Passion for uplifting our neighbors and our community is a common thread throughout BronxWorks staff, whether or not they are in outward-facing roles. BronxWorks operational staff, while they are not in direct service, are integral to the continuation and success of our programs. Jose Ramos, Porter at the Workforce Development Office, embodies this passion and dedication to the BronxWorks mission in his work every day.
Jose has always been a hard worker and began working when he was young to help maintain his family’s farmland. He has held many jobs throughout his life, including several in maintenance. While working in maintenance at a supermarket, a coworker asked Jose if he was interested in a job somewhere else. That is when he introduced Jose to the BronxWorks Workforce Development department. Shortly thereafter, Jose joined the organization as a Porter for the Workforce Development Office in 2023 and he has been with BronxWorks ever since. When asked what he does in his position, Jose simply answers “I clean.” Despite his humble nature, Jose does much more than clean to support his department.
“He is more than our porter. Jose does everything he needs to do and then some… Even though he is not working with clients in the same capacity as other staff, he still supports them and the clients have come to know him as well.” Haidy Pena, Career Development Specialist, Workforce Development
Jose is known among his colleagues to go above and beyond his position to help others. In addition to thoroughly maintaining the cleanliness, and therefore the safety, of the office, he goes out of his way to help his fellow staff with whatever they need, without being asked. Betty Ann Tamaisar, Vice President of Workforce Development, describes Jose as “selfless, hardworking, and the epitome of what it means to be a good employee.”
The work my department does is very important, I am happy to be a part of something that helps the community.” – Jose
Since moving to New York City, Jose has started his own family and now has a wife and two grown children. In his time outside of work Jose devotes himself to his family. While his children are now adults, Jose feels that he is never done raising them.
Passion for uplifting our neighbors and our community is a common thread throughout BronxWorks staff, whether or not they are in outward-facing roles. BronxWorks operational staff, while they are not in direct service, are integral to the continuation and success of our programs. Jose Ramos, Porter at the Workforce Development Office, embodies this passion and dedication to the BronxWorks mission in his work every day.
Jose has always been a hard worker and began working when he was young to help maintain his family’s farmland. He has held many jobs throughout his life, including several in maintenance. While working in maintenance at a supermarket, a coworker asked Jose if he was interested in a job somewhere else. That is when he introduced Jose to the BronxWorks Workforce Development department. Shortly thereafter, Jose joined the organization as a Porter for the Workforce Development Office in 2023 and he has been with BronxWorks ever since. When asked what he does in his position, Jose simply answers “I clean.” Despite his humble nature, Jose does much more than clean to support his department.
“He is more than our porter. Jose does everything he needs to do and then some… Even though he is not working with clients in the same capacity as other staff, he still supports them and the clients have come to know him as well.” Haidy Pena, Career Development Specialist, Workforce Development
Jose is known among his colleagues to go above and beyond his position to help others. In addition to thoroughly maintaining the cleanliness, and therefore the safety, of the office, he goes out of his way to help his fellow staff with whatever they need, without being asked. Betty Ann Tamaisar, Vice President of Workforce Development, describes Jose as “selfless, hardworking, and the epitome of what it means to be a good employee.”
The work my department does is very important, I am happy to be a part of something that helps the community.” – Jose
Since moving to New York City, Jose has started his own family and now has a wife and two grown children. In his time outside of work Jose devotes himself to his family. While his children are now adults, Jose feels that he is never done raising them.
