HomeMy WebLinkAbout25D - JOB SEARCHREQUEST FOR
COUNCIL ACTION
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
JUNE 18, 2007
TITLE:
JOB SEARCH SYSTEMS SUBSCRIPTION
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CI MANAGER
RECOMMENDED ACTION
CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY:
APPROVED
^ As Recommended
^ As Amended
^ Ordinance on t~` Reading
^ Ordinance on 2ntl Reading
^ Implementing Resolution
^ Set Public Hearing For
CONTINUED TO
FILE NUMBER
Direct the City Attorney to prepare and authorize the City Manager and
the Clerk of the Council to execute an agreement with Geographic
Solutions in an amount not to exceed $39,000 to subscribe to an on-line
job search system.
DISCUSSION
Since 2002, the Santa Ana WORK Center has utilized an on-line job search
system called the Virtual One Stop developed by Geographic Solutions to
assist the WORK Center in providing necessary and vital services to job
seekers as required by the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). This system
allows job seekers access to jobs and services offered by the Santa Ana
Work Center. All on-line services are offered in both Spanish and
English. Santa Ana Work Center staff is also able to make use of case
management tools provided by Geographic Solutions through the on-line
system.
The virtual one-stop system, developed by Geographic Solutions, provides
access to a comprehensive array of services for job seekers, training
providers, benefit applicants, businesses and students. These services
are integrated at a user-friendly site that provides information on
available programs and services, training programs, labor market
information, job listings and financial assistance. The site is also a
valuable tool for employers who are finding it difficult to attract
qualified employees. Santa Ana businesses will be able to list all of
their job openings on the site and receive qualified resumes. Students
at Santa Ana Community College and the Santa Ana Unified School District
will also be able to access the system for career guidance at no cost.
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The virtual one-stop system is a subscription-based product, with price
being determined by the City's population. Geographic Solutions hosts
and maintains the site, and is also responsible for customizing the
screens and the information to fit Santa Ana's needs. The information on
the site is the property of the City of Santa Ana, with stringent
security to protect the system.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds for this subscription will be made available, upon approval of the
2007-08 budget, in the WORK Center WIA accounts (account nos. 123-201-
6291 and 123-205-6291.)
APPROVED AS TO FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS:
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Ste hen G. H rding
Deputy City Manager for
Development Services
Community Development Agency
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Francisco Gutierrez
Executive Director
Finance & Management Services Agency
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