Audioclips: KC Regional Workforce Summit

KC Regional Workforce Summit

Kansas / Missouri

June 27 2012

Kauffman Foundation

Sponsored By: Mid-America Regional Council

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Welcome Remarks

Frank Lenk, Director of Research, Mid-America Regional Council (MARC)

Emcee Beth Vaughn, KSHB-41 NBC Action News

Keynote Presentation, Bruce Stephen, Monster, Inc.

 

Panel Discussion: Meeting the Needs of Industry

[ One ]        [ Two ]

Pete Fullerton, Director, KC Economic Development Corp.

(we're in a continuous learning environment 20:55, youth entrepreneurship 21:23)

Debbie Goodall, Metropolitan Community College

(need to focus more on innovation)

Marvin Hunt, KCK Community College

(need for better coordination among agencies, foundations, govt and companies )

Dwight Kasperbauer, University of Kansas Hospital

Clyde McQueen, Missouri Full Employment Council (WIA)

(need for organic training models & work-based learning experiences)

Neal Sharma, Digital Evolution

(need for IT talent, preference for 1099 work, etc)

Panel Discussion: Aligning Education with Employers' Hiring Requirements 

[ One ]        [ Two ]

Laura Evans, Cerner Corp.

Dr. Kathleen Boyle Dalen, PREP-KC

Kevin Truman, UMKC Dean for School of Computing

(need for developed core-skills curriculum and soft-skills)

Kelly Gernhart, Johnson County Community College

(IT industries see the need to move from desktop development applications, to web-based development technologies; i.e. mobile application development, )

Elaine Metcalf, Summit Technology Academy

Mike Stradinge, Holland 1916

(need for strong baseline skills & knowledge, and ability to problem solve; not narrow skill-sets)

Susan Wally, PREP-KC*

Moderator*

What's Happening in Kansas City? An Overview of Programs and Resources

Scott Anglemyer, Kansas Workforce Partnership (WIA)

(need for work-based learning experience for youth & adult)

Caleb Asher, Kansas Dept. of Commerce, Workforce Services (CDL Bill in Kansas Senate)

Amy Sublett. MO Division of Workforce Development

(veteran hiring incentives)

Moving Forward

Frank Lenk, Director of Research, Mid-America Regional Council (MARC)*

(Workforce Investment Act)*

(federal funded training programs based on industry need and income eligibility)

Recorded & Shared By:

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IBSA, Inc.

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www.streetsuniversity.org

"A Kansas Nonprofit Organization"

"In  a  global  economy  where  the  most  valuable  skill  you  can  sell  is  your knowledge, a good education  i s  no  longer  just  a pathway  to  opportunity,  it  is a  pre-requisite"

Request for Information on Strategies for Improving Outcomes for Disconnected Youth

On June 4, The Department of Education, on behalf of the Federal Interagency Forum on Disconnected Youth, published a Request for Information in the Federal Register on strategies for improving outcomes for disconnected youth.  The RFI can be found at http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2012-06-04/pdf/2012-13473.pdf.  The President's FY 2013 Budget (FY 2013 budget) included a request for authority to implement ''Performance Partnership Pilots'' that would improve outcomes for disconnected youth. In order to inform the Administration's development of that initiative, the RFI seeks recommendations on effective approaches for improving outcomes for disconnected youth by working across Federal, State, and local community programs and systems that provide services to disconnected youth. The input received will inform the deliberations of the Federal Interagency Forum on Disconnected Youth about the best use of the authority requested in the FY 2013 budget for the Performance Partnership Pilots and on other actions the Administration might take to improve outcomes for disconnected youth. Please note that responses must be received by July 5, 2012.  White House Opportunity:  Help Shape Performance Pilots on Disconnected Youth   As you may know, the White House recently released a Request for Information (RFI) on Strategies for Improving Outcomes for Disconnected Youth. The Forum has been working closely with the White House on this RFI. We want you to have a chance to get your questions answered and to hear directly from the White House about the information that they're hoping to receive from states and localities. Questions? Contact Us

Kansas Surplus Property: Cars just arrived

            PLEASE CONTACT ME VIA EMAIL SO THAT I CAN TAKE YOUR REQUESTS IN THE ORDER I RECEIVE THEM! THANK YOU!

