WDB Solano

CASAS Assessment - WDB Vallejo
2023-10-19 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
The Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems (CASAS) test is used to determine a person’s skill level in math and reading. This assessment is offered free of charge and is available to the public at the following location:
Workforce Development Board of Solano County
1440 Marin Street
Vallejo, CA
No appointment is necessary! Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the start of the session as late arrivals will not be admitted.
For more information, please call 707-863-3500 or email info@solanowdb.org.

Vallejo Career Fair
2023-10-24 10:00 - 13:00
The Solano WDB and Solano Community College are partnering to offer an in-person Career Fair at Solano Community College’s Vallejo Campus.
WHEN: October 24, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Solano Community College, 545 Columbus Parkway, Vallejo, CA 94591
Pre-registration is encouraged!
If you are a business that would like to participate in the Career Fair, please contact Jesus Becerra at jbecerra@solanowdb.org.
For more details and to pre-register, CLICK HERE!
Attending Employers:

(USPS) United States Postal Service
Recology
BART
KettlePOP
Department of Homeland Security
Amazon
SF Bay Goodwill
Archway Recovery Services
Michael’s Transportation Service Inc.
Mistras Group, Inc.
The Meritage Resort & Spa
Apex Care
Bay Hauling
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
City of Vallejo Police Department

…….more to be added

Digital Soft Skills Virtual Workshop
2023-10-24 14:00 - 15:00
Digital Soft Skills worksop is now available virtually and in-person!
This workshop is geared towards assisting individuals or groups who wish to seek employment, leads, or obtain virtual job searching tips.
In this workshop you will receive tips on:

Workplace Professionalism
Mock Virtual Interviews
Virtual Interview Platforms
Digital Footprints
Techno-Fear Factors
Fising in your O*NET
S.M.A.R.T. Employment Goals

Join workshop will be offered virtually only via Zoom on October 24th.
JOIN THE WORKSHOP VIRTUALLY HERE!

CANCELLED: Planning & Oversight Committee Meeting
2023-10-24 15:00 - 17:00
THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

Meetings are scheduled to take place at:
Workforce Development Board of Solano County
500 Chadbourne Road, Suite A
Fairfield, CA 94534
Any change of location will be posted on the agenda prior to the meeting.
Agendas will be distributed and posted no less than 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting. Meeting announcements and agendas can be found at:
https://solanoemployment.org/board-of-directors.
For information regarding Planning & Oversight Committee meetings, contact Tammy Gallentine, Executive & Board Support Specialist, at 707.863.3552 or by email at tgallentine@solanowdb.org. If a reasonable accommodation is needed due to a disability, contact Marion Aiken, EO/AA/ADA Officer, at 707.863.3594 or by email at maiken@solanowdb.org at least two weeks prior to the meeting date.

Interviewing Basics Virtual Workshop
2023-10-24 15:30 - 16:15
Need to brush up on those interviewing skills? Learn the 6 (six) things interviewers want to learn from a candidate and 10 (ten) strategies to help you prepare for answering the interviewer’s toughest questions. Find out how to respond to the 10 most commonly asked interview questions and 9 commonly asked illegal questions. Get tips and techniques to use during a behavioral interview. Be sure to download the Interviewing 101 handout before the workshop.
This workshop is being offered virtually only on October 24th.
Join Virtually Here!

Job Fair organized by Shelter Inc.
2023-10-26 10:00 - 12:00
Shelter Inc. is happy to bring a multiple employer job fair to the Workforce Development Board. Bring your resume and dress for success.
The job fair begins at 10:00 a.m.
Need job search assistance? Learn about no cost basic services and assisted job seeker services offered at the Workforce Development Board. Inquire by emailing info@solanowdb.org.

Manufacturing Job Fair (Virtual)
2023-11-01 15:00 - 17:00
Are you looking for a skilled trades or entry-level job in Manufacturing in the Bay Area? If so, please sign up for our (virtual) Job Fair.
WHEN: NOVEMBER 1, 2023 (Wednesday), 3 pm – 5 pm
WHERE: Anywhere you are! It’s virtual.
WHO: Anyone looking for a skilled trades or entry-level job in manufacturing – CAD, machinist, technicians (electronic, maintenance, QC), welder, warehousing, production tech, assembler, driver, etc.
COMPANIES ATTENDING: Various employers with employment opportunities will be in attendance.
SPONSORS: Bay Area Community Colleges, AMBayArea, Workforce Development organizations
REGISTER TODAY to get updates on companies attending and how to sign-on to the online platform.
View the flyer here for more details!

