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Home My WebLink About20002219.tiff RESOLUTION RE: APPROVE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR H-1 B TECHNICAL SKILLS TRAINING GRANT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and WHEREAS, the Board has been presented with an Application for Federal Assistance for the H-1 B Technical Skills Training Grant from the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Human Services, Employment Services Division, to the U. S. Department of Labor, commencing November 1, 2000, and ending October 31, 2002, with further terms and conditions being as stated in said grant, and WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said grant, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that the Application for Federal Assistance for the H-1 B Technical Skills Training Grant from the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the Department of Human Services, Employment Services Division, to the U. S. Department of Labor be, and hereby is, approved. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Chair be, and hereby is, authorized to sign said grant. The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 13th day of September, A.D., 2000. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS W D COUNTY, COL RADO ATTEST: I#P2≥ Barbara J. I ' ey r, Chai Weld County Clerk tot Bo; - ��►; � 1861 (�\ tip • '��►V�►�►�� .t . J. eile, Pro-Tem BY: • 2!�•r% ,�� Deputy Clerk to the �i rg E. Baxter ,�VED A FORM: Dale. Hall ,1!7 County Attor ey cal Glenn Vaad-- C d ' /�/t? 2000-2219 H R0071 MEMORANDUM TO: Board of County Commissioners Barbara J. Kirkmeyer, Chair 111 I C FROM: Walter J. Speckman, Executive Director ToPV Weld County Division of Human Services COLORADO DATE: September 12, 2000 SUBJECT: Technical Skills Training Grant Enclosed for Board approval is a request for a Technical Skills Training Grant form the United States Department of Labor. The purpose of this grant request is to increase the skills of employed and unemployed workers so they may fill the high skill jobs which are presently filled by temporary workers. This proposal was developed in partnership with Aims Community College, the Kenneth W. Monfort college of Business Certification and Training Programs, and the Weld County Workforce Development Board. The grant is designed to assist employers in upgrading their current technical support workforce through a technical support program delivered by Aims Community College, as well as provide support for 80-100 individuals in obtaining technical training certificates through UNC or Aims Community College. The grant requests $450,000.00 of Federal funds for the operation of this project for a two (2) year period of performance. There will be a local in- kind match of$160,000.00 for a total program cost of$610,000.00. If you have any questions, please telephone me at extension 3317. 2000-2219 46984 Federal Register/Vol. 65, No. 148/Tuesday, August 1, 2000/Notices APPLICATION FOR APPENDIX A OMB Approval No.0348-0043 FEDERAL ASSISTANCE 1-DATE SUBMITTED Applicaot identifier 1. TYPE OF SUBMISSION: 3.DATE RECEIVED BY STATE Stele Application Identifier Application PrsappBulton O Construction 0 Construction 4.DATE RECEIVED BY FEDERAL AGENCY Federal Identifier x Non.Co strcCian ❑Non-Co en:niou I.APPLICANT INFORMATION Legal Names Orgenii Honed Unit: • Weld County Government Employment Services of Weld County Address(give city,county,Mete sod sip code): Name,telephone number and fax number of the penon to be wended on mestere Involving 1551 North 17th Avenue this applicatiom(gin woecodel. P.O. Box 1805 Linda L. Perez, Director Greeley, Colorado 80632 (970) 353-3800 x3360 6. EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER(FIN): OD D®a D D o D 7.TYPE OF APPLICANT:(enter appropriate letter le box! El A. Shoe R Independent School Dist. B. County I Stets Controlled Umwilmtlom of Higher Learning 0. TYPE OF APPLICATION: C.Munidpe 1.Private University 1 Mew ❑Continuation 'J Revision D.Towmthlp K Inmaso Tribe E.Interstate l. Individual F. Intermunieipol M.Profit Orgonlaattw El a G. Spwial District N. Other(Specify): . If Revalue,ether appropriate lettsrls)Inboxiest: 9.NAME OF FEDERAL.AGENCY: A. Increase Award S. Decrease Award C. Increase DmeMiem Employment and Training D. Doc ease Duration Other(specify): Administration (ETA) , Labor 10.CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE NUMBER: 11. DESCRIPTIVE TITLE OF APPLICANTS PROJECT: QE-©®1 Weld County Technical Skills mILEIH-1B Technical Skill Training Grants Training Consortium 12.AREAS AFFECTED BY PROJECT(MM.counties,Stela.etc.): Weld County Colorado 13.PROPOSED PROJECT: 10. CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICTS Or: Start Doe Ending Den o. Applicant b. Project 11/1 /09 10/31 /02 4 t 13. ESTIMATED FUNDING: II. LS APPLICATION SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372 PROCESS? a. Foderd T 450,000 .00 a. YES.THIS PREAPPLICATION/APPLICATION WAS MADE AVAILABLE TO THE STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 13372 PROCESS FOR REVIEW ON b.AppticM 3 .00 DATE to Slate S M b. NO.O PROGRAM IS NOT COVERED BY£.O.12373 d.Local f .00 CI OR PROGRAM HAS NOT BEEN SELECTED BY STATE FOR REVIEW e.Other $ 160,000 -00 f. Fragrant theme f .00 17. IS THE APPLICANT DELINQUENT ON ANY FEDERAL DEBT` I.TOTAL $ 610,000 .00 D Yes It"Ye,"math en explanation. )0 No U.TO THE BEST OF MY IG'4OW LEDGE AND BELOIT,ALL DATA IN THIS APPIICATOON/PREAPPUCATION ARE TRUE AND CORRECT.THE DOCUMENT HAS BEEN DULY AUTHORIZED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE APPLICANT AND THE APPLICANT WILL COMPLY WITH THE ATTACHED ASSURANCES IF THE ASSISTANCE IS AWARDED. m a.Typed Neme of Authorised Reprcwated's b.Title e.Telephone member Rarhara O. Kirkmever, Weld Courtv Board of Commissioners Chair(970)356-4000 d.S see of Au orfred Reynmotatle e.Doe Signed ' 2� OR-"i3 -20° Standard Form 421 (REV 4-U) Previous Edith's No*Usable Rescrlbed by OMB Circular A-102 Authorized for Local Reproduction 46986 Federal Register/Vol. 