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Monroe County/Rochester Workforce Development Board
Workforce Development Board
A Local Workforce Development Board (LWDB) represents every community in the United States. LWDBs are the foundation of workforce development systems statewide. In addition to providing skill-based programs through one-stop career centers, local boards develop strategic plans to match employers with qualified candidates. There are 33 LWDBs throughout New York.
The Monroe County/ Rochester WDB serves Rochester and Monroe County. Rochester’s mayor and county executive appoint board members. Federal law requires that a majority of the board members come from the business community to ensure that workforce initiatives align with economic development. In New York State, LWDBs typically have between 20 and 40 members.
Board Responsibilities
Determine the needs of the local job market as a guide for allocating workforce development resources.
Oversee the activities of the one-stop career centers, which assist unemployed job seekers, existing workers seeking better career paths, local businesses seeking new hires, and young adults entering the local workforce
Hire an Executive Director
Create policies for the WDB that govern the delivery and prioritization of workforce services in the region.
Adopt 4-year local and regional workforce development plans
Approve spending of WIOA and other Federal workforce funds
Member Information
Workforce Development Board
DANA ABRAMSON
Managing Partner, Strategic Calls
RANDY ANDRE*
Manager, New York State Department of Labor
ZACH ARNOLD
Senior Director of Talent Acquisition, University of Rochester
MARY BETH ARTUSO
VP, Human Resources, Complemar
KYLE BANKS
Economic Development, RG&E Corporation
RACHEL BARANELLO
Partner, Harris Beach, Attorneys at Law
THOMAS BATTLEY
Executive Director, Rochester Regional Photonics Cluster (RRPC)
HON. ADAM J. BELLO*
County Executive, Monroe County
BERT BRINKERHOFF
Vice President, M&T Bank
DR. ROBIN COLE*
Vice President, Economic & Workforce Development and Career Technical Education, Monroe Community College
RODRIC COX-COOPER*
Workforce Development Institute
ROBERT COYNE
Executive Director, RTMA
CORINDA CROSSDALE*
Deputy Monroe County Executive
RICK DONOVAN*
Vice President, United Auto Workers Local 1097
SERGIO ESTEBAN
CEO, LaBella Associates, PC
HON. MALIK EVANS*
Mayor, City of Rochester
SHAWN FUTCH*
Workforce Development Coordinator, Department of Recreation and Human Services, City of Rochester
MELISSA GESKA
President, US Ceiling Corp
DR. SHIRLEY GREEN*
Commissioner, Department of Recreation and Human Services, City of Rochester
DR. SEANELLE HAWKINS*
President & CEO, Urban League of Rochester
GLEN JETER
Franchise Owner, McDonald's
ANN KOWAL
President, Special Care Systems, LLC
ANA LISS*
Director of Planning & Economic Development, Monroe County
GRANT MALONE*
District Manager, Operating Engineers Local 158
DANIELLE MALOY*
Regional Coordinator, ACCES-VR
ROOSEVELT MAREUS*
Dean/Executive Director, Rochester Educational Opportunity Center
JOSEPH MORELLE, JR*
Executive Director, UNICON
ANGELICA PEREZ-DELGADO*
President & CEO, Ibero-American Action League
TYRONE REAVES
TruForm Manufacturing
MARK ROGACKI*
Rochester City School District OACES, Program Quality
GARY ROGERS
CEO, Dock Hardware
PATRICIA STOVALL-LANE*
Director, Training & Employment Programs, PathStone Corporation
MICHAEL WEED
President, Graywood Companies, Inc.
JOE WESLEY
Workforce Development, Wegmans
*Non-Business Members
Policies & By-Laws
Workforce Development Board
Meeting Minutes
2020 - Present
- 2022
- 2022 - Executive, Finance, & Audit Committee
- 2022 - Workforce Development Board
- 2022 - Workforce Innovation Performance
- 2022 - Youth Committee
- 2021
- 2021 - Executive, Finance, & Audit Committee
- 2021 - Workforce Development Board
- 2021 - Workforce Innovation Performance
- 2021 - Youth Committee
- 2020
- 2020 - Executive, Finance, & Audit Committee
- 2020 - Workforce Development Board
- 2020 - Workforce Innovation Performance
- 2020 - Youth Committee
Upcoming Meetings
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02 JanNew Year's Eve (Observed) | RochesterWorks Closed
While offices are closed, you can still use our online booking system to schedule future appointments with Career Advisors or the Resource Room by visiting https://rochesterworks.gigabook.com/
You can also access our entire e-learning catalog at https://elearning.rochesterworks.org/
If you need assistance regarding your Unemployment Insurance benefits or claim, these must be directed to the NYS Department of Labor (DOL) directly by calling 1-888-209-8124, or by visiting www.labor.ny.gov. -
03 Jan 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWriting an ATS Resume (Hybrid At 100 College Ave & Zoom)
In this workshop you will learn how to:
Hybrid at 100 College Ave & Zoom
• Write a basic resume that is readable by ATS
• Customize so that it is appealing to the reader
• Reach an 80% or better match
• Use ATS simulators to improve your resume -
03 Jan 01:00 PM - 03:00 PMCatchy Cover Letter (Hybrid At 100 College Ave & Zoom)
Learn a simple step by step process for writing a cover letter that grabs the reader's attention.
