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500 E. Capitol Ave.
Pierre, SD57501
(605) 773-3212
MEDIA ADVISORY: Friday, September 17, 2010
CONTACT: Joe Kafka or Roxy Everson at 605-773-3212
PIERRE, S.D. – The following are news tips from offices and agencies within South Dakota State Government:
Monday, September 20, Rapid City, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (MDT) - The Department of Labor will hold a Job Search Assistance Program (JSAP) at 111 New York Street, #107C. The JSAP is designed to assist and train job seekers on how to find and secure employment. This no-charge seminar is open to the public. Some topics included are: job search and retention skills, networking, the hidden job market, resumes, applications and proper interview techniques. Parties interested in attending should register by calling 605-394-2296. For more information, visit www.sdjobs.org.
Monday, September 20, Wanblee, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (MDT) - Benefits Specialists from the Department of Social Services' Division of Economic Assistance will be available in Wanblee. For more information, contact Emily Currey, 605-773-3165.
Monday, September 20, Sisseton, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (CDT) - The Department of Labor will hold a Job Search Assistance Program (JSAP) at 205 E. Oak St. The JSAP is designed to assist and train job seekers on how to find and secure employment. Some topics included are job search and retention skills, networking, the hidden job market, resumes, applications and proper interview techniques. It is provided at no charge and open to the public. Parties interested in attending should register by calling 605-698-3964. For more information, visit www.sdjobs.org.
Monday, September 20, Sioux Falls, 10 a.m. (CDT) – A new research study that measures the impact of the six public universities on the South Dakota economy will be released at a public briefing and news conference. The Sioux Falls briefing will be held in the Commons area at University Center, 4801 N. Career Drive. Michael Allgrunn and William Anderson of the Government Research Bureau at The University of South Dakota will discuss their findings from the Economic Impact Report. Representatives of the South Dakota Board of Regents and the public universities will be on hand to respond to questions. For more information, contact Janelle Toman or Tracy Mercer, 605-773-3455.
Monday, September 20, Rapid City, 4 p.m. (MDT) – A new research study that measures the impact of the six public universities on the South Dakota economy will be released at a public briefing and news conference. The Rapid City briefing will be held at the King Center Hall of Fame Room on the campus of South DakotaSchool of Mines & Technology. Michael Allgrunn and William Anderson of the Government Research Bureau at The University of South Dakota will discuss their findings from the Economic Impact Report. Representatives of the South Dakota Board of Regents and the public universities will be on hand to respond to questions. For more information, contact Janelle Toman or Tracy Mercer, 605-773-3455.
Tuesday, September 21, Kadoka – The Department of Labor (DOL) will have representatives visiting local Kadoka businesses. DOL offers many employment-related solutions to employers at no charge. Staff can assist with posting job listings, screening applicants, providing labor market information and providing human resource services. To schedule an appointment with Jesse Herrington and Jerome Wickersham, call 605-394-2296. To learn more about workforce related information, visit www.sdjobs.org.
Tuesday, September 21, Kyle, Webster, Miller - Benefits Specialists from the Department of Social Services' Division of Economic Assistance will be available at the following itinerant offices:
-Kyle from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. MDT
-Webster from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CDT
-Miller from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. CDT
For more information, contact Emily Currey, 605-773-3165.
Tuesday, September 21, Madison, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (CDT) – The Department of Labor will hold a Job Search Assistance Program (JSAP) at 223 S. Van Eps Ave., Suite 101. The JSAP is designed to assist and train job seekers on how to find a job. Some topics included are networking, the hidden job market, resumes, applications and proper interview techniques. It is provided at no charge and open to the public. Parties interested in attending should register by calling 605-256-5300. For more information, visit www.sdjobs.org.
Tuesday, September 21, Ft. Pierre, 10 a.m. (CDT) - The Energy Codes Workgroup will meet at the Holiday Inn Express. Agenda items include an upcoming energy codes adoption analysis, a funding opportunity for energy code activities, and possible Workgroup recommendations. For more information, contact Mike Mueller, Bureau of Administration, 605-773-3688.
Tuesday, September 21, Aberdeen, 12 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (CDT) - The Department of Labor will sponsor the Aberdeen Area 2010 Job Fair located at the Aberdeen Civic Arena, 215 South Washington. The Job Fair is for anyone seeking full- or part-time, permanent, temporary or seasonal employment. The Job Fair is open to the public at no charge and is an opportunity to showcase yourself, share your resume, check out available jobs and meet with multiple local employers at one time. Over 40 employers are expected to attend. For a complete employer listing, visit the Aberdeen Local Office webpage at aberdeen.dol.sd.gov. Other sponsors include: Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce, Aberdeen Development Corporation, Absolutely! Aberdeen, Aberdeen Area Human Resources Associations, Aberdeen News Company, New Tec, Inc., Hub City Radio, Dakota 105.5/107.7 KABD-FM and Northern State University.
