Current events
October 9, 2010
Iowa Women and Money Conference
The Iowa State Treasurer's Office hosts an annual FREE Iowa Women and Money Conference on October 9th, 2010 at the Polk County Convention Complex. The goal of the conference is to provide reliable information that will empower women.
Register for the conference at www.iowawomenandmoney.com.
September 14, 2010
Iowa Works Central Iowa Job Fair
Instead of our monthly Job Fair at the Botanical Center, we are partnering with Monster.com and having a Career Fair at the Polk County Convention Complex on Tuesday, September 14, 2010, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The public is welcome to attend and the event is free of charge. However, there is limited seating, so please arrive early to guarantee participation in this event. For further information please call Tony Calaro at (515) 281-9701. [Download the poster]
September 8, 2010
International Literacy Day
Literacy is key to our community's strength and vitality. Hear how our community is taking action to improve literacy for all at the Central Des Moines Public Library:
Wednesday, September 8, 2010 • 6:15 - 7:45 p.m.
Literacy Across the Lifetime Panel
- Adult Literacy - New Readers of Iowa - Archie Willard, recipient of the 2010 National Coalition for Literacy Leadership Award
- Community Development - Polk County Supervisors - Angela Connolly
- Workforce - Iowa Workforce Development - Elizabeth Buck
- Employers - Dollar General - Mike Hutchinson
- Birth to 5 - Drake University Head Start - Georgia Sheriff
- 6 months to 5 - Reach Out and Read - Molly Olinger Topf
- School Programs - Everybody Wins! Iowa - Tyler Weig
- Adult Literacy - Drake University Adult Literacy Center - Anne Murr
- Adult programs - Des Moines Public Library - Laura Walth
Preregistration recommended: lawalth@dmpl.org. [Download the flyer]
September 1, 2010
Dr. Tom Lloyd III Presents Health Talks at Borders
This is a free comprehensive 9 part Health talk series that focuses on some of the key factors such as:
- General health - Why it's important to exercise
- Logical health care - Why people become sick
- How your brain works - How your body works
- Posture and nervous system - Why adequate sleep is so important
- How the male/female brain function differently
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 from 6-7 p.m.
Dr. Tom will be giving FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS before the Health Talk
My Brain Does What?
The third class in the series will focus on how important your brain is in everything you do. From processing your senses and moving your body, to keeping you healthy, we will discuss how involved your brain and nervous system actually are in your everyday life.
Come join us Wednesday, September 1, 2010, 6-8 p.m. at
Borders,
4100 University Avenue,
West Des Moines, IA 50266-5958. Phone
(515) 223-1620
Location: Botanical Center, 10 a.m. - 12:00 Noon
Topic: Building Your Personal Brand. Back by popular demand is Drew McClellan, Top Dog @ McClellan Marketing Group. Recognized as a national expert, Drew talks about branding yourself in a way you won’t forget. He tells stories, gives concrete examples, and most important he gives you ideas that work. So if you want to stand out from the crowd, you won’t want to miss this session.
Purpose: To provide a support system where individuals can learn from each other, learn from local experts, and stay on top of the changing job market so they can more quickly find the right opportunity and get back to work.
Participants are encouraged to bring their resumes or post them in advance at www.desmoinesmetro.com/employment. Job seekers can expect to learn the latest advice and tips on job searching using social media, building a professional brand, mastering online application process, as well as the latest market condition and economic forecasts. There is no cost to attend.
Reservations are not necessary, but are appreciated by calling 515-286-4950 or emailing info@desmoinesmetro.com.
August 11, 2010
Iowa Works Central Iowa Job Fair
Iowa Works Central Iowa will be holding its regularly scheduled monthly Job Fair on Wednesday, August 11, at the Botanical Center in Des Moines from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Employers scheduled to appear are:
- CBE Group
- Sears Holdings Corp
- Iowa Health Systems
- Midwest Professional Staffing
- National Opinion Research Center/NORC
- VA Central Iowa Healthcare
- NAPA Auto Parts
- DMACC
The public is welcome to attend and the event is free of charge. However, there is limited seating, so please arrive early to guarantee participation in this event. For further information please call Tony Calaro at (515) 281-9701.
July 16, 2010
Iowa Works Career Workshop
Get that job you know you deserve!
Register today for the FREE “Rising Above the Crowd—Getting Hired in Today’s Economy” Workshop
Friday, July 16 from
8:30 a.m.—12:45 p.m.