Road to Employment - Vacaville Cultural Center Library
2023-11-02 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 - Vallejo Springstowne Library
2023-11-07 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

Mindfulness
2023-11-08 11:00 - 11:30
Join us for a moment of peace and tranquility. Clear your mind. Relax.
What is mindfulness?
Being present in the here and now. In this class we close our eyes, inhale and exhale. That’s all! There is relaxing music and an oasis from our busy everyday lives.
Mindfulness 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 Virtually Here! via Zoom.
Meeting ID: 823 0871 9419
Passcode: [REDACTED]
For more information, email us at info@solanowdb.org

Office Closed
2023-11-10
Our office will be closed November 10th in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.

Road to Employment - Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
2023-11-14 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

Mindfulness (Pre-Recorded)
2023-11-15 11:00 - 11:30
Today’s Mindfulness session is pre-recorded.
Enjoy the pre-recorded video here.
Join us for a moment of peace and tranquility. Clear your mind. Relax.
What is mindfulness?
Being present in the here and now. In this class we close our eyes, inhale and exhale. That’s all! There is relaxing music and an oasis from our busy everyday lives.
Mindfulness is offered both virtually and in-person. Please check the calendar for live events.
For more information, email us at info@solanowdb.org

Planning Your Job Search Workshop
2023-11-15 15:00 - 16:00
Let’s face it. The job market has changed! This workshop will help you identify high-demand industries and in-demand jobs, as well as share great tips on how to job search during the pandemic. Managing your personal life can become overwhelming at times but adding time to job search can really take a toll on your everyday tasks. Learn best practices for brainstorming, preparing your job search schedule (complete with assigning due dates and priorities), tracking your progress, self-delegation, and caring for yourself in the midst of it all.
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 Virtually Here!

WDB Board of Directors Meeting
2023-11-17 08:30 - 10:30
Meetings are scheduled to take place at:
Workforce Development Board of Solano County
500 Chadbourne Road, Suite A
Fairfield, CA 94534
Any change of location will be posted on the agenda prior to the meeting.
Agendas will be distributed and posted no less than 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting. Meeting announcements and agendas can be found at:
https://solanoemployment.org/board-of-directors.
For information regarding Board meetings, contact Tammy Gallentine, Executive & Board Support Specialist, at 707.863.3552 or by email at tgallentine@solanowdb.org. If a reasonable accommodation is needed due to a disability, contact Marion Aiken, EO/AA/ADA Officer, at 707.863.3594 or by email at maiken@solanowdb.org at least two weeks prior to the meeting date.

DEI in a Small Business Seminar
2023-12-13 10:00 - 11:30
DEI in a Small Business
Sponsored by the Workforce Development Board of Solano County
Description
There’s no shortage of research and data that shows companies focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are more successful. To reap those benefits, organizations must start with a DEI plan. This session will focus on helping businesses take the first step in creating a plan and making a dedicated effort towards diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Objectives include:

Defining DEI at work
Why DEI Matters for Small Businesses
Planning for DEI
Strategies to Create an Inclusive Culture
Setting clear expectations for Respect, Civility and Inclusion in the workplace

This seminar will be held virtually.
This complimentary training is sponsored by the Workforce Development Board of Solano County for Solano County employers.
Approved for 1.5 HRCI Credits. The use of this seal confirms that this activity has met HR Certification Institute’s (HRCI) criteria for recertification pre-approval.
Approved for 1.5 SHRM Credits. CEA is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CPSM or SHRM-SCP. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit shrmcertification.org.
REGISTER TODAY!!

Office Closed
2023-12-25
Our office will be closed December 25th in observance of the Christmas Day holiday.

Office Closed
2024-01-01
Our office will be closed January 1st in observance of the New Year holiday.

