Workforce Development
7161 Columbia Gateway Drive
Ste. D
Columbia, MD 21046
United States
Connecting Business and Talent in All Professions
Whether you are looking for an entry level position or an advancement in your career, your employment success is the goal. The Howard County Office of Workforce Development serves a diverse range of individuals, providing valuable services and support to enhance their employment prospects and career development. They include:
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Job Seekers: The office assists individuals in their job search efforts by offering resources such as job listings, resume assistance, interview preparation, and career counseling.
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Businesses: The office collaborates with local businesses to meet their workforce needs, offering recruitment assistance, job posting services, and customized training programs to enhance the skills of their workforce.
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Youth: The office provides career exploration, job readiness training, and work experience opportunities to empower young individuals and prepare them for successful transitions into the workforce.
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Dislocated Workers: The office offers support and resources to individuals who have lost their jobs, providing reemployment assistance, job training opportunities, and guidance in navigating the job market.
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Veterans: The office assists veterans in their transition from military to civilian life, providing specialized services such as career counseling, skills assessment, and connecting them with job opportunities.
Work on Wheels| Mobile Resources to Jobseekers
The County’s Office of Workforce Development (OWD) has partnered with the Howard County Library System (HCLS) to launch its Work on Wheels program. This new initiative enhances the Office of Workforce Development's range of services by bringing job seeking resources and services, such as resume reviews, connections to jobs and potential training, to underserved communities throughout the county.
VISIT US!
Location:
Human Services Campus
9820 Patuxent Woods Drive
Columbia, MD 21046
When:
10AM-12 noon on the following dates in 2024
April 24
May 8
May 22
June 5
June 19
Get Started
- Apply for services (coming soon).
- Explore your career path by visiting our career portal.
- Register for an event or workshop here!
Notice
Services offered by the Howard County Office of Workforce Development are supported by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration as part of awards totaling $2,933,986 with 0% financed from non-governmental sources.
Resources & Programs
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Employment Resources
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When it's time to shift careers, the Office of Workforce Development offers resources and employment services to help job seekers navigate the process.
Our services are designed to assist those returning to the workforce, people seeking a high school diploma, professionals looking for a career change and workers who have been laid off. Eligible job seekers may qualify for skills training, helping them gain a competitive edge.
Whether you are looking for an entry level position or an advancement in your career, your employment success is the goal. Visit our workforce center to take advantage of the many services offered.
Services are free and include:
- Job search and resume assistance
- Local and national job listings
- On-line job applications
- Career information
- Employment Workshops
- Resource Center with access to computers, copy and fax machines, telephones and printers
- Veterans services
- Youth services
- Career development workshops
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Equal Opportunity Program
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As an equal opportunity program, discrimination in WIOA Title I financially assisted programs or activities is prohibited by federal law and by Howard County Government. Our programs are made possible in part by grants from the U.S. Department of Labor. Veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service in time and funding. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact Stephanie Hill.