65, No 148/Tuesday, August 1, 2000/Notices APPENDIX B PART II - BUDGET INFORMATION SECTION A -Budget Summary by Categories A B C 1. Personnel 20 471.17 2. Fringe Benefits(Rate 28%) 5,731.93 3. Travel 2,500.00 4. Equipment -1- 5. Supplies 400.00 6. Contractual -0- 70,388.28 7. Other 8. Total,Direct Cost 99,491.38 (Lines I through 7) 9. Indirect Cost(Rate %) _ 10. Training Cost/Stipends 350,508.62 11. TOTAL Funds Requested 450,000.00 (Lines 8 through 10) SECTION B-Cost Sharing/Match Summary(if appropriate) A 1. Cash Contribution -0- 2.In-Kind Contribution 160,000.00 3. TOTAL Cost Sharing/Match 160 000.00 (Rate %) 36% .e. 12 NOTE: Use Column�toColumn B to record chauestednges tor the=Column A (i.e. requests for aeriod of performance dditional funds 18 months,etc.); B). or line item changes; and Column C to record the totals (A plus SF 424 A Budget Narrative Weld County Technical Skills Training Consortium Personnel- $20,471.17 40% of Special Programs Manager- for program management and tracking. 100% of salary$39,005.78 x 40% = $15,602.31. 10% of Fiscal Officer for grant management and processing of ITA's. 100% of salary $48,688.61 x 40% _ $4,868.86. Fringe Benefits (Rate 28%) - $5,731.93 40% Special Programs Manager for program management and tracking. 100% of fringe $10,921.62 x 40% = $4,368.65. 10% of Fiscal Officer for grant management and processing of ITA's. 100% of fringe $13,632.81 x 40% = $1,363.28. Travel- $2,500.00 Direct program cost for Instructional Trainer travel to business sites to develop internships, work experiences, and placements. Mileage reimbursed @ $.305 per mile. Estimated mileage of 2,000 over the 24 month grant period. Included are travel costs for Project Director trip to Washington,D.C. Equipment None Supplies- $400.00 General Operating Office Supplies: paper,pens, pencils, etc. for client files and recruitment materials. Contractual None Other Direct Costs- $70,388.28 1.5 FTE for Instructional Trainer for delivery of career training model certification and development of internships, work experiences, and placements. Annual salary @ $40,258.89 Fringe for 1.5 FTE Instructional Trainer. Annual salary @$26,839.26 x 28% fringe rate= $11,272.49 Administrative Costs (Note: Admistrative Costs will not exceed 10% of total award) Overhead, operational, and other administrative costs directly associated with the program -$18,796.90. Training Costs/Stipends- $350,508.62 Training Costs for 100 individuals to be provided through a process similar to the Individual Training Account(ITA) under the Workforce Investment Act(WIA). Training costs are expected to be as follows: Approximately 60 ITA's for individuals who will attend UNC for certification in MCSE, CISCO, LYNX etc. with an average cost of$2,000- $6,300 per individual. and Approximately 50 ITA's for individuals who will attend Aims Community College for certification in courses offered under the career ladder training model with an average cost of$1,400 per individual. These average costs include required books, materials, and assessments. Total Direct Costs & Total Federal Funds Requested Total Direct Costs- $450,000.00 Total Federal Funds Requested $450,000.00 Indirect Costs (Rate %) None Total Funds Requested- $450,000.00 Match Summary Cash None In-Kind Aims Community College- $50,000.00 Includes use of technology lab, instructional materials, staff costs, and overhead costs associated with class delivery and implementation of project. University of Northern Colorado- $50,000.00 Includes use of instructional labs, instructional materials, staff costs, and overhead costs associated with class delivery and implementation of project. Employment Services of Weld County- $40,000.00 Case Management Services provided through the Workforce Investment Act Dislocated Worker and Adult Programs for co-enrolled individuals Employer Contribution - $20,000.00 Employer contribution for training reimbursement for employees involved in training under this grant, paid internships, supervisor time, space, etc. for technical support training. Total-$160,000.00 WELD COUNTY TECHNICAL SKILLS TRAINING CONSORTIUM A. Statement of Need Weld County Colorado is located in the north central part of the State and covers approximately 4,004 square miles. Weld County is one of the top ten counties in the State of Colorado and a key growth area in Northern Colorado. From 1990 to 1998, Weld County saw a population increase of 27.3% and is expected to experience a continued growth rate of 18-20% every five (5) years through 2015. Weld County's projected population for 2000 is 179,965. The county has a large rural population in addition to the city of Greeley, the largest municipality in the County, which has an estimated population of 74,296. According to data provided by the Colorado Department of Local Affairs, the average per capita income for Weld County in 1998,was $20,209. For the same time period, the state of Colorado's average per capita income was $27,813, and the United States average was $26,459. There are two post-secondary educational institutions located in Weld County. Aims Community College, located in Greeley, Ft. Lupton and Loveland, serves approximately 14,000 full and part-time students, while the University of Northern Colorado, also located in Greeley, serves a student of population of 10,500. The economy of Weld County and Northern Colorado has been based historically in agriculture. As indicated above, during the 1990's, the Weld County region experienced unprecedented growth in its population. In addition to the population growth, Weld County experienced a significant growth in high tech manufacturing, Information Technology Support, and a burgeoning service-based economy. Along with these changes, local employers such as Kodak, Hewlett-Packard, and RR Donnelly are seeking, and demanding, an increasingly skilled workforce and flexible training opportunities for employees. The Weld County Workforce Development Board (WCWDB) completed it's major 5 year strategic plan for the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) in