Work Opportunity Credit covers ex-felons, veterans, food stamp recipients, etc

On January 3, 2013, the President signed into law the American Tax Payer Relief Act of 2012 (the Act), which authorizes an extension of the WOTC program. In summary, the Act:

• Extends authorization for all veteran target groups (including those implemented under the VOW to Hire Heroes Act) to December 31, 2013.
• Retroactively reauthorizes all WOTC non-veteran target groups, from December 31, 2011 to December 31, 2013.
• Retroactively reauthorizes the Empowerment Zones, which determines eligibility for the summer youth target group, from December 31, 2011 to December 31, 2013.
•  Does NOT reauthorize the Recovery Act disconnected youth and Recovery Act unemployed veteran target groups.

The new forms have arrived: Form 8850, Form 8850 Instructions and Form 9061  These new forms need to be used for any Work Opportunity Tax Credit application filed after October 29, 2012.

For more information, please visit the USDOL Employment and Training Administration Web Site

Effective November 22, 2011 President Obama signed into law The Vow to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 which extends prior WOTC categories: the Veterans receiving SNAP benefits, Veterans with a service connected disability and Veterans with a service connected disability unemployed for at least 6 months, for a tax credit of up to $9,600 and created a new target group for Unemployed Veterans (similar to the Recovery Act of 2009) unemployed for at least 4 weeks for a tax credit of up to $2,400 or unemployed for at least 6 months for a tax credit up to $5,600.
 

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)

• Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC Overview) - Current Designated Groups
   
  • WOTC Group Specifics for Employees Hired On or after January 1, 2012 and before December 31, 2013 (retroactive re-authorization of target groups)
     
• How Do You Apply?
  
  
• WOTC Group Specifics and Tax Facts for Start Work Dates
   
  • On or after November 22, 2011 and before January 1, 2012
  • On or after January 1, 2011 and before November 22, 2011
  • On or after January 1, 2009 and before January 1, 2011
  • On or after May 26, 2007 and Before January 1, 2009
  • On January 1, 2007 and Before May 26, 2007
  • On or Before December 31, 2006
     
• How Do You Apply?

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC Overview)

Print Version (PDF, 107KB)

Earn a Federal tax credit per qualified individual hired through the WOTC administered by the Connecticut Department of Labor (DOL) Work Opportunity Tax Credit Unit. It's easy:
 

• You choose the new employee who is qualified for one of the designated groups.
• There is no limit on the number of people you can hire under this program.
• Only minimal paperwork must be filed to claim a tax credit.

The History of WOTC Group Specifics and Tax Facts for Start Work Dates

On or after November 22, 2011 and before January 1, 2013	On or after January 1, 2011,  but before November 22, 2011	On or after January 1, 2009 but before January 1, 2011
Qualified Veteran (VOW to Hire Heroes)	Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) recipient	Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) recipient
	Ex-felon	Ex-felon
	Food Stamp Recipient	Food Stamp Recipient
	Designated Community Residents	Designated Community Residents
	Summer Youth Employee	Summer Youth Employee
	Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipient or Ticket-to-Work holder	Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipient or Ticket-to-Work holder
	Qualified Veteran	Qualified Veteran
	Vocational Rehabilitation Referral or Ticket-to-Work holder	Vocational Rehabilitation Referral or Ticket-to-Work holder
	Long-Term Family Assistance Recipient (Effective January 1, 2007)	Disconnected YouthUse Self-Attestation Form on or after Oct 17/09

GED process at CPCC

Student Enrollment Requirements

1. Minimum age for enrollment is 16.  Minors please click here for additional information.
2. Strict attendance policy enforced.
3. Students must not be enrolled in a secondary school.
4. Students must complete an orientation and assessment to determine academic needs and abilities. Learn more about the TABE assessment here.

• Students must receive a TABE^® assessment of 9.0 in reading and math to enroll in GED Preparation classes.
• If a student scores below this, they will be referred to a Foundational Skills class.

 

Passing the GED Tests provides an opportunity for you to continue your education.  In fact. 95% of U.S. colleges and universities accept GED graduates who meet their other qualifications for admission.  About 96% of U.S. employers accept the GED credential as equal to a traditional high school diploma, according to recent studies.

 

GED Courses are offered in traditional class settings, online, and in Learning Resource Centers.

 

New students, please visit our Intake and Assessment Center to register for classes.

Click Here to learn more about the Five Content Areas of the GED.

