past events/announcements
One-Stop Operator Request for Proposal (RFP) Bidders Conference questions and answers can be found on the RFP page at http://www.careerdepot.org/rfpsrfas.html by COB March 27, 2024.
The One-Stop Operator Request for Proposal (RFP) can be found on the RFP page at http://www.careerdepot.org/rfpsrfas.html.
The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) is issuing a "Request for Proposal" (RFP) to procure One-Stop Operator(s) for the following Northwest Georgia counties: Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Pickens, Paulding, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield. A detailed description of requirements is included in the RFP. The NWGRC has been selected as the Fiscal Agent and Grant Sub-recipient for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds. Funding is contingent upon availability of funds under Title l of the WIOA or other federal funding sources; however, it is estimated that approximately $100,000 – $125,000 will be available.
The One-Stop Operator will coordinate the service delivery of One-Stop partners and service providers across the One-Stop service delivery system. At a minimum, the comprehensive center will have a One-Stop Operator selected and coordinate career services and/or training within the One-Stop and with services providers and partner across the Region through referrals, information sharing, reporting or other mutual service delivery assistance. The RFP may also address an additional One-Stop Operator to coordinate WIOA activities of affiliate sites with partners and service providers.
Technical Assistance will only be offered at a Bidder's Conference to be held on March 26, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time at NWGRC, 1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, Georgia 30161. Technical assistance in the proposal process will be provided only at the Bidder's Conference. A copy of each question/answer from the Bidder's Conference and those received by email will be available upon written request and posted online. Written questions must be received by 4:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, March 25, 2024, and should be submitted to [email protected].
The on-line RFP will be available by close of business on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at www.careerdepot.org. The RFP may also be picked up at the Bidder's Conference. To obtain proposal format, all others may pick up a copy at NWGRC, 1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, Georgia 30161 or request the RFP in writing. Requests for proposal formats by telephone (except FAX) will not be accepted.
Deadline to submit a proposal is 4:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, April 19, 2024. No proposals will be accepted after this date and time. Proposals should be mailed to P.O. Box 1798, Rome, GA 30162-1798 or delivered to 1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, GA 30161.
Local educational agencies, historically black college and universities, Hispanic-serving institutions and tribal colleges and universities, small business owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, community-based organizations, small minority and/or women's businesses are encouraged to apply. The NWGRC reserves the right to reject any/all bids received or qualified, to accept other than the lowest bid, to negotiate with responsive bidders for the best price or to cancel, in part or in its entirety, the request if it is in the best interests of the NWGRC to do so. Funding is contingent upon the availability of federal funds.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM/EMPLOYER
Auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities
TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056
The One-Stop Operator will coordinate the service delivery of One-Stop partners and service providers across the One-Stop service delivery system. At a minimum, the comprehensive center will have a One-Stop Operator selected and coordinate career services and/or training within the One-Stop and with services providers and partner across the Region through referrals, information sharing, reporting or other mutual service delivery assistance. The RFP may also address an additional One-Stop Operator to coordinate WIOA activities of affiliate sites with partners and service providers.
Technical Assistance will only be offered at a Bidder's Conference to be held on March 26, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time at NWGRC, 1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, Georgia 30161. Technical assistance in the proposal process will be provided only at the Bidder's Conference. A copy of each question/answer from the Bidder's Conference and those received by email will be available upon written request and posted online. Written questions must be received by 4:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, March 25, 2024, and should be submitted to [email protected].
The on-line RFP will be available by close of business on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at www.careerdepot.org. The RFP may also be picked up at the Bidder's Conference. To obtain proposal format, all others may pick up a copy at NWGRC, 1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, Georgia 30161 or request the RFP in writing. Requests for proposal formats by telephone (except FAX) will not be accepted.
Deadline to submit a proposal is 4:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, April 19, 2024. No proposals will be accepted after this date and time. Proposals should be mailed to P.O. Box 1798, Rome, GA 30162-1798 or delivered to 1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, GA 30161.