the Spring of 2000. The labor market study and analysis section of this plan indicated that one of the greatest local labor problems is the low availability of a labor force possessing the adequate skills required by employers. The Colorado Occupation Outlook for 1996-2006 Top 10 Growth Occupations indicates that the top two growth areas in Colorado are Systems Analyst (13.4%), and Computer Engineers (12.2%). These two areas, in addition to Software Engineer and Network Control Operator, also were listed as occupations which were estimated occupations with significant or high under- supply relative to estimated demand in the Occupational Supply and Demand Report for July 1998 - June 1999 for Planning Region 2 . The Colorado Department of Labor's data base for job orders clearly indicates that employers in the Northern Region of Colorado have indicated a high level of skills required in their labor force. These skills include: technical support, hardware/software network administration, computer programmer, UNIX, Microsoft, CAD, D Base, AH, UX, HTM, Cisco, router skills and configuration. Weld County is adjacent to Larimer, Boulder and Adams Counties where many high technology companies such as Aglient, IBM, Sun Micro Systems, and others are located. Each of these counties and their respective employer base is within commuting distance of Weld County. In the North Front Ranee-Strategic Labor Market Analysis, it was noted that one of the key workforce development opportunities is to develop cooperative training programs sponsored by local employers which improve the skills of the existing workforce, build strong partnerships with the higher education systems, and leverage the new advanced technology programs through internships, recruitment, and continuing-education for employees. In March 2000, the WCWDB responded to a need for addressing technical support skill needs in the community. Employment Services of Weld County, a Colorado Workforce Center and operating arm for the WCWDB, Aims Community College (ACC), and the Kenneth W. Monfort School of Business at University of Northern Colorado (UNC) developed a strategy which would: • Provide tools to assist employers in assessing their technical training needs; Make technical training available at the employer site for employees; • Work with existing employers; and • Work with Economic Development Partnership agencies to identify the training needs of potential employers. A comprehensive, systematic career ladder training model which focuses on the enhancement of employee retention and technical career development was completed. Elements of the model include: Make training "just in time", Provide the opportunity for onsite delivery; • Make training available to all employers • Provide non-traditional scheduling/competency packing. This career ladder training model for technical skills develops skill sets for the high tech industry for entry level skills, upgrading skills for a higher level of job duties, and for jobs in the technical industry requiring more professional certifications. These competency ladders will allow individuals to obtain certificates at each level and to add additional certificates when needed/desired which demonstrate a higher level of skill attainment, increasing their opportunity for upward mobility. A regional employer focus group was convened to address the need for individuals to fill a second level of technical support occupations. The focus group explored: 1) What additional competencies could advance an entry level individual to the second/next level of employment; 2) Would the advancement create a deficit in entry level positions; 3) How wide is the need across the county, region, state? An Employer Focus Group session (consisting of small and large employers of the region)was conducted in the Spring 2000 and identified the skills required for entry level positions, as well as skills for second level technical support occupations. (See attached job titles and US DOL/ETA section of DOT coded positions —Note: 031,032,033). Competencies at both levels were identified and verified by focus group members. Work began on a career ladder model based on the information acquired from this activity. Grant funding from this proposal will support the development and implementation of a career ladder model to meet these regional needs. B, Service Delivery Strategy The Board of Weld County Commissioners administers its employment and training programs through Employment Services, a county department. The Weld County Workforce Development Board (WCWDB) shares oversight and planning responsibilities for the delivery of services through the employment and training programs, and assists the commissioners in the development of goals and objectives, system design, and the monitoring and evaluation of program activities. Employment Services in an integrated system offering programs under the One-Stop concept including Workforce Investment Act Programs, Wagner-Peyser, Welfare-to Work (WtW), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and the Employment First Food Stamp Job Search Program. The WCWDB and Employment Services identifies the needs of employers and businesses through surveys, employer focus groups, and economic development efforts. In response to both the short and long term training needs of businesses, the needs of the incumbent workforce, and to address labor shortages experienced by employers, the WCWDB in partnership with Aims Community College developed a program to support and promote career mobility for individuals through a validated competency-based career ladder model. This model focuses on technical support skills and is designed to meet the increasing need for high tech skills in the local community. The following is a diagram of this competency-based career ladder model: SERVICE DELIVERY STRATEGY MODEL CAREER MANAGEMENT ENTRY LEVEL EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATE TECHNICAL SUPPORT (General employability OCCUPATIONS