18 | 2024 IMPACT REPORT Strengthening Businesses and Workforce Connections: Monterey County Works in Action Monterey County Works serves as a strategic partner for businesses and industries, driving the creation of a high-performing workforce. By prescreening candidates, crafting effective job descriptions, and leveraging an extensive talent network, the Board simplifies and streamlines the hiring process for employers. Additionally, the Board provides valuable labor market insights and collaborates with the California Employers Association to offer an HR Hotline for expert guidance on human resources matters. Job Fairs and Recruitment Events One of Monterey County Works’ key contributions is its role in connecting businesses with potential employees through recruitment events. These include job fairs and customized recruitment events. In 2024, Monterey County Works hosted 31 job fairs that connected more than 1,100 job seekers with 250+ employers, averaging 33 job seekers and nine employers per event. By organizing and hosting these events, the Board creates opportunities for businesses to showcase their vacancies, company culture, and overall operations to a wide pool of job seekers. These events facilitate initial interviews, resume collection, and the establishment of a talent pipeline, making the hiring process more efficient and effective. Recruitment Videos Monterey County Works also offers small businesses well-produced recruitment videos to enhance their visibility and appeal to job seekers. These professionally crafted videos highlight job opportunities, workplace culture, and the unique aspects of each business, helping local employers attract the right talent.
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