Hybrid - College Avenue Career Center and Zoom -
04 Jan 09:00 AM - 11:00 AMToxic Bosses: Job Strategy Group
Protect yourself and thrive in a toxic environment. Strategies on how to cope and manage a toxic boss.
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
04 Jan 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMTraining Grant Workshop (At 100 College Ave)
This workshop will go over any questions you have on how to fill out the RochesterWorks Training grant application and process. RochesterWorks training grant is for Monroe County residents or residents who worked in Monroe County and have been dislocated. For specific eligibility questions please contact our Training Grant line at 585-258-3500 option 4
100 College Avenue, Suite 200
**Please note: This workshop is in-person at the RochesterWorks Career Center at 100 College Avenue Rochester, NY 14607. **
Contact RochesterWorks directly when requesting an accommodation: (585) 258-3500 TTY 800-662-1220
Rochester, NY 14607 -
04 Jan 01:00 PM - 03:00 PMAssessments and Career Strategy
The presentation will cover how to use the information to research and clarify the role and work environment you’d prefer.
Virtual Workshop on Eventbrite -
05 Jan 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMBridging the Gap
What do-you-do while waiting for your ideal job? Learn a process on how to strategically select your next job that supports your ideal job.
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
05 Jan 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMOn-Site Recruiting Event at RochesterWorks
Meet recruiters, submit your resume, and learn more about the hiring process for their open positions.
RochesterWorks Career Center
Attending Businesses:
• First Student
• Rochester City School District
100 College Ave., Suite 200
Rochester, NY 14607 -
05 Jan 01:00 PM - 03:00 PMBeing Your Own Boss
Do you want to start your own business but unsure if it is a good fit for you?
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
06 Jan 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM5 Steps to Rapid Employment Info Session (At 100 College Ave)
This one hour informational session will provide you with an outline of our 5 day training: The 5 Steps to Rapid Employment. RochesterWorks is one of the few one-stops to offer this dynamic free training by our certified coaches and instructors. It is comprehensive, motivational and filled with practical strategies to help you kick start your job campaign.
100 College Avenue, Suite 200
Rochester, NY 14607 -
09 Jan 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMManaging Expenses During Transition
In this virtual session, you will learn how to create an emergency budget and tips to manage expenses on a reduced income.
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
09 Jan 10:00 AM - 04:00 PMStop the Violence Education Fair
Over 100 Colleges & Universities
Blue Cross Arena
Vocational & Job Training Programs
All HS, College & Adults Welcome!
1 War Mem Sq.
Rochester, NY 14614 -
09 Jan 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMDeveloping Effective SCAR Stories
SCAR stories can go a long way in helping you share what your skills, experience and value can offer a company.
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
09 Jan 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM(dis)ABILTY Job Search Group
Asking for Accommodations
Virtual Session via Eventbrite -
10 Jan 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMCoping with Job Loss
50+ Series Job Search Series with Rita
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
10 Jan 11:00 AM - 02:00 PMFinger Lakes Regional Virtual Career Fair
Attending Businesses:
Virtual Career Fair
Bausch and Lomb, Excellus Boces, Woodforest National Bank And more!
Job Openings for Attending Businesses:
Human Resources, Bus Driver, IT Helpdesk, Forklift Operator And many more!! -
10 Jan 01:00 PM - 03:00 PMManaging Your Job Campaign
Learn how to pro-actively search for jobs to increase your productivity. It will provide a “road-map” to conduct all aspects of your job search from initial research to landing your new job.
Hybrid at 100 College Ave and Zoom -
11 Jan 09:00 AM - 03:00 PMACM Global Laboratories Hiring Event!
ACM Global Laboratories is hosting interviews for Laboratory Specimen Management Technicians!
ACM Headquarters
160 Elmgrove Park
Rochester, NY 14624 -
11 Jan 09:00 AM - 11:00 AMSchedule Your Way to Success: Job Strategy Group
Transform Your Job Search - The secret to an effective scheduling process.