 

Class	Description
GED Fast Track	Intense, quick paced class Covers all 5 GED® subject areas 8 week semester Meets 4 to 5 days a week for 2 to 3 hours a day
GED Fast Track Math	Intense, quick paced class Preparation for the math component of the GED® Test 8 week semester Meets 2 days a week for 2.5 hours a day
GED Fast Track Language Arts	Intense, quick paced class Covers grammar and essay writing techniques Preparation for the writing component of the GED® Test 8 week semester Meets 2 days a week for 2.5 hours a day
	Flexibility to learn anywhere, anytime Requires computer and internet access 16 week semester Minimum of 12 hours a week commitment
GED® Learning Resource Center  (LRC)	Provides Instructional support and supplements classroom instruction 16 week semester Meets 5 days a week for 4 to 7 hours daily

 

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Steps to a GED^® Credential

Enroll

• Visit an Intake and Assessment Center.
• Attend a New Student Orientation.

Prepare

• Enroll in a GED course.
• Study...Study...Study.
• Learn the passing requirement.
• Study sample test questions.
• Complete a Post-Test.
• Take an Official GED^® Practice Test (OPT).
• Receive a GED® Referral Form (if your scores on the OPT qualify).

Register

• Attend a Registration Orientation/Information Session (75-90 minutes).
• Required for all first time examinees.
• Location of Registration: Central High Building on the Central Campus in Room 307.
• Time of Registration:  It is imperative that students be on time.
• Monday 5:30p.m.
• Wednesday 12:00p.m.
• Thursday 10:00a.m.
• Receive a GED^® appointment sheet.

Take

• Arrive 15 minutes prior to appointment time.
• Bring your Appointment Sheet.  This will be given to you at the time of registration.
• Students must have the following with them at the time of registration:
• Valid Referral Form - 60 days or less.
• Valid government issued ID (picture ID) such as:
• State issued ID,
• Driver’s License,
• Passport,
• Military ID.
• Receipt for payment of $35.00 testing fee.  This should be paid at the cashier’s window on the second floor of the Central High building on the Central Campus prior to registration times.  Please note, the $35.00 fee is expected to increase throughout 2013.
• Request accommodations (if available).
• Test in English, Spanish or French.
• French version must be requested at least one month in advance of test date.

After

• Understand your score.
• Test scores are posted on each and every Monday by 12:00PM.  These scores are for the exams given the week before they are dated so that students can find the date they tested and look up their score.
• Scores are posted using the last 4 digits of the ID the student presented at the time of Registration.
• We cannot release scores out via phone or e-mail.
• Request GED transcript using the GED Transcript Request Form.

• Make plans for your next steps for college and career!

Checklist for Pre-Registration for the GED

Congratulations!  You are now ready to register for the GED^® Final Test!

In order to complete paperwork during registration hours,

******All students must arrive on time. Sessions are 90 minutes.*****

Students must bring:

1. Proof of payment receipt for the $25.00 testing fee.  Per NCCCS, the fee to take the GED Final Exam will be $35 effective January 1, 2013.   Students who have taken one or more tests will not be affected by this change.  Students testing for the first time will pay the new $35 amount.  This fee is to offset the OSS scoring fee which has increased.

• This is obtained from the Cashiers Office located on the 2^nd floor in the Central High Building on Central Campus.
• The location of each Cashiers Office will differ by campus.

·  VALID State Driver’s License, Valid State I.D., Military I.D. or Passport.

·  VALID GED Pre-Test Referral, not older than 60 days.

·  A Release Form.  This is only required for minors 16 and 17 years of age.

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Registration Days and Times

Day	Time	Campus	Building	Room
Monday	5:30p.m.	Central	Central High	307
Wednesday	12:00p.m.	Central	Central High	307
Thursday	10:00a.m.	Central	Central High	307

Students needing ONLY to Re-Test, must come to Central High 356 on Tuesdays from 10:00a.m. – 11:30a.m.

	GED®	Adult High School Diploma
Eligibility to Enter Program	Minimum of 9th grade proficiency level in reading and math on the Tests of Adult Basic Education (TABE).	Minimum of 9th grade proficiency level in reading and math on the Tests of Adult Basic Education (TABE); Previous transcript evaluation with counselor.
Minimum Age	16 years old. Minors (16 – 17 years of age): visit www.cpcc.edu/ccr/minors.
Military Restrictions	Please visit www.cpcc.edu/ccr/military for additional information.
Attendance Requirements	Strict attendance policy enforced.
Subjects	Language Arts – reading Language Arts – writing Math Science Social Studies	Required courses are based on transcript evaluation from the high school you last attended. They may include: English Math Science Social Studies Health Electives

How to expunge a record in NC (from two contributors on eHow)

Disclaimer:  This information may be subject to change as the law changes.  Verify information of this importance with a licensed attorney before beginning this legal process.

