Division of Workforce Development Overview
With the guidance of the Baltimore County Workforce Development Council, the Baltimore County Department of Economic Development - Division of Workforce Development plays a unique role in the workforce development arena. In concert with the Department of Economic Development, the Division of Workforce Development (DWD) 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 the DWD 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 assist new and expanding businesses, provide assistance to recruit and retain a skilled workforce, workplace training and education is available as is assistance with workforce downsizing.
Job Seeker Services
Job Seeker Services provides career consultation and development resources and services, career placement assistance and career training resources may be available to those who qualify.
Youth Services
Youth Services oversees programs for youth ages 14 - 21, sponsor special events for youth and children and provides youth and their families with resources to help the youth meet their education and/or career goals.
Division of Workforce Development Reports
- Annual Report
The Division of Workforce Development PY 2010 Annual Report (PDF).
- Two Year Workforce Investment Act Plan
The Division of Workforce Development's updated Two Year Plan for program years 2007 – 2008 (PDF) is available for public review and comment through the close of business Friday, May 6, 2011. The updated plan is in response to the merger with the Baltimore County Department of Economic Development.
Revised March 20, 2012
