Lan Su Chinese Garden ... FREE Admission

Start the new year out with a cultural excursion:

To kick off 2013 and a year full of events, Lan Su Chinese Garden will open Saturday, January 5 through Saturday, January 12, with no cost for admission (general admission is regularly $9.50). The garden shop expands into a garden pavilion to offer a dazzling display of Chinese New Year items in preparation for the beginning of the Year of the Snake on February 10.

Visitors can also escape the cold with tea in the cozy teahouse, which keeps garden hours and does not require reservations.

In the new year ...

What plans have you made with regards to your personal job search in the new year?  Do you have a focus?

• Make your goals SMART.  If you need help, ask.
• Keep a job search log, it reminds you where you have been plus gives you a means of tracking your goals.
• Do SOMETHING 5 days a week.  No job search vacations.
• Ask for help when you have a question.  Most of your peers can assist you, if not ... make an appointment and we will work through it together.
• Job Club is "worth it".  We meet EVERY Wednesday morning at 8:30am at the Employment Access Center.

So many of you have heard me say, so this is a repeat ...

I am here to walk beside you;
I am not walking ahead of you, pulling you along;
I am not walking behind you, pushing you along.

This is your job search. 

Best Wishes as we end this year.
cindy B.

Winter Green Markets

Winter market season is upon us.

Beaverton Farmers Market debuts its first-ever winter market in February. The Beaverton market will operate from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. the first and third Saturdays of February, March and April (Feb. 2, 16, March 2, 16 and April 6 and 20), at 12455 S.W. Fifth St., Beaverton.

It will feature produce, prepared food and live music.

Separately, the Portland Farmers Market opens its winter market Jan. 5 at Shemanski Park in the South Park Blocks.

The market operates from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays Jan. 5 to Feb. 23.

Portland Business Journal // Wendy Culverwell covers real estate, retail and hospitality.

Career Exploration

Job Club this week, we looked at career exploration tools. 

One of the easiest to use sites is OLMIS and you can explore both skills lists and career tools.  If you need assistance, feel free to ask the next time we meet at the Employment Access Center.

Milicruit changes

As of January 1, 2013 Milicruit will no longer host the Veterans Career Fair.

Over the past 12 months we have helped 10,059 veterans and military spouses find employment with participating companies, exceeding the goal for our 10,000 Jobs Challenge. We remain incredibly grateful for the opportunity to give back to those individuals who serve our country and the families that support them.

Thank you to all the organizations and companies that have supported our veterans through Milicruit's programs, and best of luck to those of you continuing your job search. For additional resources and support, please visit the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Sincerely,
The Milicruit Team

Learn About the Three Key Obstacles Veterans Face in Finding a Job

This is a video from the Warrior Transition Command and it speaks to the key obstacles veterans face in finding a job.

Try this link.

Project Assistant

Project Assistant

Entrix, Inc - Portland, OR

December 20, 2012

Company Ref # : 11-009211-0092

 

Job Description

Cardno ENTRIX is seeking to fill several temporary Data Entry Assistant positions for a large project based in our Portland office.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

1. Data entry  

2. Data QA/QC

Basic Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent

2. Three to five years of relevant experience in an office environment, especially in data entry

3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

4. Must be proficient in 10 Key and other data entry skills

5. Excellent oral and written communication skills

6. Detail-oriented; organizational skills

7. Local candidates only

8. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship

Desired Qualifications:

1. Self motivated; possess the ability to work in a fast paced office environment

2. Well-developed interpersonal skills

 3. Positive attitude, flexible, team-oriented approach, with the willingness and desire to work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team

4. Work ethic that recognizes the importance of punctuality and initiative

5. Previous experience in consulting firm

6. Understanding of economic and scientific data

Cardno ENTRIX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veterans Green Jobs

When I first looked at this, I thought it was just Wildland Firefighting and I did not believe any of the WHVRP candidates would be interested.

THEN: I read further.  Outdoor Conservation is also included. 

Because these positions include training as well as stipend, maybe someone would be interested.

Check it out here.

They also have jobs postings here.