 

FPVS892-2008 CHEVY IMPALA LS-BLUE-25,270 MILES-$13,500

 

FPVS893-2008 DODGE AVENGER-BLUE-26,742 MILES-$12,500

 

FPVS896-2008 CHEVY IMPALA LS-BROWN-29,931 MILES-$13,500

 

Lori Myers

Kansas/Federal Surplus Properties Manager

LESO 1033 Coordinator

2830 SW Kanza Drive

Topeka, Kansas 66606

Office: (785)296-8990

Fax: (785)296-4060

Email: Lori.a.Myers@da.ks.gov

www.da.ks.gov/surplus 

Car Wash Fundraiser - Topeka

Car Wash Fundraiser Event

 

Saturday - June 30, 2012

10:00am - 2:00pm

Location: AmeriCar Wash

SE 6th & Branner

(one block east of the Ramada)

Tickets: $6.00 to be used in the automatic wash bay

For the benefit of the

Heavenly Visions Foundation Photography Students'

Trip to Washington, DC

 

Help the youth of our community raise money for their

Washington, DC trip where they will receive

an educational experience that will last a lifetime 

 

Purchase your TokeNotes Today 

(Please note that TokeNotes can be used anytime, not just on June 30th)

DONATIONS ARE ALSO APPRECIATED!

 

Contact

Renee Wiggins at 785 220-4544

or

Yolanda Taylor at 785 608-3291

 

Jobs Alert - Heartland Park Topeka

Are you interested in working at one of the Midwest's premier racing facilities?  Or, do you know someone who would? 

If so, Heartland Park Topeka is seeking quality candidates for the following positions:

 

POSITION: SEASONAL MAINTENANCE STAFF

This position reports to the Facilities & Operations Manager. Key duties will include, but not limited to standard maintenance and repair of the facility's structures and contents, grounds grooming as well as various tasks to support production of racing events. 

 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidate must be dependable
• Candidate must be able to work independently
• Candidate must work well with people
• Candidate must have a valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Skill trade background helpful

WORK DAYS/HOURS: 

5 days per week, 40 hours per week (some weekend and evening work required)

 

PAY:

$8.00/hr. to start with opportunity to advance for the right candidate

 

AVAILABILITY:  

Positions available immediately.

 

APPLY:  

To apply, visit the Heartland Park Topeka administrative offices to complete an application on weekdays between 8 a.m and 5 p.m.

 

These positions are posted on our web site with a link 

to download an application.

Topeka Transit Job Openings - Custodian

Employment opportunities:

Custodian

Topeka Metro is accepting applications for a Part-time Custodian.  This position is responsible for all custodial cleaning duties for the building facilities and fleet vehicles when necessary.  Applicants must have a valid driver's license, be at least 18 years of age, able to pass a background check, drug screen and physical, and be available to work evening hours.  Prior custodial experience is preferred.

Download the Custodian application forms here:  Custodian Application   Applicant Characteristic Survey

To apply, submit your completed application forms to the following address NO LATER THAN JUNE 22, 2012:

Topeka Metro
201 N. Kansas Ave.
Topeka, KS  66603

 

Bus Operator

Topeka Metro is accepting applications for Bus Operators to provide safe and courteous public transit service.  Full-time and Part-time positions are available.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

*  Possess or ability to obtain a Class B CDL with air brakes and passenger endorsements
*  Able to pass a DOT physical
*  Able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen
*  Able to operate all revenue vehicles in fleet
*  Knowledge of or ability to learn city streets and bus routes
*  Able to work various shifts, including split shifts, weekends, and overtime when required
*  High school diploma or GED required
*  Verifiable steady work history
*  Training wage: $10.89/hr.; After 30 months: $18.15/hr.

Download the Bus Operator application forms here:  Application Bus Operator       Applicant Characteristic Survey

To apply, submit your completed application forms to the following address:

Topeka Metro
201 N. Kansas Ave.
Topeka, KS  66603

"In  a  global  economy  where  the  most  valuable  skill  you  can  sell  is  your knowledge, a good education  i s  no  longer  just  a pathway  to  opportunity,  it  is a  pre-requisite"

President Barack Obama 

Address   to  Joint   Session   of   Congress

 February 24, 2009

Open Positions at Hollywood Casino - Kansas City KS

Below is a list of open positions at Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway. Please feel free to share with anyone interested.  All candidates should be directed to our website at www.hollywoodcasinokansas.com to submit an application/resume.

 

 

Accounting Manager

BEVERAGE SERVER-FULL TIME

COFFEE BAR ATTENDANT-PART TIME

COUNT ROOM CASHIER- PART TIME

DUAL RATE POKER DEALER- FULL TIME

STEAKHOUSE COOK 1-FULL TIME

STEAKHOUSE COOK 2- FULL TIME

SURVEILLANCE LEAD AGENT-FULL TIME

TABLE GAMES DEALER- FULL TIME

Please Let me know if you have any questions!

 

 

Victoria Hewitt-Burns

Human Resources Coordinator

Hollywood Casino Kansas Speedway

Office: 913.288.9407

victoria.burns@pngaming.com

website: www.hollywoodcasinokansas.com

 

 

IBSA, Inc.

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"A Kansas Nonprofit Organization"

Kansas Surplus: Vehicles available

PLEASE EMAIL WITH ANY INTEREST IN THESE VEHICLES SO I CAN TAKE YOUR REQUESTS IN ORDER OF TIME RECEIVED, THANK YOU!

