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GAF Roofing Academy program
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GAF Roofing Academy program

Today’s roofing industry is responsive, innovative, and widely respected, instituting ever-higher standards across the board and enabling hard-working, dedicated individuals to build well-paying and enabling hard-working, dedicated individuals to build well-paying and extremely rewarding careers. Did you know: the average starting wage for a roofer in the U.S. is $39,970/year, and roofing jobs are expected…

U.S. Department of the Navy Virtual Job Fair – May 28th
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U.S. Department of the Navy Virtual Job Fair – May 28th

  Participate from a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone! Hosted by Navy Talent Acquisition Group Pacific Northwest The  Navy Talent Acquisition Group Pacific Northwest is the main driving force behind the U.S. Navy’s enlisted and officer recruiting mission for the entire Pacific Northwest. In collaboration with Worksource Washington, this virtual job fair will connect you directly…

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Drive-in WiFi hotspots

Drive-in Wi-Fi Hotspots Sent on behalf of Washington State Department of Commerce. Depending on where you live, lack of high-speed internet access means some seniors can’t refill prescriptions, furloughed workers can’t apply for unemployment benefits, small businesses can’t access financial assistance, and students can’t do their homework. It is absolutely essential to make affordable broadband…

Interested in college? Funds may be available!

Are you interested in going to school? Funds may be available. The following resources are available to assist potential students with tuition and additional academic supports while earning a professional or technical certificate or degree.. WORKER RETRAINING Are you… Receiving or received Washington State Unemployment benefits in the last 48 months? A veteran discharged within the last 48 months?…

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Economic Impact Payment information

The IRS will soon be issuing Economic Impact Payments to every eligible American. Help is needed to reach individuals who do not normally file because they do not have enough income that requires them to file. This includes the homeless, certain seniors and some limited English-proficient individuals who will need to provide information to the…

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Education Resources for UI claimants and WorkSource Customers

Sent on behalf of Washington Student Achievement Council The Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) has a new online resource: College & Career Compass is a tool that empowers adults to return to school, earn a credential, and advance in their careers. Compass—and the Washington College Grant—are vital resources for the unprecedented number of Washingtonians who are filing for unemployment….

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COVID-19 Information for Businesses

Direct Links to Employer Resources: City of Tacoma Stabilization Loan Pre-application Pierce County Emergency Small Business Relief Loan Program Washington State Layoff Assistance Shared Work Temporary Layoffs / Standby Federal Stimulus Check Information Washington State Revenue – Business Relief during COVID Working Washington Small Business Grants Program On Tuesday April 8, 2020 Washington State Department…

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Unemployment Claimant Filing Updates

ESD has launched a new webinar program to help unemployed workers better navigate the unemployment insurance process during the COVID-19 emergency. Interested individuals can navigate to this page and choose from 5 webinars (Tues. – Sat.), then register for free to attend. A couple of notes: Registration is necessary because there is a limit of 1,000 attendees and we…