Acing Your Next Interview
2024-09-23 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-24 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-09-30 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-01 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-10-07 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-08 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Need to brush up on those interviewing skills? Learn the four STAR (Situation, Task, Action, and Results) techniques that can leave a lasting impression on the interviewer and strategies to help you prepare for answering the toughest questions. The STAR method is a technique that interviewers use to ask behavioral interview questions and gather information about a candidate’s relevant skills. Be STAR ready!
Additionally, discover how to respond to the most frequently asked interview questions and how to recognize and handle commonly asked illegal questions.
This workshop is offered both virtually and in-person. Those interested in attending in person may join us at our Fairfield location at:
Workforce Development Board of Solano County
500 Chadbourne Road, Suite A
Fairfield, CA 94534
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Creating an Effective Resume
2024-09-24 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-09-25 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-09-30 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-10-01 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-10-02 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-10-07 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-10-08 09:00 - 10:00
The resume serves as a powerful strategic tool that’s capable of opening doors to new employment opportunities. This workshop offers tips on how you can transform your resume into a compelling marketing tool that exhibits your unique skills. During the workshop we will discuss different resume formats and transferable soft skills including ATS friendly resume formatting. An ATS friendly resume is a resume that is formatted to be easily scanned by Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). ATS’s are software used by employers and recruiters to sort, scan, and rank job applications. ATS resumes should feature keywords relevant to the position you are applying for.
This workshop is offered both virtually and in-person. Those interested in attending in person may join us at our Fairfield location at:
Workforce Development Board of Solano County
500 Chadbourne Road, Suite A
Fairfield, CA 94534
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Road to Employment - Vallejo Adult School
2024-09-24 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-10-08 10:30 - 12:30
Do you need additional help finding employment? Interested in learning more about available programs? The WDB is in your neighborhood and happy to help you navigate your road to employment. We can even help with employment barriers due to child support.
Our staff is happy to bring services into the community free of charge and is available at the following location:
Vallejo Adult School
436 Del Sur Street
Vallejo, CA 94591
No appointment is necessary! For more information, contact:
Sheryl Cutler scutler@solanowdb.org or 707-863-3598 OR
Brian Green bgreen@solanowdb.org or 707-419-7414

Road to Employment - Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
2024-09-24 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-08 14:00 - 16:00
Do you need additional help finding employment? Interested in learning more about available programs? The WDB is in your neighborhood and happy to help you navigate your road to employment. We can even help with employment barriers due to child support.
Our staff is happy to bring services into the community free of charge and is available at the following location:
Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
505 Santa Clara Street
Vallejo, CA 94590
No appointment is necessary! For more information, contact:
Sheryl Cutler scutler@solanowdb.org or 707-863-3598 OR
Brian Green bgreen@solanowdb.org or 707-419-7414

Road to Employment - Fairfield-Suisun Adult School
2024-09-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-01 17:00 - 19:00
Do you need additional help finding employment? Interested in learning more about available programs? The WDB is in your neighborhood and happy to help you navigate your road to employment. We can even help with employment barriers due to child support.
Our staff is happy to bring services into the community free of charge and is available at the following location:
Fairfield-Suisun Adult School
900 Travis Boulevard
Fairfield, CA 94533
No appointment is necessary! For more information, contact:
Sheryl Cutler scutler@solanowdb.org or 707-863-3598 OR
Brian Green bgreen@solanowdb.org or 707-419-7414

Digital Job Search Strategies
2024-09-25 14:15 - 15:15, 2024-10-02 14:15 - 15:15
Digital job search leverages online platforms and tools, such as job boards, social media, and professional networking sites like LinkedIn, to find and apply for job opportunties. Candidates can create and submit digital resumes and portfolios, while employers use softward to manage applications efficiently. This approach offers greater accessiblity and convenience, making it easier job seekers to connect with potential employers and navigate the job market. In this workshop, we will share valuable tips to optimize your digital job search strategy and enhance your changes of success.
This workshop is offered both virtually and in-person. Those interested in attending in person may join us at our Fairfield location at:
Workforce Development Board of Solano County
500 Chadbourne Road, Suite A
Fairfield, CA 94534
JOIN US VIRTUALLY!