**I did not do an exhaustive search.  I was looking for diversity of leads and positions potentially offered.

Volunteer Opportunities

Some of you have time to help with a single project, others have time when you could volunteer for a particular group.

In case you're looking for ways to serve over the holidays, or gearing up for MLK day, one great resource for finding opportunities:

Hands on Greater Portland

Perfect jobs, perfect companies

I told the Sister Warriors who attended WHVRP Job Club this morning we would work on some tasks to help them discover what jobs they might be best at ... some people call it: vocational testing.  I like the phrase: interest inventory.

If you are sure you know what you want to do, consider this list of questions:

1. Create a list of the 10 companies you would like to work for.
2. Research the company:
  a. Do they have any job opening?
  b. What is their policy on criminal backgrounds?
  c. Would you like to work in that environment/culture?
  d. Location (near a bus line? Will transportation be an issue?)
  e. Hours (do you have any restrictions?)
  f. What is the mission statement of the company?

Many times individuals apply at companies and have no idea what are the policies, environment/culture, location, or if the company is hiring.
**Some might be offended by the criminal background question.  Turn it around: do you have concerns about working with someone who has background issues?  And, where are those concerns based?

Community Request

Tis the time of year when Old Man winter begins to make his ways known. Many people are experiencing homelessness and need additional support from the community.  The following non-profits are in our immediate area and collecting goods such as blankets, socks or warm clothing that will go to individuals and families in need.

**DO NOT feel obligated!

Community Warehouse  [gently used linens] 3969 NE MLK Jr. Boulevard, Portland, OR 97212-1117

Saint Andre Bessette Catholic Church [adult men's/women's clothing, blankets, sleeping bags, backpacks; Mon-Fri, 11am-3pm] 601 W. Burnside Street, Portland, OR 97209 Portland Homeless Family Solutions 1838 SW Jefferson Street, Portland, OR 97201

Portland Rescue Mission - Burnside Shelter 111 West Burnside Street, Portland, OR 97209

Salvation Army Female Emergency Shelter [personal items] 11 NW 5th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209

Transition Projects Inc 665 NW Hoyt Street, Portland, OR 97209

Union Gospel Mission 3 NW 3rd Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97209

2012 Christmas Hot Meal Sites

December 20

Sisters of the Road -

Kids Day 10-2 133 NW 6th

For families with children

December 24

Sisters of the Road 133 NW 6th

City Team Ministries 4-6 526 SE Grand Ave

Portland Rescue Mission starts at 5:30 111 W. Burnside

December 25

City Team Ministries 9am- 5 526 SE Grand Ave

Open House 9-5

Union Gospel Mission 10-2 3 NW 3rd Ave

Lift Urban Portland 12-2 1972 NW Flanders St.

Temple Beth Isreal

Sno Cap 12-2 17808 SE Stark St. (Behind Church)

Potluck in the Park 1-4 YWCA- 1111 SW 10th Ave

(Main & Jefferson)

Imago Deli 3- 1302 SE Ankeny St.

St. Francis 3:30- 330 SE 11th

Blanchet House 5-6 310 NW Glisan

*Serving breakfast lunch and dinner 12/24 and 12/26

Portland Rescue Mission regular meals 111 W. Burnside

Farm Educator

I know at least one of the vets at the Martha Washington loves gardening.  And, one of the vets awaiting a bed is also a gardener. 

When does a hobby become an occupation?

Farm Educator / Zenger Farm : http://www.zengerfarm.org

Posted: 12/12/2012 - 1:05 pm

Location: Portland

Closing Date: 2/15/2013

Industry: Education

Type: Full Time

Description:
MISSION
Zenger Farm is a working urban farm that models, promotes and educates about sustainable food systems, environmental stewardship, community development and access to good food for all. For more information about Zenger Farm programs visit zengerfarm.org.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Farm Educator is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Education Director of Zenger Farm. The Farm Educator is responsible for teaching and assisting in the management of field trips, summer camps and school partnership programming. The Farm Educator assists in the management of youth education, interns and volunteers.