competencies) CERTIFICATE PROFESSIONAL SEMINARS CERTIFICATIONS APPROPRIATE TO INTERN-SHIPS EMPLOYER —' EMPLOYMENT *ATTACHMENT 1 GENER- AL ACC and UNC Note: Attachment 1 shows Skill Sets and Technical Skill Sets The design of this model was created through development of new curriculum addressing identified needs and by repackaging existing curriculum to create a certificate level program, with options of articulation to an Associates and/or Baccalaureate degree. These certificates are designed to meet employers' needs for moving an entry-level individual to a second level of employment and beyond, while also back filling a deficit in entry-level positions. By encouraging and remaining flexible to changes in technology, employees will move along the continuum towards advanced technology level training as life-long learners. Supervised work- based experiences, with a mentoring practicium internship component,will provide a variety of experiences for the employee/student. Based upon the validated employer surveys completed by participants of the employer focus group, the type of jobs training would prepare the workforce for would include: Jr. Administrator, Sr. Agent, User Support, Technician II or III, Programmer, Quality Assurance, Team Manager, Software-test lab, Systems Administrator, Sr. Technician, Writer Support Center Specialist, Regional Data Center Specialist,Network Administration Manager, Help Desk Manager, LAN Manager, Data Base Manager, Trainer, and Network Engineer. Some of the skills sets and technical skills needed are located as Attachment 1. The University of Northern Colorado (UNC),through its Certification and Training Programs, offers technical certifications in MCSE 2000, CISCO-CCNA, I-Net and LINUX. UNC also offers Computer Science and Computer Information Systems Bachelors Degree Programs. Aims Community College (ACC) has a Computer Information Systems Associate of Applied Science Degree and certificates for Information Technology and a Computer Information Systems Certificate with a Network Administration Emphasis. The partnership between ACC and UNC will provide individuals with a continuum of high technology training to address the identified employer needs while also meeting the needs of Weld County residents. In working with targeted employers and interested incumbent workers, an assessment of entry and exit points will be identified. Incumbent workers, selected by employers for the technical support training, will primarily be assessed by the employer for participation in training. For those individuals who desire to continue to a certification program or degree program offered at UNC, or additional technical certificates through ACC, a more formal assessment will be completed. Formal assessments will be broken into two parts. First, prior to grant funds being used for continued training, individuals would be required to complete an application and interview to validate their commitment to, and knowledge of,the industry, and to assess their commitment to training and their desire to be gainfully employed in the high tech industry. Secondly, individuals will be given a combination of assessments to measure work performance, tenure, and customer services attitudes, as well as interest tests to assist the individual in identifying those areas in which they would most likely succeed. Packages of related competencies will be offered in flexible weeldy schedules and environments that are directly tied to the assessments of the employee's skills. Outcomes of these assessments will follow a natural progressive high tech continuum. Through the partnership of this Technical Skills Training Consortium, linkages will occur with Employment Services, Aims Community College, UNC and other agencies to help provide the necessary supportive services identified either during the assessment process, or during participation in the training. Employers will be essential partners during the work-based learning component in assisting their employees in attaining these certificates. Certification programs will be delivered via a broad range of innovative instructional delivery methods including: on-line courses, microwave and IVS systems, the local cable TV channel, on-site instruction, as well as traditional classroom instruction. It is critical that a program of this type have a clear, well articulated curriculum that can be delivered in a wide variety of physical and virtual venues and in a variety of time packages that are flexible. Aims Community College has experience in and a successful history of developing and delivering on- line instruction. This includes micro-wave and cable television delivery capabilities as well as video conferencing capabilities between campuses. UNC also has extensive video conferencing capabilities which are capable of reaching all of their facilities. All of these delivery mechanisms demand a well developed curriculum. As curriculum is developed for the technical support areas, it will be done in a well articulated competency based format. Competency packages, while interdependent, will be grouped in ways which allow the most flexible delivery in terms of time and mode of delivery. All curriculum will be developed based upon the employer input obtained the structured focus groups and competency validation exercises. During the Employer Focus groups, employers identified delivery mechanisms that would work best for them and their employees. Local business have expressed interest in a commitment to on site delivery. Strong indications were for training to be available during both traditional and non- traditional times, hands on lab settings, and internships and job shadowing at the work site with on-site training including employer support for completion. The majority of the funds from this grant will be used to pay portions of the training costs for individuals to attend classes at UNC or ACC, and to support the costs of.1.5 FTE Instructional Trainers to provide on-site instruction and individualized instruction. These individuals will be