In observance of Ohio’s In-Demand Jobs Week, Clark State Workforce and Business Solutions will offer a series of free webinars on May 5, 6 and 7.
Ohio In-Demand Jobs Week begins May 4 and is the statewide celebration of the jobs, industries and skills that are in-demand in Ohio. Community leaders statewide are encouraged to partner and plan engaging virtual events and activities that will inspire excitement and awareness among students and job seekers.
“We are excited to collaborate with so many of our great partners to provide this webinar series, especially during Ohio In-Demand Jobs Week,” said Lesli Beavers, director of Clark State’s Workforce and Business Solutions. “It is important that we all collaborate during this time and communicate all of the resources and best practices available so both businesses and adult learners are prepared as our workforce ecosystem recovers from COVID-19 disruption.”
The Ohio Department of Education defines in-demand jobs as those that pay a sustainable wage and offer a promising future based on the projected number of openings and growth. Ohio has in-demand jobs in more than 200 occupations across a wide range of industries.
“We have an opportunity, right now, to upskill and fill the pipeline demand that we know is coming as displaced workers find new career opportunities,” said Beavers.
Workforce Resource Panel
May 5, 2020 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
This panel discussion will be applicable to all industries as we discuss workforce pipeline and recovery strategies from both a state and regional level.
Matthew Longfellow, ApprenticeOhio, will discuss the proven value of a Registered Apprenticeship program.
Dillon Charney, OhioMeansJobs Clark County, will discuss the myriad of services available, including hiring assistance and funding opportunities.
Lesli Beavers, Clark State Community College, will discuss state level resources, including TechCred and other applicable resources from the Lt. Governor's Office of Workforce Transformation and training best practices as businesses begin to recover in the wake of COVID-19.
Register here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6364887402194691595
Manufacturing: COVID-19 and Other Updates
May 6, 2020 | TBD
This panel discussion, featuring FASTLANE, will discuss COVID-19, workforce training and recovery and other relevant topics.
Mary Miller, FASTLANE, will discuss securing PPE and helping your workforce feel safe, as well as support services FASTLANE can provide in the new normal.
Lesli Beavers, Clark State Community College, will discuss resources to hire and train your workforce pipeline through recovery and production ramp up, as well as highlight available best practice models. She will also discuss partnership opportunities between Clark State and FASTLANE to help fund training.
Dr. Nikki Brown, Clark State Community College, will give an update on Clark State's Manufacturing Management Technology bachelor's degree, including the response to COVID-19 and how to enroll for Fall 2020.
Register here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4632399024937969163
Business Development Skills in the Digital Economy
May 7, 2020 | 12 - 1 p.m.
According to the Ohio In-Demand Jobs List, there are currently over 16,000 open sales careers in Ohio with an average salary of $56,000.
Participants will learn about Clark State’s comprehensive virtual career development program to train individuals preparing for new employment in the wake of COVID-19.
Now offered at a reduced tuition, Clark State’s Professional Sales Ready Certification is highly effective in arming students with the virtual technology skills used by businesses adjusting to the digital economy. Participants will learn about the ever-growing demand for business development and sales careers, the curriculum and the competitive advantages to be gained.
Students will discover the technology, including Salesforce and other sales engagement platforms, such as Groove, and tools and sales planning activities for successful business development.
Register here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1590360413136060941