CAREER & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
Schenectady County Community College, 78 Washington Ave., Schenectady, NY 12305  / Phone:  518-381-1365 / Fax: 518-381-1477

EMPLOYER SERVICES

SEEKING EMPLOYEES:
Choose from the variety of options that are promoted to our students and alumni below.
ON-CAMPUS RECRUITING POLICIES & EEO STATEMENT                  

POST with EASE: - Manage your own on-line job listings accessible to SCCC students and alumni. 

Positions listed will automatically generate notifications to job seekers.  Company information is also available 24/7 for those who are seeking opportunities related to your business.  Businesses will be notified of College events and programs throughout the year.

POST with SUNY COLLEGES - Seek candidates beyond the Capital Region.
The SUNY Career Development Organization offers you free access to post positions to most of the SUNY college career offices throughout the state with one transmission.  Click on "New Employer" and register your company in order to post opportunities throughout the year.

JOB FAIRS & ON-CAMPUS RECRUITMENT            
Contact Suzann Burke at 518/381-1365 or e-mail her to set up dates and times or to ask questions concerning the following recruitment activities.

EMPLOYER SHOWCASE TABLE:
This offers your organization a chance to interact with students informally and start making a serious attempt to be known as an active recruiter of SCCC students and alumni.  Typical times to reserve a table in the campus center lobby would be Monday - Thursday from 10am - 2pm.

PRE-SCHEDULED PRESENTATIONS OR INTERVIEWS:
FALL Schedule - September - December

SPRING Schedule - February - April 
We will advertise career opportunities to students and faculty and arrange for on-campus presentations or interviews.
 
JOB FAIRS & SPECIAL EVENTS PARTICIPATION: Click HERE to see events which are promoted to our students, alumni and general campus community.  CLICK into the events for further information:

COMPANY CONVERSATIONS - October (filled), November (open), February (filled), March (open), April (open)
(A company sponsored luncheon that offers an informal approach to educating students on career paths and company expectations)

TODAY'S WORKFORCE  - November 12-15, 2007

HUMAN & COMMUNITY SERVICES EXPO - November 7, 2007 (Employer Registration Form)

HOSPITALITY EXPO - January 30, 2008 Employer Registration Form)

PUBLIC SAFETY & GOVERNMENT SERVICES EXPO - March 6, 2008 (Employer Registration Form)

NETWORKING NIGHT for the Sciences & Technologies - TBA         

CLASSROOM, CLUB & ADVISORY PARTICIPATION: 
We would like you to get fully involved with our College in order for students and faculty to be fully aware of industry trends, occupational demands, important skill sets to succeed in today's workforce, and the in's and out's of a efficient job search.  If interested in offering your expertise, contact Robert Frederick for more information - 518.381.1368.

CLASSROOM SPEAKERS:
We keep a listing of professionals willing to speak in the classroom on topics related to specific industries or careers.  This list is available for faculty and staff to use when seeking outside commentary on issues their teaching.  Presentation time availability may be from 10 minutes to one hour.

ACADEMIC CLUB PRESENTERS:
We have had community professionals including the Mayor of Schenectady, Lawyers, Business Owners, and various public and private professionals who share their insights on various issues that relate to the club's mission.
List of Academic Clubs:  American Culinary Federation, Aviation, Hospitality, Criminal Justice, Drama, Early Childhood, Human Services, Jurisprudence, Math/Computer, Business, Spanish and Technology.

CAREER ADVISORY VOLUNTEERS:
If you are comfortable using e-mail and would be interested in answering industry specific questions posed by students, alumni or faculty, please sign up for this community service.

Other resources to seek candidates from the Capital Region.

NYS Newspaper Classifieds - list opportunities (some offer resume searches).

Capital Area Help Wanted.  - list opportunities and review candidate resumes.

Community Agencies - grant funded or alternative training programs.
Culinary Training Centers - additional food service or culinary training centers.

Babysitter Guide - information and resources for babysitting and child care.

                                    
EMPLOYER FEEDBACK:
Click HERE for survey results OR HERE to send comments on our homepage or services.