hired to: coordinate the various delivery modalities based on student/employer and specific employers needs, coordinate and schedule the various modalities between the employer work site setting and the schools, establish internship/mentoring sites and relationships, and monitor the internship/mentoring experience of students/employers. The Instructional Trainers will have a clear understanding of both the business world and the education environment and help bridge the gap between business and education. They will also help in facilitating the experiential elements of the program and contribute to program evaluation components. Funds from this proposal will pay between 50% and 70% of the tuition, fees, and books for various training components for enrolled individuals. The tuition and fees will range from $300 to $9,000 per participant depending upon the certification desired. Employers and/or participants are expected to commit to the program and its outcomes by sharing in the cost of training. Employers will be encouraged to use their tuition assistance programs or other methods for supporting the on-site training and certification programs for their employees. For those individuals not being assisted by an employer, the grant will assist with 70% of the training costs. UNC will assist individuals in programs such as LINUX, MCSE 2000, MOUS training, CCNA and Bachelors degrees by helping them access appropriate financial aid options and providing them with career guidance. Career placement assistance and internship assistance is available for those individuals desiring it. All programs are offered on the most up-to-date equipment available. Aims Community College will assist individuals in obtaining financial aid through various resources such as Pell Grants, Institutional Grants, eligible scholarships and other grant opportunities that participants in this program might be eligible for. All three partners will make vocational guidance and counseling available to participants. This guidance will help individuals in choosing the most appropriate certificate training program for their short and/or long range career planning needs. The partners can provide various career counseling services including: career assessment,web-based resources, career education modules, and job skills instruction. C. Target Population The target population for this proposal includes incumbent workers who are currently employed in the technical fields, other non-technical employed workers who are looking to advance through obtaining a technical certification, and unemployed workers who are interested in entry level positions in technical positions. The Instructional Trainers will make special efforts to reach out to Hispanic workers and entry level TANF and low-income workers to obtain higher technical skills and certificates for higher paying jobs. While not a target of this grant,this partnership will also work with older workers or new entrants into the labor force to fill entry- level positions vacated by those obtaining high tech certificates. While the grant will target incumbent workers as the primary participants of this project, other individuals will be considered for training as part of the overall career ladder model. Some flexibility has been built into the design of this proposal to allow a backfill in entry level slots vacated by those moving up the career ladder. Additionally, other incumbent workers may be appropriate to move into the technical support tract. Often times individuals may have completed university degrees, but may not possess the skills that would lead to employment in today's world of technology. This program would be able to provide competency sets that would make them highly employable in today's market place. Technical support is one of the fastest growing occupations in Northern Colorado as well as nationally. Employers often hire their entry-level workforce based on entry level skills and then provide for their training based on their own software and equipment. While individuals are paid during training, wages tend to be at the low-end of the wage scale. The intent of this proposal is to target the incumbent workforce and provide them the technical skills necessary for upward mobility in their own company or another high tech industry. It is anticipated that approximately 60-70% of the 100 participants will be incumbent workers. The remaining participants will be recruited from unemployment insurance recipients, schools, vocational rehabilitation programs, those individuals who have dropped out of training due to financial needs, and employment and training programs for low-income individuals. Criteria to be used for assessment and enrollment include the assessment process identified previously as well as the employer and participant's financial commitment in helping to support the training costs. Employment Services of Weld County annually serves approximately 10,000 individuals seeking employment and training services. Recruitment for this program may occur through the employment and training programs operated by Employment Services. It is expected that employers will recruit from their own workforce. Aims Community College will assist in identifying Hispanic candidates in collaboration with the recent Hispanic-Serving Institutions Title VI grant that was awarded to its South Campus. UNC will work with the campus Cultural Center and the College of Health and Human Services to identify under represented individuals. Employment Services will coordinate with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation to identify individuals with disabilities that might benefit from upgraded skill training. The Individual Training Account system developed under the Workforce Investment Act will be utilized to pay the tuition costs. D. Sustainability The lead partners in this Technical Skills Training Consortium will contribute the 25% match requirement in the following ways: ACC will provide in-kind time for faculty instruction, curriculum development, design