Coconino Workforce Board Explores Career Training Opportunities at CCC

On April 2, Coconino Workforce Board staff joined partners from the Northern Arizona Good Jobs Network (NAGJN) for a campus visit at Coconino Community College. The visit highlighted the college’s expanding automotive program and introduced plans for a new RV Maintenance Technician program.

These initiatives reflect strong regional collaboration to develop in-demand career pathways and support workforce needs across Northern Arizona.

Thank you to Coconino Community College for hosting and providing valuable insight into these growing training opportunities.

ARIZONA@WORK Coconino County Connects with Job Seekers at CCC Career Fair

On April 14, ARIZONA@WORK Coconino County Title I-B and Title III service providers attended a career fair at the Lone Tree campus of Coconino Community College. Staff shared information about the In-School Youth and Out-of-School Youth programs, as well as employment services that support individuals with résumé development and job search strategies.

The event saw strong engagement from attendees, with an energetic and positive atmosphere that reflected the spirit of the spring season.

ARIZONA@WORK Strengthens Community Connections in Williams

On March 22, ARIZONA@WORK Coconino County Title I-B and Title IV service providers participated in the Williams Community Resource Fair, connecting directly with local residents and partners. Staff shared information about youth programs and highlighted a range of workforce services designed to support individuals on their path to employment.

The event created valuable opportunities to engage with the community, build new partnerships, and strengthen existing relationships with local organizations. Overall, it was a successful outreach effort that reinforced ARIZONA@WORK’s commitment to serving Coconino County.

Leupp Career Fair Expands Access to Opportunity

On April 11, community partners hosted the Leupp Community Career Fair at Leupp Public School, bringing jobs, training, and resources directly to local residents. The event was organized by Sandra Darling, Program Manager of Eckerd Connects, the ARIZONA@WORK Coconino County Title I-B service provider, along with regional partners—connecting youth, adults, and families with employers, workforce programs, and community services.

With strong participation and collaboration, the event highlighted the importance of delivering workforce opportunities to rural and tribal communities—creating pathways to success closer to home.

Page Justice Bus Event Brings Together Key Community Partners

The April 17 Page Justice Bus event brought together key community partners, including representatives from Coconino County, Community Bridges, the Elections Office, Ven Center, and the Coconino Justice Department, for a day focused on connection and collaboration. Participants engaged in meaningful conversations about local challenges and explored opportunities to strengthen partnerships in support of the community.

Workforce Career Coach Trivia Jones from Eckerd also participated by tabling at the event, helping to share resources and connect attendees with workforce support services.

Coconino County Welcomes Eilise Fisher as Workforce Development Director

Coconino County is pleased to welcome Eilise Fisher as the new Workforce Development Director under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Following her appointment by the ARIZONA@WORK Coconino County Workforce Development Board and approval by the Board of Supervisors, Fisher officially began her role on April 20.

“We are excited to have Eilise Fisher on board,” said Board Chair and District 1 Supervisor Patrice Horstman. “Her combined experience as a small business owner and project manager for Arizona’s WIOA Rapid Response Program gives her a full-circle understanding of the workforce system—from both the employer and administrative perspectives. She also has a strong track record working at the city, county, and state levels, and we are thrilled to welcome her back to the Coconino County team.”

Fisher previously served as a project manager for the State of Arizona Department of Economic Security’s Rapid Response program, where she supported workers and employers across Northern Arizona affected by layoffs, facility closures, and natural disasters. The program focuses on planning for and responding to workforce disruptions while helping minimize impacts on local communities.

“The CCWDB appointed Eilise Fisher because of her deep knowledge of Northern Arizona and the complexities of our workforce environment,” said Workforce Development Board Chair Shannon Shoots. “She brings a strong vision and innovative strategies to elevate our local workforce, and we look forward to her leadership.”

In her role, Fisher will work under the direction of the ARIZONA@WORK Coconino County Workforce Development Board in partnership with the Coconino County Board of Supervisors to advance workforce strategies that support businesses, job seekers, and key industries. Her efforts will focus on strengthening economic vitality across the region.

“I am excited to bring a comprehensive and practical understanding of workforce systems, public administration, and the real-world needs of employers and job seekers across Coconino County,” Fisher said. “Having lived in the County for over 20 years, I understand the diverse needs of our rural, Tribal, tourism-driven, and small business communities, and I’m looking forward to getting started.”