Wednesday, September 22, Wall – The Department of Labor (DOL) will have representatives visiting local Wall businesses. DOL offers many employment-related solutions to employers at no charge. Staff can assist with posting job listings, screening applicants, providing labor market information and providing human resource services. To schedule an appointment with Jesse Herrington and Jerome Wickersham, call 605-394-2296. To learn more about workforce related information, visit www.sdjobs.org.
Wednesday-Thursday, September 22-23, Rapid City – DENR staff will attend a Missouri River Association of States and Tribes (MoRAST) meeting at the Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn, 505 N. Fifth Street. MoRAST is an organization of Missouri River states and tribes that works with the Corps of Engineers on Missouri River management issues. For an agenda, visit http://www.mo-rast.org/. For more information, contact Garland Erbele, DENR, 605-773-3352.
Wednesday, September 22, Sioux Falls-conference call, 9 a.m. (CDT) – The Department of Labor’s Board of Accountancy will hold a meeting via conference call. To view the meeting agenda and conference call locations, visit http://www.state.sd.us/dol/Boards/accountancy/acc-home.htm. For more information, call 605-367-5770.
Wednesday, September 22, Wanblee, ClearLake, Wessington Springs - Benefits Specialists from the Department of Social Services' Division of Economic Assistance will be available at the following itinerant offices:
-Wanblee from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. MDT
-Clear Lake from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. CDT
-Wessington Springs from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. CDT
For more information, contact Emily Currey, 605-773-3165.
Wednesday, September 22, Spearfish, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (MDT) – The Department of Labor will hold a Job Search Assistance Program (JSAP) at 1300 North Ave. The JSAP is designed to assist and train job seekers on how to find and secure employment. Some topics included are job search and retention skills, networking, the hidden job market, resumes, applications and proper interview techniques. It is provided at no charge and open to the public. Parties interested in attending should register by calling 605-642-6900. For more information, visit www.sdjobs.org.
Wednesday, September 22, Chamberlain, 10 a.m. (CDT) - The Council of Juvenile Services meets at the Cedar Shore Resort in Chamberlain. For a meeting agenda, visit the Department of Corrections website at http://doc.sd.gov/about/council/meetings.aspx. For more information, contact the Department of Corrections, 605-773-3478.
Wednesday, September 22, Webster, 1–3 p.m. (CDT) - The Department of Labor will hold itinerant office hours at the Day County Courthouse basement. Both job seekers and employers interested in receiving employment and career services at no cost may visit or call 605-345-4781 during these office hours. More information on programs and services is available at www.sdjobs.org.
Wednesday, September 22, Elkton, 2:30 p.m. (CDT) – Gov. Mike Rounds will participate in the Basin Electric Deer Creek Station Construction Ceremony (20615 484th Ave.). For more information, contact Joe Kafka, 605-773-3212.
Thursday, September 23, Rapid City, 5:30 a.m. (MDT) - Gov. Mike Rounds will speak at the send-off ceremony of the Honor Flight South Dakota group of WWII veterans who will visit the WWII Memorial in Washington D.C. The event will be held at the Rapid City Regional Airport. For more information, contact Joe Kafka, 605-773-3212.
Thursday, September 23, Pierre, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (CDT) - The Department of Labor and the Department of Revenue and Regulation will jointly host a Small Business Workshop with the Small Business Development Center and the Small Business Administration at the Kneip Building, Conference Rooms 1 & 2. Business owners are encouraged to attend this one-day event provided at no charge to learn about available services and programs. DOL will provide insight into South Dakota's labor and employment laws, the workers' compensation and unemployment insurance systems, and employment services provided by DOL's local offices. Register and learn more by visiting www.sdjobs.org or by calling 605-773-3372. Topics covered by Revenue and Regulation include sales, use, and contractors' excise tax; labor & employment laws, wages & hours, unemployment insurance tax, unemployment insurance benefits, the New Hire Reporting Law; and no-cost, business consulting services available for new and existing businesses. For more information, contact Jo S. Riley, Business Education Coordinator, Department of Revenue & Regulation, 605-773-3311.
Thursday, September 23, Kyle, Webster, Hayti - Benefits Specialists from the Department of Social Services' Division of Economic Assistance will be available at the following itinerant offices:
-Kyle from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. MDT
-Webster from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CDT
-Hayti from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CDT
For more information, contact Emily Currey, 605-773-3165.
Thursday, September 23, Pierre, 9 a.m. (CDT) - The Transportation Commission of the South Dakota Department of Transportation will hold a meeting in the DOT Commission Room (Room 200) of the Becker-HansenBuilding, located at 700 E. Broadway Avenue. The public is welcome to attend. To view the meeting agenda, visit www.SDDOT.com. For more information, contact Amy Campbell, 605-773-5105.
Thursday, September 23, Vermillion, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (CDT) - The Department of Labor will hold a Job Search Assistance Program (JSAP) at 1024 W. Cherry St. The JSAP is designed to assist and train job seekers on how to find and secure employment. Some topics included are job search and retention skills, networking, the hidden job market, resumes, applications and proper interview techniques. It is provided at no charge and open to the public. Parties interested in attending should register by calling 605-677-6900 prior to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, September 21. For more information, visit www.sdjobs.org.