Employment

Los Alamos County Council Honors Public Works Employees

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COUNTY News:

In recognition of the services and important contributions Public Works professionals make toward improving quality of life, Los Alamos County Council Chair Denise Derkacs proclaimed the week of May 21-27, 2023, as “National Public Works Week”, sponsored by the American Public Works Association (APWA).

This year’s theme is “Connecting the World Through Public Works”, which challenges communities and their citizens to think about the role public works plays in creating a wonderful place to live. By working together, the impact citizens and public works professionals Read More

Employer Assisted Housing Program Benefits Local Workforce

Gathered to celebrate with Raul Ramirez in front of his new home on Alabama Avenue Monday afternoon, from left,  LAHP Program Manager Cindy Hollabaugh, Ramirez, LAHP Executive Director Steve Brugger and 4-W Investments LLC co-owner Craig Wehner. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

Raul Ramirez is moving into his new home today on Alabama Avenue with his wife Laura and their five children. Ramirez purchased the home from 4-W Investments LLC, owned by Craig and Rachel Wehner, who also own Los Alamos Landscaping & More Read More

NM Dept. Of Workforce Solutions Looks To Hospitality To Bring Work-Based Learning Program To More Communities

NMDWS News

ALBUQUERQUE – The state is exploring how to expand a Santa Fe work-based learning program that connected young people with the leisure and hospitality industry to more communities. 

The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) will begin the process of introducing a mirrored version of the LevelUP! program, tabbed “Level Up Your Career,” into Taos and Las Cruces to pilot the program before taking a statewide approach. The New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) will be providing marketing and outreach support. 

TheLevelUP!program was launched by a small group Read More

2023 Community Services Department Community Tour Continues Today!

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COUNTY News:

The leadership team for the Los Alamos County Community Services Department (CSD) is continuing its Community Tour 10 a.m. to noon today, April 27, at the Farmers Market outside Fuller Lodge.

Attending a different County facility or event each month, the leadership team will avail themselves to citizens for one-on-one discussions and questions on various CSD projects and initiatives.

The main talking point for this month is summer positions and summer activities. Available job openings within Community Services can be found on the County’s website. 

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Registration Opens For YMCA’s YESCorps Program

YMCA News:

Create new friends, work outside, learn new skills and help the community — Sign up now for The Family YMCA’s YESCorps program.

For the Summer of 2023, the YESCorps (YESC) will partner with SALA, Barranca Mesa Pool, Manhattan Project, American Red Cross (to learn first aid and CPR), Justice Center (to hold a mock teen court) and many other community partners to do necessary projects that will contribute positively to the community and build lasting skills and friendships for all participants.  

Monday through Thursday will be filled with collaborations with local partners and Fridays Read More

SFCC, Santa Fe County, Workforce Connection Announce Applications Open For Free Training Bootcamp To Become A Certified Fiber Optics Technician

Close-up of Fiber Optics Technician Training at SFCC. Courtesy/SFCC

SFCC News:

SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) in partnership with Santa Fe County and the New Mexico Department of Workforce Connections announce applications are open for a free training bootcamp to become a certified fiber optics technician.

The Professional Readiness for Technical Careers (PROTEC) program begins Monday, May 8 and continues through Friday, May 12 at SFCC Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road. Applications are due May 3. More information and applications are available at protecsantafe.com Read More

Los Alamos Spring Job Fair 11-3 At UNM-LA Today!

Job seekers are encouraged to bring a resume to the Job Fair 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today at UNM-LA. Courtesy/Chamber

CHAMBER News:

A Job Fair is taking place 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, April 13, at the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos branch campus, 4000 University Drive in Los Alamos. The Job Fair was originally scheduled for March 2, but postponed due to snow.

Sponsored by TechSource and Del Norte Credit Union, hosted by UNM-Los Alamos and organized by the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce, the Job Fair will feature more than 50 participating businesses hiring for positions of any level. 

Job seekers Read More

Reminder: LEEP Application Cycle Closes Monday April 17

NM LEEP News:

The New Mexico Lab-Embedded Entrepreneur Program (LEEP) annual application cycle is open until 11:59 p.m. Monday, April 17.

Don’t miss this opportunity to apply for the next cohort! 

Start Your Application Today

Not ready to apply or have questions?

Schedule a one-on-one conversation with LEEP’s program staff to learn if New Mexico LEEP fits your business. Reach out to discover what’s included in the evaluation process, selection timeline, and the types of technology that align with Los Alamos National Laboratory’s capabilities, expertise and resources.

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Chamber To Host Los Alamos Spring Job Fair April 13!

CHAMBER News:

The Los Alamos Job Fair will be held Thursday, April 13, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the University of New Mexico Los Alamos branch campus, 4000 University Drive in Los Alamos. The Job Fair was originally scheduled for March 2, but was postponed due to snow.

Sponsored by TechSource and Del Norte Credit Union, hosted by UNM-Los Alamos County and organized by the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce, the Job Fair will feature over 50 participating businesses that are currently hiring for positions of any level. 

Participating businesses include:

Abiquiu Inn, Ark Child Development Center, Big Brothers Read More

Spaceport America Appoints Francisco Pallares New Director Of Business Development

Dr. Francisco Pallares

SPACEPORT AMERICA News:

SIERRA COUNTY — Dr. Francisco Pallares has been selected as the new Director of Business Development at Spaceport America.

Pallares joins the New Mexico Spaceport Authority from Sul Ross State University and was the former Deputy Director for Economic Development at the City of Las Cruces.

“Francisco brings an important and expert perspective to the New Mexico Spaceport Authority (NMSA),” NMSA Executive Director Scott McLaughlin. “Spaceport America’s mission is to build the aerospace sector in the state and region, and with his guidance, Read More