of delivery systems, instructional space including classrooms, technical labs, alternative instructional delivery system technical studio, and the Aims project coordinators time dedicated towards this project. UNC will provide certified trainer instruction, administrative support and coordination, curriculum development, design of delivery systems, instructional space including classrooms, technical labs, and alternative instructional delivery systems studios. Local employers will provide on-site instructional space, personnel to assist with paid internships and mentors, and internal needs assessments. • The WCWDB will continue to take an active role in the development, implementation and evaluations of the project. • Employment Services will provide its core and intensive services under the Workforce Investment Act, Wagner-Peyser funding, and linkages to TANF funds for supportive services and child care resources as appropriate The Organizational Structure and services to support this project is located as Attachment 2. This partnership will maintain the activities of this grant application through the following: • ACC and UNC will jointly develop and repackage curriculum and the career ladder model will be finalized and articulated between Aims Community College and the University of Northern Colorado. • Approximately 30-40 employers in the Northern Colorado region will be notified of the high-tech packages offered for their employees to upgrade their skills. It is expected that employers will include these training options as part of their tuition assistance program for employees. • The WCWDB will continue to support collaborative efforts with ACC, UNC, and the employer community as an operating strategy based on need. • Continuous assessment of the partnership's efforts and the employers' satisfaction with those efforts will be monitored through feedback from employers and students. E. Linkages with Key Partners This consortium brings together business, training, and service organizations which include: the Weld County Workforce Development Board, Aims Community College, the University of Northern Colorado, an employer support group with representatives from: Hewlett Packard, Agilent Technologies, Star-Tek, Volt, Weststaff, State Farm Insurance, Sykes International, Highland Management, Duke Communications, et el. The employer focus group, comprised of 10-15 businesses including small and medium sized businesses, will continue to support this effort through curriculum review, training, and employee skill upgrades. Employment Services, as the one-stop operator in Weld County, will provide overall management and direction of the program in partnership with Aims and UNC. The Project Director will be Linda Perez, Director, Employment Services of Weld County, and Ted Long, Special Programs Manager, Employment Services of Weld County. Mr. Long will devote at least 40 percent of the his time to this project. Pat Mcguire, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, Aims Community College, and David Cessna, Director, Certification and Training Programs, Kenneth W. Monfort College of Business, UNC, will be the primary advisors to the project. Resumes of these key people are located at Attachment 3. The WCWDB will provide overall policy development. Fiscal Agent and Certification The grant recipient and/or fiscal agent for this project will be Weld County Government through the Weld County Division of Human Services. Weld County Government through Employment Services has successfully administered Federal and State employment and training programs for over 25 years. This project is consistent with, and will be coordinated with,the Workforce Investment Systems that are involved in technical skills in Weld County. Employment Services of Weld County has implemented high quality employment and training programs for over 25 years. Aims Community College provides a broad scope of technologically current and relevant programs packaged for effective delivery to a wide variety of students. The Monfort College of Business, UNC, has been recognized by the Colorado Business Journal as the best undergraduate college of business programs in the state of Colorado because of its innovative business programs. F Outcomes By the end of the two year grant period, 50 participants, which may include incumbent workers or unemployed individuals needing skill upgrades, will have participated in the career ladder training model for technical support occupations. As stated earlier, training will address the employment needs local employers. It is anticipated that 80% of the participants will either advance into higher technical paying jobs with their current employers, or obtain employment in a technical field. Of the total number of individuals participating in the technical support training model, it is anticipated that 90% will receive a technical support certificate from ACC. This certificate will be transferable to a new employer and demonstrate the individuals higher level of technical support skills . By the end of the two-year grant period, approximately 60 participants will participate in technical certifications in MCSE 2000, Cisco, CCNA, I-net, Linux, etc, and will complete their training in 3 to 8 months. . It is anticipated that 10 of the individuals attending training at UNC will possess some degree of high tech skills and training will allow them to upgrade their skills to meet current technology needs, ie. re-certification for MCSE 2000, web design, or e-based . It is anticipated that 80% of all participants who attend training at UNC will obtain employment in a high tech industry. . It is expected that 30-40 employers will be made aware of the high tech training packages available to upgrade their employees skills. . Skills attained by participants in the program will enhance the economic development of the region, fill skill shortages within companies, and enhance the individual's salary earning potential, thus, moving them up the career technical ladder. fr An articulation