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Dane County Job Center
1819 Aberg Avenue 
Madison, WI 53704  

Dane County Department of Human Service - 242-7500

Division of Vocational Rehabiliation - 242-4800

Job Service - 242-4900

 

Workshops

Workshops offered for the public:  

(Click here to view a complete schedule for the current month)

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For answers to questions about these workshops or to register for a workshop, call 608-242-4900. You must sign up in advance to attend a workshop.  

Ability Profiler - Do you know your best career aptitudes?  The Ability Profiler measures 6 abilities that are essential for doing well in most jobs.  Knowing your strengths and weaknesses in these 6 areas can help you identify occupations that give you the highest chances to use your abilities. "Must be registered in Career Cruising and complete the Career Matchmaker Profile in Career Cruising."

Apprenticeship: Earn While You Learn - Careers in the building trades pay $22K - $33K to start…no experience required! If you like to learn by doing, work with your hands, solve problems, and see concrete results? Then an apprenticeship in construction is the place to start!  

Choice, Change & Adjustment - Provides extra assistance for people looking to change or enhance their careers.  Job seekers, and those dissatisfied with their careers can seek comprehensive career guidance and an introduction to career assessment from a Job Service Counselor.  

Cover Letters – Learn the basics of writing an effective cover letter. Receive tips on acceptable formats, styles, and ways to avoid common blunders.

Interviewing – Everyone from beginners to interviewing pros will benefit from this workshop.  Preparing means knowing about the industry, the employer and yourself.  Learn to prepare for a job interview.  

Job Sevice Networking Group – The Job Service Networking Group offers job seekers an opportunity to network and share information about job and job searching skills.  Participants can come as often as they like.  No advance registration is required to attend this group.   

Résumé Writing 101 – Create an effective resume or improve the one you already have.  This workshop will provide you with the tools you need to build a resume that works!  Learn to overcome job seeker challenges.  Learn different resume formats and the advantages and disadvantages of each.  Know what to reveal in a resume and what to keep to yourself.   

Résumé 201 – Improve your current resume.  Discover the elements of an effective resume.  Learn how to highlight your skills and accomplishments to receive an interview.  Must have a written resume to attend.

Starting Your Own Business – Thinking about going into business?  In this basic class, find out what it takes to run a business. Assess your strengths and skills as a business owner. Learn how to analyze the potential for your business and choose a business that will work for you. 

COMPUTER LAB:

¿Como Buscar Empleo en Wisconsin? - Buscar empleo en nuestro sitio de internet, cree su propia cuenta de Correo Electronico, empiece su Curriculum Vitae.

Create a Resume on the Job Center of Wisconsin Site - Create a resume on the Job Center of Wisconsin website and learn the benefits of having a resume on this system.  

Linked In 101 - The workshop provides the fundamental knowledge and explanation of the many benefits of professional networking online.

Linked In 201 - The workshop will help you create your own professional Linked In networking account and learn to navigate its many features.  Requirement: must have basic computer skills and an e-mail account to attend this session.

INDIVIDUAL SERVICES:

Civil Service Typing TestIndividual typing test administered on a word-processor for any state position with typing requirements. Call for an appointment; (608) 242-4900.

Mock Interview Practice interviewing skills and receive your critique by Job Service staff.  Requirement: must be on time, know the position you are interviewing for, bring a copy of your resume and be dressed for an interview.  To schedule an appointment call; (608) 242-4900.

Resume Review Bring your completed resume for a quick critique by Job Service staff.  To schedule an appointment call; (608) 242-4900.

Veteran Services – Veteran staff are available by appointment to meet with veterans (call 608-242-4881 to schedule an appointment). Find help with career planning, view job listings, and receive veteran related information.

CIVIL RIGHTS/EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES WORKSHOP SERIES:  Workshops will be conducted by staff from the City of Madison Equal Opportunities Division.  

Age Discrimination - This workshop aids in complying with equal employment opportunities law in the City of Madison.  

Arrest & Conviction Record - Know your rights and responsibilities under the law of arrest & conviction records.  

Fair Employment Practices - Learn how to avoid or minimize discrimination claims.

Harassment - Harassment claims can devastate not only the individuals involved, but also the entire workplace.  This workshop helps participants with tools for handling these difficult situations.  

Hate Crimes - This presentation defines hate crimes and provides tools to determine if one may have occurred.  

Overview of EOD Services - Become familiar with EOD (Equal Opportunities Division) services. 

Welcoming Diversity - Faces of the workforce continually change, learn about the different values and cultures.

This site updated 02/01/2012.

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