Local educational agencies, historically black college and universities, Hispanic-serving institutions and tribal colleges and universities, small business owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, community-based organizations, small minority and/or women's businesses are encouraged to apply. The NWGRC reserves the right to reject any/all bids received or qualified, to accept other than the lowest bid, to negotiate with responsive bidders for the best price or to cancel, in part or in its entirety, the request if it is in the best interests of the NWGRC to do so. Funding is contingent upon the availability of federal funds.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM/EMPLOYER
Auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities
TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056
Hiring individuals with criminal records increases equal opportunity and diversity while strengthening the local economy.
Register today for the Second Chance Hiring Workshop, hosted by the Cartersville-Bartow Chamber of Commerce, Worksource Northwest Georgia, and iWORKS.
Register today for the Second Chance Hiring Workshop, hosted by the Cartersville-Bartow Chamber of Commerce, Worksource Northwest Georgia, and iWORKS.
For Immediate Release
Rome, GA (December 5, 2022)
WorkSource Georgia partners provided services for employees displaced by the recent sale of Summit Hill Foods in Rome. The company
announced in October that up to 80 employees could be idled due to the planned sale of the company.
Northwest Georgia Rapid Response Coordinator Larry Brooks said, “We are very grateful to Summit Hill Foods’ leadership who graciously allowed us the opportunity to connect these workers with the resources they will likely need during this time of employment
transition.” The Rapid Response unit brings subject matter experts to the employees of businesses facing a layoff or closure. These experts offer resources and provide answers to questions asked by those being displaced. A common question typically asked pertains to the filing of
unemployment insurance.
Participating partners included: WorkSource Georgia Rapid Response, Georgia Department of Labor Career Center, Georgia Northwestern Technical College WIOA, WorkSource Northwest Georgia, Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, Goodwill North
Georgia and the Rome Floyd Chamber. Northwest Georgia Regional Commission’s Lesia Lambert, Director of Workforce
Development stated, “Many people are interested in going back to school. “We can provide assistance with certification, degrees, and occupational skills training.”
Services that the Rapid Response team offers those facing a job loss can include:
• Providing resources for job searches, career centers, partner agencies, and community resources.
• Assisting with Unemployment Insurance Claims.
• Speciality workshops covering things like resume writing, interviewing, and job search techniques.
• Availing access to education, occupational skills and work based training services.
• Providing local and statewide labor market information along with job opportunities.
• Coordinating job fairs and partner resources.
For those interested in more information regarding WorkSource Georgia’s Rapid Response program, please visit their website at www.WorkSourceGeorgia.com/RapidResponse.
Contact:
Larry Brooks
470-654-0941 (cell)
[email protected]
462 Riverside PKWY NE
Rome, GA 30161
PDF version of the press release
Rome, GA (December 5, 2022)
WorkSource Georgia partners provided services for employees displaced by the recent sale of Summit Hill Foods in Rome. The company
announced in October that up to 80 employees could be idled due to the planned sale of the company.
Northwest Georgia Rapid Response Coordinator Larry Brooks said, “We are very grateful to Summit Hill Foods’ leadership who graciously allowed us the opportunity to connect these workers with the resources they will likely need during this time of employment
transition.” The Rapid Response unit brings subject matter experts to the employees of businesses facing a layoff or closure. These experts offer resources and provide answers to questions asked by those being displaced. A common question typically asked pertains to the filing of
unemployment insurance.
Participating partners included: WorkSource Georgia Rapid Response, Georgia Department of Labor Career Center, Georgia Northwestern Technical College WIOA, WorkSource Northwest Georgia, Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, Goodwill North
Georgia and the Rome Floyd Chamber. Northwest Georgia Regional Commission’s Lesia Lambert, Director of Workforce
Development stated, “Many people are interested in going back to school. “We can provide assistance with certification, degrees, and occupational skills training.”
