Employ Prince George's

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We're thrilled to share that our President and CEO, Walter L. Simmons, recently had an insightful interview with Prince George's Community Television (CTV). During the discussion, he explored 2023 job market post-COVID-19 challenges, revealing historically low workforce participation rates. Additionally, he touched upon the decrease in underemployment compared to six years ago and discussed the topic of "drop-outs" in the labor force. For additional insight into the county's workforce and economic changes post-COVID, browse our comprehensive Prince George’s County State of the Workforce Report: https://lnkd.in/e4V9qcu7. Discover key post-pandemic shifts, workforce trends, AI advancements, behavioral health challenges, and the rise of remote work. #CEOInsights #JobMarketTrends #WeAreEPG #WorkforceReport #EconomicTransformation #Lightcast #WkDev #PrinceGeorgesCounty #PGCTV

Last night, Employ Prince George’s had the honor of attending “Cultura: An Immersive Experience” as part of Prince George’s County’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration! The event was a true celebration of culture, featuring incredible performances by Grupo Folclorica Salvadre?o CIELO AZUL, Danza Folklore Alebrijes, Corazón Folklórico DC, Ballet Folklórico Boliviano Nuestra Raíces, Larimar Folklore Dominicano, El Grupo Folklorico Internacional, and Marimba CORAZóN DE MI TIERRA. Each performance brought the rich, vibrant traditions of Latin America to life, filling the room with music, color, and dance. Attendees also had the opportunity to admire stunning art exhibits that showcased the talent and heritage of the Hispanic community. Our County Executive Angela Alsobrooks delivered inspiring remarks, highlighting the contributions of the Hispanic community to our county’s culture and growth. Thank you to PGC Latino Affairs for organizing this incredible event and creating such an immersive cultural experience. As we conclude Hispanic Heritage Month, Employ Prince George’s continues to celebrate diversity and inclusion in our workforce and community. #WeAreEPG #HispanicHeritageMonth #PrinceGeorgesCounty #Cultura #CommunityEngagement #DiversityAndInclusion

On October 10, Employ Prince George’s Community Development team had the privilege of supporting the women at Shepherd Cove Women’s Shelter, making a meaningful impact in their lives. Our team provided essential resources and guidance, helping these women on their journey toward stability and self-sufficiency. Thank you to Director, Ms. Gwendolyn Ferguson, Ms. Jocelyn Avery, and Sajelle Avery of Aspire Program for their leadership and dedication to empowering individuals and building stronger communities. A special shoutout goes to our amazing Coordinator, Outreach and Recruitment, Mr. Pete Goodson. His passion for the work we do, combined with his exceptional people skills, makes him an inspiration to all who have the pleasure of working with him. #WeAreEPG #PrinceGeorgesProud #CommunitySupport #Empowerment #ShepherdCoveShelter #GivingBack #StrongerTogether #WomensShelter

The Returning Citizen Affairs Division (RCAD), through this RFP, seeks to identify, partner and contract with organizations operating within Prince George’s County that deliver supportive services to formerly incarcerated residents. Proposals should explicitly demonstrate how they can provide these services to returning citizens. While the following list outlines potential services, RCAD encourages respondents to collaborate with organizations to propose innovative and creative approaches to service delivery that address the unique challenges faced by formerly incarcerated individuals’ who are residents of Prince George’s County. RCAD aims to highlight and focus in the following areas within the RFP for funding intended to provide essential services to men and women returning to Prince George’s County after incarceration. The RCAD is tasked with developing a countywide reentry strategy that aligns government, community, and private sector service providers in sourcing and leveraging resources and partnering to improve the outcomes of returning citizens in Prince George’s County. The RCAD is Prince George’s County Government’s principal group communicating the County’s reentry vision, identifying, developing best practices, and leading the County in meeting its reentry goals. These goals include: ? Enhancing operational efficiency of systems that serve citizens returning to the County from periods of incarceration in local, state, and federal facilities. ? Strengthening relationships with nonprofit and faith-based organizations who provide services to returning citizens. ? Building partnerships with county, state, and federal agencies to ensure that returning citizens have access to public services. ? Enhancing community engagement with the returning citizens community. To view the RCAD Reentry Supportive Services Grant RFP (RFP No.: EPGRFP-007) visit https://employpg.org/rfps/ _____________________________________ Important Dates/Times: RFP Issued Date – Tuesday, October 15, 2024 Proposals must be submitted via our online grant application portal, which can be accessed by visiting, https://lnkd.in/dKfDZanr . PROPOSAL APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED AFTER 4:00 PM EASTERN STANDARD TIME (EST) ON NOVEMBER 22, 2024, WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. To attend the Wednesday, October 30, 2024, Virtual Information Session at 11:30am, visit https://lnkd.in/dw37Pmqv

