BERC is an office of the Carroll County Department of Economic Development. BERC administers the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act in collaboration with the Mid-Maryland Workforce Development Board and is dedicated to employment, training and workforce development.
THINGS WE DO BEST
ASSIST BUSINESSES
We engage with local businesses to identify workforce training and hiring needs. We also take pride in matching businesses with qualified workers. Candidate assessment and recruitment services are provided at no charge!
HELP JOB SEEKERS
Job seekers will find career, education, employment, training, and support services to succeed in the local labor market. Our professionally trained staff will evaluate your strengths and skills and develop an employment plan.
PROVIDE RESOURCES
BERC is a comprehensive one-stop community workforce development center that provides resource information for many different organizations. If you don’t know where to turn - you can probably find it at BERC!
ABOUT US
The Carroll County Business/Employment Resource Center (BERC) brings this website to you as a vehicle to provide a one-stop shop of workforce development tools for businesses and job seekers.
BERC is an office of the Mid-Maryland Workforce Development Board and the Carroll County Department of Economic Development. BERC administers the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act in Carroll County and is dedicated to employment, training and workforce development.
BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
Our dedicated consultants provide customized workforce solutions for both start-up and established businesses. We work in partnership with you to help your business grow and prosper in Carroll County.
We offer recruitment assistance, customized training to maximize worker retention, educational workshops, labor market information and community resources. And for those businesses expanding or relocating to Carroll County, we offer resources and networking assistance.
JOB SOLUTIONS
Carroll County Business/Employment Resource Center offers many ways to help you find a job! Job seekers will find access to hundreds of current job listings, an extensive career and employment resource lab, professional career assessment and counseling; individual skill development and job search workshops; training; one-on-one assistance with resume and interview preparation and job fairs featuring local major employers.
Best of all, these services are free of charge!
YOUTH
Our goal is to help any youth between 14-21 prepare for a productive and meaningful adulthood.
We help youths explore career and training opportunities, and find and keep the right job. We encourage and assist in obtaining a high school diploma or GED, and continue lifelong learning. To this end, we partner with the Carroll Community College to assist in preparation for the GED and graduation requirements.
If you're a Young Adult between the ages of 16-24 in Carroll County Maryland; you may be wondering how you can find employment. Find out how... just ask Zach! This video is provided by BERC. We're ready to assist you! To get started call 410-386-2820. Watch the Video:
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Carroll County Government is hiring, seeking applications for Buyer - Bureau of Purchasing, Full-time with Benefits, for more details and to Apply: go to https://t.co/9g3C72Gcg3
From our partners Maryland Department of Labor, Recruitment event for Transportation & Warehouse positions, November 10th at 1:00pm,
Register here: https://t.co/5LWprciJTV
Hiring, Rand Whitney, seeking applications for Packer position, $14 per hr., 1st & 2nd shift openings, career growth opportunities with company, for more details and to Apply, go to:
https://t.co/8qOgUAOOc1 or call 508-384-9247 https://t.co/ENk5B0FDDU
Maryland Department of Labor Virtual Recruitment Information Session
Thursday, November 5th at 10:00 am, for more details about available positions and to register for the Recruitment Info Session go to:
https://t.co/9qTkVLV6by
Hiring, Human Services Programs of Carroll County, seeking applications for Operations Manager position, and Director of Development position, for more details and to Apply, go to https://t.co/cs3htEtdaW https://t.co/Isi5xmqVEI
Hiring, Carroll County Public Library, Exploration Commons, Westminster MD, seeking applications for Experience Design Specialist positions, Full-time and Part-time job openings, for more details and to Apply: visit https://t.co/TFUtMkX5Nj
Hiring, Boscov's, Westminster MD, Seasonal Sales Associate position, Full-time & Part-time openings, $12.00/hr. plus an incentive of $2.00 extra for every hour you work now thru 12/26/2020, to Apply: in person at the Customer Service Desk on the 2nd floor https://t.co/AZzixYuAbC
Carroll County Government is hiring, seeking applications for Comprehensive Planner I position, Full-time with Benefits, $21.86 hourly, for more details and to Apply for this job or other County government employment opportunities, go to https://t.co/BxztfPlylv
In support of the Carroll County SHRM organization, BERC is sharing this brochure for their Annual Conference, on Friday, November 6, from 8 am to 4:15 pm. The conference is for business owners, HR managers, recruiters, and students. Event info at https://t.co/dgEORYKOmT https://t.co/1BbU01VyNR
Here is another new program just launched by Carroll County Public Library, providing career assistance and adult learning options, see the flyer for more details, to get started visit https://t.co/iShh5mUtDB https://t.co/TypZrZcAeR
In support of the Carroll County Public Library, BERC is sharing the following flyer for a new Veterans program offering resources and tools, see the flyer for more details, to get started visit https://t.co/iShh5mUtDB https://t.co/lXrIMK8BY0
Information for Veterans in Carroll County MD, upcoming ceremonies and events include: FREE Grab & Go Lunch events, Vietnam Veteran pinning ceremony, and Wreaths Across America mobile exhibit, see the flyers for details about special events for Veterans https://t.co/uIc45YAw6g
Hiring, Freedom Septic Service, Sykesville MD, seeking applications for Office Assistant position, Full-time with Benefits, $16-$18 per hour, see flyer for more details, to Apply: email resume to jbopst @comcast.net https://t.co/rnB1zwTMw7
Now Hiring, Veterans Services Center, Carroll County MD, seeking applications for Executive Director position, see flyer for the job description and requirements, to Apply: Please submit a cover letter and a resume to fvalenti @accesscarroll.org https://t.co/RY8DoNcRvW
Job Opening, Koons of Westminster, seeking applications for Clerical position, Part-time, willing to train, $12-$13/hour, see flyer for more details, to Apply: email sara.pijpers @koons.com https://t.co/bqOXCoVJgc
Hiring, Koons of Westminster, seeking applications for Porter/Lot Attendant position, Part-time, willing to train, $12-$13 per hour, see flyer for more details, to Apply: send email to bob.stoll @koons.com https://t.co/cRkKSOEYpa
How do you feel about your resume? Or, do you have an updated resume? If you think your resume could be improved, contact BERC to register for our next online Resume Writing Class, on Thursday, October 29, from 2-3 pm. Call to reserve your spot or email kathy.worgul @maryland.gov https://t.co/tuBUn3heYy
Hiring, City of Westminster, seeking applications for Water Treatment Plant Operator, 2nd & 3rd shift, Full-time with Benefits, see flyer for more details, to Apply: online at https://t.co/OOCQKkAq2r https://t.co/MN8w6w7hRC
Hiring, Best Western, Westminster MD, seeking candidates for Front Desk Agent position, Full-time with Benefits, willing to train, see flyer for more details and requirements, to Apply: in-person at 451 WMC Drive, Westminster https://t.co/FeARkOjokE
Best Western of Westminster is seeking candidates for several positions: Housekeeping, Servers, & Housekeeping, Full-time & Part-time options, with competitive pay!