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES
• Teach and manage all aspects of on-site field trips. Including budgeting, scheduling, staffing, curriculum development, outreach, and maintaining supplies.
• Teach summer camp programming, develop and teach winter and spring break camp programming.
• Teach school partnership programming.
• Manage the Children’s Gardens.
• Manage service work projects with youth and adults on the farm.
• Coordinate with Zenger Farm staff to ensure a safe environment for all visitors to the farm.
• Assist in the management and recruitment of interns and volunteers.
• Track participant involvement in Youth Education programs.
• Evaluate Youth Education programs.
• Write reports and summaries of the Youth Education programs.

QUALIFICATIONS
• At least 2 years of experience teaching outdoor education programming.
• At least 2 years of experience developing outdoor education field programs, including summer camps and field trips.
• Experience working with youth and adults in service work projects.
• Intern and volunteer management experience.
• Experience in sustainable gardening.
• Flexible, self-directed, organized and goal-oriented. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, handle pressure well and have a sense of humor.
• A strong commitment to the mission of Zenger Farm.

Application Guidelines/Contact:
Please send resume and cover letter to Alice Froehlich at alice@zengerfarm.org by 5:00pm on February 15th, 2013. Please place “Farm Educator” in the subject line of the email.

Salary:
$30,000 to $34,000 annually. Zenger Farm offers an excellent medical, dental and retirement benefits package and paid time off

Application Url:http://www.zengerfarm.org/open-positions

PHC Northwest

 Courier/Shredder Driver #PHI25

Portland

PHC is seeking a courier driver with 3 years experience with route delivery. The primary responsibility is the pick-up and delivery of items to be processed from the customer site to main campus or in between multiple customer sites.

Qualifications:

High School graduate. Must be able to read and write in English. Able to provide excellent customer service, maintaining and meeting a schedule. Knowledge of Portland Metro delivery area. Perform routine maintenance required for the vehicle. Must have own transportation and a driving record and automobile insurance acceptable to PHC’s liability carrier. Must pass stringent security clearance for confidential documents handling. Experience driving a box truck required. Prefer candidates with Class B CDL with airbrake endorsement

Essential Job Duties

 Drive box truck over established route, loading and unloading materials, and picking-up or delivering products or rendering services.

 Record delivery information on daily delivery record.

 Provide customer service in the field.

 Obtain customer signature on receipt for pickup or delivery.

 Perform routine maintenance on truck and keeps vehicle clean.

 Use and maintain hand-trucks and pallet jacks.

 Routinely lift, carry and stack 70 lb boxes and other materials.

This is a full time position, Monday through Friday. $11 per hour with full benefits.

To be considered for this opening, please submit a resume and a completed application to PHCNW. If you would like to download an application, you can access one from our website: http://www.phcnw.com, click on “CAREERS”. Applications are also available at our office. To submit your application, e-mail your materials to the address you will find on our website or fax to (503) 256-8665. Applications will also be accepted by mail: Please mail to 5312 NE 148th Avenue, Portland, OR 97230. When applying, please be sure to indicate Position #PHI25 on your cover letter and application. PHC Northwest is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please remember when emailing or submitting applications to list the position which you are applying for. One application per position please.

Catholic Community Services: Administrative Assistant

**I know a couple of people within this agency.**

 

Administrative Assistant

 

Information

organization:	Catholic Community Services
position summary:	Come join our team! This full time position works in tandem with the CSS Supervisor and Foster Care Licensor in the Portland, Oregon office. Primary responsibilities include administrative support services to the CSS Supervisor and Foster Care Licensor. The assistance will work to support a variety of functions including: quality assurance, human resources, foster care and special projects. The administrative assistant will also assist in scheduling and coordinating CSS to meet the needs of clients as determined by Therapists and Supervisors. The individual will assist CSS with client issues or concerns as they arise.
Salary / Pay Rate:	Starting salary is $15.20/hour.

"Highly Suggested" class

A Basic Budgeting class

 will be offered this Thursday, December 20th from 3pm to 4:30pm. 

All veterans who are not working are strongly encouraged to attend this class.

