Week 3:

Competitive Edge

#WorkforceDev2024

During the third week of Workforce Development Month, the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) will be highlighting the many no-cost services their 52 Workforce Centers statewide provide to both job seekers and employers alike. From recruiting and hiring for employers, to career counseling and resume writing assistance for job seekers, we offer a wide variety of FREE resources to give you that Competitive Edge to recruit the best talent or jumpstart your career. We encourage you to contact your local Workforce Center to learn how their expert staff can help you further your career or business goals.

Testimonials

Claudia

“I struggled a lot trying to find a job, since English is not my first language. I went to a resource fair and met Lupita, with Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development (LCEWD). Together, we tailored my resume for a position I wanted at UCHealth. I was so excited when UC Health emailed me for an interview! Lupita was crucial in supporting me throughout the application and pre employment process… I am now employed full-time at UC Health.” - Claudia, UC Health

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Larimer Humane Society

“We reached out to Employer Services of Weld County for help, and the response was immediate and exceptional.The team approach to assisting a new organization from Larimer County assuming the responsibilities of an old organization in Weld County and the openness to cross county collaboration was incredible.” - Jean Mooney, Director of Human Resources, Larimer Humane Society

TJ Cruz

“I am writing to express my sincere enthusiasm and deep appreciation for the Adult Intern Program offered by Employment Services of Weld County. As a participant in this program and now the Director of a company, I have experienced firsthand the immense value it brings to both the interns and the organization.” - TJ Cruz, Director, Northern Colorado Veteran Resource Center

Employer Services

Assistance in the recruitment and hiring processes like using assessments to elevate your skills-based hiring practices
Education about tax credits and training reimbursements
Supporting Employers through the Job Quality Framework
Resources for starting a business
How to avoid and manage layoffs and separations

Job Seeker Services

Career counseling, including assistance in creating a career plan customized to your skills and interests
Assistance improving digital, resume, and interviewing skills
Connections to good jobs as well as training and educational opportunities, including apprenticeships
Connections to a variety of resources, grants and programming for job seekers including:
- My Colorado Journey: My Colorado Journey is a statewide platform that connects individuals to work, education, support services and planning resources based on their needs, desires and stage of life. The free resource provides step-by-step guidance for accomplishing career and education goals, whether it's finding the right job or applying to college. The platform recently launched two new career pathways: Aerospace and Public Safety.
- CO Career Trail Guide: CO Career Trail Guide delivers data-driven career recommendations for you to explore new career paths that may leverage your skills in a new way, boost your income, or for which there are many jobs available in Colorado.
- ConnectingColorado.com: Connecting Colorado is part of a state- and county-run system that delivers immediate, tangible results for your future. You can post your résumé, apply for a specific job or do a self-directed job search through our jobs database.
- SPARC Workforce Development Program: The Strengthening Photovoltaic and Renewable Careers (SPARC) Workforce Development Program provides high-quality education and training opportunities to create high-paying jobs that ultimately support the protection of Colorado’s environment.
- QUEST Grant: QUEST, a Dislocated Worker Grant (DWG), is 100% funded by the U.S. Department of Labor. The grant provides $11,760,724 in funding and is designed to support job seekers whose employment has been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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