Having a clean criminal record has become increasingly important in today's world. Companies, schools, banks and other entities routinely run background checks on applicants, and a felony conviction can spoil a great opportunity. North Carolina law provides for the pardon of a felony by the governor if the applicant "has maintained a good reputation in their community following the completion of his or her sentence of a criminal offense." The pardon does not erase the felony from your record, but you can pursue expungement if you are granted a pardon.

By Traci Bridges, eHow contributor

Instructions

1.  

o    1

Apply in writing to the governor for a pardon. There are three types of pardons: pardon of forgiveness, pardon of innocence and unconditional pardon. You cannot apply until at least five years after you've completed your sentence. You can apply yourself or you can hire an attorney to apply on your behalf. Include with your application a statement explaining why you are applying for a pardon, a copy of your indictment, verdict and court judgment. The governor will review your application and decide whether to issue a pardon. If you are granted a pardon, you can pursue expungement.

o    2

Have your attorney file an application for expungement with the North Carolina judicial branch. There will be an application fee, but it typically runs no more than $75. Judicial branch officials will have the North Carolina Special Bureau of Investigation (SBI) conduct a background investigation. The SBI will provide the judicial branch with a full report of their investigation.

·  3

Answer any additional questions the judicial branch may ask. Your attorney will help you contest any inconsistencies or any objections to expungement in the report. The judicial branch will review your application, the facts of your case, the circumstances surrounding your crime and the SBI's report, then decide whether you meet the standards for expungement.

·  4

Ask for certified copies of the pardon order, as well as the expungement order. You should request extra copies in case questions about your record arise in the future.

How to Get a Felony Off Your Record in North Carolina

By Karie Lapham Fay, eHow Contributor

It really could happen to anyone; a poor choice, an impulsive decision, caught in circumstances never imagined, and before you know it you have a felony conviction on your record. One moment in time can totally change your life. While North Carolina restores many civic rights for those who serve felony sentences, you lose your right to posses a gun, you may be turned down for adoption, loans, and many jobs. While a governor can grant a pardon (rarely done in North Carolina), this will not remove the record. But an expungement, under Chapter 15 A of North Carolina law, will.

Things You'll Need

Copies of court case/criminal records

Motion for expungement of criminal record

AOC-CR-237 Request and Reports Conviction/Expunctions Dismissal and Discharge Form

Instructions

1.  Prepare Paperwork

o    1

Prepare expungement form AOC-CR-237. Check the appropriate box indicating the applicable statute (court records will indicate state conviction violated.) Complete the form and sign where indicated.

o    2

Visit the county clerks office in the jurisdiction where the offense occurred and present the applicable petition and AOC-CR-237 to the clerk with request for judge to sign, and sign the portion indicating service (delivery) of paperwork. Ask the clerk to forward the form to the State Bureau of Investigations (SBI). Keep a copies of the forms for your personal records.

·  3

Visit the district attorney's office and deliver copies of the paperwork.

·  4

Wait for court judgment. The North Carolina SBI checks the criminal history of received paperwork and forwards it to the court. An officer of the court makes sure an expungement has not already been granted, then forwards the paperwork to the presiding judge. The judge next reviews information provided by SBI and the court and either grants or denies an expungement

Read more: How to Get a Felony Off Your Record in North Carolina | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_6460807_felony-off-record-north-carolina.html#ixzz2MDZj3Oen

To take a class for expungement, you can contact:
Innervisions
415 E 4th St  Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 377-5042

Also, Jacob's Ladder does include an expungement class as part of its 30 day curriculum which includes mock interviews, real applications, resume help, and many other resources that will leave you astounded.

