Nevadaworks

Financial Specialist

 Performs financial activities, reporting, bookkeeping, account maintenance and conducts on-site financial reviews of contractor’s records.  This position will assist the Finance Manager in the processing and review of Nevadaworks financial transactions and will require basic knowledge of computerized accounting systems. 

The successful applicant will demonstrate a strong attention to detail, be proficient in computer operations and have the ability to deal tactfully and courteously with customers.   

Graduation from an accredited college or university in a business, finance or related field is preferred.  Experience shall preferably have included work with federal or public programs.

Starting wage, $17.00 per hour, employer paid PERS retirement, substantial benefit package, equal opportunity employer.

Position is regular, fulltime at 40 hours per week.

Location is in Reno, Nevada

Resumes accepted at jobs@nevadaworks.com

 Find more details about this job opportunity here.

Job Announcement will be open until filled.

Traditionally, the start of a New Year is an optimistic time for many people. The old worn out year just ended has been shed and the clean new one is still bright and shiny. Optimism tends to replace pessimism in many and success is often anticipated. Adversity is expected to be overcome and the glass tends to look half full rather than half empty. Or so it has been in the past.

 2010 reality in Northern Nevada is far different for many individuals. A continuation of unemployment or a potential job loss is very real to them. Being overqualified for a current job with no prospects for improvement is the new norm for some. Fear of the unknown stifles initiative in others. Nevada is in the top five of states with high unemployment and looks to hold that distinction for some time. Wow, is reality truly this bad?

 Yes and no. Yes some people are still suffering greatly. No it is not the end of life as we know it. Yes some businesses will loose their grip and disappear this year. No events will not stay this bad. Yes high unemployment will not disappear overnight. No our workforce is not doomed. Read more »

WACA (Western Apprenticeship Coordinators Association) is an agency that recruits adults for several trade organizations in Northern Nevada.  WACA represents ten different trade organizations: carpenters, electricians, ironworkers, NV Energy utility workers, operating engineers, painting, drywall and floor covering workers, plasterers and cement masons, plumbers and pipefitters, sheet metal workers, and stationary engineers. 

Recruiter Bob Alessandrelli is very active in the Northern Nevada community.  He gives regular presentations to adults and high school students at area schools, employment agencies, and at the area JobConnect centers.  People ages 17-18 and older, with a high school diploma or a GED may apply to learn and earn on the job for a well-paying career in the construction industry.  All industries require physical coordination and working outdoors in the elements.  If someone is not prepared to meet these two requirements, the trades are most likely not for them. 

Alessandrelli is very upfront with all potential applicants regarding the pros and cons of careers in the trades.  Read more »

Cabinet, INK is now in production!  A partnership between the Children’s Cabinet and the Reno/Sparks Boys and Girls Club has developed an entrepreneurial training program for at risk youth in the area.  A $174,000 grant from Nevadaworks is funding the start up of this silk-screening and design venture with the goal that all profits made will go directly to the company’s continued operations.  

Three adult staff will be working directly with forty-eight youth in all aspects of the silk-screening business.  Youth have been active in every step of the business process thus far; including the creation of an industrial shop in a former administrative office, complete with all appropriate plumbing, lighting, safety equipment, and ventilation.  

A graphic designer has been hired to work with the youth in the designing of artwork to be printed.  They are gaining skills working with the latest graphic design software and enhancing their already outstanding artistic abilities. 

The director of the program, Taylor Morgan, states that artistic ability is not a requirement of youth interested in participating in the program.  “They will be involved in every aspect of this business from design, production, quality control, advertising, and sales.”  Eight youth will receive part time employment and an additional forty youth will receive training on a voluntary basis.  Each person interested will go through the application and interview process, providing essential skills for any career.  

One youth who has already been selected for the team is very artistic “but I am more interested in seeing how an actual business is run.”  Each of these young adults is excited about the possibilities and enthusiastic about this business.  After watching them in the production of a T-shirt, I have no doubt that this venture will be a great success. 

Most importantly, these youth know that they are learning skills that will help them succeed in life.  “Without this job I’d probably be selling drugs” remarked one young adult.   The Children’s Cabinet  is providing a valuable community service that will impact the lives of youth for many years to come.  “What better way to stop a bullet than with a job and a paycheck?” asks Morgan. 

If you know of any youth who may be interested in Cabinet INK or if you are interested in placing an order, contact Taylor Morgan at 775-352-8090 ext. 127 or at 682-1309.

On Friday December 11 the Nevadaworks Board met at the Sierra Nevada Community Access Television studio for its quarterly meeting.  Due to the size of Nevadaworks service area, many members have a difficult time participating in these quarterly meetings and for this event several Local Elected Officials and Council members participated via web cast.  This web cast, using the technology and expertise of the SNCAT team, is the staff’s latest effort to ensure that all northern Nevada counties have improved opportunities for representation. 

Northern Nevada is fortunate to have a Board as active and concerned as the Nevadaworks Board because these members are serious about their responsibility to oversee the Nevadaworks staff in the administering of federal funds which are designed to strengthen our region’s workforce.  Nevada is on its way to having one of the most prepared and flexible workforce in the nation.  Read more »

The Workforce Investment Act, signed into law by President Bill Clinton in 1998, created Local Workforce Investment Boards such as Nevadaworks.  Congress awards funds to Nevadaworks every year for the training of Adults, Youth, and Dislocated Workers.  

In today’s difficult economic conditions, many northern Nevadans qualify to receive training with Dislocated Worker funds, but many are unaware that they qualify.  A Dislocated Worker is anyone who has ever been laid off from a job.  As many know, businesses are forced to lay off employees when they can no longer afford to employ them.  Even if someone was only released yesterday, they qualify as a Dislocated Worker if they can show any kind of document that shows they have been laid off.  Documents could include records of Unemployment Insurance, a letter from the previous employer stating that the position would be terminated or that the company was closing.  Basically, if you have ever been laid off for reasons out of your control, you can qualify for training funds for Dislocated Workers.  Read more »

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