Workforce Development Board

Purpose

The Workforce Development Board is guided by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to strengthen the workforce development system through innovation, alignment, and improvement of employment, training, and education programs, and to promote individual and local economic growth of the local and regional area.

Responsibilities

The Workforce Development Board's responsibilities and duties include:

  • Select an administrative entity, grant recipients, and program operators for the Local Workforce Development Area for employment and training services for low-income adults, dislocated workers and youth.
  • Develop a comprehensive 4-year regional and local plan, which aligns with the state plan, and submit it to the Governor's Workforce Development Board.
  • Review and monitor performance goals through annual reports.

The Workforce Development Board achieves its required duties through these action teams:

  • Business Engagement Action Team – Focus on the workforce needs of businesses to support economic growth and available workforce.
  • Education Engagement Action Team – Focus on shortening the talent pipeline by connecting businesses with educational providers and career exploration for students and adults.
  • Community Engagement Action Team – Focus on improving outreach and collaboration with community partners to ensure that those with the most barriers to successful employment are aware of available services.
  • Oversight Action Team – Focus on sharing the work of each Action Team to ensure there is no duplication of effort and how they can support and work together with each other.

Composition

The Workforce Development Board consists of at least 19 members, including:

  • A majority of at least 51% from the business sector.
  • At least 20% from organized labor or the workforce.
  • One representative from adult basic education and higher education.
  • Representatives from agencies involved in economic development, job services, and vocational rehabilitation services.

Open seats on the Workforce Development Board will be filled through the board appointment process, with recommendations coming the Workforce Development Board.

Procedure for appointment

Applicants must complete the required application for appointment to this committee. Submit any background information requested.

Member terms

Members are appointed by the Washington County Board of Commissioners to three-year terms, depending upon the time of appointment. Some terms may be partial terms based on the time of appointment. There are no term limits.

Meeting requirements

The Workforce Development Board and action teams meet 10 times per year on the third Wednesday of the month. Meetings are held from 8:30 - 10 a.m. Additional meetings may be called upon by the determination of the board.

View the most recent meeting minute (PDF). | View all past meeting minutes.

Remuneration

Members of the Workforce Development Board are eligible to receive meeting per diem and mileage reimbursement at the rate established by the Washington County Board of Commissioners.

Operating procedures

This board operates in accordance with the operating procedures established by the county.

Contact

For more information, send an email to Ryan Selock, Community Services Program Manager.