JLJC Plaza Location

2304 The Plaza Charlotte, NC 28205 704.332.5822

JLJC West Location

2201 Caronia St Charlotte, NC 28208 704.714.4051

Call Goodwill Industries for information about how they might help you in your expungement process.
2122 Freedom Dr  Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 372-3434

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How Do I Find Out What Jobs Are Available? By clicking on the job listing link on the CharMeck Job Page, you will be taken to the eRecruit Applicant Home page. Here you can view the most recent job postings. Just click on the Job Title to see the posting. Please note the closing date of the job openings. You must submit your application by 11:59 pm on the date of closing to be considered for the opening. Back to top. How do I apply for a job that I see here? If this is the first time that you have applied for an opening with the City on-line, you must register. If you have already registered, please login using your last User Name and password. Just click on the job title to open the posting. Click on the Apply Now button to continue. You may only apply for one job opening at a time. Back to top. If I’m not sure which job I want, can I just submit a blank application online and let you determine what job I qualify for? Because of the high volume of applications received annually, the City of Charlotte cannot match candidates to available positions. You must complete and submit an online application for each position for which you are applying. Remember, if you are applying for multiple jobs, you must submit an application for each job opening separately. Back to top. I applied for a job yesterday. I found another job online that I want to apply for today. Do I have to fill out all my information again? Not all of it. With eRecruit, once you log in using your User Name and password, eRecruit will retrieve your old application. eRecruit will "remember" most of the information you have already provided. You will have the opportunity to add or edit the pre-populated information for the new job opening. You will need to fill in your information on any of the questions that did not pre-populate. Back to top. The job posting states it is a year round posting. How often do I need to apply? Most year round postings close out on June 30th. A new posting is normally opened on July 1st. You only need to apply for the year round posting once between July 1st and June 30th. Back to top. Can I enter an application for a position before the job is open? Only job openings currently being advertised will appear on eRecruit. Job openings can be posted at any time. If you anticipate a specific position becoming available, please return to eRecruit frequently. Once a job opening has been closed, you will not be able to apply for that opening. Back to top. I have already created an online application and applied for positions. I am now returning to apply for additional jobs and receive a message saying my User Name already exists. If you have previously registered, please go to the Applicant Home Page, and click on the link that says "Returning Job Hunter – Sign in Here" box. Be sure to sign-in to the system using your last User Name and password before applying for a new job opening. Back to top. Are all sections of the application required? It is your responsibility to ensure that all sections of the online application are completed fully and accurately. Incomplete or improperly completed online applications may be rejected even if you are qualified for the position for which you are applying. Likewise, it is your responsibility to be sure that your online application reflects the required work experience and education needed to meet the minimum requirements for the position for which you are applying. Remember, a review of your application is the first step in the recruitment process. Back to top. Where do I find the drivers license class type? Most drivers license class types are identified on the front of your driver’s license. Back to top. Do I need to list all the positions I have held? Yes. Your application must be a complete and accurate representation of your work experience and education. Include periods of unemployment, military service, internships, volunteer, and summer work. Begin with you most current or last job. Also include all educational experience. This includes high school, college, university, business or trade schools attended and the type of degree(s) awarded. Back to top.
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If you do not COMPLETELY finish your on-line application and click the submit button prior to 12:00 AM (EST) our system will not accept your application;
Our staff is only available to answer your questions and offer assistance during regular business hours, Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM (EST);
It is impossible to predict technical difficulties, on your end or our end. Please do not wait until the last minute. The City of Charlotte is not responsible for technical difficulties or delays. Back to top. Do I have a time limit on how long I can spend on each section of the application? You only have 60 minutes of inactivity time on a particular page before the system will time out and log you out. If you are logged out before you hit the submit button, you will lose your work for that particular requisition. Unfortunately, just typing in the boxes does not reset the clock. You can click the back button and then the next button or click a prompt button to reset the clock. We recommend, especially on the Employment History page, that you prepare all your information in a word processor document first. You can then cut and paste the information into the eRecruit pages and cut down the amount of time you are in a page. This should help you avoid the timeout error. Back to top. Does this position require that I take a test? Many positions will require a test of some sort, whether it is an oral test (graded interview), written exam, typing/keyboarding exam or other test. The hiring departments will contact selected applications directly to set up any test. Back to top. What happens after I apply for a position? After submitting your online application, a confirmation email will be sent to the email address that you listed in your profile. Online applications are then reviewed after the recruitment close date by staff of the hiring department. Applicants who submit complete online applications and who meet the minimum education and experience requirements for the position, along with any other requirements, are competitively evaluated