" [ [link removed] ] at Witham Family Hotels in Bar Harbor JC264060458

* KENNEBEC COUNTY*

"Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)" [ [link removed] ] - Per Diem – Hillside Terrace of Hallowell at Woodlands Senior Living LLC in Hallowell JC258417325

"Customer Service Account Associate" [ [link removed] ] at T-Mobile in Oakland 1072073

*KNOX COUNTY*

"Clinical Educator - Training & Development" [ [link removed] ] at MaineHealth in Rockport 1131395

"Deli/Bakery Team Associate" [ [link removed] ] at Walmart in Thomaston, $19-25 p/hr. JC263842870

*LINCOLN COUNTY*

"Travel Home Health RN job" [ [link removed] ] in Newcastle - Make at Aya Healthcare, Inc. in Newcastle JP1129666

"Line Worker 1/C (T&D), 2/C, 3/C acceptable - R-09760-" [ [link removed] ]"4685 "at AVANGRID Service Company in Wiscasset JP1127985

*OXFORD COUNTY*

"Customer Service Representative" [ [link removed] ] at FirstLight Fiber in Norway JC262851891

"Director Residential Care" [ [link removed] ], Full Time Days, Rumford Community Home at Central Maine Medical Center in Rumford JC266069247

*PENOBSCOT COUNTY*

"Staffing Specialist" [ [link removed] ] at PeopleReady in Bangor JC264228004

"LP Technician" [ [link removed] ] at Dead River Company in Brewer JC263812540

*PISCATAQUIS COUNTY*

"Emergency Medical Technician" [ [link removed] ] at Northern Light Health in Dover Foxcroft JC265677156

"Physician- Emergency Medicine" [ [link removed] ] at Northern Light Health in Greenville JC264959286

*SAGADAHOC COUNTY*

"General Service Technician" [ [link removed] ] at Monro Muffler/Brake in Topsham JC265960898

"Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)" [ [link removed] ] at CACI International in Bath JC261611965

*SOMERSET COUNTY*

"CDL Truck Driver - Roll Off" [ [link removed] ] at WM in Norridgewock JC265379397

"Yard Receiver/Driver" [ [link removed] ] at Alamo Group Inc. in Skowhegan JC261385848

*WALDO COUNTY*

"Technician Outside Combination" [ [link removed] ] at Consolidated Communications Enterprise Services I in Morrill 1123680

"Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist" [ [link removed] ] at Assistance Plus in Belfast $17.75-17.75/hr. JC257815933

*WASHINGTON COUNTY*

"Fraud Investigator" [ [link removed] ] at State of Maine in Machias Job Posting JC266017638

"SALES FLOOR ASSOCIATE" [ [link removed] ] at Dollar Tree in Calais JC247028758

*YORK COUNTY*

"Programs Sr. Manager (Hybrid" [ [link removed] ]")", General Dynamics Armament Systems Inc., Saco JC1129585"Tax Associate" [ [link removed] ], H&R Block, Sanford JC264752366






COMMUNITY RESOURCES





COMMUNITY



*Free English language program for New Mainers* [ [link removed] ]

*The Penobscot Bay Language School* offers weekly online ESL classes via Zoom. These classes are held once a week for 60 minutes at various levels. In addition to the online classes, in-person conversation classes are available as a supplementary opportunity for enrolled students to practice what they have learned. The Penobscot Bay Language School also offers in-person community classes and tutorials in Rockland, ME from October 7th to November 8th.* *

*Personal Finance Foundations Part I: Budgeting and Emergency Funds* [ [link removed] ]

If you're still in the early stages of financial stability or already making strides towards retirement savings, it's important to ensure that you're fully utilizing these two essential tools to stay on course. Join FAME for insights into self-managed budgeting techniques and guidance on establishing and sustaining an emergency fund. Sign up for the event on October 4th.






TRAINING RESOURCES





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*Start Your Own Business at 50+*

*New Ventures Maine:*

Are you interested in joining a class for people over 50 who are seeking to enhance their financial situation? The choice to launch your own business can be both thrilling and overwhelming. Work for Yourself@50+ provides the necessary information for your success. This 90-minute workshop, led by our experienced team, will equip you with the knowledge, assistance, and tools required to make well-informed decisions about self-employment and take the initial steps toward a successful venture. For more information, please click here [ [link removed] ].

* **Virtual Statewide (Recurring): Creating A Winning Resume presented by the Maine CareerCenters (Workshop)*

Join us for a 90-minute virtual session on creating a winning resume, offered on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm. After the workshop, you can schedule a virtual meeting with a CareerCenter consultant to review your new resume and receive additional support. This workshop will cover writing a dynamic resume, targeting your qualifications to match employer needs, and making a great first impression with your resume and cover letter.

