Isaiah ViI

first came to JobTrain I really had no clear direction in my life. I had just finished high school, but did not know what my next step would be. I heard about OICWs’ free training from a relative who got a great job through JobTrain
After about four months of training, they sent me out on an interview for a temporary (one week) job with the County of San Mateo Human Services Agency. I didn’t feel that I was ready for office work, but never-the less they encouraged me to just go out and “do my best.” That’s exactly what I did. That one week turned into 13 years and counting.

I slowly worked my way up from an office assistant to Management Information Systems Administrator. I produce statistical reports from the county database so we can keep track of which programs are doing well and areas that need improvement. Every time I look at the numbers I always remember that I was once part of those same statistics. In 1994, I fulfilled my “American Dream ” of purchasing a home. Now I’m able to do what I’ve always wanted to do, and that is to take care of my parents. I can never repay them for what they done, but it’s a start.

It was not easy getting to where I am now. I attribute my success to all of my Great co-workers and supervisors thoughout the years, who helped mold and shape me into what I am today — and especially to JobTrain for giving me the training and guidance to start on this path!