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Job Fairs and Events

Employment Opportunity – San Diego
Location Date/Time Other Information
South Metro Career Center
4389 University Avenue
San Diego		 Friday, February 5, 2010
Beginning at 1 p.m.		 The US Census Bureau is recruiting for the following positions: recruiting assistant, office clerk, crew leader, crew leader assistant, and enumerator/lister.

For more information call
Angie Arroyo
(619) 266-4290
Internet Job Search and CalJOBSSM Workshop – Norwalk
Location Date/Time Other Information
Norwalk Workforce Office
12715 South Pioneer Blvd.
Norwalk		 Monday, February 8, 2010
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.		 Topics include CalJOBSSM, online job search, and creating an e-mail account. This workshop will be conducted in Chinese.

For more information call
Edgar Shiu
(562) 929-4297
Computer Basics Workshop – Oxnard
Location Date/Time Other Information
West Oxnard Job and Career Center
635 South Ventura Road
Oxnard		 Monday, February 8, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.		 The workshop will assist job seekers develop computer skills.

For more information call
Patricia Depree
(805) 382-8636
Résumé Workshop – West Covina
Location Date/Time Other Information
San Gabriel Valley EDD
933 S. Glendora Avenue
West Covina		 Monday, February 9, 2010
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.		 Develop an effective and professional résumé.

For more information call
Loris Allen
(626) 338-1507
Unemployment Workshop – West Covina
Location Date/Time Other Information
San Gabriel Valley EDD
933 S. Glendora Avenue
West Covina		 Tuesday, February 9, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.		 The topic is coping with unemployment.

For more information call
Loris Allen
(626) 338-1507
Employment Opportunity – Oxnard
Location Date/Time Other Information
West Oxnard Job and Career Center
635 South Ventura Road
Oxnard		 Tuesday, February 9, 2010
9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.		 The US Census Bureau is recruiting for 50 enumerators/census takers for the Ventura County region.

For more information call
Andre Borghetti
(805) 382-8610
Unemployment Workshop – Canoga Park
Location Date/Time Other Information
Canoga Park WorkSource Center
21010 Vanowen Street
Canoga Park		 Tuesday, February 9, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 12 noon		 The topics are coping with unemployment and life skills.

For more information call
Deborah Young
(818) 596-4434
CalJOBSSM Orientation – Los Angeles
Location Date/Time Other Information
Chinatown WorkSource Center
767 North Hill Street, Suite 400
Los Angeles		 Tuesday, February 9, 2010
9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.		 Learn how to register in CalJOBSSM and conduct online job searches, and how to complete a résumé. This workshop will be conducted in Chinese.

For more information contact
Marie Lou
(213) 833-7929
Youth Workshop – Holtville
Location Date/Time Other Information
Sam Web Continuation School
522 West 8th Street
Holtville		 Tuesday, February 9, 2010
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.		 Résumé building workshop for youth, 15 to 18 years old.

For more information call
Lulu Vizcarra
(760) 370-3906
Employment Opportunity – Westminster
Location Date/Time Other Information
Orange County One-Stop Center, Westminster
5405 Garden Grove Blvd.
Suite 100
Westminster 		Tuesday, February 9, 2010
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.		 The US Census Bureau is recruiting for the following positions: lister, crew leader, crew leader assistant, recruiting assistant, and office clerk. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply, English proficiency is required. Pre-registration is required. Call 1-866-861-2010 to register. Applicants must be registered on CalJOBSSM  and bring authorization to work documents (Social Security card and photo identification).

For more information call
Margaret Goldstein
(714) 241-4966
Spanish Computer Class – Santa Ana
Location Date/Time Other Information
Santa Ana W/O/R/K Center
1000 E. Santa Ana Blvd.
Suite 220
Santa Ana		 Tuesday, February 9, 2010
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 10, 2020
1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.		 This is a three-day, beginning to advanced level computer class in Spanish. Learn how to use the computer, create an e-mail account, and conduct online job searches.

For more information call
Margaret Goldstein
(714) 241-4966
FAFSA Workshop – Imperial
Location Date/Time Other Information
Imperial High School
517 West Barioni Blvd.
Imperial		 Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Thursday, February 11, 2010
8 a.m. –  3 p.m.		 EDD and Imperial Valley College will assist 12th grade students with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

For more information call
Lulu Vizcarra
(760) 370-3906
Employment Opportunity – Escondido
Location Date/Time Other Information
Inland Career Center
463 N. Midway Drive, #100B
Escondido		 Tuesday, February 9, 2010
10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
9 a.m. – 12 noon		 The US Census Bureau is recruiting for jobs including crew leaders, crew leader assistants, and enumerators.

For more information call
Renee Huston
(760) 414-3504
Employment Opportunity – Oceanside
Location Date/Time Other Information
North County Career Center
1949 Avenida Del Oro, #106
Oceanside		 Tuesday, February 9, 2010
12 noon – 3 p.m.
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.		 The US Census Bureau is recruiting for jobs including crew leaders, crew leader assistants, and enumerators.