The Interview S.T.A.R. Workshop
2024-01-02 09:00 - 09:45
The Interview S.T.A.R. workshop gives you straight forward narrative techniques you can use. Need to brush up on those interviewing skills? Learn the 4 S.T.A.R. techniques that can leave an impression on the interviewer and strategies to help you prepare for answer the interveiewer’s toughest questions. In addition, find out how to respond to the most asked interview questions and how to listen for commonly asked illegal questions. These S.T.A.R. tips and techniques are userful during a behavioral interview.
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 Virtually Here!

Virtually Job Ready Workshop
2024-01-02 10:00 - 11:00
This workshop is geared towards assisting individuals or groups who wish to seek employment, leads, or obtain virtual job searching tips.
In this workshop you will receive tips on:

Mock Virtual Interviews
Respecting Diversity in the Workplace
Virtual Interview Platforms
Digital Footprints
Techno-Fear Factors
Fising in your O*NET
S.M.A.R.T. Employment Goals

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 THE WORKSHOP VIRTUALLY HERE!

Your S.M.A.R.T. Employment Plan
2024-01-03 15:00 - 16:00
The job market has evolved! It’s so important we develop a S.M.A.R.T. plan. This workshop will share great valuable tips you can use to set realistic obtainable goals. You will also learn how to job search post-pandemic, including tips on balancing your personal life while seeking employment. Having a S.M.A.R.T. plan offers you the opportunity to stay focused on your employment goals and may allow you to acheive your employment goal expeditiously. Plan S.M.A.R.T by incorporating the techniques from the workshop.
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 Virtually Here!

Resume Transformation Workshop
2024-01-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-08 15:00 - 16:00
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. By the close of the workshop, you will have information on how to create an ATS friendly resume.
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 Virtually Here!

Managing Stress & Burnout Training Webinar
2024-01-09 11:00 - 12:30
Does your staff feel increased presure at work because of changing roles, client needs, and external factors that affect job performance? When an employee feels physically and mentally overwhelmed by stress on the job they are at risk of burnout.
This session explains what burnout is; then helps you to recognize the warning signs in yourself, shows you how to avoid it, and helps you re-engage your employees at work!
Topics covered include:

Idntify the causes of stress
Identify the type of stress – good or bad
Recognize the consequences of stress
Recognize the warning signs of burnout
Strategies for coping and managing stress

This webinar will be held virtually.
This complimentary training is sponsored by the Workforce Development Board of Solano County for Solano County employers and is made possible by funding from Solano County.
Approved for 1.5 HRCI Credits.
Approved for 1.5 SHRM Credits.
REGISTER TODAY!!!

Office Closed
2024-01-15
Our office will be closed January 15 in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday.

Solano Business Summit
2024-01-25 08:30 - 12:00 | The Daily Desk, 490 Chadbourne Road, Suite a100, Fairfield, CA, 94534
Join CEA and the Workforce Development Board of Solano County for a half-day business summit at The Daily Desk to help you kick off 2024 with peace of mind.
Schedule of Events:
8:30 – 9:00 a.m. | Registration, coffee, and pastries
9:00 – 9:30 a.m. | Welcome Presentation
Presented by Heather Henry, President & Executive Director, Workforce Development Board of Solano County
Learn more about the current workforce trends in Solano County and discover how the workforce landscape is evolving post-COVID in 2024 and beyond.
9:30 – 11:00 a.m. | 2024 Labor Law Update
Presented by Kim Gusman, President & CEO, California Employers Association
There are major changes on the horizon for California employers in 2024, so this is a training you don’t want to miss! From a myriad of new employee rights to handbook policies and new required posters/notices, we will cover these issues and many more.
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Leading with Intention
Presented by Jessica Rivera, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP, Training & Coaching Director, California Employers Association
Elevate your leadership skills to new heights! Delve into the art of effective communication, intentional role modeling, and leading with purpose. Enhance your ability to communicate persuasively and authentically. Develop a leadership style that aligns with your values and inspires others.
REGISTER TODAY!!

