And there’s no better place than right here to find highly trained cybersecurity professionals ... | |
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Cybersecurity careers require the kind of technical training, specialized college degrees and/or certifications that have made San Bernardino County so popular among recruiters.
California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB) consistently ranks among the top higher education institutions in the United States, and in 2020 was designated as the National Center for Cybersecurity Education by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security.
Degree and certificate programs are also available at a number of other colleges and universities across the county:
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ABOVE: Tony Coulson, Executive Director of the CSUSB Cybersecurity Center, with some of his students. (CSUSB photo) | | |
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From left: WDB Chairman William Sterling, Celeste de la Torre from First Institute Training and Management, Alejandro Aguirre, and Bradley Gates, Director of the County’s Workforce Development Department.
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WDB partnerships making a difference for former foster youth | |
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Twenty-one-year-old Alejandro Aguirre has experienced more than his share of overwhelming challenges in his young life. He is the second oldest of nine children, has been in foster care since the age of 8 and has been dealing with the instability of having to move from place to place his whole life.
Alejandro, who lives in Needles, says that a partnership between the Workforce Development Board (WDB) and First Institute Training and Management (FITM) has made this a defining year for him, providing him with opportunities and resources that he previously never thought possible. The partnership helps young adults overcome barriers to education and employment by providing resources that improve job skills and help them explore career options available in our region.
“Not only did WDB and First Institute Training help me get an official job, but they also helped me enroll at Palo Verde Community College, where I am currently pursuing higher opportunities,” Alejandro says.
“Alejandro is a powerful example of the importance of partnerships that San Bernardino County Workforce Development has with youth service providers throughout the entire county,” said William Sterling, WDB Chairman. “We value the relationships developed with organizations and industry that makes this type of life-changing, community impact possible.”
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To get connected to workforce resources, please visit our website, call (800) 451-JOBS (5627) or follow us on social media @SBCWorkforce. | |
At 16, I landed my first job in a clothing store on the main street of a small town that served a vast rural area of our San Bernardino County desert region. The job was primarily sales and cashier work, helping women customers of various ages and lifestyles. As I reflect on my experience there, it seemed to be the first step in building my abilities to understand people of all walks of life and their different needs to dress for utility or style. This job gave me my first lessons in dealing with people – happy and angry. I learned how to figure out what they were after, if we had what they needed and what might substitute for their ideal piece of clothing. I learned to develop a rapport that would give them a pleasant experience in the store. It seems that the skills which began in that job served me through several different careers in my lifetime, all of which required listening, understanding and appreciating someone else’s point of view. These attributes are an important part of negotiation skills that can serve us throughout our lives, no matter what profession we pursue. | |
New year, same steadfast commitment | |
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William Sterling
WDB Chair
Transforming lives and strengthening business is more than a vision statement. It’s our commitment as the Workforce Development Board (WDB) for San Bernardino County, a diverse community rich in opportunities for job seekers and the businesses who have made this one of the most dynamic economic centers in the country.
As we flip the calendar to a new year, we're reminded of the important work being done to fulfill that promise. Our team of workforce development professionals stands ready to provide workers and employers with support services to meet any challenge that 2024 might bring. Our America’s Job Centers of California (AJCCs) offer a variety of resources to meet the workforce needs of local businesses while creating opportunities for job seekers to prepare for and pursue good-paying careers.
We encourage you to take advantage of all that we have to offer. Please check out our website or visit any of our AJCCs for more information. Thank you, as always, for giving us the privilege of serving you.
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Monthly Labor Market Update | San Bernardino County’s labor force climbed to a record 1.019 million in November, reflecting continued population growth and a steady increase in the number of young people reaching working age. Employment levels, meanwhile, increased for the third straight month, led by seasonal growth in the logistics and retail sectors. Across the Inland Empire, private education and health service led year-over-year employment growth, adding 12,400 jobs. | |
Brightline West will be a major job creator in SB County | |
The Brightline West high-speed rail project between Rancho Cucamonga and Las Vegas is expected to break ground in early 2024 after receiving a $3 billion grant through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill in December. Among the project’s many benefits will be the jobs it creates. In San Bernardino County, construction of the project is expected to generate 11,000 jobs over the next four years, with another 1,000 permanent positions once it is completed. Plans are underway to redevelop Cucamonga Station into a state-of-the-art multimodal transportation center (artist rendering above) that will serve as many as 11 million passengers per year. Please check out the video below for more on last month’s funding announcement. | |
Connecting Employers and Job Seekers | |
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Local employers will participate in several hiring events at the County’s America’s Job Centers of California (AJCCs) and other venues in the coming weeks:
Thursday, January 25, 2024: Hiring event, Apple Valley Town Hall, 14955 Dale Evans Pkwy, Apple Valley, CA 92307. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Thursday, February 15, 2024: Hiring event, West Valley AJCC, 9650 9th St., Suite B, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. 9 a.m.-Noon.
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WDB hosts free virtual seminars throughout the week to help job seekers on topics such as interviewing skills, resume building and navigating the employment resources that are available. If you know of anyone who could use this valuable assistance, a calendar of upcoming sessions is available here.
In the meantime, here are some upcoming events and release dates:
Friday, January 19, 2024: California Employment Development Department releases its December jobs report.
Friday, February 2, 2024: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics releases its January jobs report.
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Visit our YouTube channel to view archived videos of our Business Services webinars, such as this one on communicating like a leader. | | |
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Click here to catch up on past editions of Workforce Update, WDB’s monthly e-newsletter and labor market intelligence report.
If you know others who would like to receive this timely and important information, please invite them to join our mailing list at [email protected].
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WIOA Title I-financially assisted programs or activities are an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For federal funding disclosure information, visit: workforce.sbcounty.gov/about/ffd/
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