Workforce Centers and their business services staff support local employers in their recruitment, retention and ongoing staffing needs through a wide array of services.
We believe that thriving local economies are the best foundations for businesses to succeed, and that strong businesses contribute to meaningful employment and economic vitality. Our number one goal is to support businesses in attracting and retaining the talent they need to grow and prosper.
The Colorado Rural Workforce Consortium provides a variety of no-cost services to employers to move your workforce forward.
Post a Job
Your open positions through our free Colorado statewide job engine & database, Connecting Colorado.
Hiring Events & Job Fairs
Save time and money with a customized hiring events or job fairs to recruit qualified applicants in an efficient and effective manner.
Workforce Intelligence
Get valuable information about wage, demographics, commuter patterns, workforce trends, supply and demand and more.
Employer Education
Forums, round tables and workshops are available to provide business education and to enhance connections between businesses.
Community Connection
Leverage the partnerships of your local workforce center to discover training opportunities, incentives and resources within the community.
Training
Train new employees or upskill your workforce through state and local programs such as work-based learning opportunities, designed to support employers with technical or financial support.
Work-Based Learning
Colorado’s labor market is rapidly evolving, and businesses face increasing demands to find skilled and adaptable workers. Work-Based Learning (WBL) offers businesses an opportunity to actively engage in developing the talent pipeline, preparing the next generation of skilled workers.
Through WBL, businesses can:
- Create Talent Pipelines: Develop a reliable stream of qualified and skilled candidates tailored to your industry’s specific needs.
- Provide Leadership Opportunities: Empower current staff to mentor participants, enhancing their leadership skills.
- Spark Interest in Your Industry: Attract future talent by showcasing the opportunities and innovations within your field.
- Support Job Seekers in Establishing a Work History: Help individuals gain work history, basic skills, and occupation-specific training.
- Improve Employee Retention: Engage employees with hands-on learning opportunities that build loyalty and long-term career pathways.
- Access Incentives: Some WBL programs offer funding support, such as wage subsidies.
WBL activities for businesses include hosting job shadows, internships, apprenticeships, and offering on-the-job training opportunities. These activities provide a platform to train employees in real-world settings, ensuring they are prepared to contribute to your organization’s success from day one.
Apprenticeships are particularly valuable, offering structured training programs where participants earn a paycheck while gaining industry-relevant skills. As a business, you benefit from a highly motivated employee who is invested in learning and growing within your organization.
Interested in offering WBL opportunities? Complete the Employer Interest form to explore how WBL can benefit your business.
Sector Partnerships
Join or start a sector partnership composed of business leaders from the same industry and labor market region. Collaborate with education, workforce development, economic development, and community organizations to address workforce and competitiveness needs within your industry.