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STAFFING UPDATES
Rachel Siska is now the manager of the Training Unit, and is no longer with the HQ- CMD Unit
The HQ-CMD Unit currently has three staff (Cindy Zalog, Tanya Torst, and Juan Muy), with two vacancies to be filled. During this time, we are shifting duties to do our best to move things forward.
All Brad Duncan Scholarship (BDS) and AmeriCorps Education Award Program (EAP) questions should be directed to the scholarship@ccc.ca.gov inbox. Sarah and Cindy will coordinating efforts on these programs until we are fully staffed.
Charter schools partnership and Wellness Program questions should be directed to the cmd.hq@ccc.ca.gov inbox. Sarah and Juan will be coordinating efforts on these programs until we have additional staff.
YOU NEED A BUDGET ELIGIBILITY CHANGE
You Need A Budget (YNAB) helps Corpsmembers become more intentional with their money. It is now available for free to all Corpsmembers who have been in the CCC for thirty (30) days or more! Previously, Corpsmembers needed to complete sixty (60) days to be eligible.
To access YNAB, Corpsmembers will need to complete a brief, confidential, three-minute survey. They will receive a link to this survey via email. All information shared in the survey is anonymous. After completing the survey, they get access to all YNAB features while they are in the CCC, plus for six months after they leave the program.
Staff who work directly with Corpsmembers may be eligible for a free YNAB account. To get started, complete the form located here.
Questions, comments, or suggestions? Email CMD.HQ@CCC.CA.GOV
C3 CMD PROFILE UPDATES
A new dropdown field has been added to the CMD Profile (under Competencies). The purpose of this dropdown is to assist in tracking Corpsmembers' current evaluation level. See image below for reference.
EDUCATION AWARD PROGRAM UPDATES
The deadline to enroll Corpsmembers in the AmeriCorps Education Award Program is quickly approaching. All Corpsmembers must be enrolled by September 30, 2022, the end of the federal fiscal year. After this date, enrollments will be paused until contracting paperwork and other new program year information has been finalized (early- to mid-November).
Reminder: Do not use refill slots. Verify that you have available slots prior to enrolling a new member. Are you out of slots but have additional Corpsmembers who would like to enroll in EAP? Contact Cindy Zalog at scholarship@ccc.ca.gov, providing the type and number of slots you are requesting (e.g. three 900-hr. slots and one 450-hr. slot). Slots will be added in eGrants within a few business days.
WEBINAR: MANAGING CM PORTAL SITE PAGES
CMD-HQ will be hosting an informational webinar on managing Corpsmember Portal pages on September 16, 2022 at 11:00am. This webinar will cover how to use page templates, additional ways to customize the Center pages, and review best practices. It will be recorded and made available on the CM Portal Staff Resources page. Click here to register for the webinar.
Sites are encouraged to promote the Corpsmember Portal by:
- Explaining the registration process with Corpsmembers.
- The next access update request will be submitted on September 15, 2022.
- Placing promotional materials around the Center.
- Using the Center Pages as a communication tool for site resources, events, and information.
WELLNESS FUNDS
Thank you for sending your wellness spending summaries last month, closing out reporting for the previous fiscal year.
It's now time to turn our focus to the current fiscal year. This is a reminder wellness plan proposals are due to cmd.hq@ccc.ca.gov by COB September 15, 2022.
Each site must submit a wellness plan outlining proposed activities and purchases. Each site has a base amount of $6,500 available, plus $163.50 per Corpsmember FTE. A reminder email was sent to District Directors on September 12, 2022 with more detailed information, including the required form.
Once received, the HQ-CMD unit will do its best to respond within five business days. Although wellness plans can change during the year, CMD approval is required prior to initiating new or alternate activities.
For any questions, please contact Sarah Her, or email cmd.hq@ccc.ca.gov.
USFS FIRE HIRE APPRENTICESHIP
The United States Forest Service (USFS) has started hiring permanent fire employees for the 2023 season. Applications for permanent employment in Region 5 in California will be accepted through September 16, 2022. The Fall 2022 Fire Hire Outreach page contains a list of available positions and important dates.
Many Corpsmembers will qualify for the Forestry Technician (Apprentice) position (GS-03 and GS-04). This is an entry-level position that provides training and benefits. This position offers many different types of experience, including engine, helitack, and handcrew. After completion of the apprenticeship program (12 to 48 months), the apprentice will reach journey-level status as a wildland firefighter.
We encourage all eligible and interested Corpsmembers to apply through USAJobs.gov.
- GS-03 level: Six months of general experience
- GS-04 level: Six months of general experience plus six months of specialized experience
- General experience: Any work or volunteer experience
- Specialized experience: CCC crew work counts toward this
The following resources are available to help staff spread the word:
PATRICIA SAGAWA CORPSMEMBER RELIEF FUND
The Patricia Sagawa Corpsmember Relief Fund is now open and accepting applications through September 16, 2022. It offers support to young adults facing conditions that may prevent them from serving or completing their term of service. Speak to your Center's Navigator to learn more about the application process.
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