QUEENS BOROUGH PRESIDENT ANNOUNCES TWO VIRTUAL QUEENS JOBS RECRUITMENT FAIRS IN APRIL
Friday, April 9 and Thursday, April 15
(April 5, 2021 at 4:12pm)
QUEENS, NY – As part of a continuing effort to addressing the current economic downturn, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. today announced his office has scheduled two Virtual Queens Jobs Recruitment Fairs during the month of April.
First, Borough President Richards and Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz will co-host a special Virtual Queens Jobs Recruitment Fair on Friday, April 9, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
Then, the following week, Borough President Richards will host his regular monthly Virtual Queens Jobs Recruitment Fair on Thursday, April 15, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM.
“Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Queens Borough President’s Office has addressed the resulting economic crisis by holding online job fairs that connect Queens residents with the job opportunities that remain out there, even during this rough economy,” said Borough President RICHARDS. “Although more than a year has passed since the pandemic started, we are not letting up on our efforts to get Queens residents back to work. That’s why I am so pleased to partner with Assemblywoman Cruz in co-hosting a special April 9 job fair that will be held in addition to my office’s regularly scheduled job fair on April 15. We will not rest until every Queens resident who wants a job has a job.”
“The economy came to a grinding halt at the onset of COVID-19, resulting in millions of lost jobs nationwide,” said Assemblywoman CRUZ. “While some of our neighbors have begun to go back to work, many are still struggling to put food on the table. These job fairs are critical in connecting job hunters with the resources they need to get back on their feet. I am proud to partner with Borough President Richards on providing this essential initiative to our community.”
The two fairs held this month will feature brief presentations from employers and recruiters seeking to fill numerous positions in a variety of fields, including aviation, transportation, developmental support, retail, finance and more. Question and answer sessions will follow the presentations.
The organizations scheduled to participate in the April 9 fair include: 82nd Street Academics, Animal Care Centers of NYC, Building Skills NY, CAMBA, Inc., Commonpoint Queens, the Council for Airport Opportunity, Express Employment Professionals, New York Life, the Queens Chamber of Commerce, and Workforce1.
The April 15 fair is scheduled to feature Animal Care Centers of NYC, Building Skills NY, CAMBA, Inc., The Child Center of New York, Commonpoint Queens, the Council for Airport Opportunity, District Council 9 of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, Empire Vets, Express Employment Professionals, Forest Hills Financial Group, the New York City Children’s Center, NYC Transit/MTA, New York Life, the Queens Chamber of Commerce, Queens Centers for Progress, Resorts World Casino New York City, Turning Point for Women and Families, WATCHGUARD 24/7, Westhab, Inc., and Workforce1.
The April 9 Virtual Queens Jobs Recruitment Fair will air online from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at www.queensbp.org. Those interested in participating in the fair’s live interactive Q&A must RSVP by Thursday, April 8, at www.queensbp.org/rsvp. Instructions on how to participate in the Q&A will be emailed on the day of the event to those who register.
The April 15 Virtual Queens Jobs Recruitment Fair will air online from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at www.queensbp.org. Those interested in participating in the fair’s live interactive Q&A must RSVP by Wednesday, April 14 at www.queensbp.org/rsvp. Instructions on how to participate in the Q&A will be emailed on the day of the event to those who register.
WPIX-TV (PIX11) will return as a media partner for the two fairs after having promoted previous recruitment fairs in the fall and winter of 2020-21. The station will support the upcoming fair with promotional assistance over its airwaves and on its website at www.pix11.com.
Normally held on the third Thursday of each month by the Queens Borough President’s Office, the Virtual Queens Jobs Recruitment Fair series connects Queens job seekers with a wide array of employment opportunities across a variety of industries.
Queens’ unemployment rate was 12.9 percent in January 2021. That’s down from a high of 21.6 percent in June 2020 — but still 9.9 percentage points higher than February 2020’s pre-pandemic low of 3.0 percent.
The January 2021 unemployment rate in Queens was also 2.2 points higher that the borough’s 10.7 percent unemployment rate for the previous month (December 2020). This suggests the borough is still experiencing a very tough job market.
There were 2.5 million first-time unemployment claims filed in New York City between March 14, 2020 (near the start of the pandemic) and March 20, 2021, according to the New York State Department of Labor.
Launched by then-Acting Borough President Sharon Lee in April 2020, the Virtual Queens Jobs Recruitment Fair series has thus far included 14 hiring events and more than three dozen participating employers.
“We are a nonprofit agency started out of Jackson Heights, Queens running from four locations,” said 82nd Street Academics Chief Learning & Partnerships Officer MALLORY TOMPKINS. “We support students in their journey to college no matter their home language. Throughout the pandemic, we’ve continued our services in person and remotely through academic tutoring and enrichment. We welcome the community to join us in this work and are excited to meet new candidates!”
“Individuals from all over New York City come to Animal Care Centers of NYC every day of the week for reasons as diverse as reclaiming lost pets, adopting new furry family members, and getting resources to help them keep their pets in homes,” said Animal Care Centers of NYC HR Assistant EMILY RICHARDSON. “At ACC, we strive to find loving homes for homeless and abandoned cats, dogs, and rabbits, both by adopting animals directly to the public and by partnering with more than 200 dedicated animal placement organizations (our New Hope partners). If you have a passion for animals and people alike, we invite you to join our team of outstanding individuals working to end animal homelessness in NYC.”
“Express Employment Professionals, Queens Office, has been serving Queens for seven years,” said Express Employment Professionals Office Manager ANGELA CARBONE. “We support the Community by placing general laborers, skilled workers – CDL Drivers, Forklift Drivers, etc.; as well as Office Professionals. During the pandemic we are able to keep our Associates working, supporting various not for profit organizations as well as other essential businesses. As we are coming out of the pandemic, we see an increased need for workers to support our clients.”