Over the last month, Americans have come together to honor and celebrate the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and invaluable contributions of American citizens with Hispanic heritage. Let's continue to support and uplift each other as we close out Hispanic Heritage Month and beyond! We are proud of our Career Pathways for All program partner, EL PODER DE SER MUJER. This organization empowers women entrepreneurs, and together, we have coordinated impactful programs benefiting 100’s of amazing women! If you're a Prince George's County resident who speaks English as a second language or is willing to learn, you can participate in the Career Pathways for ALL program by visiting EmployPG.org/CPFA. For more information, please email [email protected]. Are you interested in a career in driving? HOPE Project USA is proud to be the ONLY licensed CDL School in DC or Maryland that offers a Spanish Assisted CDL Training Program. Raymond Bell and The HOPE Project DMV are ready to help eligible Prince George’s County residents obtain either a CDL A or CDL B. #WeAreEPG #HispanicHeritageMonth #Partnership #CommunityImpact #Entrepreneurship #SupportEachOther #DiversityandInclusion #CelebratingCulture #HOPEProject #ElPoderSrMujer

Employ Prince George's is hosting an event on Friday, October 18th, from 1pm - 4pm at the Laurel Multi-Service Center for Prince George's County residents wanting employment with Prince George's County Government. With the support of the Office of the Prince George's County Executive, Employ Prince George's and the Prince George's County Government, MD - Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM) have partnered to operate Pathways to Government. Pathways to Government assist Prince George's County residents identify and apply for employment with Prince George's County Government. The link to register for the event on October 18th, from 1pm - 4pm is below: https://lnkd.in/euGtp5hh Prince George's County Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM) will be on-site Tuesday, presenting, providing general information, offering tips, and answering questions. Employ Prince George's will provide ongoing support to those applying for employment with the Prince George's County Government. #WeAreEPG

In observance of Indigenous Peoples Day / Columbus Day, Employ Prince George's, Employ Prince George’s Building Trades Career Center, American Job Center Largo, American Job Center National Harbor, and the Youth Career Center will be closed on Monday, October 14. This day is dedicated to honoring and recognizing the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. We take this opportunity to reflect on the importance of cultural diversity, inclusivity, and the significance of understanding and respecting different perspectives. Enjoy this day of reflection and join us in celebrating the heritage and resilience of Indigenous communities. #WeAreEPG #IndigenousPeoplesDay #ColumbusDay #OfficeClosure #CulturalDiversity #Inclusivity #Heritage #Resilience #Community

Today, we wrapped up an incredible Southern Management Companies Job Fair and Information Session held at Employ Prince George’s headquarters. The event brought in over 50 job seekers eager to explore apartment maintenance positions and roles for those skilled in HVAC, mechanical, trades, and curiosity for troubleshooting. The event kicked off with a detailed information session from the Southern Management team of 8 for individuals who wanted to learn more about their business and to discuss career growth opportunities. After, one-on-one pre-screens and interviews took place for hiring managers to seek out potential candidates. It was amazing to see the passion and drive of attendees as they connected with opportunities to grow their careers. A huge shoutout to the Southern Management Companies team for their commitment to making this event a success, and to our #EPG Business Services team for supporting job seekers every step of the way. Keep an eye on EmployPG.org/Events for future job fairs, events, and workshops—we can’t wait to see you at the next one! #WeAreEPG #PrinceGeorgesProud #SouthernManagementCompanies #ApartmentMaintenanceJobs #HVACJobs #MechanicalTradesJobs #ProblemSolvers #JobFair #InformationSession #Opportunity #Impact

Are you a registered USDOL or State of Maryland Apprenticeship Employer? If so, the Prince George’s County Apprenticeship Expansion Fund provides registered apprenticeship employers with a grant to fill registered apprenticeship vacancies, with unemployed Prince George’s County residents. If approved, your company could be awarded: ? $2,500 Grant o Awarded per eligible apprentice o Apprenticeship must be registered, with the respective entity, for five years or more ? $5,000 Grant o Awarded per eligible apprentice o Apprenticeship must be registered, with the respective entity, for less than five years For more qualifying information and to start the application process visit: https://lnkd.in/dxprxng7 #WeAreEPG #USDOL #AEFund #Apprenticeship #ExpansionFund #GrantFunding #Grant #BusinessGrant #EmployerGrant