For more information call
Renee Huston
(760) 414-3504
Job Search Workshop – Merced
Location Date/Time Other Information
Merced EDD Workforce Services Office
1205 West 18th Street
Merced 		Wednesday, February 10, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 12 noon		 Topics include completing applications and résumés.

For more information call
Jim Eber
(209) 726-5426
Veteran Job Club Workshop – Canoga Park US Flag
Location Date/Time Other Information
Canoga Park EDD WorkSource Center
21010 Vanowen Street
Canoga Park 		Wednesday, February 10, 2010
9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.		 Topics for this veteran job club workshop include labor market information, CalJOBSSM, and online search.

For more information call
Eddie Spatz
(818) 596-4442
Employer Advisory Council Meeting – Oxnard
Location Date/Time Other Information
The Courtyard Marriott
600 Esplanade Drive
Oxnard 		Wednesday, February 10, 2010
12 noon – 1:30 p.m.		 The Western Ventura County Employer Advisory Council monthly meeting topic is the “Top 10 Policies Every Employer Needs for Their Employee Handbook” presented by Lonnie D. Giamela, Esq.

For more information call
Rolando Morales
(805) 382-8638
Computer Basics Workshop – Westminster
Location Date/Time Other Information
Orange County One-Stop Center, Westminster
5405 Garden Grove Blvd.
Suite 100
Westminster 		Wednesday, February 10, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.		 The workshop will assist job seekers develop computer skills.

For more information call
Joleen Le
(714) 241-4948
Overcoming Barriers Workshop – Santa Ana
Location Date/Time Other Information
Santa Ana W/O/R/K Center
1000 E., Santa Ana Blvd.
Suite 220
Westminster 		Wednesday, February 10, 2010
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.		 This workshop will prepare previously incarcerated individuals to re-enter the job market.

For more information call
Tejdeep Kochhar
(714) 565-2662
Employment Workshop – San Diego
Location Date/Time Other Information
South Metro Career Center
4389 Imperial Avenue
San Diego 		Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Starts promptly at 9:30 a.m.
Space is limited.		 Learn about Cox Communications and their current career opportunities, hiring process, and how to apply online.

For more information call
Angie Arroyo
(619) 266-4290
CalJOBSSM Orientation – West Covina
Location Date/Time Other Information
San Gabriel Valley Workforce Services
933 S. Glendora Avenue
West Covina		 Wednesday, February 11, 2010
10 a.m. – 11 a.m.		 Learn how to register in CalJOBSSM and conduct online job searches, and how to complete a résumé.

For more information contact
Becky Garcia
(626) 814-8283
Job Search Workshop – Merced
Location Date/Time Other Information
Merced EDD Workforce Services Office
1205 West 18th Street
Merced 		Thursday, February 11, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 12 noon		 The topic is interviewing techniques.

For more information call
Jim Eber
(209) 726-5426
Interviewing Skills Workshop – Canoga Park
Location Date/Time Other Information
Canoga Park WorkSource Center
21010 Vanowen Street
Canoga Park		 Thursday, February 11, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.		 Topics include techniques to enhance interviewing skills including verbal communication, body language, and opportunities for employment.

For more information call
Deborah Young
(818) 596-4434
Résumé Workshop – Canoga Park
Location Date/Time Other Information
East Valley Job and Career Center
980 Enchanted Way, Suite 105
Simi Valley		 Thursday, February 11, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.		 Develop an effective and professional résumé.

For more information call
Patricia Depree
(805) 382-8636
Veterans Orientation – Los Angeles  US Flag
Location Date/Time Other Information
Westlake WorkSource Center
1055 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 900A
Los Angeles		 Thursday, February 11, 2010
1 p.m. –  4 p.m.		 Topics include employment information, unemployment insurance, training opportunities, and EDD services.

For more information call
Gail Bargerstock
(323) 454-6101
Employment Opportunity – San Diego
Location Date/Time Other Information
South Metro Career Center
3910 University Avenue
San Diego		 Thursday, February 11, 2010
Begins promptly at 2 p.m.
Please allow three hours for the application, testing, and interview.		 The US Census Bureau is recruiting for the following positions: recruiting assistant, office clerk, crew leader, crew leader assistant, and enumerator/lister. U.S. citizenship required, YOU MUST RESERVE YOUR SPACE by calling 1-866-861-2010. Bring photo identification and Social Security card or an unexpired/expired passport for the I-9 form.

For more information call
Angie Arroyo
(619) 266-4290
Veterans Networking – Westminster  US Flag
Location Date/Time Other Information
Orange County One-Stop Center, Westminster
5405 Garden Grove Blvd.
Suite 100
Westminster		 Thursday, February 11, 2010
9 a.m. – 11 a.m. 		The Veterans Networking Roundtable Job Club provides information on employment opportunities, workshops, and services for veterans. Pre-registration required.

For more information call
Steve DeFord
(714) 241-4954
Employer Advisory Council Meeting – Redding
Location Date/Time Other Information
Shasta College Health Science University Center
1400 Market Street, Room 8218
Redding		 Thursday, February 11, 2010
12 noon – 1:30 p.m.		 The North Valley Employer Advisory Council monthly meeting topic is the “Topics to Avoid in an Interview” presented by Daria O’Brien, Executive Recruiter, Financial Search Associates.

