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Workforce development boosts our region’s economic stability and prosperity by focusing on our people! Recruiting, staffing, training, education, retention, and up-skilling are all key factors in developing your team and maintaining qualified candidates as an employer.
In an effort to create a competitive workforce advantage in Boone County, we continue to expand strategic workforce efforts.
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Did you know that IowaWORKS has an office in Ames, IA? The IowaWORKS Ames office is open on the third Thursday of every month.
For additional assistance, IowaWORKS can also be reached via email at desmoinesIowaWORKS@iwd.iowa.gov, by phone at 515-281-9619, or in-person at their Des Moines locations.
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In commemoration of National Apprenticeship Week, please join U.S. Department of Labor in exploring the inspiring career journeys of tradeswomen as they progressed from apprentices to leadership roles and beyond. This event will feature insights from tradeswomen at various stages in their careers, including apprentices, journeymen, foremen, project managers, and contractors. Participants will also learn about the importance and good practices of recruiting more women into pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs. Thursday, November 21st, 2024 5 – 6:30 PM CT Virtual via Webex
REGISTER HERE: usdolee.webex.com/webappng/sites/usdolee/meeting/register/2e97884d70014f57b3391bd4566e99b9?ticket…
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In honor of Veterans Day, explore these workforce resources supporting Veteran employment.
Iowa Veterans Employer
Coalition
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Iowa Home Base Business Flyer
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Home Base Iowa Certification Flyer
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Hire Vets FACT Sheet
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The Business Case for Hiring a Veteran
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And make sure you attend the next River Valley Veterans Network on November 20th in Ames!
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The National Able Network is a nonprofit organization committed to strengthening Iowa’s workforce by connecting job seekers with valuable resources and helping businesses find skilled employees. Whether you're seeking employment or looking to hire, explore their programs and support services today!
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