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class="block block-system block-system-main-block no-title"> <div class="content block-content"> <article data-history-node-id="129" role="article" class="node node--type-department-homepage node--promoted node--view-mode-full clearfix"> <header> </header> <div class="node__content clearfix"> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p><span><span><span>Schenectady County Connects is the workforce entity that encompasses Schenectady County Job Training Agency (SJTA) and the New York State Department of Labor One-Stop Career Center/American Job Center which provide universal access to the community to promote self-sustainability and economic growth through a skilled, quality workforce. </span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>Whether you are a job seeker looking to enter the world of work, an employee in search of training or retention resources, or a business representative in need of quality candidates and networking opportunities – Schenectady Connects is here to help.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>Imagine a stronger, more sustainable workforce in Schenectady County.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span>Through <strong>strategic partnering </strong>and <strong>economic development initiatives,</strong> we are addressing key challenges in our region.</span></span></span></p> <p><span><strong>Click the link below</strong> to read our latest newsletter!</span></p> <p><em><strong><span><span><span>E-mail <a href="SchenectadySJTA@dfa.state.ny.us">SchenectadySJTA@dfa.state.ny.us</a> if you'd like to be added to our distribution e-mail list!</span></span></span></strong></em></p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="March Hiring Event" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid="" height="1036" src="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2025-02/March%202025.png" width="801" class="align-center" /></p> <p class="text-align-center"> </p> <p class="text-align-center"><img alt="2025 March Workshops" data-entity-type="" data-entity-uuid="" height="1045" src="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2025-02/March%202025%20Workshops.png" width="808" class="align-center" /></p> <p class="text-align-center"> </p> <dl class="ckeditor-accordion"> <dt>Job Seeker Services</dt> <dd> <p>Call (518) 344-2737 or e-mail SchenectadySJTA@dfa.state.ny.us to make an appointment to meet with one of our employment professionals today for assistance with:</p> <ul> <li>Career Counseling </li> <li>Resume Development and Review</li> <li>Individualized Job Search Assistance <ul> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SchenectadyCountyConnects/">Current Job Postings</a></li> <li>Job Application Assistance</li> </ul> </li> <li>Interview Preparation</li> <li>Online Learning Courses <ul> <li><a href="http://schenectadyconnects.skillupamerica.org/">Metrix Learning</a> - more than 5,000 free courses to improve your skills</li> </ul> </li> <li>In-Person and Virtual Workshops</li> <li>Training Funds for Career Pathways</li> <li>Supportive Services <ul> <li>Transportation</li> <li>Professional Attire/Uniforms</li> <li>Childcare</li> <li>Textbooks</li> <li>Technology</li> </ul> </li> <li>Financial Well-Being Resources</li> <li>Paid Work Experience</li> <li>Community Referrals</li> </ul> </dd> <dt>Business Services</dt> <dd> <p>Looking to hire? <a href="https://forms.office.com/g/E0kt4i03kZ">Click here to complete our Job Posting Request Form</a>. We support the local businesses through free job advertisements posted to our Facebook and Instagram, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SchenectadyCountyConnects/">@SchenectadyCountyConnects</a>. This form will be accessible anytime you have an open position that you would like advertised, so make sure to save it for later. Please feel free to reach out with any questions - (518) 344-2737 or SchenectadySJTA@dfa.state.ny.us.</p> <p><u>Recruitment Assistance</u></p> <ul> <li>Free <a href="https://forms.office.com/g/E0kt4i03kZ">Job Postings</a> <ul> <li>On our Facebook and Instagram: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SchenectadyCountyConnects/">@SchenectadyCountyConnects</a></li> <li>On <a href="https://newyork.usnlx.com/index.asp">New York's Job Exchange</a></li> </ul> </li> <li>Monthly Hiring Events</li> <li>Labor Market Information</li> </ul> <p><u>Retention Support</u></p> <ul> <li>Access to the Capital Region Employer Resource Network</li> <li>Interim Transportation Solutions</li> <li>Childcare Subsidy Program</li> <li>Aptitude Testing and Up-Skilling through <a href="http://schenectadyconnects.skillupamerica.org">Metrix Learning - Prove-It</a></li> <li>Professional Development and Training</li> <li>On-the-Job Training <ul> <li>Employers can receive up to $10,000 in wage-reimbursement</li> <li>Customized training