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
11 Jan 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMPop Up Services at R-Centers
Focus: Medical
Jackson R-Center
What you’ll find:
• City/County Partners Employment
• Medical & Mental Healthcare Resources
• Childcare, Early Childhood Centers Employment
485 N. Clinton Ave.
Rochester, NY 14605 -
12 Jan 09:00 AM - 10:30 AMDisability and Disclosure
In this virtual workshop, you will learn strategies to use while navigating the job search process as a person with a disability!
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite
You will learn:
•Your rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act
•If, when, and how to disclose a disability to an employer
•What a reasonable accommodation is and how to get one at work or for an interview
•What to do if you are facing a career change due to a disability
•What the Ticket to Work program is and how it can help you try going to work without the risk of losing your SSDI or SSI benefits -
12 Jan 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMOn-Site Recruiting Event at RochesterWorks
Meet recruiters, submit your resume, and learn more about the hiring process for their open positions.
RochesterWorks Career Center
Attending Businesses:
• Always Compassionate Home Care
• Sherwin Williams
100 College Ave., Suite 200
Rochester, NY 14607 -
12 Jan 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMTicket to Work
You will learn what the Ticket to Work program is, eligibility, benefits to assigning your ticket, how working may affect your benefits.
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
17 Jan 09:00 AM - 03:00 PMACM Global Laboratories Hiring Event!
ACM Global Laboratories is hosting interviews for Laboratory Specimen Management Technicians!
ACM Headquarters
160 Elmgrove Park
Rochester, NY 14624 -
17 Jan 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMNegotiating Your Job Offer
In this workshop learn:
Hybrid at 100 College Ave & Zoom
What is negotiable
How to determine what is important to you
What to say when negotiating -
17 Jan 01:00 PM - 03:00 PMInterviewing Beyond the Basics (Hybrid at College Ave & Zoom)
In this workshop you will learn:
Hybrid 100 College Ave & Zoom
How to answer behavior based questions
What to expect from an interview
How to communicate your competencies with confidence
Addressing difficult questions -
18 Jan 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWinter Job Fair!
Meet with Hiring Managers in person and make valuable connections that can lead you to your next career!
Irondequoit Public Library
Participating Employers Include:
• AppleOne
• Harbor Freight
• Town of Irondequoit
• Walgreens
• YMCA and Many More!!
1290 Titus Avenue
Rochester, NY 14617 -
18 Jan 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMTraining Grant Workshop (At 100 College Ave)
This workshop will go over any questions you have on how to fill out the RochesterWorks Training grant application and process. RochesterWorks training grant is for Monroe County residents or residents who worked in Monroe County and have been dislocated. For specific eligibility questions please contact our Training Grant line at 585-258-3500 option 4
100 College Avenue, Suite 200
**Please note: This workshop is in-person at the RochesterWorks Career Center at 100 College Avenue Rochester, NY 14607. **
Contact RochesterWorks directly when requesting an accommodation: (585) 258-3500 TTY 800-662-1220
Rochester, NY 14607 -
18 Jan 01:00 PM - 03:00 PMSoft Skills to Get Hard Results
Soft skills are the hidden gem in the workplace. In this virtual workshop you will discover the importance of soft skills and learn:
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite
•The difference between hard and soft skills
•How to demonstrate your soft skills on the resume
•How to use soft skills while interviewing
•Strategies to put into place that show you’re a good fit to the organization -
19 Jan 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMOn-Site Recruiting Event at RochesterWorks
Meet recruiters, submit your resume, and learn more about the hiring process for their open positions.
RochesterWorks Career Center
Attending Businesses:
• Maximus
• YMCA of Greater Rochester
100 College Ave., Suite 200
Rochester, NY 14607 -
19 Jan 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMMarketing Plan
Your Best Guide to Job Search
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
19 Jan 01:00 PM - 02:00 PMPreparing Your Personal Finances as You Start a New Business
Having control over personal expenses can set a small business owner up for success. This workshop will review strategies to help you.
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
20 Jan 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM5 Steps to Rapid Employment Info Session (At 100 College Ave)
This one hour informational session will provide you with an outline of our 5 day training: The 5 Steps to Rapid Employment. RochesterWorks is one of the few one-stops to offer this dynamic free training by our certified coaches and instructors. It is comprehensive, motivational and filled with practical strategies to help you kick start your job campaign.
100 College Avenue, Suite 200
Rochester, NY 14607 -
20, 27 Jan 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMThe Highlands at Pittsford Open Interviews
Open Interviews - OPEN TO ALL!
