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TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 1990 Technicians (Rental & Housing Rehab).:- good typing and math skills. Some knowlege of real estate principles helpful. Some colle~ background would be necessary and preferably a degree in education, social work, business administration and some counseling experience would be beneficial. Classes related to these qualifications can be taken at Patrick Henry Community College or Redford University and other similar colleges. Rehab Specialist/Inspector - knowledge of local and state building codes, good math and drafting skills. Adequate construction knowledge, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heating/air conditioning. Ability to do cost-estimating. Most knowledge for this position will come from experience on past jobs; however, some basic skills can be obtained from specialized trade schools' On-the-Job training opportunities are offered through workshops and seminars from time-to-time. Fire All positions in the Fire Department require varying degrees of skills in fire prevention and suppression. A great deal of training is required to carry out the functions of a firefighter. It is recommended that persons interested in employment as a firefighter enroll tn a county or clty volunteer company whereby the needed knowledge and skills can be obtained. Training and State certifications are provided by the Virginia Department of Fire Programs. This- traialng is conducted on a Statewide basis virtually every weekend somewhere in the State, and the cost is a modest registration fee of $10 to $25. Patrick Henry Community College i~ in the process of offering a program that would result in a Fire Science Certificate being given to those who successfully complete the program; and Danville Community College, in .conjunction with Northern Virginia Community College, is currently offering a two-year program for an Associate Degree in Fire Science. Those taking advantage of these opportunities will become better qualified and will therefore enhance their employment opportunities in the Fire Department. CONCLUS ION In conclusion, I believe that almost ~11 the above stated required or desired skills/qualifications are available through surrounding four-year colleges, the local community college, National Business College, trade schools, adult education classes or through appropriate volunteer groups. The Personnel Office will further assist those interested in obtaining the applicable skills or qualifications by displaying on the bulletin board in the Personnel Office (Room 213) current class schedules from the local community college and business college, as well as addresses of the Board for Waterworks and Wastewater Works Operators, the Office of Operator Training and Dtvtsion of Water Programs, along with any other suggested resources which might be utilized by those Interested in applying for Ctty jobs. In addttton,.the Piedmont Employment Consorttum should be in a position of developing on-the-job training programs for speciftc jobs in City government that could lead to permanent employment by the City of those participating fn such a program.