Services that the Rapid Response team offers those facing a job loss can include:
• Providing resources for job searches, career centers, partner agencies, and community resources.
• Assisting with Unemployment Insurance Claims.
• Speciality workshops covering things like resume writing, interviewing, and job search techniques.
• Availing access to education, occupational skills and work based training services.
• Providing local and statewide labor market information along with job opportunities.
• Coordinating job fairs and partner resources.
For those interested in more information regarding WorkSource Georgia’s Rapid Response program, please visit their website at www.WorkSourceGeorgia.com/RapidResponse.
Contact:
Larry Brooks
470-654-0941 (cell)
[email protected]
462 Riverside PKWY NE
Rome, GA 30161
PDF version of the press release
Request to be Eligible Training Provider
The Workforce Development Board (WDB) of Northwest Georgia is accepting applications for Training Provider Agreements under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) for training services to eligible adults, older youth, ages 18-24, and dislocated workers for the Northwest Georgia WIOA Region which includes the counties of Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield.
Applications should include programs of training services or courses of study requested for approval. Approval will result in a Training Provider Agreement which will provide reimbursement only for tuition and other approved individual costs such as books, supplies, and entrance fees. Training included in the application must exist at the time of application and courses must be currently available.
Provider applications must be approved by the WDB and will then be forwarded to the Technical College System of Georgia, Office of Workforce Development, for review. Upon finalization of review by the Technical College System of Georgia, Office of Workforce Development, the training provider and its approved programs will be included on the State Eligible Provider List as published throughout statewide One-Stop Centers. Applications are accepted throughout the program year but referrals to selected training providers are based upon availability of federal funds.
To request a copy of the application packet, please contact Lesia Lambert or Phyllis Walker at 706.295.6485 or FAX 706.802.5567 or visit www.careerdepot.org to view and print a package.
Request to be Placed on Mailing List for Proposals
The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, designated by the Northwest Georgia Workforce Board for procurement responsibilities for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and is in the process of updating its Bidder’s List for procurement of job training services and procurement services. If you are interested in being placed on the Bidder’s List(s), please email to request a Bidder’s Checklist, and indicate which category(ies) you would be interested in receiving Request for Proposals (RFP). The Checklist(s) are available on the web site at www.careerdepot.org or requests for a Checklist(s) (and later the completed form) may be mailed to Terri Morgan, Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, P.O. Box 1798, Rome, GA 30162-1798 or email to [email protected]. All known community-based organizations and local educational organizations will receive notification of “Request for Proposals” being issued. The Service Delivery Area for which services are planned includes the following counties: Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield. The Northwest Georgia Workforce Development Board may not offer all of these services and consequently, you will receive proposals should the service not be procured during the year. Upon receipt of the completed Bidder’s Checklist, it will be placed in our file. Should a request for proposal be issued, you will be notified for each of the items on the checklist(s) in which you indicate interest.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Program
Auxiliary Aids and Services Available Upon Request to Individuals With Disabilities
TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056
The Workforce Development Board (WDB) of Northwest Georgia is accepting applications for Training Provider Agreements under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) for training services to eligible adults, older youth, ages 18-24, and dislocated workers for the Northwest Georgia WIOA Region which includes the counties of Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield.
Applications should include programs of training services or courses of study requested for approval. Approval will result in a Training Provider Agreement which will provide reimbursement only for tuition and other approved individual costs such as books, supplies, and entrance fees. Training included in the application must exist at the time of application and courses must be currently available.
Provider applications must be approved by the WDB and will then be forwarded to the Technical College System of Georgia, Office of Workforce Development, for review. Upon finalization of review by the Technical College System of Georgia, Office of Workforce Development, the training provider and its approved programs will be included on the State Eligible Provider List as published throughout statewide One-Stop Centers. Applications are accepted throughout the program year but referrals to selected training providers are based upon availability of federal funds.