Job at the VA: Housekeeping Aid

Housekeeping Aid

Department: Department Of Veterans Affairs
Agency: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): 2 vacancies - Portland, Oregon
Salary: $15.10 to $17.62 / Per Hour
Series and Grade: WG-3566-03
Open Period: Monday, December 17, 2012 to Wednesday, January 02, 2013
Position Information: Permanent - Full-Time
Who May Apply: Applicants must have Veterans Preference

Warehouse Manager

This is a re-post from the KATU Add 1 Job site.

Warehouse Manager - ReRack

By Jennifer Kubus Published: Dec 7, 2012 at 8:15 AM PST Last Updated: Dec 7, 2012 at 8:15 AM PST

ReRack is adding a full time Monday-Friday warehouse job right across the street from KATU. We are looking to hire this month.  Phone: 503-740-9746, Email: agrayzel@comcast.

ReRack™  2240 NE Sandy, Portland, OR  97232  
Portland's #1 ReRack and ReUse specialists for Yakima, Thule, Inno and Swagman!

Portland Habilitation Center

This a less than ideal position in that it is a split shift.  Early morning will be followed by later afternoon into the evening.  I do not know if they offer job sharing or not ... you can always ask.

Here is the posting.  Follow ALL of the directions.

Portland Public Schools

This position came open last Thursday, 6 December.

Facilities Services-Part-Time Custodian -0.725 FTE

Job Number : 2100009225

The wage for this position is $11.23 per hour.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Part-Time Custodian is responsible for performing general custodial care of the building and grounds as directed by his/her supervisor. This position will not exceed 29 hours per week. Shifts are generally from 4:00 pm to 10:30 pm. Look here.  This position does not show a closing date. This next position posted today and it is full time. Full Time Custodian.  Wages are a bit better.  It closes 01/01/2013

"Vet Central" postings

These are this week’s postings from “Vet Central”.  Most of the bigger companies have made an internal pledge to try to outreach to veterans and to diversify their workforce.  How many of these companies have you considered?  Have you done any research?  My thinking is: if they are posting one position, there are surely others.

Job Club can help you learn more about job search and what companies might be anxious to interview you.

1.  Audit Full-time Associate ((http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18812444 )KPMG

2. Accounts Receivable Specialist (http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815884 )Providence Health System

3. Business Planner, North America Sales ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18819345 )Nike

4. Compliance Program Manager ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18814605 )Umpqua Bank

5. Customer Service Specialist I ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18816822 )Office Depot

6. Department Manager ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815947 )Office Depot

7. Digital Database Technology Manager - Consumer Digital Technology ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18818367 )Nike

8. Epic Project Manager- User Experience ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18816204 )Providence Health System

9. Information Analyst II - External Reporting ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815589 )Kaiser Permanente

10. Information Analyst III - External Reporting ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815588 )Kaiser Permanente

11. Junior Industrial Hygienist- Respirator Fit Testing- On-Call ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815627 )AMEC Environment & Infrastructure

12. Logistics Data Management Analyst ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18818199 )Nike

13. Mortgage Cons (safe) ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18817455 )Wells Fargo

14. Nurse Practitioner-Oncology Specialties ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815853 )Providence Health System

15. On Call Direct Support Professional\DD Residential ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18817197 )The Mentor Network

16. Part-time Teller ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815441 )Wells Fargo

17. Part-time Teller - ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815439 )Wells Fargo

18. QA Associate - ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18818648 )Xerox Services

19. Registered Nurse-Med/Surg Urology ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815903 )Providence Health System

20. Rep-Retail Sales- ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18816671 )Verizon Wireless

21. Retail Marketing Manager ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18819347 )Nike

22. Risk/Reimbursement Analyst ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815878 )Providence Health System

23. Sales Development Consultant 3 ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18817392 )Wells Fargo

24. Sales Representative MRO Supplies for Healthcare Portland Job ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815744 )HD Supply

25. Senior Coordinator Internal Communications ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815319 )Banfield Pet Hospital/Mars Global Petcare

26. Senior Strategy and Business Operations Analyst - Consumer Digital Technology ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18819344 )Nike

27. Sr. Hospital Construction Coordinator ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815318 )Banfield Pet Hospital/Mars Global Petcare

