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One of the first things returning citizens must do after being released from Iowa's correctional system is find steady work; that can be a challenge given their background. Midland Concrete Products was having a hard time keeping staff long-term, so they decided to hire Chris McGowan. McGowan is a returning citizen eager for a second chance. The two found each other to be a perfect match. McGowan got his chance to start over, and Midland Concrete Products now has a dedicated new employee.
With low unemployment, some companies are having a hard time filling positions. Often times, one talent pool that gets over looked are returning citizens. At the Employer Roundtable at the North Central Correctional Facility in Rockwell City, the Iowa Department of Corrections and Iowa Workforce Development show how we help those who are incarcerated get the skills they need to build a career and a have a fresh start when they return to society.
Losing a job is tough, especially after over two decades on the job. That's what happened to Dawn, but that wasn't the end of her story. Thanks to the help of IowaWORKS Dubuque, she not only landed on her feet, but landed her dream job.
Len Jentz, an operating partner at the Waverly Pizza Ranch, makes it a point to hire disabled Iowans. Employers can add to their workforce by hiring from this pool of often overlooked individuals, and land wonderful employees like Jen.
Sending out a big thank you to all our veterans on Veterans Day! Randy West, a 20+ year Air Force Veteran moved to Iowa after leaving the service. Scott Clauson, a Marine himself and IowaWORKS Veteran Representative, made it a point to help Randy find his next career.