schedules for new-hires</li> </ul> </li> <li>Registered Apprenticeships</li> <li>Workplace Safety Information</li> <li>Regional Partnerships <ul> <li>Capital Region Workforce Development Board</li> <li>NYS Department of Labor</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </dd> <dt>College and Career Transition Partnerships</dt> <dd> <p>Schenectady County Connects builds relationships with students directly within local school districts to instill the concept that career development is a journey. Through this partnership, students, families, and staff will benefit from Schenectady County Connects' knowledge of the current labor market, business insights, community networks, internships, up-to-date resume, interviewing, job readiness skills development. and more</p> <ul> <li>Mohonasen Central School District</li> <li>Schenectady City School District <ul> <li>Schenectady High School</li> <li>Big Picture Learning</li> <li>Smart Transfers</li> <li>Washington Irving Educational Center <ul> <li>2 locations</li> </ul> </li> <li>Mont Pleasant Middle School</li> <li>Central Park Middle School</li> <li>Oneida Middle School</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </dd> <dt>Schenectady County Summer Youth Employment Program</dt> <dd> <p>The Schenectady County Summer Youth Employment Program is a unique opportunity to gain six-weeks of meaningful, on-the-job training during the summer; youth selected for program will be permitted to work for 20 hours per week earning minimum wage through Schenectady County Connects (Job Training Agency - SJTA)</p> <ul> <li>You must be a Schenectady County resident.</li> <li>You must be between the ages 14-24 by the start of the program</li> <li>Applications will be available in March</li> </ul> <p>* Please note: the majority of funding is allocated to youth whose family is receiving TANF (public assistance), SNAP (food stamps), or whose total household income does not exceed 200% of the poverty line.</p> </dd> <dt>Schenectady County Connects Quarterly Newsletters</dt> <dd> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2025-01/Issue%2018%20January%202025%20%282%29.pdf">January 2025</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2025-01/Issue%2017%20October%202024%20%281%29.pdf">October 2024</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-07/Issue%2016%20July%202024%20%281%29.pdf">July 2024</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-04/Issue%2015%20April%202024%20%281%29.pdf">April 2024</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-02/Issue%2014%20January%202024%20%282%29.pdf">January 2024</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2023-10/Schenectady%20County%20Connects%20Newsletter%20Issue%2013%20October%202023.pdf">O</a></strong><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2023-10/Schenectady%20County%20Connects%20Newsletter%20Issue%2013%20October%202023.pdf">ctober 2023</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2023-08/Schenectady%20County%20Connects%20Newsletter%20Issue%2012%20July%202023.pdf">July 2023</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-02/Issue%2011%20April%202023.pdf">April 2023</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-02/Issue%2010%20January%202023.pdf">January 2023</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-02/Issue%209%20October%202022.pdf">October 2022</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-02/Issue%208%20July%202022.pdf">July 2022</a></strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-02/Issue%207%20April%202022.pdf"><strong>April 2022</strong></a></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-02/Issue%206%20January%202022.pdf">January 2022</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-02/Issue%205%20October%202021.pdf">October 2021</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="/sites/default/files/Schenectady%20County%20Connects%20Newsletter%20Issue%204%20July%202021.pdf">July 2021</a></strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-02/Issue%203%20April%202021.pdf"><strong>April 2021</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-02/Issue%202%20January%202021.pdf"><strong>January 2021</strong></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-02/Issue%201%20October%202020%20%281%29.pdf"><strong>October 2020</strong></a></p> </dd> </dl> <p> </p></div> </div> </article> </div> </div> <div id="block-gaviascontentbuildersjtavideo" class="block block-gavias-content-builder block-gavias-content-builder-blockgavias-content-builder-block____19 no-title"> <div class="content block-content"> <div class="gavias-blockbuilder-content"> <div class="gbb-row-wrapper"> <div class=" gbb-row bg-size-cover " style="" > <div class="bb-inner "> <div class="bb-container container"> <div class="row"> <div class="row-wrapper clearfix"> <div class="gsc-column col-lg-12 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