To request a copy of the application packet, please contact Lesia Lambert or Phyllis Walker at 706.295.6485 or FAX 706.802.5567 or visit www.careerdepot.org to view and print a package.
Request to be Placed on Mailing List for Proposals
The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, designated by the Northwest Georgia Workforce Board for procurement responsibilities for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and is in the process of updating its Bidder’s List for procurement of job training services and procurement services. If you are interested in being placed on the Bidder’s List(s), please email to request a Bidder’s Checklist, and indicate which category(ies) you would be interested in receiving Request for Proposals (RFP). The Checklist(s) are available on the web site at www.careerdepot.org or requests for a Checklist(s) (and later the completed form) may be mailed to Terri Morgan, Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, P.O. Box 1798, Rome, GA 30162-1798 or email to [email protected]. All known community-based organizations and local educational organizations will receive notification of “Request for Proposals” being issued. The Service Delivery Area for which services are planned includes the following counties: Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield. The Northwest Georgia Workforce Development Board may not offer all of these services and consequently, you will receive proposals should the service not be procured during the year. Upon receipt of the completed Bidder’s Checklist, it will be placed in our file. Should a request for proposal be issued, you will be notified for each of the items on the checklist(s) in which you indicate interest.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Program
Auxiliary Aids and Services Available Upon Request to Individuals With Disabilities
TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056
September Workforce Development Board Meeting Date Change
The meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, Noon, at GNTC in Calhoun, Georgia.
The meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, Noon, at GNTC in Calhoun, Georgia.
Workforce Development Month encourages us to embrace the idea of lifelong learning. In a rapidly evolving job market, the pursuit of knowledge and skill enhancement is crucial for staying relevant and adaptable. Whether through formal education, skills trade, online courses, workshops, apprenticeships or on-the-job experiences, every effort we make to develop ourselves contributes not only to personal growth but also to the prosperity of our communities.
The Mobile Career Center (MCC) is mobile again!
The Mobile Career Center is a state-of-the-art mobile computer lab that is outfitted with 13 workstations and satellite internet access that allows us to bring WIOA assistance and service directly to your onsite location. Reservations for the Mobile Career Center are on a first-come, first-served basis. Partner organizations will be given priority. If you would like to reserve the Mobile Career Center for a recruitment or career fair, group assessments, small group training, or other event, please visit the MCC page at: http://www.careerdepot.org/mcc.html.
The Mobile Career Center is a state-of-the-art mobile computer lab that is outfitted with 13 workstations and satellite internet access that allows us to bring WIOA assistance and service directly to your onsite location. Reservations for the Mobile Career Center are on a first-come, first-served basis. Partner organizations will be given priority. If you would like to reserve the Mobile Career Center for a recruitment or career fair, group assessments, small group training, or other event, please visit the MCC page at: http://www.careerdepot.org/mcc.html.
WORKSOURCE NORTHWEST GEORGIA RECEIVES QUEST GRANT
February 17, 2023. Worksource Northwest Georgia recently received $700,000 from the Technical College System of Georgia for the QUEST (Quality Jobs, Equity, Strategy, and Training) Grant. QUEST Grant funding is intended to be utilized to serve unemployed and underemployed workers, who have been impacted by COVID-19, by connecting job seekers with training leading to high quality jobs in high demand industries.
On July 5, 2022, he USDOL announced available Dislocated Worker Grant funding to support the public workforce system’s ongoing efforts to empower America’s unemployed and underemployed workers through worker and business engagement, elevate equity, and connect jobseekers with high-quality jobs. Subsequent to that announcement, Worksource Northwest Georgia requested, and recently received, $700,000 from the Technical College System of Georgia for the QUEST (Quality Jobs, Equity, Strategy, and Training) Grant. QUEST Grant funding is intended to be utilized to serve unemployed and underemployed workers, who have been impacted by COVID-19, by connecting job seekers with training leading to high quality jobs in high demand industries.
