Repost: Gov. Hassan talks of "Building Pathways" for women during building trades pre-apprenticeship info session

Word is getting out about the new pre-apprenticeship program, Building Pathways New Hampshire. Three dozen women attended Building Pathways New Hampshire's info session earlier this week and got to meet Governor Hassan, who spoke movingly about the power of doing non-traditional jobs, the critical value of construction to the state's economy, and the pride of doing challenging work.

Building Pathways New Hampshire's last info session will be held this Thursday, March 27, 6 - 7:30pm at 161 Londonderry Turnpike, Hooksett. Spread the word!

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By RYAN O’CONNOR
Union Leader Correspondent

HOOKSETT — For years, Gov. Maggie Hassan built pathways for herself, which ultimately led to the top spot in New Hampshire’s state government.

Monday, the first-term governor was at the Plumbers and Pipefitters Hall in Hooksett, encouraging other Granite State females to reach their dreams through Building Pathways, a new, no-fee pre-apprenticeship program designed to bring local women into the high-skill, high-pay world of union construction careers.

“As only the second woman governor in New Hampshire history, I know a little bit about taking the non-traditional path,” Hassan told the room of about three dozen woman and several men.

“Knowing you have a skill for businesses and to people is really, really transforming,” said Hassan. “I happen to know each one of you has it in you, just as someone told me 14 years ago when someone told me ‘why don’t you run for the state Senate.’”

Jane Triboletta said she’s an outspoken supporter of Hassan due to the governor’s vision for women in New Hampshire. In addition, she said admitted she felt she should be paying Building Pathways for the “amazing opportunity.”

Gov. Maggie Hassan was one of several speakers at Monday night’s

Building Pathways informational meeting at the Plumbers

and Pipefitters Hall in Hooksett. (Ryan O’Connor Photo)

“I’m 41 years old and I have a 16-year-old, and I want the next 20 years of my life to count for something ... to build things or work with people that can teach me something that can never be taken away from me,” she said.

Hassan said many women already have the ability to develop the skills necessary to succeed in perceived men’s careers but, in many cases, limit themselves mentally.

“For those of you that are mothers, know that nothing is as hard as being a mother, so you’re all set there,” said Hassan. “But you need to understand that you can do this ... and the other thing you will find is that there are a number of great men to be there by your side to help you ... and you get to turn around and help others do the same thing, and we will all get stronger through your success.”

Building Pathways has another informational session scheduled for Match 27 at the Plumbers and Pipefitters Hall at 161 Londonderry Turnpike in Hooksett. Those interested in additional information may call 491-2406.

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Career Opportunity: Boston Resident Jobs Program (BRJP) Monitor position available

Job Title: Sr. Research Analyst (Boston Residents Jobs Program)

Job ID: 346702

Location: ASD-Boston Residents Jobs Policy



Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION (essential functions of the job):
Under the supervision of the Manager of Boston Residents Jobs Program (BRJP), monitors public and privately funded construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with relevant City of Boston policies and Federal and State regulations.

• Conducts kick-off meetings and pre-construction conferences with developers, general contractors and project managers. 
• Conducts on-site monitoring of the participation of minority, women and Boston residents. 
• Verifies reported employment data and wage data. 
• Conducts quarterly review meetings to review contractors' performance goals, and review cases of non-compliance, and statements of recommended corrective actions. 
• Prepares reports and make presentations before the Boston Employment Commission (BEC). 
• Performs related work as required. 

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Must have four (4) years of fulltime, or equivalent part-time, experience in research work including project monitoring and statistics. A bachelor's degree may be substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. Must have computer knowledge of Microsoft software; knowledge of City utilized software and hardware preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skills and willingness to travel to sites throughout the City of Boston on public transportation; writing sample; knowledge of the construction trades and related legislation; ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

Boston Residency Required

Terms: Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SEIU/RL-18
Hours per week: 35

Please refer to the Salary Information section on the Boston Career Center site for more information on compensation. For each Salary Plan, salaries are listed by Grade and Step.

Visit the City Job Postings webpage for more information.

Career Opportunities: The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority is Hiring

The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

OB POSTINGS	APPLICATION DEADLINE
JVA #6532, Program Manager, Water Quality Assurance	09/26/13
JVA #6531, Jr. Civil Engineer	09/26/13
JVA #6454, Plumber/Pipefitter	09/25/13
JVA #6519, M&O Specialist	09/24/13
JVA #6526, IT Project Manager, III	09/18/13
JVA #6523, Operator	09/18/13
JVA #6506, Sr. Staff Engineer, Electrical	n/a

Visit http://www.mwra.state.ma.us to submit your application.

Job Opportunity: Pre-Apprenticeship Training Project Director, UMass Amherst

POSITION OPENING: Pre-Apprenticeship Training Project Director 

Overview:
The Labor/Management Workplace Education Program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a creative and experienced professional to launch and manage an innovative pre-apprenticeship training program, CommunityWorks, targeted to marginalized and underserved communities in Springfield and Holyoke. CommunityWorks is a broad coalition of employer, labor, education, workforce, and community-based organizations. The Project Director position is grant-funded, at least 50% time with benefits. Continuation beyond August 2015 is contingent upon funding.

Duties:
The Pre-Apprenticeship Project Director will oversee and coordinate the program as a whole, working collaboratively with multiple partners, sub-contractors, program staff, project sites, employers, unions, joint apprenticeship programs, community-based cultural associations, and the funding agency to insure smooth, effective functioning of the program.

The Project Director will be engaged in and provide oversight of the following activities: partnership development, participant outreach, participant recruitment, provision of training services, career coaching, budget tracking, data management, and project evaluation. To these ends, the Project Director will oversee a project staff, the size of which may fluctuate with multiple funding awards. The Project Director will report and work closely with the project Principal Investigator and will be the key liaison to the project funder, making sure that all narrative reports are completed in a timely manner. The Project Director will also meet regularly with, provide reports to, and solicit feedback from the project’s steering committee.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (in education, management, labor studies, or related field) and more than three years professional experience in education, management, labor studies, or adult education is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of worker education, curriculum development, program planning, evaluation methods and participatory learning theory required. Excellent writing, partnership, and communication skills required.
• Work experience in the construction trades preferred.
• Teaching experience with the construction trades preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of budget monitoring, evaluation systems, and grants administration preferred

To Apply:

Send résumé and cover letter indicating desired position by June 20, 2013 to R43305, Employment Office, 167 Whitmore Administration Building, UMass, Amherst, MA 01003.

Normal FTE salary range is $40,100-$50,300, normal FTE starting salary range is $40,100-$45,200. Excellent benefits. The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.