Dear Community, As many of us waited in anticipation in the case against Officer Bradley Vinson, the reminders of protests related to the shooting of Keith Scott looms in our minds. Most important, many of us imagine the social and economic disparities that lead to mistrust no...
9/12/2016 After a comprehensive national search, Charlotte Works has appointed Patrick Graham as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective Nov. 1, 2016. Graham comes aboard with more than 20 years of nonprofit experience – the last 15 of which have been in Charlotte – spanning...
“We have specific criteria when we’re looking for candidates,” says Chanterielle Francis, human resources generalist with WESTMED Practice Partners. “They should have a healthcare and/or customer service background to be considered. NCWorks was key in helping identify that talent.” At an April hiring event, Francis and...
Workforce by the Numbers is our monthly look at the statistics and data that are shaping the workforce in the Charlotte region. Dodge Analytics, the leading provider of data analytics for the North American construction industry, predicts that it will grow by six percent in 2016....
One of the most useful tools in NCWorks Online for both job-seekers and employers is also one of the most neglected: the background section of an individual's personal profile. This is the place where you can really set yourself apart from the competition by listing your employment...
Start the WIOA Classroom Training scholarship grant process today! You may be enjoying the spring’s blue skies and green grass, but you should be thinking about fall’s yellow leaves and crunchy brown grass underfoot, says your NCWorks Career Centers’ team. Just as some high school students are...
Discover a career path or sharpen your skills during these workshops May 16 to 27! New Light — Criminal Expungements Monday, May 16 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. 5601 Executive Center Dr. (28212) [] Attorney Shawna Howard leads this overview of the types of expungements available for individuals with a...
Spring is so on at your NCWorks Career Centers! Check out all our exciting news: Have you ever wanted to be a movie star? Marinella Hume Casting seeks paid background performers for “Shots Fired,” a 20th Century Fox television show now shooting in Charlotte. Casting crews will be...
“There’s a stigma to being on unemployment and receiving any type of benefits and being ‘lazy,’” notes Dennis Chisholm. “I’d rather receive an education than unemployment benefits any day.” And it’s just this inspired and motivated attitude that led NCWorks Career Center staff to deem Chisholm...
Workforce by the Numbers is our monthly look at the statistics and data that are shaping the workforce in the Charlotte region. IT is hot The technology sector is growing rapidly, spurred by the needs of major firms to meet their data needs and develop solutions and...