WORK FORCE

The state demographer's office projects Wright County's labor force to grow by more than 30 percent between 1990 and 2020.

Wright County's available workforce totals 50,137 according to the Minnesota Department of Economic Security. In addition to this pool of labor, businesses can draw from the Twin Cities and St. Cloud areas due to proximity to both locations.

The Partnership has built a network of resources to assist businesses in finding qualified employees, train current employees and increase productivity. We are collaborating with local resources so businesses can make one stop at the Partnership office to address all their workforce issues.

Workforce Development Resources

Central Minnesota Jobs & Training Services (CMJTS)
CMJTS matches job seekers and employers. They offer customized training, job seeker connections, a dislocated worker program and labor market information. They are part of the Minnesota WorkForce System.

Minnesota Job Skills Partnership
http://www.deed.state.mn.us
Offers cash grants for employee training in partnership with an educational institution for up to $400,000. A 50-50 match is required of the employer. Payroll expenses incurred during the training process can be counted as part of the match.

Wright Technical Center (WTC)
http://www.wtc.k12.mn.us
WTC is a secondary vocational facility that partners with 10 school districts in the Wright County area, providing vocational and technical training to high school students. The center also coordinates a school-to-work program and a youth apprenticeship program. In addition to WTC, there are several post-secondary facilities nearby.

Minnesota Job Bank for Employers
http://www.mnworks.org
This web site provides information on job seekers and you can specifically request information about specific skills that you are looking for. You have the option to post your open position so that employees can find you. Simply click on the heading above and select "Sign Up".

Minnesota Job Bank for Employees
http://www.mnworks.org
This web site provides information on job opportunities and you can specifically request information about jobs in Wright County – where you live – and end those hour commutes! You are able to submit your resume "on line" so that employers can find you. Simply click on the heading above, click on "First Time Users" and select "Log In". Once you've entered your information, ask the program to search by county and select "Wright County". Hundreds of job opportunities will present themselves.

Minnesota Workforce Center - Monticello Office
http://www.mnworkforcecenter.org/monticello/
The workforce center can help your business with locating new employees, assist with employee training, and provide data and information on Minnesota's workforce.

Pathways Program
http://www.deed.state.mn.us
Designed to train new or existing workers, the Pathways Program helps transition people from public assistance to work.

 

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