Steve Corwin, CDFI

Experience

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  WorkSource Oregon, Employment Department

  Apr 2003 - Jan 2005

  Ensured timely delivery of public service through workforce programs initiatives in Lincoln County, Oregon. Managed workforce staff in Lincoln City and Newport Oregon's Lincoln Workforce Development Center. Coordinated services and outreach with businesses and Chamber of Commerce. Consulted and collaborated with workforce partner agencies including Workforce Investment Act provider Community Services Consortium, Oregon Coast Community College, SCSEP provider Experience Works, Job Corps and its contractors, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, TANF and SNAP program administrator Oregon DHS, and community action agencies. Show less Performed this role in two stints: April-May and August-October 2001 during recruitments for Office Managers.Evaluated policy, laws and administrative rules governing Unemployment Insurance (UI) Benefits and Employment Service (ES) programs in the Employment Department sections managed, the Newport and Lincoln City Field Offices. Collaborated with partners DHS, Community Services, Oregon Coast Community College, Job Corps, and Experience Works to maximize resources for customers. Created local office policies and rules for the implementation of Oregon and Federal extended benefit programs for the long term unemployed.Used local labor market information, along with staff, facilities, budget, partner and community resources to develop pragmatic goals and plans to implement the policies above. Sought to maximize resources for use in One Stop participation, Unemployment Insurance claims processing, claimant reemployment, and Employment Services (labor exchange and employer relations programs). Worked with partner agencies co-located in the Lincoln Workforce Development Center (WIA Certified One-Stop) to update the plan for providing customer service in the common lobby area.Used data systems and partner feedback to monitor performance, service quality, and budget resources to measure implementation scope and success of initiatives. Made adjustments to local implementation of processes and policies. Made Adjustments to time charging and use of allocated resources to remain within budget. Adapted plans to meet changing labor market conditions and resources available. Evaluated individual performance of staff members.Analyzed on-line reports to determine available resources. Monitored, evaluated and approved invoices, time charging, travel vouchers, and training requests to maximize limited budget resources. Show less

  • Supervisor

    Jan 2001 - Jan 2005

  • Acting Manager

    Apr 2003 - Oct 2003
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  WorkSource Oregon

  Apr 2005 - Jun 2022

  Provided policy interpretation, operations analysis, and technical assistance to over 200 WorkSource Oregon (WSO) staff and partners in consultation with WSO managers at 16 plus locations. Performed training development and presentations. Training topics included Career Development Facilitator, Workforce Team Essentials, just-in-time, and ad hoc training for staff and their managers. Classroom, webinar, and video conference were primary methods of presenting training. Retired June 30, 2022. Develop and present training to managers and staff at WorkSource Oregon Centers statewide. Trained a wide variety of topics including both soft and technical skill products.

  • Operations and Policy Analyst

    Jul 2005 - Jun 2022

  • Regional Technician and Trainer

    Apr 2005 - Jul 2005