Greater Raritan

SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
2020-07-09 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | GoToMeeting
SkillUp Greater Raritan, a service of the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, is a free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties. Participants have access to thousands of different courses, ranging from Business Etiquette to Microsoft Office, and Human Resources to Customer Service, and more.
During this hour-long GoToMeeting webinar, participants will learn how to register for SkillUp, explore career pathways, browse the course catalog, earn digital certificates, and start the classes, all for free. Other resources are shared.
No registration is necessary.
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/714704197
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (571) 317-3112
Access Code: 714-704-197
Sessions are planned every Thursday in July, at 9 a.m. each week. For more information, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.

SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
2020-07-02 09:00 - 10:00 | GoToMeeting
SkillUp Greater Raritan, a service of the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board, is a free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties. Participants have access to thousands of different courses, ranging from Business Etiquette to Microsoft Office, and Human Resources to Customer Service, and more.
During this hour-long GoToMeeting webinar, participants will learn how to register for SkillUp, explore career pathways, browse the course catalog, earn digital certificates, and start the classes, all for free. Other resources are shared.
No registration is necessary.
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/230380573
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (872) 240-3212
Access Code: 230-380-573
Sessions are planned every Thursday in July, at 9 a.m. each week. For more information, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.

SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
2020-06-25 17:00 - 18:00 | GoToMeeting
SkillUp Greater Raritan was launched this winter by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. This free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties allows participants to access hundreds of different courses, ranging from Business Etiquette to Microsoft Office, and Human Resources to Customer Service, and more.
During this hour-long GoToMeeting webinar, participants will learn how to register for SkillUp, explore career pathways, browse the course catalog, earn digital certificates, and start the classes, all for free.
No registration is necessary.
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/767932509
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
Access Code: 767-932-509
Sessions are planned every Thursday in June, at 5 p.m. each week. For more information, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.

GRWDB Quarterly Board Meeting - GoToMeeting
2020-06-25 14:30 - 16:00 | GoToMeeting
The quarterly GRWDB Board Meeting will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 25, as a GoToMeeting. The meeting will include a presentation on the Program Year 2020 budget effective July 1, 2020, discussion on updated eligibility documents for supportive services, discussion on a new Summer Youth Employment Program for Hunterdon and Somerset counties, and other workforce-related issues. A full agenda will be available on Monday, June 22. This meeting is open to the public; following are the meeting details:

Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
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United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
Access Code: 323-203-085

Meeting agendas can be found here on the GRWDB website. Newcomers, please RSVP to Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us.

Marijuana Impact Virtual Symposium
2020-06-25 12:30 - 14:00 | Zoom
Attention Hunterdon and Somerset County local government officials, legislators and business owners: You are invited to take part in a Marijuana Virtual Symposium running from 12:3 to 2 p.m. Thursday, June 25, to gain a better awareness on the topic of recreational marijuana.
The event is presented by the Safe Communities Coalition of Hunterdon and Somerset counties, and includes guest speakers from Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) and the New Jersey Prevention Network.
To register, go to www.tinyurl.com/MarijuanaImpactSymposium.

Career webinar: Mastering the Interview
2020-06-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Webex
The interview is one of the key elements of the job search process. This workshop being conducted from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 23, will allow participants to explore how to prepare for an interview, become familiar with questions to expect, and ask the question they should think about asking.
The event, hosted by the North County Branch Library of the Hunterdon County Library System, will feature Jan Goodman, community outreach specialist and career coach for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center.
This workshop will be conducted remotely via Webx, and pre-registration is required. To register, please use the following link: https://bit.ly/3h6RLPp, or email dneubauer@hclibrary.us.

SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
2020-06-18 17:00 - 18:00 | GoToMeeting
SkillUp Greater Raritan was launched this winter by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. This free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties allows participants to access hundreds of different courses, ranging from Business Etiquette to Microsoft Office, and Human Resources to Customer Service, and more.
During this hour-long GoToMeeting webinar, participants will learn how to register for SkillUp, explore career pathways, browse the course catalog, earn digital certificates, and start the classes, all for free.
No registration is necessary.
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/220097101
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (669) 224-3412
Access Code: 220-097-101
Sessions are planned every Thursday in June, at 5 p.m. each week. For more information, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.

SCBP Virtual BizFest 2020
2020-06-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting
The Somerset County Business Partnership is hosting Virtual BizFest 2020 on Thursday, June 18, starting at 8 a.m.
The event’s schedule:
8-9:30 a.m. – Back to Business Virtual Networking Event (limited to 25 attendees)

9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – Business Presentations (half-hour sessions, limited to first 20 companies; the schedule of webinars will be released in early June
3:30-5 p.m. – Back to Business Virtual Networking Event (limited to 25 attendees)
For details and registration, go to https://web.scbp.org/events/VirtualBizFest%202020-19428/details.

SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
2020-06-11 17:00 - 18:00 | GoToMeeting
SkillUp Greater Raritan was launched this winter by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. This free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties allows participants to access hundreds of different courses, ranging from Business Etiquette to Microsoft Office, and Human Resources to Customer Service, and more.
During this hour-long GoToMeeting webinar, participants will learn how to register for SkillUp, explore career pathways, browse the course catalog, earn digital certificates, and start the classes, all for free.
No registration is necessary.
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/908691909
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
Access Code: 908-691-909
Sessions are planned every Thursday in June, at 5 p.m. each week. For more information, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.

Career webinar: Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio
2020-06-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Google Hangout
The job market continues to change, as does the way we look for work. In the career webinar, Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio, participants will discuss the value of presenting yourself as a complete package by using a resume as an introduction to an employer and backing it up with a portfolio presented at the interview.
The Wednesday, June 10, webinar, beginning at 7 p.m., is hosted by the Somerset County Library System. The presenter is Jan Goodman, the community outreach specialist for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Center.
The workshop will be virtual via Google Hangouts, and pre-registration is required. To register, please use the following link: https://sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4332957, or email Manuela Miracle: mmiracle@sclibnj.org.

Career webinar: Mastering the Interview
2020-06-09 19:30 - 21:00 | Zoom
The interview is one of the key elements of the job search process. This Zoom workshop being conducted from 7:30. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, will allow participants to explore how to prepare for an interview, become familiar with questions to expect, and ask the question they should think about asking.
The event, presented by the Career Forum, will feature Jan Goodman, community outreach specialist and career coach for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Services Center.
This workshop will be conducted remotely via Zoom. Participants must have Zoom loaded on their home-based computers. No registration is required. To access the webinar, use: Meeting ID: 525 732 848; Passcode: [REDACTED]

SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
2020-06-04 17:00 - 18:00 | GoToMeeting
SkillUp Greater Raritan was launched this winter by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. This free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties allows participants to access hundreds of different courses, ranging from Business Etiquette to Microsoft Office, and Human Resources to Customer Service, and more.
During this hour-long GoToMeeting webinar, participants will learn how to register for SkillUp, explore career pathways, browse the course catalog, earn digital certificates, and start the classes, all for free.
No registration is necessary.
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/515513781
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (646) 749-3112
Access Code: 515-513-781
Sessions are planned every Thursday in June, at 5 p.m. each week. For more information, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.

SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
2020-05-28 14:00 - 15:00 | GoToMeeting
SkillUp Greater Raritan was launched this winter by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. This free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties allows participants to access hundreds of different courses, ranging from Business Etiquette to Microsoft Office, and Human Resources to Customer Service, and more.
During this hour-long GoToMeeting webinar, participants will learn how to register for SkillUp, explore career pathways, browse the course catalog, earn digital certificates, and start the classes, all for free.
No registration is necessary.
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/902168941
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (872) 240-3311
Access Code: 902-168-941
Sessions are planned every Thursday in April and May, at 2 p.m. each week. For more information, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.

RVCC Virtual Information Session
2020-05-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-05-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Learn about what Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) in Branchburg has to offer by participating in a Virtual Information Session in May. The college is offering Virtual General Information Sessions, as well as special virtual sessions for its Automotive, Cosmetology and Esthetics programs.
Virtual General Information Sessions have been scheduled for May 1, from 3-4 p.m.; May 15, from 6-7 p.m.; and May 28, from 10-11 a.m.
During the sessions, RVCC Admissions specialists will provide information about:

Enrolling in classes for the Summer and Fall Semesters, including online summer classes starting May 18
Programs designed to help students transfer to top colleges and universities in New Jersey, across the country, and even in Europe
Career training programs in high-demand fields that have been designed in partnership with local industry
Financial aid options and scholarship opportunities
Free tuition for those who qualify, through RVCC’s participation in the New Jersey Community College Opportunity Grant (CCOG) Program

Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions during the sessions.​
Registration is required to participate in the Virtual Information Sessions. For information about how to participate in any of the sessions, which are being run via a Zoom webinar, or to register, go to www.raritanval.edu/visit. For additional information, contact the Admissions Department at 908-526-1200, ext. 7009 or admissions@raritanval.edu.

Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce Virtual Open House
2020-05-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual Meeting
The Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce continues to provide a variety of services to its members and county businesses during the COVID era.
Prospective members can learn more during a Virtual Open House being conducted from 9 to 10 .m. Thursday, May 28. Members of the chamber staff will explore the organization’s many services, including a constantly expanded resource page for businesses.
To register, go to https://hunterdonnjcoc.wliinc15.com/events/VirtualMembership%20Open%20House-4942/details

Career Webinar: One-Stop Services for Job Seekers in the Midst of COVID-19
2020-05-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
Times of transition hold challenges and opportunities. What are your options in the throes of COVID-19? How can you leverage service offerings from the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center and access vital community resources.
Jan Goodman, community outreach specialist for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services, will present a webinar on resources available from the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center, which services Somerset and Hunterdon counties.
The webinar will be presented from 7 to 9 p.m.. on Wednesday, May 27, in conjunction with Jewish Family Service of Hunterdon, Somerset and Warren Counties. Pre-registration is required to receive Zoom invitation. Call Elise Prezant at 908-725-7799, ext. 108, or email: eprezant@JewishFamilySvc.org.