Road to Employment - Vacaville Adult School
2024-09-25 16:30 - 18:30
Do you need additional help finding employment? Interested in learning more about available programs? The WDB is in your neighborhood and happy to help you navigate your road to employment. We can even help with employment barriers due to child support.
Our staff is happy to bring services into the community free of charge and is available at the following location:
Muzetta Thrower Adult Education Center
194 Bella Vista Road
Vacaville, CA 95687
No appointment is necessary! For more information, contact:
Sheryl Cutler scutler@solanowdb.org or 707-863-3598 OR
Brian Green bgreen@solanowdb.org or 707-419-7414

Typing Test - Vallejo
2024-09-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-03 11:00 - 12:00
Need to take a typing test? Need a typing certificate? The WDB is happy to offer a FREE typing test and certificate!
Typing tests are available at the Vallejo Job Center location (1440 Marin Street, Vallejo, CA 94590). Late arrivals will not be admitted.
Typing tests are also held at our Fairfield location (500 Chadbourne Road, Suite A, Fairfield, CA) every Monday at 10:30 a.m. and Friday at 2:30 p.m. Late arrivals will not be admitted.
Appointments are not necessary.
Call 707-863-3500 or email info@solanowdb.org for questions.

Road to Employment - Vacaville Cultural Center Library
2024-09-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-03 14:00 - 16:00
Do you need additional help finding employment? Interested in learning more about available programs? The WDB is in your neighborhood and happy to help you navigate your road to employment. We can even help with employment barriers due to child support.
Our staff is happy to bring services into the community free of charge and is available at the following location:
Vacaville Cultural Center Library
1020 Ulatis Drive
Vacaville, CA 95687
No appointment is necessary! For more information, contact:
Sheryl Cutler scutler@solanowdb.org or 707-863-3598 OR
Brian Green bgreen@solanowdb.org or 707-419-7414

Road to Employment - Vacaville Town Square Library
2024-09-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-03 14:00 - 16:00
Do you need additional help finding employment? Interested in learning more about available programs? The WDB is in your neighborhood and happy to help you navigate your road to employment. We can even help with employment barriers due to child support.
Our staff is happy to bring services into the community free of charge and is available at the following location:
Vacaville Town Square Library
1 Town Square Place
Vacaville, CA 95688
No appointment is necessary! For more information, contact:
Sheryl Cutler scutler@solanowdb.org or 707-863-3598 OR
Brian Green bgreen@solanowdb.org or 707-419-7414

Solano Business Summit (virtual)
2024-09-30 10:00 - 14:00
Join local businesses for this virtual half-day summit of professional development. Designed to elevate your leadership skills, keep you up-to-date with California compliance training, and promote workplace wellness, this summit is FREE to all Solano County employers.

Schedule of Events:
10:00 – 10:15 Introduction from Solano WDB and SBDC
10:15 – 11:15 Communicate Like a Leader, presented by Jessica Rivera, Training & Coaching Director
11:15 – 11:30 Break
11:30 – 12:30 Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) Information Session for Employers, presented by Giuliana Gabriel, Vice President of Human Resources
12:30 – 12:45 Break
12:45 – 1:45 Managing Stress & Burnout, presented by Kecia Hanson, Learning & Development Director
1:45 – 2:00 Q&A/Closing Comments
This series is sponsored by the Workforce Development Board of Solano County and is made possibly by funding from Solano County.
Approved fro HRCI and SHRM credits.
This event will be held virtually. For detailed information and a description of each session, visit the registration page here.
Registration is required to attend.

Road to Employment - Vallejo Springstowne Library
2024-10-01 14:00 - 16:00
Do you need additional help finding employment? Interested in learning more about available programs? The WDB is in your neighborhood and happy to help you navigate your road to employment. We can even help with employment barriers due to child support.
Our staff is happy to bring services into the community free of charge and is available at the following location:
Springstowne Library
1003 Oakwood Avenue
Vallejo, CA 94591
No appointment is necessary! For more information, contact:
Sheryl Cutler scutler@solanowdb.org or 707-863-3598 OR
Brian Green bgreen@solanowdb.org or 707-419-7414
