January

February 5 at 10AM: Resume Development – This workshop presents the basics of a powerful and effective cover letter including formatting, tailoring to the job, and getting through the online application process to land an interview. Please have a rough draft of your resume with you. Facilitated by Rensselaer & Columbia-Greene.

February 6 at 11AM: Transferable Skills – Transferable skills are qualities you have already acquired which can be used in a different job. Make it easy for employers to see the connection between your qualities and the skillset needed to do the job and market yourself as the solution to an employer’s problem. Learn ways to research the employer’s needs then identify and show them that you have these skills. Facilitated by Warren and Washington.

February 11 at 10:30AM: Interview Preparation – Learn how to articulate your strengths, what questions to expect, how to address difficult topics, and ace the interviewing process. Facilitated by Schenectady.

February 12 at 10AM: Goal Setting – Goals are what take us forward in life. They are the first step in every journey we take. In this workshop we will explain how goal setting works, why goals are important, and take home more helpful resources to get you started. Remember: “if you aim for nothing, you’ll hit it every time.” Find out how to reach your dreams. Facilitated by Washington and Albany.

February 20 at 11AM: Completing Job Applications – Statistics show approximately 50% of mid-sized companies and almost all large corporations use an applicant tracking system to screen candidates for job opportunities. Learn how to prepare your online application to get the most visibility from hiring managers. Facilitated by Warren and Washington.

February 21 at 10:30AM: Networking – Networking is your strategic tool for cultivating lasting relationships, fostering professional growth, and unlocking opportunities. Join us for an approachable journey to understanding networking. Facilitated by Warren and Albany.

February 25 at 11AM: Overcoming Barriers – Join an informal discussion about how to overcome potential stumbling blocks to finding a job. Whether you’re facing transportation needs, childcare needs, prior justice system involvement, inexperience, health concerns or more, this workshop will provide you with resources and strategies to help you meet your goals. Facilitated by Fulton-Montgomery-Schoharie.

February 27 at 1:30PM: Social Media – Your social media presence can make or break your ability to find a job. Learn how to use social media to your advantage in searching for a job and marketing yourself to land the job or career you’ve always wanted. Facilitated by Schenectady.

Registration is required for all workshops. Visit https://thejoblink.org/calendar/ to register or call the Saratoga County Career Center at (518) 884-4170 for more information.  The workshops are offered as part of the Saratoga County Career Center’s WorkPays! workforce education campaign.

The Saratoga County Department of Workforce Development provides comprehensive training and employment services to residents through its Career Center and works with local businesses to attract and retain the local workforce.

The Greater Capital Region Career Centers is a group of local county and city-based Career Centers and partners that coordinate services to address the workforce needs of the Greater Capital Region by providing a variety of career and workforce resources, training opportunities, and more.  Members include Capital Region Workforce New York; Columbia-Green Workforce NY; City of Albany Career Center; L.E.A.P; Rensselaer County Career Center; Saratoga County Career Center; Schenectady County Connects; Warren County Career Center; Workforce Solutions System of Fulton, Montgomery, Schoharie Counties.

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Saratoga County Board of Supervisors Chairman, Phil Barrett (Clifton Park) said, “The purchase of this property is a significant step in the County’s longstanding goal of achieving a comprehensive, sustainable solution to address homelessness in Saratoga County. With the real estate purchase complete, we can now begin the second phase of this project to provide those in need with a permanent location to seek shelter during harsh winter weather and to provide our residents with a more transparent budgeting process for the costs of running the State mandated Code Blue program.”

The County will now begin the site plan process with their Code Blue partner Shelters of Saratoga, who will build and operate the shelter. Currently, the County has one location under lease for this season being operated by Shelters.

The future permanent Code Blue Shelter location is in close proximity to the Saratoga County Mental Health facility, RISE Housing and Support Services, and AIM Services, and on a bus line, making it easily accessible and convenient for those who may require additional services.

New York State law 18 NYCRR § 304.1 states a Code Blue alert must be called when temperatures are expected to fall below 32˚F with wind chill for at least two consecutive hours, based on the local forecast issued by the National Weather Service for the city, town or village within the district that is known to have the largest population of unsheltered homeless persons.

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“I am honored and thankful to my colleagues for selecting me to chair the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors for a second term,” Barrett said. “I look forward to continuing our work together to enact policies that ensure fiscal discipline, promote economic development while preserving open space, and safeguard essential services for Saratoga County residents. Together, we will keep Saratoga County a desirable place to live, work, and visit.”

Phil Barrett is currently serving in his 14th term as Clifton Park Town/County Supervisor. During his time in office, Supervisor Barrett has successfully worked to secure private sector investment to redevelop Clifton Park’s Town Center, permanently preserved 1700 acres of property which were added to the parks and recreation system, built 17 miles of new trails, lowered taxes, saved the taxpayers more than $1.5 million through operational reforms at the Town’s formerly ailing ice arena, initiated a Full Day Summer Camp, instituted a model Ethics Law and many other important initiatives.

As Board Chairman, Supervisor Barrett has been instrumental in the oversight of the County’s Department of Health expansion and the County’s allocation of opioid settlement funds to identify priorities for reducing opioid-related deaths and investing in substance abuse prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts. Chairman Barrett currently serves on the board of the Saratoga County Water Authority and chairs the county’s Airport Committee. Chairman Barrett also has experience as a military officer and a career in the private sector where he last served as a VP for Key Bank.

During Thursday’s meeting, Surrogate Court Judge Jonathan Schopf administered the oath of office for Chairman Barrett and for Saratoga Springs Supervisor Mathew Veitch, who was selected as Vice Chairman of the Board and will Chair the County’s Law & Finance Committee. County Clerk Craig A. Hayner swore in Supervisor J.D. Arnold of the Town of Galway. Chairman Barrett also provided committee assignments to all Board members during the meeting.

Saratoga County Board of Supervisors regular Board meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month at 40 McMaster Street, Ballston Spa, NY; they are open to the public and livestreamed at www.saratogacountyny.gov.

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