Career webinar: Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio
2020-05-26 13:30 - 15:30 | Webex
The job market continues to change, as does the way we look for work. In the career webinar, Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio, participants will discuss the value of presenting yourself as a complete package by using a resume as an introduction to an employer and backing it up with a portfolio presented at the interview.
The Tuesday, May 26, webinar, beginning at 1:30 p.m., is hosted by the North County Branch Library of the Hunterdon County Library System. The presenter is Jan Goodman, the community outreach specialist for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Training Center.
The workshop will be virtual via Webex, and pre-registration is required. To register, please use the following link: https://bit.ly/3fJNwZm,
or email Dana Neubauer: dneubauer@hclibrary.us.

SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
2020-05-21 14:00 - 15:00 | GoToMeeting
SkillUp Greater Raritan was launched this winter by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. This free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties allows participants to access hundreds of different courses, ranging from Business Etiquette to Microsoft Office, and Human Resources to Customer Service, and more.
During this hour-long GoToMeeting webinar, participants will learn how to register for SkillUp, explore career pathways, browse the course catalog, earn digital certificates, and start the classes, all for free.
No registration is necessary.
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/573385573
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (669) 224-3412
Access Code: 573-385-573
Sessions are planned every Thursday in April and May, at 2 p.m. each week. For more information, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.

RVCC Virtual Information Session
2020-05-19 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom
RVCC will offer a Virtual Information Session for its Beauty Professions programs on May 19, from 5-6:30 p.m.
During the virtual session, participants will learn about RVCC’s programs in Cosmetology and Esthetics (Skin Care), as well as the new Make-up Designory (MUD) courses. Participants also will have an opportunity to ask their questions about the programs. RVCC’s Cosmetology and Esthetics programs feature an accomplished teaching staff, innovative teaching methods, and opportunities for job shadowing and salon practicum. The programs offer proactive job placement for graduates.
For information about the Cosmetology or Esthetics programs, contact Marcia Bird at 908-526-1200, ext. 8618 or marcia.bird@raritanval.edu. For additional information about the programs, visit www.raritanval.edu/cosmetology or www.raritanval.edu/esthetics.
Registration is required to participate in the Virtual Information Sessions. For information about how to participate in any of the sessions, which are being run via a Zoom webinar, or to register, go to www.raritanval.edu/visit. For additional information, contact the Admissions Department at 908-526-1200, ext. 7009 or admissions@raritanval.edu.

GRWDB Disabilities Committee Meeting
2020-05-19 10:00 - 11:00 | GoToMeeting
Through policy, oversight, and planning, the GRWDB ensures that workforce training and education investments are responsive to and meet the needs of employers and jobseekers and is responsible for maintaining committees to help inform decision-making around services and priorities. One of those includes the GRWDB’s Disabilities Committee, which works to coordinate and integrate local disability services with each other and the One-Stop Career Center while seeking ways to expand and integrate local disability resources and services.
Because of the current Coronavirus situation, this meeting will be held remotely.
GRWDB Disabilities Committee Meeting
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/672836733
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United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
Access Code: 672-836-733
A meeting agenda will be posted here on the GRWDB website.
Newcomers, please RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org for details.

RVCC Virtual Information Session for Auto Tech Program
2020-05-14 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
A Virtual Information Session for RVCC’s Automotive Technology program will be held May 14, from 3-4 p.m.
During the event, prospective students will have an opportunity to learn about the innovative and successful program and explore the exciting career potential in the field of automotive technology. The Auto Tech program offers Subaru, Ford, Chrysler, or Toyota manufacturer’s training, enabling students to command a higher salary when they graduate. Students in the program earn additional industry credentials from Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS), Snap-On, Procut, NC3, Lift-it-Right, and other industry partners, allowing them to stand out to potential employers.
For additional information about the College’s Automotive Technology program, visit www.raritanval.edu/autotech or contact Inieka Stafford at inieka.stafford@raritanval.edu.
Registration is required to participate in the Virtual Information Sessions. For information about how to participate in any of the sessions, which are being run via a Zoom webinar, or to register, go to www.raritanval.edu/visit. For additional information, contact the Admissions Department at 908-526-1200, ext. 7009 or admissions@raritanval.edu.

SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction via GoToMeeting
2020-05-14 14:00 - 15:00 | GoToMeeting
SkillUp Greater Raritan was launched this winter by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. This free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties allows participants to access hundreds of different courses, ranging from Business Etiquette to Microsoft Office, and Human Resources to Customer Service, and more.
During this hour-long GoToMeeting webinar, participants will learn how to register for SkillUp, explore career pathways, browse the course catalog, earn digital certificates, and start the classes, all for free.
No registration is necessary.
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/808307069
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (646) 749-3122
Access Code: 808-307-069
Sessions are planned every Thursday in April and May, at 2 p.m. each week. For more information, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.

Career Webinar: One-Stop Services for Job Seekers in the Midst of COVID-19
2020-05-13 13:30 - 15:00 | teleconference, NJ, United States
Times of transition hold challenges and opportunities. What are your options in the throes of COVID-19? How can you leverage service offerings from the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center and access vital community resources.
Jan Goodman, community outreach specialist for the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center Training Services, will present a webinar on resources available from the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center.
The webinar will be presented from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13, in conjunction with the Manville Public Library. Go to sclsnj.org and scroll down to the Programs & Events box. Click on the Information Session for Job Seekers and the Unemployed on Wednesday, May 13 at 1:30pm; click on * Use this link to join our virtual program: https://meet.google.com/bhg-huvi-nb

GRWDB Youth Committee Meeting - GoToMeeting
2020-05-13 11:00 - 12:00 | GoToMeeting
Through policy, oversight, and planning, the GRWDB ensures that workforce training and education investments are responsive to and meet the needs of employers and jobseekers and is responsible for maintaining committees to help inform decision-making around services and priorities for targeted populations. One of those is the GRWDB’s Youth Committee, which works to coordinate and integrate local youth services with each other and the One Stop while seeking ways to expand and develop local youth services.
Because of the current Coronavirus situation, this meeting will be held remotely.
GRWDB Youth Committee Meeting
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United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
Access Code: 204-689-597
A meeting agenda will be posted here on the GRWDB website.
Newcomers, please RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org for details.

U.S. Border Patrol Live Recruitment Webinar
2020-05-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hosting a live recruitment webinar at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 12. Participants will learn how they can become a U.S. Border patrol agent.
Register at https://sforce.co/2UuogxK.

CANCELLED: Somerset County 2020 Job Fair
2020-05-12 10:00 - 14:00 | none, United States
The Somerset County 2020 Job Fair planned for May 12 at the Somerset Patriots TD Bank Ballpark in Bridgewater, has been cancelled.
The event’s organizers, the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development, will re-evaluate the situation in the summer, and determine if a countywide event can be presented later this year.
Look for updates on www.thegrwdb.org.

GRWDB One-Stop Committee Meeting - GoToMeeting
2020-05-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Raritan Valley Community College Workforce Training Center, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ, 08876, United States
Through policy, oversight, and planning, the GRWDB ensures that workforce training and education investments are responsive to and meet the needs of employers and jobseekers and is responsible for maintaining committees to help inform decision-making around services and priorities for targeted populations. One of those includes the GRWDB’s One-Stop Committee, which provides strategy and direction for the services and programs offered by the One-Stop locations in Flemington (Hunterdon County) and Somerville (Somerset County).
Because of the current Coronavirus situation, this meeting will be held remotely.
One Stop Committee Meeting
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United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 732-335-117
Meeting agendas will be posted here on the GRWDB website.
Newcomers, please RSVP to info@thegrwdb.org for more information!

CANCELLED: Free Career Workshop: How to Thrive During Transition and Change
2020-05-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Somerville One-Stop Career Center, 75 Veterans Memorial Drive East, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
Times of transition hold challenges and opportunities. Strategies and philosophies being presented at the workshop, “How to Thrive During Transition and Change,” are designed to equip attendees with tools that lead to self-empowerment and success.
The workshop will be conducted at 9 a.m. Monday, May 11, at the Employment Services Jersey Job Club, meeting at 75 Veterans Memorial Drive, Somerville.
To reserve your seat, call 908-704-3000.

SkillUp Greater Raritan Introduction presented by SCBP
2020-05-08 10:00 - 11:00 | GoToMeeting
SkillUp Greater Raritan was launched this winter by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. This free online learning portal for residents of Hunterdon and Somerset Counties allows participants to access hundreds of different courses, ranging from Business Etiquette to Microsoft Office, and Human Resources to Customer Service, and more.
The Somerset County Business Partnership is co-sponsoring this webinar, in which participants will learn how to register for SkillUp, explore career pathways, browse the course catalog, earn digital certificates, and start the classes, all for free.
No registration is necessary.
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/679330125
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (646) 749-3112
Access Code: 679-330-125
Additional sessions are planned every Thursday in May, at 2 p.m. each week. For more information, contact jcassano@co.somerset.nj.us or call 908-541-5785.