28. Teller ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18815639 )Wells Fargo

29. Materials Planner 2-Mfg and Dist ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18813183 )Oracle

30. Materials Planner 2-Mfg and Dist ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18813184 )Oracle

31. Operational Buyer (L7) ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18813171 )Daimler Trucks North America

32. Sales Associate ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18813172 )Becton, Dickinson and Company

33. Location Manager L1 ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18814150 )The Hertz Corporation

34. Sr Sales Engineer/Specialist - Industrial Sales Engineer ( http://www.vetjobcentral.com/OS/jobs.aspx?OS=32503298&JobID=18814332 )Siemens

THAT resume

Is your resume giving you grief?  Are people around you telling you your resume has problems but not offering you help with a redo?

The SOLE purpose of your resume is to open doors.  It will never get you the job.  YOU get you the job. 

I have had the opportunity to sit with a couple of vets this week and talk about the differences between a chronological resume and a functional resume.  Building a solid functional resume can take a couple of hours if you have a good partner asking questions and guiding you.

If you have been applying and not getting interviews, consider setting up an appointment and we can review and work on your resume.

The skeleton of a functional resume:

• Summary of Qualifications
• Skills and Related Achievements
• Related Employment History
• Education and Certifications

Together, we can do ANYTHING!

Gray's Landing

Gray's Landing debuts Friday at South Waterfront

Wendy Culverwell / Business Journal staff writer- Portland Business Journal

U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkely will lead grand opening ceremonies for Gray’s Landing, formerly Block 49, the first affordable housing development in the South Waterfront district.

Ceremonies begin at 3 p.m. Dec. 14 at Gray’s Landing, 0650 S.W. Lowell St. The 209-unit complex was developed by REACH Community Development Corporation with support from the Portland Housing Bureau.

The $50-million plus project includes 42 units for low-income military veterans and is named in honor of the late philanthropist and real estate developer John Gray.

Guest Speaker Wednesday 12.12.2012

Gary Rose, from the VA Vocational Rehabilitation unit will be at Job Club this week to talk about special programs available to help veterans return to work.

Discussion will include:

• IT ... no, it is not related to your computer!
• CWT ... going to work and testing the waters
• SE ... Supported Employment
• HVSE ... A Supported Employment program for homeless veterans

AND ... please bring your questions and be ready to discuss your employment needs.

Women Veterans Job Club

8:30am - 9:45am

2 NW Second Avenue

Business Attire

Intro to Internet Security

Looking for a way to improve your computer skills?

When:

Tue, December 11, 11:30am – 1:30pm

Where:

Free Geek Classroom - 1731 SE 10th Ave Portland, OR 97214

Description:

Teachers: Terry Radenbaugh and Casey Cushing Maximum

Students: 15

Learn how to use the Internet safely. This class will cover the basics of using an Internet browser and how to generate and use secure passwords. Students will also learn tips and techniques to use websites like Craigslist and shopping sites safely.

Free Classes at Free Geek in December

Free Geek is proud to offer a wide range of free classes to the public.

Our December class schedule is now available online (freegeek.org/classes)
and via a printable PDF (http://wiki.freegeek.org/images/c/c1/Current_Classes_Trifold.pdf). Along with various other offerings, we have added a new class introducing students to do it yourself computer-controlled wood mill creation using parts harvested (reused) from recycled electronics. Other classes focus on using free tools to organize your job search while maximizing your chance to land work, creating digital artwork with introductory GIMP and Inkscape classes, Internet publishing/best practices and many other excellent options.

Unless otherwise indicated, all classes require pre-registration. You can do so by stopping by or calling the Free Geek Volunteer Desk at 503-232-9350. Classes are free and open to the public; you do not need to be a volunteer to attend.

_New this month_
DIY CNC Mill Wednesday 12/26 2:30-4:30
Learn how to create a computer controlled wood mill using parts harvested from recycled electronics. Students will have a hands-on chance to work with the materials and understand the underlying concepts behind creating and using a computer-controlled machine.

Note: This is a trial run of the class, so student comments on content and teaching methods are appreciated.

Darren Heiber | Free Geek Hardware Grants & Education Coordinator
503-232-9350 x111 | dheiber@freegeek.org