Erik Cherkaski, MPA

Kenneth L. Maddy Legislative Intern

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About me
Senior Manager at Jobs for the Future
Education
- California State University-Fresno
  2006 - 2011
  Bachelor of Arts (BA) Political Science and Government
  Graduated in May, 2011. Minor in Creative Writing.
- California State University-Fresno
  2011 - 2013
  Master of Public Administration (MPA) Public Administration
  Graduated in December, 2013. Class highlights include public policy, human resources, organizational theory, statistics and public budgeting.
Experience
- California State Assembly
  Jan 2012 - Jan 2013
  Kenneth L. Maddy Legislative Intern
  Awarded Kenneth L. Maddy Institute Legislative Intern Scholarship for work completed for the California State Assemblymember representing District 31.
- California State University, Fresno
  Jan 2014 - Jan 2018
  Oversaw initiatives focused on industry development in the Central Valley for the Fresno State Office of Community and Economic Development. Managed the Regional Industry Cluster Initiative, Central Valley AgPLUS and clean energy based community projects. Facilitated sector partnership development, rural business engagement, grant funding and overall project management.
  - Project Manager
    Jan 2017 - Jan 2018
  - Project Coordinator
    Jan 2016 - Jan 2017
  - Fiscal Assistant
    Jan 2014 - Jan 2016
- Center for Climate Protection
  Jan 2016 - Jan 2016
  Energy Correspondent-Fresno County
  Reported on energy related issues in Fresno County. Promote the accelerating shift to renewable energy for the San Joaquin Valley through elected official outreach, social media campaigns and coordination of community forums.
- Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board
  Jan 2018 - Jan 2022
  Business Services Manager
  Managed the Business Services Center, providing no cost business resources that included: pre-screened job candidates, upskill training, layoff aversion or assistance efforts, human resources guidance, no-cost workshops and technical assistance. Oversaw sector strategies for high-growth industries in Fresno County.
- Jobs for the Future (JFF)
  Aug 2022 - now
  Support design and delivery of regional sector partnerships that promote access to high-quality jobs through co-facilitation of a national community of practice. Provide technical support and best practices in key areas that include employer engagement, governance structure, training development and supportive services.Drive innovative strategies to support the public workforce system, including implementation of human-centered design principles for local workforce development boards.
  - Senior Manager
    Jan 2023 - now
  - Senior Program Manager
    Aug 2022 - Jan 2023
Licenses & Certifications
- Certified Business Engagement Professional
  International Association for Continuing Education & Training (IACET)
  Apr 2019
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Erik Cherkaski, MPA
  Fresno 40 Under 40 - Class of 2019 Business Street Online Dec 2019 Recognizing young professionals in the Central Valley under the age of 40 that have demonstrated a strong work ethic in the private and public sector.