Workforce Development

City of Rochester’s Workforce Development Initiatives

Understanding new and current economic activities in the city
Developing relationships with local businesses
Providing city residents with connections to exciting career fields in Rochester
Connecting city residents with community resources, industry-driven education, training, employment, and more.

Partnering agencies

Action for a Better Community
Catholic Charities
Center for Employment
Finger Lakes
Foodlink
Pathstone
Taproot
Tech Talent
The Commissary
1199 SEIU
Yamtep
Rochester Works

ROC The Block Employment Fairs

ROC the Block is a community-based hiring initiative that brings businesses and recruiters to the city's four quadrants throughout the summer and early fall. With this fun, local, block-party styled event, Rochester employers and residents can meet to discover employment opportunities.

Download the ROC The Block Flier:

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ROC the Block employment fairs take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Date	Location
June 12, 2024	Maplewood Rose Garden 250 Maplewood Ave.
July 10, 2024	Padilla High School 950 Norton St.
August 14, 2024	Aberdeen Square Park 373 Aberdeen St.
September 25, 2024	Parcel 5 285 E Main Street

For more information call (585) 428-8689 or email shawn.futch@cityofrochester.gov or call (585) 428-1170 or email taylor.bryant@cityofrochester.gov

Meeting of the Minds

Meeting of the Minds is an opportunity for the Workforce Development Community organizations to come together and discuss the current state of the workforce, challenges and successes. Meetings are held on a quarterly basis by invitation only. For more information, or to host an event email: shawn.futch@cityofrochester.gov

AmeriCorps

Flower City AmeriCorps is designed to inspire and prepare the next wave of human service and public health professionals. Gain the skills and experiences needed to begin your career. Commit to a year of service in Rochester.