Ernest Melendrez

Developed employment opportunities for program participants that are affected by incarceration, broker’s job placements and acted as a liaison to the business community to ensure successful employment relationships for both the employer and the job seeker. Developed and provided training as necessary. Analyzed labor market data to identify industries or occupations with growth in openings and employment potential. Promoted partnerships with local government agencies, businesses, industry, labor, and community/faith-based organization. Interview employers/clients to determine needs, provided assistant and guidance relating to the interview process. Developed job opportunities for clients and acted a liaison between the employer and clients. Provides referrals to community partner/agencies/resources as necessary.

Developed employment opportunities for program participants, broker’s job placements and acted as a liaison to the business community to ensure successful employment relationships for both the employer and the job seeker. Developed and provided training as necessary. Analyzed labor market data to identify industries or occupations with growth in openings and employment potential. Promoted partnerships with local government agencies, businesses, industry, labor, and community/faith-based organization. Interview employers/clients to determine needs, provided assistant and guidance relating to the interview process. Developed job opportunities for clients and acted a liaison between the employer and clients. Provides referrals to community partner/agencies/resources as necessary.

• Personal and professional development skills
• Peer to peer counseling, mentoring
• Community building and enhancement training
• Diversity and multi-cultural training
• Public speaking training for diverse audiences
• Speech preparation and speech writing
• Conflict resolution 

Non-Traditional Leadership, Toastmasters International