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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCSD-006-07 CI~mgron REPORT COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE April 23, 2007 Resolution #: G.R~- 3'Z()-Cr~ Date: Report #: CSD-006-07 File#: By-law #: Subject: COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT JOB OPPORTUNITY FAIR Recommendations: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report CSD-006-07 be received for information. Submitted 15 J . Caruana . ector of Community Services Reviewed by: ej ~~ Franklin Wu Chief Administrative Officer JPC/SM/SMJ. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOW MANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1 C 3A6 T (905)623-3379 F (905)623-5506 REPORT NO.: eSD-00G-07 PAGE 2 1.0 BACKGROUND 1.1 The Community Services Department hosted the first Job Opportunity Fair in Clarington at the Rickard Recreation Complex on Sunday, March 25, 2007. The objective of the day was to help create a larger pool of qualified part time candidates and to provide a "one stop shopping" approach for individuals looking for part time employment with the Municipality of Clarington. The Job Opportunity Fair also provided an opportunity to promote the department and the programs and services we provide. 1.2 The Community Services Department is one of the larger part time employers within the community, employing approximately 250 part time personnel each year. We have a responsibility to help develop personal skills and educate our youth on the employment opportunities available to them. The Job Opportunity Fair provided us with the opportunity to gather applications, resumes, answer questions and fast track the Criminal Reference Check (CPIC) and the first aid qualification process. 2.0 EVENT DETAILS 2.1 Doors opened to a large crowd at 9:00 a.m. for sign-in and to provide an opportunity for those in attendance to fill out job applications. Employment opportunity booklets, detailing the positions available within the department were on hand as well as interview and resume tip sheets. A PowerPoint presentation played continuously providing information on the various jobs available as well as showcasing part-time staff at work. 2.2 There was a brief presentation at 9:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. welcoming the participants to the Job Opportunity Fair, detailing the role they could play within the department and the skills they could acquire by being employed with the Municipality. Following the presentation, participants had an opportunity to visit the various booths representing each portfolio within the department as well as a booth representing Human Resources. Attendees were able to interact directly with the Supervisors and Coordinators regarding the positions that are offered. Participants could submit copies of their resumes, gather details on necessary qualifications and ask any pertinent questions. 2.3 There were over 200 youth in attendance at the Job Opportunity Fair. Staff were able to collect over 300 resumes and applications for a variety of positions within the department. Most importantly, staff had an opportunity to speak directly with potential staff, provide them with guidance in obtaining future employment and showcase the department and what we do within the community. REPORT NO.: CSD-006-07 PAGE 3 2.4 The Job Opportunity Fair was promoted through several media outlets including the Municipal website, local newspapers, marquees, flyers, posters, school announcements, community centres, Clarington Youth Advisory Board, The Firehouse Youth Centre, John Howard Society, Durham College and UOIT. In addition, information was included on the front cover and Page 2 of the Spring 2007 Community Guide. 3.0 COMMENTS 3.1 Overall staff believe the Job Opportunity Fair was a success and plan to host future similar events. In an effort to continually improve and build upon the successes of this year, future job fairs will be open to other Municipal departments in an effort to promote a greater array of part-time opportunities (i.e. Operations Department and Emergency and Fire Services Department). Staff will also be investigating the possibility of including youth development opportunities/workshops on topics such as resume writing, interview preparation and young worker safety. 3.2 This is the first event of its kind to be offered by the Municipality of Clarington. It is the recommendation of staff to hold job opportunity fairs annually that coincide with the Community Services Department's peak hiring season.