*Pre-registration is required.* To register, click on the Eventbrite link. 

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*The ServSafe® Food Manager Certification Course and Exam* is offered by the National Restaurant Association in collaboration with food service industry experts. For registration and additional details, please click here [ [link removed] ].

*The American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED* program equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively address cardiac, respiratory, and first aid emergencies. The diverse courses within this program enable individuals to provide immediate care to the injured or ill and determine if advanced medical assistance is necessary. To register and find more information, please click here [ [link removed] ].

*Accounting Fundamentals for Small Businesses* offered in partnership with MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education. For more information, please click here [ [link removed] ].






UPCOMING TRAINING AND EVENTS





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*Recovery Jobs for Beginners: Fall 2024* [ [link removed] ]

*Maine Rural Behavioral Health Workforce Center:*

This virtual workshop series, divided into five parts, aims to expedite individuals' entry into and advancement within behavioral health professions. Tailored for individuals with personal experience, affected individuals, and supporters, these workshops will offer comprehensive insights into careers related to recovery. This includes an overview of job roles, necessary qualifications and skills, as well as educational and career advancement opportunities within the field.

*A Beginner's Guide to Embracing Today's Technology* [ [link removed] ] (York Adult Education) is a course that offers a gradual, step-by-step approach to the fundamental technologies that can simplify and enhance your everyday activities. The course covers topics such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops, as well as an overview of email, texting, and chatting. Additionally, it includes guidance on navigating platforms such as Roku, Google, YouTube, Facebook, and online calendars. The course also delves into understanding voice assistants like Google, Siri, and Alexa, as well as using ZOOM, online banking, and shopping on Amazon. Participants will also learn best practices for passwords, logins, and safe browsing, along with how to identify and avoid online threats such as viruses, phishing, malware, ransomware, and more. The course will run on Tuesdays from October 22nd to January 28th, from 6:00-7:30 pm.

*The Women Lead program, *organized by the *Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center*, is a new entrepreneurship initiative focused on starting small businesses. If you know of anyone in your network who might be interested in applying, please share this information with them. For more details on how to apply, please click here [ [link removed] ].

*Tax Readiness for the Self-Employed (Online)* [ [link removed] ]

*New Ventures Maine:*

Discover effective strategies for managing your financial documentation, grasping your tax obligations, gaining familiarity with tax paperwork, and submitting your taxes with assurance under the guidance of our experienced team. This one-hour session is tailored for sole proprietors.

Key areas covered:

- Various tax types and associated responsibilities

- Practical bookkeeping pointers

- Completion of tax forms

- Insights for achieving success

Date: October 10, 2024

Time: 6-7 pm






REMINDERS AND OPPORTUNITIES





REMINDER BELL



Join the *Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center* for a session titled* "A Beginner's Guide to Writing a Business Plan"* on September 30th, 2024, from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Click here [ [link removed] ] for additional information.

*CareerCenter Resource Guide* [ [link removed] ]

Use this guide to help you explore all the resources available to help you look for a new job and advance your current career.* *

*MDOL Workforce Resources for New Mainers* [ [link removed] ]

The Maine Department of Labor and its statewide CareerCenters are dedicated to assisting you in accessing employment-related resources. Using the link below will provide you with information that you may find helpful as you prepare for, look for, and connect with quality careers in the state.* *

*Work Opportunity Tax Credit Program* [ [link removed] ]

The federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit program provides tax credits to businesses who hire Mainers facing serious barriers to employment, such as the long-term unemployed and justice-involved Mainers.  The program incentivizes hiring of populations who often watch from the sidelines while their neighbors thrive in the workforce.

*Competitive Skills Scholarship Program (CSSP)* [ [link removed] ]

The Competitive Skills Scholarship Program (CSSP) is currently accepting applications.

The Competitive Skills Scholarship Program (CSSP) offers funding and support services to eligible Maine residents to pursue two- and four-year degree programs or employer-recognized credentials that lead to high-wage, in-demand jobs within Maine. 

*O*NET* is a unique, powerful source for continually updated occupational information and labor market research. Explore occupations and search for jobs in Maine and across the US. [link removed]

*Resources for 55+ Workers: *[link removed]

*Maine CareerCenter:*

Workshops: [link removed]

Cover Letter and Resume Workshop: [link removed]

*The Center for Workforce Research & Information (CWRI):*

CWRI is a resource for labor market information for employers, job seekers, and other users. [link removed]






 
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Each of the centers across the state provides public computers with internet access, Microsoft Office, resume/cover letter writing software, and O*Net [ [link removed] ] software for personal skills assessment. 

Employers can list their open positions on Maine JobLink and use our online system which matches jobs with candidates. All CareerCenter services are provided at no charge to employers and job seekers. Veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service in all Department of Labor programs.








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