300 Hahnemann Trail
Walk-ins are always welcome!
Current Opportunities:
• Housekeepers
• Resident Care Aides
• Wait Staff
• Safety & Security Officer
Pittsford, NY 14534 -
23 Jan 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMIt's All About the Language
Explore using the art of language to help us achieve our goals and communicate in a manner that provides us with a way to send our message for positive results.
Workshop via Eventbrite -
23 Jan 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM(dis)ABILTY Job Search Group
Addressing Gaps in Employment
Virtual Session via Eventbrite -
23 Jan 01:00 PM - 03:00 PMWayne County Job Fair
Attending Businesses:
Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES
• LSI Solutions Inc
• Reliant Credit Union
• Optimax and More!
Job Openings for Attending Businesses:
• RN / LPN
• Teacher Aide
• Forklift Operator and Many More!!
437 Vienna Street
Newark NY 14513 -
23 Jan 01:00 PM - 03:00 PMLeveraging Your Transferable Skills
One of the most valuable tools you can have in your job search tool box are your transferable skills. In this workshop you’ll learn:
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite
•What transferable skills are
•The difference between hard & soft skills
•How you define and identify your transferable skills
•How to apply and leverage those skills in your job search as well as on your resume and in the job interview -
24 Jan 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMDebunking the Myths: Getting Past Age Bias
50+ Series Job Search Series with Rita
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
24 Jan 01:00 PM - 04:00 PMDePaul Open Interviews
DePaul offers a wide range of employment opportunities in the areas of senior living, mental health residential and support services; affordable housing, vocational programming and addiction prevention and support.
Edgerton Square
435 Dewey Avenue
Rochester, NY 14613 -
24 Jan 02:00 PM - 06:00 PMBausch + Lomb Job Fair
Immediately Hiring:
1400 North Goodman Street
Advanced Manufacturing & Electro-Mechanical Technicians
Rochester, NY -
24 Jan 03:00 PM - 05:00 PMThompson Health Job Fair
Onsite interviews with hiring managers at the event!
F.F. Thompson Hospital
Now Hiring:
• RN/LPN
• Patient Care Tech/CAN
• Nutrition Services
• Environmental Services
• Clinical Secretary…and More!!
350 Parrish Street
Canandaigua, NY 14424
Constellation Center for Health & Healing -
25 Jan 09:00 AM - 11:00 AMAsk the Career Advisor Anything Job Search Related: Job Strategy Group
Get an open, honest and relevant answer to your job search questions.
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
25 Jan 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMPop Up Services at R-Centers
Focus: Medical
Lightfoot R-Center
What you’ll find:
• City/County Partners Employment
• Medical & Mental Healthcare Resources
• Childcare, Early Childhood Centers Employment
271 Flint Street
Rochester, NY 14608 -
25 Jan 01:00 PM - 02:30 PMJob Transition and What it Means for You
Going through a job transition and need some tips on how to navigate it?
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite
We will cover the phases of a job transition, self-care tips, grieving your previous role, and more! -
25 Jan 02:00 PM - 04:00 PMThe Highlands at Pittsford Open Interviews
Open Interviews - OPEN TO ALL!
300 Hahnemann Trail
Walk-ins are always welcome!
Current Opportunities:
• Housekeepers
• Resident Care Aides
• Wait Staff
• Safety & Security Officer
Pittsford, NY 14534 -
26 Jan 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMNavigating the Financial Aspects of Job Transition
This virtual workshop will cover the financial aspects of a job transition including retirement plan distribution rules, reducing your income tax bracket and timing of Social Security.
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
26 Jan 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMOn-Site Recruiting Event at RochesterWorks
Meet recruiters, submit your resume, and learn more about the hiring process for their open positions.
RochesterWorks Career Center
Attending Businesses:
• Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)
• Volunteers of America
100 College Ave., Suite 200
Rochester, NY 14607 -
30 Jan 01:00 PM - 03:00 PMVirtual Interviewing
In this workshop you will learn about:
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite
• SCAR stories
• How to prepare for Skype, Microsoft Teams, Google Hangouts, or Zoom interviews
• General interview preparation tips
• How to set up your virtual interviewing space
• Camera tips and tricks
• How to dress for a virtual interview -
31 Jan 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMUsing Business Incentives to Market Yourself
Learn about On the Job Training Grants, (OJT), and Incentives available for potential employers.
Virtual Workshop via Eventbrite -
31 Jan 02:00 PM - 04:00 PMGenesee County Job Fair
We anticipate having 25 actively hiring local employers!
587 East Main Street
Batavia, NY 14020