Highlight from National Governors Association Convening and the 2nd Annual Arizona Workforce Summit is fast approaching!

May 2024

Leading the Way: A Standout Moment from the National Governors Association Convening

Coconino County Workforce Board Executive Director Billy Francis represented Arizona at the forefront of a recent National Governors Association (NGA) Center convening in Washington D.C. This high-profile event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders – innovative state teams like Arizona's, seasoned federal agency leaders, forward-looking industry partners, and renowned skills-based hiring experts.

The agenda delved deeply into this critical topic, fostering a comprehensive discussion. Mr. Francis actively participated, shaping a clear vision for the future of public sector hiring. He shared valuable insights gleaned from Arizona's experiences and collaborated on developing strategic implementation plans. These plans will empower state agencies across the nation to launch and manage successful skills-based hiring initiatives.

NGA Website

May Recap: Key Events and Highlights

Job Fair Event in May

ARIZONA@WORK Coconino County co-hosted a job fair with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona at the Department of Economic Security Building on 4th Street. There were 13 partners and employers present at the event, providing information on their open positions and supportive opportunities to the community members who came to the event. The One-Stop Operator worked on building relationships with the event participants, both employers and community members, to ensure the event operated smoothly. Community members were directed to the One-Stop Center if they needed assistance with generating a resume for the event.

ARIZONA@WORK

Forging Talent Pipeline for Fire Service

Coconino Community College's Fire Science Program partnered with Flagstaff Fire Department's House of Jacks (HOJ) for the 2nd Firefighter Recruitment Event at CCC Lonetree last May 18. This partnership aims to reach out and find people to become interested in pursuing a career in the Fire Service. Attendees performed supervised hands-one firefighter functions and connected with on-site resources to help start their journey. This program serves people who want to pursue new or ongoing training in the Fire Service.

CCC Fire Science

12th Annual High Country Stand Down

Coconino County Workforce Development Board Executive Director Billy Francis and his team participated in the High Country Stand Down event on May 15th. It was inspiring to witness numerous organizations and agencies coming together to support veterans by providing assistance and services. Rest assured, ARIZONA@WORK Coconino County remains dedicated to serving our veterans and community in every possible way.

Coming events in the community

Ladies CDL Career Night

Phoenix Truck Driving School is hosting a Ladies CDL Career Night, featuring female guest speakers sharing tips for life in the transportation industry.

Thursday, June 6th

4:30 PM to 6:00 PM

Coconino Community College Fourth Street Campus

Phoenix Truck Driving

Adult Education Awards & GED Graduation Ceremony

Coconino Community College, the WIOA Adult Education provider for Coconino County, will be hosting this year’s Adult Education Awards and GED graduation ceremony.

Thursday, June 13

4:00 - 5:30 PM

Coconino Community College Lone Tree Campus

Phillip V. Tullar Commons

CCC Adult Ed

Arizona Workforce Summit 2024

Mark your calendars for June 10-11, 2024, as the 2nd Annual Arizona Workforce Summit takes place at the High Country Conference Center in Flagstaff.

Collaborating diligently, the Coconino County Workforce Development Board, the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity, and Governor Hobbs' Workforce Arizona Council are committed to crafting an exceptional event.

OEO Summit Link

Job & Community Resource Event

ARIZONA@WORK Coconino County launches the inaugural Jobs and Community Resource Event in Flagstaff. This event aims to provide employment opportunities and wrap-around services to residents in need.

Friday, June 28, 2024
9 am - 4 pm
Bushmaster Park, 3150 N. Alta Vista Drive, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

City of Flagstaff Council tackles City’s Workforce Development Strategic Plan

In a work session last May 28, the City of Flagstaff Council discussed the draft Workforce Development Strategic Plan prepared and presented by consultant Keen Independent Research LLC.

The goals identified in the City’s plan include promoting existing programs and pathways to the 4-yr+ degree required jobs; encouraging new certification and training programs; promoting upskilling; and facilitating conversations with businesses to determine news.

The City’s workforce development analysis and strategic plan is in draft form and may be amended based on the feedback provided by the public and Council. It is intended to be considered by the Council for adoption on July 2nd.

Feedback on the draft City of Flagstaff Workforce Development Strategic Plan is due by June 7th, please email to:

dmcintire@flagstaffaz.gov and nicole.yates@keenindependent.com

Link to the Plan

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