What's New
What’s New for the Monterey County Workforce Development Board
CEA Webinar: Recruiting in a Pandemic World
[Recorded Webinar] Are you having a difficult time finding qualified people to hire with the ever-changing COVID-19 restrictions & regulations? This training shows how the pandemic has changed recruiting and gives you tips on how to market, interview, and follow up to get the best candidates to fill your job requirements.
Tesla Informational Session: Friday, September 16 at 12pm
Join our online Tesla informational session on Friday, September 16 at 12pm.
TESLA has openings for Production and Assembly roles at their Fremont facility:
• No experience is needed!
• Earn $21 hr/day - $23 hr/night!
• Full benefits: medical/dental/vision, paid time off, stock options, and more!
• Backup childcare!
• Free shuttle service from Salinas and Gilroy to Fremont!
Join the online information session on Friday, September 16 to learn more about how you can get a great job with TESLA! Registration is required.
Bloom Energy Recruiting Events – Sept 12-17, 2022
Bloom Energy is hiring material handlers and assembly technicians! Visit one of our many recruiting events scheduled from September 12-17 from 10am-4pm. Start working as early as October 3 –
- $21-$23/hour
- 3/4/4/3 Schedule
- 12-Hour Shifts
- AM & PM Shifts
- Vanpool Sponsored Opportunities
- Full benefits for employee & family
- $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
- No HS Diploma Required
CEA Webinar: Customer Service – Exceeding Expectations & Building Loyalty
[Recorded Webinar] Customer service is receiving a great deal of attention in almost every business and industry. The purpose of this training is to measure and increase customer service performance in both employees and managers. Discover why customers stop doing business with a company. Learn how to increase customer loyalty in your company.
CEA Webinar: Creating a Culture of Professionalism, Civility and Respect in the Workplace
[Recorded Webinar ] A culture of trust, professionalism, and respect enhances team efforts and goal attainment. With insight, understanding, and skill development, we can learn to respect others and value differences as opportunities and strengths.
Monterey Young Adult Workforce Program Orientation Sessions : Beginning August 17
Beginning August 17, 2022, the Monterey County Workforce Development Board will hold orientation sessions for young adults interested in the MCWDB's Young Adult programs or Monterey Cadre programs. The orientations will be held every Wednesday at 4:00 pm at the Salinas and Seaside Career Centers.
Health Cadre Young Adult Program – Begins Sept 6
Join the Health Cadre program and get paid while making a difference in your community. The Health Cadre program provides young adults access to entry-level positions in the direct patient health care industry. In this program, participants will get paid while experiencing both classroom-based and real-world work experiences. If you’re between the ages of 18-24, apply today!
The program begins on September 6.
MCWDB’s Quarterly Update Now Available!
The Monterey County Workforce Development Board's (MCWDB) quarterly update is now available! At its core the mission of the MCWDB is simple: to take those people who are looking for work and help them secure employment. This publication's articles will provide you with examples of the initiatives we are currently undertaking to help residents find jobs.
America’s Job Center of California MOU
The purpose of the MOU is to establish a cooperative working relationship between the parties and to define their respective roles and responsibilities in achieving the policy objectives. The MOU also serves to establish the framework for providing services to employers, employees, job seekers and others needing workforce services.
Labor Force Participation Rate Research Study and WDB Visioning Study
The Monterey County Workforce Development Board (MCWDB) has contracted with BW Research of Carlsbad, California, to conduct a study for the identification and development of a Labor Force Participation Rate Research Study and Workforce Development Board (WDB) Visioning Study.
California Microbusiness COVID-19 Grant Program – Applications now open!
In order to support small business employers facing financial impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Monterey County Workforce Development Board, in partnership with the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) has established the COVID-19 Microbusiness Grant fund. The fund will provide grants to eligible small employers experiencing economic stresses caused by the pandemic. At minimum $455,000 is available for at least 180 businesses to receive grants of $2,500. Applications are now open!
Employee Handbooks [Webinar]
An employee handbook is one of the most important communication tools you can have between your company and your employees. Not only does it set forth your expectations for your employees, it also describes what they can expect from you and ensures your business complies with state and federal employment laws. Watch the webinar here!
What Employers Need in Today’s Business World [Webinar]
Employers are facing challenges today in recruiting, hiring, and retaining employees. This training explores today’s trends in the workplace. With record-high resignations and employees reassessing their work-life balance, employers are learning that they need to work hard to find and retain key employees. Watch the webinar here!
Monterey Cadre Leadership Program
The Monterey Cadre is a unique 12-week program for Monterey County young adults ages 18 to 24 designed to help them give back to their community. New Leadership Class starts soon!
Business Services
The Monterey County Workforce Development Board offers no-cost business service solutions to businesses in Monterey County, ranging from recruitments and human resources guidance to assisting individuals affected by layoffs.
2022 Labor Law Update [Webinar]
2021 was an unprecedented year in so many ways. 2022 looks to be a bit brighter regarding the pandemic, however, with all of the laws the California Legislature and Governor passed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s been difficult to keep up on what is and isn’t new. Watch the webinar here!
Online WIOA Orientation
The Monterey County Workforce Development Board’s orientation for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, also known as WIOA, of 2014 is now available online.
Young Adult Services
The Monterey County Workforce Development Board focuses on career and educational development, work readiness training, and work experience placements for young adults, ages 16-24.
WIOA In-Person Orientations
Need to change careers? Time to find another job? Want training? Need help with your resume? We can help! Learn more about our WIOA programs and services by attending an in-person WIOA Orientation at the Salinas Career Center. Orientations are held every Tuesday at 10 am and Thursday at 2 pm. Call us at (831) 796-3335 to reserve a seat.
Job Seeker Services
Our staff can help with your job search, career planning, assessments, training, and re-entry into the workforce. We have workshops, training programs, resume tools, and more – all at no cost – to help you with your job search effort.
Marina Job Center Now Open!
The Monterey County Workforce Development Board has opened a new Job Center at MPC’s Marina Educational Facility Facility. Need A Job? Need Training? Come Visit Us! MPC Marina Campus, Room 402. Come by or call (831) 597-2858 now for an appointment!
Adult/Dislocated Worker Services
The Adult and Dislocated Worker program serves individuals and helps employers meet their workforce needs.