As the administrative entity for these funds, Northwest Georgia Regional Commission will administer this funding to provide job training activities pursuant to the Workforce Opportunity and Innovation Act (WIOA).
February 17, 2023. Worksource Northwest Georgia recently received $700,000 from the Technical College System of Georgia for the QUEST (Quality Jobs, Equity, Strategy, and Training) Grant. QUEST Grant funding is intended to be utilized to serve unemployed and underemployed workers, who have been impacted by COVID-19, by connecting job seekers with training leading to high quality jobs in high demand industries.
On July 5, 2022, he USDOL announced available Dislocated Worker Grant funding to support the public workforce system’s ongoing efforts to empower America’s unemployed and underemployed workers through worker and business engagement, elevate equity, and connect jobseekers with high-quality jobs. Subsequent to that announcement, Worksource Northwest Georgia requested, and recently received, $700,000 from the Technical College System of Georgia for the QUEST (Quality Jobs, Equity, Strategy, and Training) Grant. QUEST Grant funding is intended to be utilized to serve unemployed and underemployed workers, who have been impacted by COVID-19, by connecting job seekers with training leading to high quality jobs in high demand industries.
As the administrative entity for these funds, Northwest Georgia Regional Commission will administer this funding to provide job training activities pursuant to the Workforce Opportunity and Innovation Act (WIOA).
Gildan Plant in Cedartown Closing in February 2023
Worksource Northwest Georgia, the Georgia Department of Labor, the Rome Floyd Chamber of Commerce, the Cartersville-Bartow Chamber of Commerce, and the Polk County Development Authority will partner with Gildan to offer two job fairs for the 107 affected employees. Details about each job fair are as follows~
Employers in Cartersville, Cedartown, Rome, and the surrounding areas-
Following the recent announcement of the Gildan Cedartown plant closure, 107 dedicated Polk County workers will be without employment as of February 2023. For those dislocated workers, two job fairs will be held on:
at:
Gildan
270 North Park Blvd.
Cedartown, GA 30125
Due to Gildan's large number of Spanish-speaking employees, employers may need to provide their own translation services. Space and a 3-ft table will be provided for industry interviews.
Worksource Northwest Georgia, the Georgia Department of Labor, the Rome Floyd Chamber of Commerce, the Cartersville-Bartow Chamber of Commerce, and the Polk County Development Authority will partner with Gildan to offer two job fairs for the 107 affected employees. Details about each job fair are as follows~
Employers in Cartersville, Cedartown, Rome, and the surrounding areas-
Following the recent announcement of the Gildan Cedartown plant closure, 107 dedicated Polk County workers will be without employment as of February 2023. For those dislocated workers, two job fairs will be held on:
- Friday, December 16th, 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
- Wednesday, December 21st, 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
at:
Gildan
270 North Park Blvd.
Cedartown, GA 30125
Due to Gildan's large number of Spanish-speaking employees, employers may need to provide their own translation services. Space and a 3-ft table will be provided for industry interviews.
The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) is issuing a "Request for Proposal" (RFP) to procure One-Stop Operator(s) for the following Northwest Georgia counties: Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Pickens, Paulding, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield. A detailed description of requirements is included in the RFP. The NWGRC has been selected as the Fiscal Agent and Grant Sub-recipient for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds. Funding is contingent upon availability of funds under Title l of the WIOA or other federal funding sources; however, it is estimated that approximately $100,000 – $125,000 will be available.
The One-Stop Operator will coordinate the service delivery of One-Stop partners and service providers across the One-Stop service delivery system. At a minimum, the comprehensive center will have a One-Stop Operator selected and coordinate career services and/or training within the One-Stop and with services providers and partner across the Region through referrals, information sharing, reporting or other mutual service delivery assistance. The RFP may also address an additional One-Stop Operator to coordinate WIOA activities of affiliate sites with partners and service providers.
