Iowa Workforce Development is hosting a series of webinars to highlight the opportunities available with Work-based Learning (WBL) in the state. The multi-part series highlights opportunities for #highschool #students and adults and how #employers can get involved as sponsors. This second webinar covers opportunities for Registered Apprenticeship, Pre-Apprenticeship, and Industry-Recognized Credentials. This is a #webinar recording from October 21, 2024, discussing Work-based Learning models in the state of #Iowa, which include Pre-Apprenticeship, Registered Apprenticeship, and obtaining Industry-Recognized Credentials. 🎬 https://lnkd.in/gfhaQiCy
Iowa Workforce Development
Government Administration
Des Moines, Iowa 5,814 followers
Powering Iowa's possibilities by creating enabling and sustaining the most future ready workforce in the nation.
About us
Iowa Workforce Development contributes to the economic security of Iowa’s workers, businesses and communities through a comprehensive statewide system of employment services, education and regulation of health, safety and employment laws. IWD strives to improve the income, productivity and safety of all Iowans. In conjunction with state and local economic development efforts, IWD also assists businesses to fulfill their workforce needs.
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http://www.iowaworkforcedevelopment.gov
External link for Iowa Workforce Development
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1988
- Specialties
- Workforce Center Services, Compliance Assistance and Enforcement, Unemployment Insurance, and Workforce Information and Analysis
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1000 East Grand Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa 50319, US
Employees at Iowa Workforce Development
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Jaimee Bullock
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Paige Davies
Relationship Building | Sales & Service | B2B | SaaS | Marketing | Customer Success | Training
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Steven Ray
36 years of extensive experience in public safety, government, and management. Former candidate for governor of Iowa 2017-2018.
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Niki Litzel
Business Engagement Consultant at IowaWORKS
Updates
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Iowa Workforce Development reposted this
There’s still time to RSVP for the 2nd webinar of Iowa Workforce Development’s Work-based Learning Webinar Series! Join them this afternoon to learn about the benefits of receiving industry-recognized credentials through apprenticeship programs! ➡ https://lnkd.in/gEzBzKqn
The Work-based Learning #webinar series continues next week, focusing on how Iowans can jumpstart their #career with a Registered Apprenticeship! Join us next Monday, October 21, 2024, from 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM as we highlight Registered Apprenticeship and Pre-Apprenticeship programs and the benefit of receiving industry-recognized credentials. #apprenticeship #registeredapprenticeship #Iowa #workforce 🗓️ RSVP now for the webinar by visiting: https://lnkd.in/gEzBzKqn
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September’s #workforce numbers are here, and Iowa’s unemployment rate held steady at 2.9%. The state’s labor force remained at the same level with the labor force participation rate at 66.3%. However, there are more than 54,000 job openings remaining in #Iowa. Iowa Workforce Development stands ready to help any Iowan wherever they are in their #career journey. For more information on the latest labor force numbers, visit: https://lnkd.in/gbG_nUY2
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The Work-based Learning #webinar series continues next week, focusing on how Iowans can jumpstart their #career with a Registered Apprenticeship! Join us next Monday, October 21, 2024, from 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM as we highlight Registered Apprenticeship and Pre-Apprenticeship programs and the benefit of receiving industry-recognized credentials. #apprenticeship #registeredapprenticeship #Iowa #workforce 🗓️ RSVP now for the webinar by visiting: https://lnkd.in/gEzBzKqn
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National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) celebrates the diversity in our #workforce, including Iowans from our #Veteran population. Businesses can join us for a special virtual #webinar on October 24, 2024, from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, to learn about compliance and how to best hire from these communities. The #webinar will also feature best practices and resources available to businesses, including programs for Veterans with disabilities, outreach, and recruitment. U.S. Department of Labor #NDEAM #NDEAM24 Register now here: https://lnkd.in/gcpkEHBU
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Discover how #employers can become more accessible to #Iowans with disabilities! Ashlee Cummings, Disability Workforce Manager with Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services division, joins the #MissionEmployable #podcast and shares how her team can make free visits to employers to guide them through adopting accessible practices for all Iowans. #ADA #NDEAM #NDEAM24 🎬 https://lnkd.in/g6GAzCJP 🎧 https://lnkd.in/giuycXEM
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Iowa’s Vocational Rehabilitation Director, Dr. James Williams, returns for the second part of a two-part series on the #MissionEmployable #podcast. He shares more about the future of Iowa’s Vocational Rehabilitation and National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). #NDEAM #NDEAM24 🎬 https://lnkd.in/gVVy2f6d 🎧 https://lnkd.in/giuycXEM
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There isn't just a one-size-fits-all when it comes to Iowans with disabilities. Many disabilities aren't physical or always identifiable to co-workers or managers. Join us on October 16, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM for a #ZOOM #webinar featuring how to create inclusive workspaces for individuals with autism as a resource for #Iowa #employers. #NDEAM #NDEAM2024 #NDEAM24 Register now for the upcoming webinar here: https://lnkd.in/gwnn2qCY
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Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) is continuing its efforts to expand Work-based Learning (WBL) in Iowa by showcasing the variety of ways that Iowa schools and employers are building the workforce pipeline across our state! The recent October 1, 2024, webinar covered opportunities for high-school students to enter WBL programs. It also featured IWD Executive Director Beth Townsend, representatives from UnityPoint Health, and other voices in WBL. Stay tuned for more info on the next one on October 21, 2024! Learn more about Work-based Learning in Iowa by visiting: https://lnkd.in/gG9Du7D4 🎬 https://lnkd.in/ghCWBUda
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Two career opportunities are available for Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company! As a Fleet Maintenance Mechanic, you'll work to service and maintain vehicles and equipment, including route delivery trucks, tractors, and trailers to keep the fleet on its feet! The other position is a Route Driver, delivering to locations, interacting with customers, and maintain beverage displays and product. For information on these opportunities, please contact: Heros[at]AtlantaBottling.com The United States Department of Defense (DoD) #SkillBridge helps connect service members with valuable work experience during the last 180 days of service. #careers #servicemembers #jobs #jobopportunity Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g5-f3tYs
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