ORANGE COUNTY CONSERVATION CORPS (4) -2010

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orange County Conservation Corps Santa Ana Workforce Investment Board - The Youth Service Provider Network Request for Proposal PY 2010/2011 employers that are considered "felony-friendly", as more than half of our participants are, or have been, on parole and/or probation. Furthermore, local employers and their staff participate on our Board of Directors, providing both feedback from a business perspective, networking opportunities, and valuable contacts with industry. 3. Describe how staff will receive training and ongoing staff development to increase staff capacity and expertise in the field of youth development and employment. All Orange County Conservation Corps staff are required to attend a minimum of 24 hours of training each year. This includes a variety of topics, including safety, youth development, leadership and technology. Training is provided through both internal sessions and attendance at outsourced seminars and presentations. Outside workshops provide an excellent opportunity for staff (and often Corpsmembers) to learn more about best practices in youth development, such as the CWA and Gang Prevention & Intervention conferences. Attending such outside events allows staff to network with other providers, and expands the availability of resources for our participants. Furthermore, our certificated teaching staff receives a two-day annual "in- service" training through the OCCC John Muir Charter School. Staff Development Days are scheduled twice a year, and include team-building and development exercises for the entire staff. Plus, the Orange County Conservation Corps maintains an Education Reimbursement benefit for staff that choose to enroll in outside classes that will have a direct benefit towards their position at the OCCC. Upon approval, tuition and book expenses are reimbursed upon successful completion of the class. 4. List the positions dedicated to this proposal. Include a description of duties and time allocation for each responsibility. Following are the staff dedicated to this project with primary responsibility for providing services, allocation of time dedicated to this proposal can be found in the attached budget: • Ralph Jimenez, WIA Program Specialist: AS Public Safety & AA Liberal Arts; Certified Firefighter; 6 years with the OCCC. • Mario Miranda, Crew Supervisor; HS Diploma/ROP Certificates, 5 years experience as OCCC Crew Supervisor, former Corpsmember. • George Patino, Project Manager: HS Diploma/ROP Certificates, 17 years experience as OCCC Crew Supervisor, former Corpsmember. • Maggie Lopez, Director of Programs: BS in Human Sciences; 7 years experience at the OCCC in various case management positions and grant/contract administration. • Max Carter, Executive Director: Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry; 19 years experience in business and management; 4 years' with the OCCC as Executive Director/Board member. page 21 of 23 EXHIBIT A