Call 410. 857. 1900 or email, frontdeskmgr @bestwesternwestminster.com
See the job flyer for more details. https://t.co/1TDUEbv4C1
Resume Writing Workshop hosted by BERC, Thursday, October 29, from 2-3 pm. To attend, email kathy.worgul @maryland.gov. The workshop will be hosted on Google Meet and a link or phone # will be provided to access this online workshop. Any questions, contact BERC, 410-386-2820. https://t.co/5WQPCsUOuH
Hiring, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Westminster MD, seeking applications for Production Associate Retread position, Full-time with Benefits, training provided, $14.53 - $26.98 per hour, see flyer for details, to Apply: https://t.co/2oV3uCocMh https://t.co/nGXumuqale
Hiring, Administrative Assistant position, Full-time, see the flyer for more details about the job and requirements https://t.co/JGcsat4i1v
Hiring, LinQuest, seeking applications for Program Manager position, for more details see the job flyer https://t.co/pUvjXCGh4B
Hiring, Universal Pro Care, seeking applications for CNA Private Duty position in Finksburg MD, Part-time, see flyer for more details about the position and requirements, to Apply: email to universalprocareinc @gmail.com https://t.co/47FHuQSg41
Hiring, Mustard Seed Health Care Services, Westminster MD, seeking applications for Personal Care Assistant, Part-time, see flyer for more details, $13 per hour, will train, to Apply: online at https://t.co/rlLtmmUofx https://t.co/3NBFmpBB4D
Hiring, Best Western, 451 WMC Drive, Westminster MD, seeking applications for Housekeeper position, Part-time, $11-$14 per hour, willing to train, see flyer for more details, to Apply: in-person at Best Western https://t.co/HyCUrbTaHi
Hiring, American Legion, Carroll County MD, seeking applications for Lounge Manager position, for more details and requirements see the job flyer, to Apply: contact (240)357-7391 or email: commander @carrollpost31.org https://t.co/Styl6vqXIN
Finding a Job can be Hard. But it doesn't have to be impossible!
Do you have questions or need help with the job search process?
Do you feel prepared to find a job or are you kind of stuck?
If so, call BERC, 410-386-2820, and get the help you need. Our services are FREE. https://t.co/8TaB37NQtV
Your resume is a key document that helps you to get a job. BERC will host a virtual Resume Writing Workshop on Thursday, October 29, from 2 pm to 3 pm. Participants can participate in the workshop by phone or with Google Meet. To register, email kathy.worgul @maryland.gov https://t.co/phXwg1NNMm
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OUR VISION
To be the leading source of professional and responsive workforce development services to businesses and job seekers.
OUR STORY
Carroll County has a long history of providing community-based workforce development programs and resources in partnership with federal and state programs. The Carroll County Business/Employment Resource Center (BERC) has been in existence in Carroll County for over 30 years. Operating under the Comprehensive Employment & Training Act (CETA), Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA), Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and currently the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA), BERC has remained focused on meeting the demands of local businesses and job seekers. WIOA brings together, in strategic coordination, the core programs of federal investment in skill development: • Employment and training services for adults, dislocated workers, and youth and Wagner-Peyser employment services administered by the Department of Labor (DOL) through formula grants to states; • Adult education and literacy programs and Vocational Rehabilitation state grant programs that assist individuals with disabilities in obtaining employment administered by the Department of Education.
OUR MISSION
BERC works with Mid-Maryland Workforce Development Board and partners to develop a strategic, integrated plan that meets the county’s labor force needs and supports economic growth. We lead efforts to engage employers, develop and implement career pathways and enhance coordination with education partners.
Working with local and statewide workforce and labor market systems, BERC is able to target workforce development and training programs to meet business and job seeker goals.
In Carroll County BERC serves as the workforce development arm of the Carroll County Department of Economic Development. We assist existing businesses and those moving to the area with strategies that meet employers’ workforce needs, including incumbent worker training, registered apprenticeship, transitional jobs, on-the-job training, and customized training.
We also collaborate with other county agencies so that our job seekers, whether a low-income adult, dislocated worker, veteran or vulnerable youth, have the opportunity to access all resources that will help them reach economic success.
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