in order to select the most suitably qualified candidates for employment. Only those applicants who demonstrate the most closely related work experience, education and training will receive further consideration for employment. Back to top. Will I be notified of my status? Due to the large volume of applications received by the City, our current practice is for the hiring departments to contact only applicants that are being considered for further evaluation. Back to top. Is there a way to see a list of the positions for which I applied? Yes, you may view a list of the positions you have applied for under "My Career Tools". Just login to your Careers Home Page using your last used User Name and Password. Navigate to My Career Tools Box and click on the Application link. Back to top. How quickly after applying may I be called for an interview? The length of time it takes for applicants to be called for interviews or further testing and ultimately to fill a vacancy varies from hiring department to hiring department and position to position. Some searches last several weeks while others may take several months. Back to top. Will I hear from a Department or Human Resources if I am not selected for an interview? Due to the large volume of applications received by the City, our current practice is for the hiring departments to contact only applicants that are being considered for further evaluation. Back to top. How can I increase my chances of being called for an interview? Given the competitive nature of positions at the City of Charlotte, we strongly recommend that you target and apply only for those positions where your experience and qualifications closely meets the position’s requirements. Be sure to carefully read the job announcement and pay special attention to the experience and skills that are being sought as well as any requirements. Remember that your online application will only be considered for those positions where you meet the minimum requirements. Mass applying for positions is not successful. Only those applicants who meet the minimum education and experience requirements for the position and demonstrate the most closely related work experiences, education and training will receive further consideration for employment. Back to top. Are departments able to see a list of other positions for which I apply? While departments cannot see the other positions that you have applied for or the status of those positions, they do see the total number of positions for which you have applied. Back to top.
Do I need to mail you a copy of my college transcripts? Transcripts are not generally needed during the application process; however, they may be requested at some time during the selection process. Back to top. When will my references be contacted? Reference checks typically occur during the final stages of the selection process. Prior to a job offer, your employment and education will be verified. Some positions also require proof of licensure or certification and successful completion of a criminal background check or post-offer health assessment. Back to top. The job posting I viewed lists a specific salary range. Is this negotiable? Placement in the salary range will be considered depending on qualifications and experience. The City of Charlotte offers a competitive salary package and a full range of benefits, including medical, dental, life, disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave and retirement. Back to top. Do you provide special arrangements for persons with disabilities? If you feel you require a reasonable accommodation for completing an application using eRecruit, please contact Human Resources Department at 704-336-2285. The Human Resources Department normal business hours are 8am – 5pm EST, excluding holidays. Documentation may be required for some accommodation requests. Back to top. I’m a City employee. Where do I go to see external or internal postings? You must logon to e-Recruit and register. You may login from either the CharMeck home page or the city’s intranet site – Cnet. Both external and internal postings will be listed on the same site. Job postings available only to City of Charlotte employees will state such in the Posting Job title. For example the posting title may say: "Aviation Office Assistant IV, Operations Division Only" or "Aviation Office Assistant IV, City Employees Only." Back to top. As a current City employee, must I add in all my employment information, including my current job duties? Yes. Employees’ applications are evaluated based only on the information provided on their applications. Omission of current position and/or duties may result in the rejection of your application. Back to top. Browser and Systems Help
Why does my Internet Explorer Toolbar disappear as soon as I start filling out my online application? The toolbar has been disabled temporarily while you complete your eRecruit application (once you finish and sign out of eRecruit it should re-appear). The reason it has been disabled is because using it may cause the eRecruit application to error out and you would have to start over from the beginning. In its place, eRecruit has its own buttons. These buttons are easy to identify as they appear in a yellow box on most pages. Back to top. I am having problems accessing and completing the online application. Can you help? Not all internet browsers and PC operating systems are supported and may not allow you to successfully access the online application. If you need help completing your online application, you are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Most public libraries also have computers available. Operating systems that are supported include:
Windows 98 or higher
MAC OS9X or higher
Most standard browsers work including:
Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher
Netscape Navigator 7.0 or higher
FireFox 2.0 Back to top.
The screen looks odd and I can’t see the whole page, what is wrong? Most likely your PC screen resolution is set to 800/600. For ease of use with the eRecruit system, we recommend a screen resolution setting of 1024x768 with 1152x864 possibly yielding better viewing results. This setting is typically found under the "My Computer>Control Panel>Display>Settings>Screen Area" on most computers. Back to top. Do I need to use a specific type of internet provider? The City of Charlotte recommends that you use a high-speed Internet service (cable, DSL or secure wireless connection) to access our website. Although you can use a dial-up account, you may encounter technical difficulties, including system timeouts. Back to top