Workforce Training

We know that workforce is the number one issue facing employment decisions today. Dallas County is a participating Work Ready Community that is actively engaged in gaining certified status. The regional educational system is here to help you find solutions to your workforce needs.

There are a range of programs available in Dallas County, and Missouri, to encourage business development through workforce training. These programs are designed as an incentive to businesses which require highly skilled workers and often utilize grants for local educational institutions to provide training.

Missouri Customized Training Program

The Missouri Customized Training Program assists Missouri employers with job training programs and funding to help offset training costs for new and existing employees. Training assistance may be available for training costs such as curriculum development, instructional salaries and training materials.

Missouri Community College New Jobs Training Program

Provide assistance to companies creating a substantial number of new jobs in Missouri. The appropriate community college initially finances training through the issuance of revenue certificates. Proceeds are used to reimburse the company for training related costs. The certificates may be repaid up to approximately eight years using tax credits from the employer’s regular withholding taxes that are paid for the employees in the newly created jobs. Funding can be used toward reimbursement for the training and costs associated with the creation of new jobs.

Looking for Employment

The Missouri Jobs Center is a great resource, providing workshops and career fairs. They also recently launched the Mobile Career Center. Please click here to access job postings and other resources.