CANCELLED: Resume Transformation Workshop
2024-02-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-02-05 15:00 - 16:00
The resume serves as a powerful strategic tool that’s capable of opening doors to new employment opportunities. This workshop offers throughful tips on how you can transform your resume into a compelling marketing tool that exhibites your unique skills. During the workshop we will discuss different resume formats and trasferable soft skills. By the close of the workshop, you will have information on how to create an ATS friendly resume.
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

Wellness Certification Series
2024-02-06 10:00 - 11:30
Description:
Elevate your workplace wellness and watch your teams thrive! Join us for this interactive, engaging 4-part wellness certification series and learn how to:

Boost morale and employee satisfaction.
Increase productivity through improved well-being.
Foster a positive workplace culture.
Enhance team collaboration and communication.

Registration for this event confirms you for all 4 sessions in the series.

2/06/24 WEEK 1: Managing Stress & Burnout at Work
How to re-engage your employees and bring the fun back to work! Does your staff feel increased pressure at work because of changing roles, client needs, and external factors that affect job performance? When an employee feels physically and mentally overwhelmed by stress on the job they are at risk of burnout.

Burnout happens when people who have previously been highly committed to a job lose all interest and motivation. It mainly strikes highly committed, passionate, hardworking, and successful people—and it holds a special fear for those who care passionately about their careers and about the work they do. This session explains what burnout is. It then helps you to recognize the warning signs in yourself, shows you how to avoid it, and helps you re-engage your employees at work!

Learning Objectives

Identify the causes of stress
Identify the type of stress—good or bad
Recognize the consequences of stress
Recognize the warning signs of burnout
Strategies for coping and managing stress

2/13/24 WEEK 2: Harmony Across Generations: Inclusivity in the Workplace

From Black & White TV to ChaptGPT…
Did you know we currently have 5 generations in the workplace? Work, communication and preferences are all influenced by the a person’s generation. Each generation in your company has a difference in the way they work, think and how they perform their work. These differences can lead to difficulties and conflicts within your work teams. It can also be an opportunity to build a better team that uses the strengths of each generation to that bring the best out of each person. This training will help you bridge the generation gap!

Topics include:

What are the generations in the workplace
Identify each generations work style
How to avoid workplace misunderstanding & conflicts between generations
Develop strategies to overcome gap issues
Identify recruiting & retention strategies that work for each generation

2/20/24 WEEK 3: Creating a Culture of Professionalism, Civility, and Respect in the Workplace
A culture of trust, professionalism, and respect enhances team efforts and goal attainment. It is essential that effective communication, trust, and respect be honored in the workplace as the foundation for a productive environment. The diversity in today’s workplace, not only involves differences in race, gender, and culture, but also differences in communication style, ages, education, and values. With insight, understanding, and skill development, we can learn to respect others and value differences as opportunities and strengths.
Learning Objectives

What is meant by workplace respect?
Barriers to understanding and respect
Strategies for respectful communication
Etiquette in the workplace
Embracing diversity & inclusion
Communication across generations
The importance of validation and appreciation

2/27/24 WEEK 4: Wellness in the Workplace
In the dynamic world of today’s workplace, the significance of employee well-being cannot be emphasized enough. It’s time to take a closer look at how to bring more Wellness into the Workplace. A truly successful Wellness Program transcends the provision of gym memberships or lunchtime yoga classes. It requires active participation in attitudes and behaviors in the workplace that elevate the work experience for employees and positively influences their quality of life.Employees who are fully engaged in their professional and personal lives tend to be happier, loyal and more productive overall.This session presents innovative ideas for implementing a Wellness Program in your company. These ideas and strategies are designed to actively engage and inspire employees in your workplace.
Topics include:

Recognizing the importance of workplace well-being
Cultivating a wellness-oriented culture
Implementing Wellness Programs and Initiatives
Discover how coaching can reveal the untapped potential of employees

This series is sponsored by the Workforce Development Board of Solano County and is made possible by funding from Solano County.
Continuing Education credits will be provided at the end of the series for registrants who have attended all 4 sessions live.
Approved for HRCI and SHRM credits.
Registration is required by visiting California Employers Association.

Office Closed
2024-02-19
Our office will be closed February 19th in observance of theWashington’s Birthday holiday.