For more information call
Diane Hicks
(530) 225-2051
Résumé and Cover Letter Workshop – Turlock
Location Date/Time Other Information
Turlock EDD Office
125 North Broadway
Turlock		 Thursday, February 11, 2010
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.		 Topics include developing an effective résumé and cover letter.

For more information call
Rita Meneses
(209) 669-2996
Youth Employment Workshop – Merced
Location Date/Time Other Information
Merced High School
205 West Olive Avenue
Merced		 Thursday, February 11, 2010
2 p.m. – 3:05 p.m.		 High school seniors will learn how to complete job applications and create résumés.

For more information call
Patricia Depree
(805) 382-8636
Computer Basics Workshop – West Covina
Location Date/Time Other Information
San Gabriel Valley WS
933 S. Glendora Avenue
West Covina		 Thursday, February 11, 2010
9 a.m. – 12 noon		 The workshop will assist job seekers develop computer skills.

For more information call
Loris Allen
(626) 338-1507
Overcoming Barriers Workshop – Westminster
Location Date/Time Other Information
Orange County One-Stop Center, Westminster
5405 Garden Grove Blvd.
Suite 100
Westminster		 Friday, February 12, 2010
9 a.m. – 11 a.m. 		This workshop is to prepare previously incarcerated individuals to re-enter the job market. Preregistration is required.

For more information call
Steve DeFord
(714) 241-4954
Job Club Orientation – Corona
Location Date/Time Other Information
Corona EDD
237 West River Road
Corona		 Friday, February 12, 2010
9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.		 New member orientation for professional, technical, and managerial job seekers.

For more information call
David Chandler
(951) 340-4036
Youth Employment Workshop – Atwater
Location Date/Time Other Information
Buhach Colony High School
1800 Buhach Road
Atwater		 Friday, February 12, 2010
1 p.m. – 2:25 p.m.		 High school seniors will learn how to complete job applications and create résumés.

For more information call
Patricia Depree
(805) 382-8636
Employment Opportunity – Glendale
Location Date/Time Other Information
Verdugo Job Center
1255 South Central Avenue
Glendale		 Friday, February 12, 2010
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Please preregister prior to 10 a.m. 		The US Census Bureau is recruiting for the following positions: recruiting assistant, office clerk, administrative assistant, crew leader, crew leader assistant, and enumerator/lister. A written exam is required and applicants must provide right-to-work documents.

For more information call
Cesar Valladares
(818) 500-3810
Employment Workshop – Canoga Park
Location Date/Time Other Information
Canoga Park WorkSource Center
21010 Vanowen Street
Canoga Park		 Friday, February 12, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.		 Topics include finding employment through nontraditional methods. Networking, research, and emerging industries will be discussed.

For more information call
Deborah Young
(818) 596-4434
Unemployment Workshop – Oxnard
Location Date/Time Other Information
Center for Employment Training
761 South C Street
Oxnard		 Friday, February 12, 2010
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.		 Ventura County farm workers are encouraged to attend the “Coping with Unemployment/Managing Your Unemployment” workshop.

For more information call
Rocio Soto
(805) 382-8639
Employment Opportunity – Escondido
Location Date/Time Other Information
Inland Career Center
463 N. Midway Drive, #100B
Escondido		 Tuesday, February 16, 2010
10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
9 a.m. – 12 noon		 The US Census Bureau is recruiting for jobs including crew leaders, crew leader assistants, and enumerators.

For more information call
Renee Huston
(760) 414-3504
Employment Opportunity – Oceanside
Location Date/Time Other Information
North County Career Center
1949 Avenida Del Oro, #106
Oceanside		 Tuesday, February 16, 2010
12 noon – 3 p.m.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.		 The US Census Bureau is recruiting for jobs including crew leaders, crew leader assistants, and enumerators.

For more information call
Renee Huston
(760) 414-3504
Employment Opportunity – Escondido
Location Date/Time Other Information
Inland Career Center
463 N. Midway Drive, #100B
Escondido		 Tuesday, February 23, 2010
10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Thursday, February 25, 2010
9 a.m. – 12 noon		 The US Census Bureau is recruiting for jobs including crew leaders, crew leader assistants, and enumerators.

For more information call
Renee Huston
(760) 414-3504
Employment Opportunity – Oceanside
Location Date/Time Other Information
North County Career Center
1949 Avenida Del Oro, #106
Oceanside		 Tuesday, February 23, 2010
12 noon – 3 p.m.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
10 a.m. – 1 p.m		 The US Census Bureau is recruiting for jobs including crew leaders, crew leader assistants, and enumerators.

For more information call
Renee Huston
(760) 414-3504
Annual Community and Information Fair – Los Angeles
Location Date/Time Other Information
Dodger Stadium
1000 Elysian Park Avenue
Los Angeles		 Saturday, March 6, 2010
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.		 More than 75 employers with job openings and community-based organizations are expected to attend. Job seekers are encouraged to wear appropriate business attire and bring copies of their résumé.

For more information call
Crystal Prendiz
(323) 271-3241