“Building Skills New York is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to connecting members of underserved and underrepresented communities across the five boroughs with access to good-paying construction jobs,” said Building Skills NY senior recruiter CALVIN EDWARDS. “The pandemic has taken a significant toll on New York’s economy and its workforce. We are keenly aware that in order to realize a full and successful recovery, individuals need resources and skills to reenter the labor market and also to advance in their careers. We are proud to be working in partnership with Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, Jr. to offer his constituents – as well as New Yorkers all across the City – opportunities to join the construction industry, which has long supported both individuals and families alike.”
“We greatly appreciate the opportunity to partner with Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, Jr. in presenting opportunities for work at our multi-service organization,” said CAMBA, Inc. President and CEO JOANNE M. OPLUSTIL. “CAMBA is a great place to work, serving 65,000 people in all five boroughs of New York City. We invest in our employees and provide opportunities for growth, and we know when you work here, you’re more than your job description.”
"뉴욕 아동 센터에서 우리는 모든 아이들이 올바른 기술, 교육, 상담 및 개발 프로그램을 감안할 때 번창 할 수 있다고 믿으며, 전담 직원이 그렇게 만드는 열쇠라는 것을 알고 있습니다"라고 뉴욕 채용 코디네이터 SHOSHANA CHEDDIE의 아동 센터는 말했습니다. "아동 센터는 우리가 일하는 지역의 인재에 우선순위를 두며, 지역 사회의 힘과 옆집 가족의 복지에 진정으로 관심이 있는 사람들입니다. 후보자가 지역사회를 지원하고 구축할 수 있는 기회를 인식하는 것이 중요합니다."
GI Go Fund CEO 겸 공동 창립자인 제임스 FANOUS는"전염병으로 어려움을 겪고 있는 시기에 고용주가 후보자와 원격으로 연결할 수 있도록 하는 것이 그 어느 때보다 중요합니다. "엠파이어 수의사들은 지난 1년 동안 부지런히 노력해 왔으며, 뉴욕시의 참전 용사들과 COVID-19 구호 및 회복을 위해 회사가 게시한 수천 개의 기회를 연결했습니다. 우리는이 이벤트의 일부가 될 것을 자랑스럽게 생각하고 함께 넣어 퀸즈 자치구 대통령에게 감사드립니다."
"FHFG의 동료이자 가디언의 재무 담당자로서 여러분은 기업가입니다. 당신은 당신의 경력을 정의 할 수 있습니다, 자신의 상사가 될 유연한 시간을 유지하고 매우 경쟁력있는 소득을 적립. 당신은 전문가와 확고한 명성을 가진 회사의 커뮤니티에 가입합니다. 무엇보다도, 당신은 자신을 위해 사업을 구축 할 수 있습니다, 하지만 자신에 의해,"운영 다이앤 NEUSTADT의 포레스트 힐스 금융 그룹 이사는말했다. "FHFG의 재무 담당자가 되면 원하는 커리어 이상의 것을 가질 수 있습니다. 의미 있는 일을 하면서 원하는 삶을 살 수 있습니다."
“Helping our community one resume at a time, one call at a time, one interview at a time,” said New York Life Partner WILLIAM CLEARE. “Now it’s your time! Let’s get Full-time!”
"진보를 위한 퀸즈 센터는 이 전염병 을 통해 필수적인 사업이었고, 우리는 특별한 필요를 가진 우리의 개별에게 양질의 서비스를 제공하기 위하여 계속했습니다," 진행 인사 부이사 미셸 JENKINS를 위한 퀸즈 센터는 말했습니다. "우리는 퀸즈 자치구 대통령 사무실과의 파트너십을 계속하여 큰 혜택과 성장 기회를 제공하는 의미있는 입장을 제공하게되어 기쁩니다."
“The Queens Chamber is excited to partner with Borough President Richards for his virtual recruitment fair and we look forward to this stellar opportunity to meet talented individuals and grow our team,” said Queens Chamber of Commerce President and CEO TOM GRECH. “As Queens recovers from the pandemic, we are fortunate to have a Borough President who is deeply committed to connecting Queens residents with jobs and helping our economy bounce back.”
“Resorts World is thrilled to offer even more employment opportunities to the community,” said Resorts World Casino New York City Vice President of Community Development MICHELLE STODDART. “From the ground up, we owe our success to the people of Queens and we cannot wait to open our world-class hotel with talent from the area.”
“We are delighted to partner with Borough President Richards to promote jobs with WATCH GUARD 24/7,” said WATCH GUARD 24/7 CEO JOHN RAFFERTY. “Qualified individuals have an opportunity to have a rewarding career with excellent benefits and growth opportunities. We are an essential business providing service throughout this difficult time and beyond.”
웨스트합 인적 자원 코디네이터 레이첼 PIMBLE은 "Westhab은양질의 저렴한 주택을 개발하고 사람과 이웃이 번창하는 데 필요한 서비스를 제공함으로써 지역 사회를 변화시키고 있다"고 말했다.
커뮤니티 캘린더에 포함하십시오***
WHAT: Virtual Queens Jobs Recruitment Fair hosted by Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz
WHEN: Friday, April 9, 2021 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
WHERE: Live stream: www.queensbp.org
Those interested in participating in the interactive Q&A must RSVP by Thursday, April 8, 2021 at www.queensbp.org/rsvp.
WHAT: Virtual Queens Jobs Recruitment Fair hosted by Queens Borough President Donovan Richards
WHEN: Thursday, April 15, 2021 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
WHERE: Live stream: www.queensbp.org
Those interested in participating in the interactive Q&A must RSVP by Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at www.queensbp.org/rsvp.
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