DMACC Carroll Campus, 906 North Grant Rd.,
Carroll, Iowa
- Establish your personal brand that gets noticed by bosses and employers
- Reinvent yourself after many years in the same job
- Tips to help you break through the clutter and get hired
- Resume writing best practices
- Financial concerns and strategies in tough economic times
- PLUS much more!
Featuring career-building consultant Cassandra Halls
There will be refreshments and drawings for some great prizes!
Seating is limited to the first 50! Lunch is provided. Register today at
www.DMACC.edu/CareerWorkshop or call 515-965-7133.
July 14, 2010
Iowa Works Central Iowa Job Fair
Iowa Works Central Iowa will be holding its regularly scheduled monthly Job Fair today at the Botanical Center in Des Moines from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Employers scheduled to appear today are:
- Link Associates
- Express Employment Professionals
- Department of Administrative Services
- CBE Group
- Lowes Home Improvement
- National Opinion Research Ctr./NORC
- MarketLink Inc.
The public is welcome to attend and the event is free of charge. However, there is limited seating, so please arrive early to guarantee participation in this event. For further information please call Tony Calaro at (515) 281-9701. [More Information]
June 16, 2010
Advantage Sales and Marketing Job Fair
Wednesday, Jun 16, 2010 from
2-4 p.m.
2894 106th Street, Suite 200,
Des Moines, IA 50322
(515) 278-1223
Interviewing for:
Part time EVENT SPECIALIST: $10/hour
- An Event Specialist generates excitement, brand awareness and increases product sales through event sampling and promotions.
- Benefits available the first of the month following a 30 day waiting period
- Must have computer knowledge (internet search, e-mail, and attachments)
- Work days: Thursday-Sunday, up to 24 hours/week
Please bring the following:
- Permanent picture ID,
- Application Information and
- Social Security Card
Work locations include:
- Wal-Mart Supercenters in Altoona, Ames, Ankeny, Des Moines and Indianola,
- Sams Clubs in Ames and Des Moines,
- Cub Foods in Ames
June 12, 2010
Kaplan University - Military Appreciation Day
Come Join the Fun during Military Appreciation Day at
Kaplan University
4655 121st Street, Urbandale, IA
515-727-2100
Saturday, June 12, 2010
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Free BBQ and Refreshments
- Live Music
- Rock Climbing Wall
- Inflatable Obstacle Course
- Pull-Up Contest
- Hot Rod Contest
- Military Vehicle Display
A Time to Say Thanks To Our Service Men and Women
June 9, 2010
Iowa Works Central Iowa Job Fair
Iowa Works Central Iowa will be holding its regularly scheduled monthly Job Fair on June 9, 2010, at the Botanical Center in Des Moines from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon. Employers scheduled to appear are:
- Bankers Trust,
- Jacobson Staffing,
- Blue Sky Satellite,
- National Career Readiness,
- Securitas Security Systems,
- Worksource Inc. and
- Sears Call Center.
The public is welcome to attend and the event is free of charge. However, there is limited seating, so please arrive early to guarantee participation in this event. For further information please call Tony Calaro at (515) 281-9701.
June 3, 2010
Multicultural Reception
Time: 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Nationwide/Allied is the host for this quarter’s Multicultural Reception. Please join us for networking and enjoy a short presentation. Complimentary beverages and appetizers will be available. Please click here to RSVP online. This event is sponsored by Nationwide/Allied, Iowa Careers Consortium and the Greater Des Moines Partnership. Nationwide/Allied is located at 1100 Locust St. in Des Moines. Questions? Contact Alba at aperez@desmoinesmetro.com or 515-286-4937.
May 21-23, 2010
Iowa National Guard State Family Readiness Conference & Youth Symposium
We are having our annual Iowa National Guard State Family Readiness Conference & Youth Symposium for the Service members and their families on 21-23 May 2010. The event will be at the Polk County Convention Center on Grand Avenue and Fifth in downtown Des Moines. The times we would like displays/exhibits up and manned are Friday, 21 May from 3 p.m. through 9 p.m. and again on Saturday, 22 May from 6:30 a.m. through 5:30 p.m. This is a great opportunity to talk with many of our Families and Service members about your organization or benefits.
May 12, 2010
Iowa Works Central Iowa Job Fair
Iowa Works Central Iowa will be holding its regularly scheduled monthly Job Fair today at the Botanical Center in Des Moines from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon. Employers scheduled to appear today are:
- City of Des Moines
- ING
- DART
- CITI
- Worksource Inc.
- McDonalds Restaurants
The public is welcome to attend and the event is free of charge. However, there is limited seating, so please arrive early to guarantee participation in this event. For further information please call Tony Calaro at (515) 281-9701.
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