[SPN-Discussion] Green Jobs Wage Subsidy Program, Feb. 13, Lunch and Learn

[Alana Gerson]

Green Jobs Wage Subsidy Program Lunch and
Learn<http://www.greenspacesny.com/upcoming-events/2010/2/2/green-jobs-wage-subsidy-program-lunch-and-learn.html>


**Bring your lunch by Green Spaces New York to speak with Michelle
Bhattacharyya, Seedco Associate, from 12:30PM to 2PM

*Seedco Green Jobs Wage Subsidy Program Overview*

Seedco is looking to partner with employers in the emerging green sector on
a Green Jobs Wage Subsidy program.  Through this program, the wages of
approximately 130 new hire entry level employees will be subsidized for up
to 6 months.  This is an excellent opportunity for start-up and established
businesses in the emerging green sector to build their workforce with
minimal recruitment, hiring and training costs.



*What is the Seedco Green Jobs Wage Subsidy Program?*

The Seedco Green Jobs Wage Subsidy program is funded through President
Obama’s stimulus program and is operated in coordination with the New York
City Department of Human Resources.  The program covers 100% of an eligible
new hire’s wages, up to $14 per hour, for a period of 3 to 6 months.  The
program supports the growth of businesses in the emerging green sector while
also incentivizing these businesses to fill entry level positions with
appropriately matched public assistance recipients.  Many public assistance
recipients have skills and experience yet may need additional on-the-job
support and training when starting out in the emerging green sector.  Wage
subsidies allow businesses to provide this training and support by
subsidizing 100% of the wages for the first few months on the job.



*What type of employers are we looking to partner with?*

Our ideal employer partners:

   - Offer base wage of at least $8.00 per hour
   - Offer a minimum of 35 hours of work per week on average
   - Are committed to making a “best effort” attempt to retain 50% of the
   subsidized hires on their payroll after the subsidy period ends



*What is the job seeker profile?*

To qualify for wage subsidies a job seeker must be a current public
assistance recipient.  All of our job seekers have completed job readiness
training programs and many have completed specialized programs in such areas
as building maintenance, weatherization, customer service, and food service
to name a few.  Because public assistance recipients have a wide range of
skills and educational backgrounds, they will be prescreened to meet the
requirements set by the employer before they are referred for an interview.
Our job seekers will have access to work support professionals if assistance
during the first months of employment is needed.

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*What is the role of the employer?*

   - Provide a job description detailing the requirements of the open
   positions
   - Interview pre-screened candidates and hire candidates that meet
   requirements
   - Receive reimbursement of 100% of the employees wage during the subsidy
   period and commit to making a “best effort” to retain 50% of the
   subsidized hires on their payroll after the subsidy period ends



*Interested?*

Bring your lunch by Green Spaces New York to speak with Michelle
Bhattacharyya, Seedco Associate, from 12:30PM to 2PM
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