agreement between ACC and UNC will allow for credits to transfer for an AAS or BS degree. P. ACC will develop a Technical Support Certificate to be included in the college curriculum for new students. G. Cost Effectiveness Participants in the Weld County Technical Training Consortium Project can expect a 25-50% increase in their present salaries with successful completion of technical certification programs. For example, in the state of Colorado, employees with MCSE certification with less than one- year experience,the entry level wage is approximately $46,000 according to Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine. Similar salary levels can be expected with Cisco, CCNA, I-net, Linux, etc. The average cost per participant will be $4,500. Detailed Discussion of the 25%match: Aims Community College will provide in-kind time for faculty instruction, curriculum development, design of delivery systems, instructional space including classrooms, technical labs, alternative instructional delivery system technical studio, and Aims project coordinator time dedicated towards project. This amount of in-kind is approximately $50,000 University of Northern Colorado will provide certified trainer instruction, administrative support, curriculum development, design of delivery systems, instructional space including classrooms, technical labs, alternative instructional delivery systems studios. This amount of In-kind is approximately $50,000. Local employers will provide on-site instructional space,personnel to assist with paid internships and mentors, and internal needs assessments. This amount of in-kind is approximately $20,000. Employment Services will provide recruitment, case management support as appropriate, data entry and a tracking system . The amount of in-kind, not counted toward the federal match is approximately $40,000. EMPLOYMENT SERVICES OF WELD COUNTY ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE Weld County Board of Weld County Commissioners Workforce Development Board Employment Services of Weld County - Workforce Center Director 1 / EMPLOYMENT / ADMINISTRATION SERVICES / . t Reception g Fiscal 9 Registration I Client Data Food Stamp Job Search 1 Migrant/seasonal Farmworkers $ TRA/TAA a 1 Accounting Job Referrals Building and Employer Job Placements Computer r Job Match Maintenance a Relations Job Listing Marketing Job Solicitation r Job Development Summer Job Hunt Personnel Veteran`s Services 1 Veteran Veteran Service Coordination Representative Veteran's Preference Monitoring ISecretarial GED Preparation 1 PBX Operator Remedial Education Assessments Basic Word Processing Learning Lab Basic Typing Resume Development I Employability Skills 3 TANF Program WIA Adult Program WIA Youth Program i Special Welfare to Work p WIA Dislocated Worker Program Programs AmeriCorps I Youth Crime Prevention and Intervention 1 08/00 TECHNICAL SUPPORT TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPECIFIC TECHNICAL LEVEL I LEVEL II CERTIFICATIONS COMPETENCIES REQUIRED COMPETENCIES REQUIRED Demonstrate high level communication skills;written, verbal All technical support certificate competencies Certified Novell Engineer Demonstrate an ability to work in teams OJT/Internship/Mentorship Certified Novell Administrator Communicate technical information,verbally,in a user-friendly A technical certification Linux GNU Certification manner Specific software skills Lotus Domino Certification Demonstrate a desire to learn High level of customer service skills Cisco—CCNA Explain basic hardware functions Certificate Microsoft Certified Professional Apply basic software functions Individualized(Compnay-based)Internship Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Demonstrate navigation skills Portfolio Microsoft Certified Database Explain the relationship and function of components Administrator Describe the components and functioning of network configuration Microsoft Certified Solution Developer Describe the process and functioning of email and internet A+Certification Apply the principles of good customer service Network+Certification Apply"diffusing"skills in given situations Inet Certification Demonstrate the principles of problem solving Apply systematic trouble shooting Demonstrate good keyboarding skills Demonstrate high-level listening skills Know and use own learning style for self Apply principles of learning styles in instructing others Investigate and explain a company profile—purpose,reputation, functions, services Explain the relationship of employment and company profile LINDA L. PEREZ 3312 W 23rd Street Road Greeley, Colorado 80634 (970)353-3800 x3363 (Business) (970) 330-7618 (Residence) Human services professional with 20+ years experience in administration, management, program development and training. Experience includes increasing responsibility in research and application of federal, state and local laws in regard to funding laws and practices. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Employnl f t Sgrvices'Director `(1991 fTf'.segt PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Administration, planning and implementation of Employment Services of Weld County, a national model encompassing the merger of principle public employment and training programs; Achieve federal, state, and local performance standards, regulatory requirements and policies as prescribed; Extensive collaboration with other counties and state agencies on the operation and execution of employment services; Ongoing coordination with several funding sources in the development and implementation of contracts, grants and other applications as well as various budgets in the range of 1.8 million; Participate in the development and interpretation of legislation requiring extensive law and regulation research; Assist in the facilitation of the 25-member Weld County Workforce Development Board, an advisory board composed primarily of private sector business owners/executive officers; Involved in extensive coordination with local groups to facilitate planning and coordination of resources to increase services and options; Oversight of departmental supervisors, assisting with the development of performance evaluation tools and identification of function specific employee standards. Special Programs Coordi[rator (1985, :1991 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Program implementation of various youth programs under the Job Training Partnership Act, Migrant and Seasonal Farm Worker Program and the Veterans Program; Coordination with thirteen school districts, Aims Community College and human service agencies to maximize services to clients; Liaison between Employment Services of Weld County and federal, state and county agencies in the implementation of programs; Assisted in the development of new programs. Corj fgpts apd Gral?