 

*VANS*

FPVS882-2004 CHEVY VENTURE LS-SILVER-46,466 MILES-$7500

 

*TRUCKS*

FPVS838-2003 CHEVY 2500 UTILITY-64,596 MILES-WHITE-$11,000

 

FPVS871-2006 FORD F150 XL 4X4-GREEN-62,575 MILES-$14,750

 

FPVS863-2005 FORD F150 4X4-G OLD-54,282 MILES-$13,000

         

 

*SUVS*

FPVS847-2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER-GOLD-57,198 MILES-$10600(3^RD SEAT)

FPVS876-2005 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT 4X4-WHITE-39,296 MILES-$11,500

FPVS883-2007 DODGE DURANGO SXT 4X4-SILVER-64,376-$13,000

FPVS887-2004 FORD EXPLORER XLS 4X4-GOLD-29,916 MILES-$9500

 

 

Lori Myers

Kansas/Federal Surplus Properties Manager

LESO 1033 Coordinator

2830 SW Kanza Drive

Topeka, Kansas 66606

Office: (785)296-8990

Fax: (785)296-4060

Email: Lori.a.Myers@da.ks.gov

Promoting self-employment among people coming home from prison

The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation granted support to the Prisoner Reentry Institute at John Jay College of Criminal Justice to convene a series of Conversations between experts in the fields of entrepreneurship, criminal justice and workforce development, including academics, practitioners, funders, policymakers and formerly incarcerated entrepreneurs.  

During these Conversations – held in New York, NY and San Diego, CA in Fall 2006 – participants identified challenges and opportunities, grappled with complex questions regarding program design and sustainability and produced innovative ideas for a national initiative promoting self-employment among formerly incarcerated individuals.  The discussions were rich and productive, and the ideas they generated serve as the conceptual framework for this monograph. 

The monograph is designed to develop a vocabulary with which criminal justice and microenterprise representatives can effectively communicate, to address skepticism about the viability of entrepreneurship for this population and to equip both fields with the knowledge and tools to develop and sustain projects without reinventing the wheel.  It begins with a background containing key information, terminology and statistics on the criminal justice system, entrepreneurship and microenterprise development.  It then introduces five opportunities for facilitating successful reentry with entrepreneurship.  These opportunities are infused with relevant research, case studies and examples, as well as profiles of thriving businesses founded by formerly incarcerated entrepreneurs.  

Finally, it provides a set of practical tools for the development of pilot projects and initiatives: resources for leveraging funding streams; contact points for state and local agencies that must be at the table to launch and sustain an effective project; and ideas for innovative program design provided through profiles of programs currently customizing business development services for people with criminal records.  

Promoting self-employment among people coming home from prison will be challenging; it will require creativity, perseverance and the ability of professionals across fields to break down cultural barriers to build productive relationships.  However, the inspiring stories and examples shared in this monograph demonstrate the potential that an initiative represents for individuals returning home from prison, their families and our communities.  We hope the information, strategies and tools contained within will serve as a catalyst for the conversations that must occur to truly take advantage of this potential.  

http://www.jjay.cuny.edu/VenturingBeyondtheGates.pdf 

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Audio: State of African Americans In Kansas (Wyandotte KCK)

Kansas African American Affairs Commission  

Congressional District 3

State of African Americans In Kansas - 3D Event

Held on Thursday, May 31, 2012
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Kansas City Kansas Community College
7250 State Ave. Rm:Auditorium

Opening Remarks

Dr. Mildred Edwards, Executive Director (KAAAC)

Remarks by Commissioners - Chiquita Coggs

Remarks by Angela Scott, data collection, statistical analysis, methodology 

district3kaaac3devent1.mp3 

Baseline Survey Results / The Data

Remarks by Commissioners - Chiquita Coggs, 

Remarks by Commissioners Veronica Knight - Schools & Opportunity

Recognition of Commissioners Jamie Clark
district3kaaac3devent2.mp3

Criminalization & Social Justice Breakout Session 

district3kaaac3devent3.mp3

district3kaaac3devent4.mp3

Read-out from each participating groups per session

Criminalization & Social Justice

district3kaaac3devent5.mp3

Schools & Educational Opportunities

district3kaaac3devent6.mp3

Closing Remarks - Future Signature Projects & Initiatives

Dr. Mildred Edwards, Executive Director (KAAAC)

Remarks by Commissioners - 

district3kaaac3devent7.mp3

The Kansas African American Affairs Commission 

Dr. Mildred Edwards, Executive Director

900 SW Jackson, Suite 100 

Topeka, Kansas 66612 

Phone: 

Office - (785) 296-4874

 

KAAAC@KS.GOV

www.kaaac.ks.gov 

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