WorkForce Centers

Purpose 
WorkForce Centers (WFCs) are Minnesota’s federally mandated “Career One-Stops.” They provide a vast array of employment-related services via 49 locations throughout the state and/or online at DEED’s website.

Customers and Services
Customers are individuals looking for employment or exploring and planning their careers, and businesses seeking workers. WFC staff assist job seekers in Resource Areas with online job search, including career exploration, resume and interview advice/tools, job networking, and job bank use. Most locations offer workshops and assistance with training. Some services give priority to individuals with specific barriers to employment. Staff also work with businesses to find, and if needed, train workers. 

WFCs are a collaboration of state, local, and non-profit service providers coming together to offer talent development services in Minnesota.

Measures - Reporting period is state fiscal year (SFY), July 1 - June 30

More DEED measures: Uniform Program Accountability Measures

Funding Source and Appropriation/Allocation
No direct appropriation/allocation. WFC costs are paid for by a variety of resources and partners. Program dollars that support WFCs are reflected in other program summaries.

Statutory Authority
-- The Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (Public Law 105-220); U.S. Code, Title 29, Chap. 30

Contact Information
Rick Roy, Director
Phone: 651.259.7544 or toll-free: 866.213.1422; TTY: 800.657.3973

This information current as of December 2011.