(s-Oificer (1;979- 1985 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Chief liaison officer for Weld County Division of Human Services grants and contracts, including negotiations and enforcement; Monitored and ensured programs consistently operated within federal, state, and local rules and regulations; Developed grants and contracts for all division programs within the agency; Assisted in the development of waivers for national demonstration program for welfare reform. EDUCATION: o B.S. Degree, conferred 1978 (Behavioral Science) o Associates in Arts and Science, 1972 University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado Police Science (30 hours), 1973 o Training, through programs and seminars, in management, Aims Community College, Greeley, Colorado budgeting and other areas as related to human services. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: o Weld County School-to-Work Partnership o Colorado Job Training Partnership Act Association o Island Grove Treatment Center Board o Placement Alternative Commission o Juvenile Planning Commission o Weld Leadership Advisory Board REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST TED A. LONG 3011 W. 19'" Street Greeley, Colorado 80634 (970) 353-8198 SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Over twenty years of diversified background covering the full management spectrum in human resources development. Experience includes recruiting and retention, professional communications and motivation, equal opportunity, personnel staffing and evaluation, career development and training, and market and program analysis. Additional qualifications include strong leadership and management skills providing effective coordination of technical and administrative functions for increased efficiency, especially where there is a need for troubleshooting, problem analysis, strong personnel production and lower operation costs. SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SPECIAL PROGRAMS MANAGER October 1991 to Present Employment Services of Weld County Greeley, Colorado Responsible for the administration, planning, implementation and monitoring of programs under the Workforce Investment Act including Adult, Youth and Dislocated Worker as well as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Welfare to Work, Youth Crime Prevention and intervention, and AmeriCorps. Responsible for meeting all Federal, State, and local performance standards, regulatory requirements, and policies. Previously responsible for the administration, planning, implementation and monitoring of programs under the Job Training Partnership Act including Titles IIA, llB, IIC, and III, as well as the Job Opportunities and Basic Skills (JOBS) Program, Summer Job Hunt, Youth Conservation Corps, and non-traditional training for women project. Responsible for meeting all Federal, State, and local performance standards, regulatory requirements, and policies. Work extensively with local groups and agencies to facilitate the planning and coordination of resources and collaborative efforts to increase services and options available in Weld County. Work extensively with other counties and State agencies in developing policies and procedures for the operation of employment and training programs. Coordinate with Aims Community College, Weld County Department of Social Services, thirteen school districts, employers, and other human service agencies to maximize services for clients. CLIENT SERVICES TECHNICIAN May 1991 to October 1991 Employment Services of Weld County Greeley, Colorado Case management of Job Training Partnership Act Youth Programs. Interviewed and assessed youth for employment and training needs. Developed Employability Plans based on needs and barriers. Maintained accurate client files regarding progress in various activities related to their Employability Plans. Developed and implemented client and recruiting practices and employment training sites. DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES PROGRAM July 1968 to January 1991 Department of Defense, United States Army Directed human resources program of a military recruiting company. Established work procedures that increased productivity 46 percent. Created counseling and evaluation systems to measure and increase performance. Market analysis and application of findings increased market share 10 percent. Company was selected as top company two consecutive years. Directed training programs for 32 individuals which included 25 sales persons, six office managers and one training facilitator. Developed and implemented training programs that resulted in eight individuals winning 8 out of 10 awards from a field of 120 competitors. Responsible for identification of weaknesses and implementing corrective procedures. Provided career development counseling to individuals on a routine basis. COMMUNITY SERVICE State Welfare to Work Coordinators State Program Coordinators Staffing of Weld County Workforce Development Board State Youth Coordinators Committee State Adult Coordinators Committee State EDWAA Coordinators Committee State Capacity Building Committee School to Work advisory group Parent advisory group, Scott Elementary School Non-traditional training advisory group Hello