Workforce Development System

With the guidance of the Baltimore County Workforce Development Council, the Baltimore County Office of Workforce Development (BCOWD) plays a unique role in the workforce development arena. In concert with the Department of Economic Development, the Baltimore County Workforce Development System (BCWDS) acts as a broker for initiatives designed to develop a skilled workforce. 

The Agency's customer base includes the Baltimore County business community, job seekers and students. Through a combination of federal, state and county financing BCWDS provides streamlined, comprehensive, and individualized services developed in response to local market and industry needs.

Services for Developing a Skilled Workforce

Business Services

Business Services of  BCOWD contribute services to new and Expanding businesses, assistance to recruit and retain a skilled workforce, workplace training and education and assistance with workforce downsizing.

Job Seeker Services

Job Seeker Services of  BCOWD dispenses career and development resources, career placement resources and career training resources.

Youth Services

Youth Services of BCOWD initiates programs for youth ages 14 - 18, special events for youth and children and provides youth, and family resources.

BC Workforce Newsletter

Highlights from the Office of Workforce Development (PDF)
Our workers are the backbone of Baltimore County's economy.  Read about how The Office of Workforce Development is helping to shape the workforce.

• Annual Report
  The Office of Workforce Development's PY 2008 Annual Report (PDF).
         
• The Baltimore Regional Employer Institute
  Five award winning programs are highlighted in the Baltimore Regional Employer Institute web site.
        
• Two Year Workforce Investment Act Plan
  The Office of Workforce Development’s updated Two Year Plan for program years 2007 – 2008 (PDF) is available for public review and comment. The updated plan is in response to The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009 which provides funds to increase the level of training and retraining services for our workforce.

Revised August 3, 2010