Technical Assistance will only be offered at a Bidder's Conference to be held on February 7, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time at NWGRC, 1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, Georgia 30161. Technical assistance in the proposal process will be provided only at the Bidder's Conference. A copy of each question/answer from the Bidder's Conference and those received by email will be available upon written request and posted online. Written questions must be received by 4:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, February 6, 2023, and should be submitted to [email protected].
The on-line RFP will be available by close of business on Friday, January 27, 2023, at www.careerdepot.org. The RFP may also be picked up at the Bidder's Conference. To obtain proposal format, all others may pick up a copy at NWGRC, 1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, Georgia 30161 or request the RFP in writing. Requests for proposal formats by telephone (except FAX) will not be accepted.
Deadline to submit a proposal is 4:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, February 24, 2023. No proposals will be accepted after this date and time. Proposals should be mailed to P.O. Box 1798, Rome, GA 30162-1798 or delivered to 1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, GA 30161. Please note that the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission will be closed on Monday, February 20, 2023, in observance of President’s Day.
Local educational agencies, historically black college and universities, Hispanic-serving institutions and tribal colleges and universities, small business owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, community-based organizations, small minority and/or women's businesses are encouraged to apply. The NWGRC reserves the right to reject any/all bids received or qualified, to accept other than the lowest bid, to negotiate with responsive bidders for the best price or to cancel, in part or in its entirety, the request if it is in the best interests of the NWGRC to do so. Funding is contingent upon the availability of federal funds.
The One-Stop Operator will coordinate the service delivery of One-Stop partners and service providers across the One-Stop service delivery system. At a minimum, the comprehensive center will have a One-Stop Operator selected and coordinate career services and/or training within the One-Stop and with services providers and partner across the Region through referrals, information sharing, reporting or other mutual service delivery assistance. The RFP may also address an additional One-Stop Operator to coordinate WIOA activities of affiliate sites with partners and service providers.
Technical Assistance will only be offered at a Bidder's Conference to be held on February 7, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time at NWGRC, 1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, Georgia 30161. Technical assistance in the proposal process will be provided only at the Bidder's Conference. A copy of each question/answer from the Bidder's Conference and those received by email will be available upon written request and posted online. Written questions must be received by 4:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, February 6, 2023, and should be submitted to [email protected].
The on-line RFP will be available by close of business on Friday, January 27, 2023, at www.careerdepot.org. The RFP may also be picked up at the Bidder's Conference. To obtain proposal format, all others may pick up a copy at NWGRC, 1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, Georgia 30161 or request the RFP in writing. Requests for proposal formats by telephone (except FAX) will not be accepted.
Deadline to submit a proposal is 4:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, February 24, 2023. No proposals will be accepted after this date and time. Proposals should be mailed to P.O. Box 1798, Rome, GA 30162-1798 or delivered to 1 Jackson Hill Drive, Rome, GA 30161. Please note that the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission will be closed on Monday, February 20, 2023, in observance of President’s Day.
Local educational agencies, historically black college and universities, Hispanic-serving institutions and tribal colleges and universities, small business owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, community-based organizations, small minority and/or women's businesses are encouraged to apply. The NWGRC reserves the right to reject any/all bids received or qualified, to accept other than the lowest bid, to negotiate with responsive bidders for the best price or to cancel, in part or in its entirety, the request if it is in the best interests of the NWGRC to do so. Funding is contingent upon the availability of federal funds.
After the Ribbon Cutting: Job Creation and the Role of Workforce Development Organizations
November 10th
12pm - 1pm
Join the next free iWORKS webinar to learn about some of the best practices from organizations across the country that provide hiring and training assistance to companies looking to grow their workforce.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/ybmwkpas.
November 10th
12pm - 1pm
Join the next free iWORKS webinar to learn about some of the best practices from organizations across the country that provide hiring and training assistance to companies looking to grow their workforce.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/ybmwkpas.
Worksource Northwest Georgia Plan Update, September 2022
The Workforce Development Board of Northwest Georgia, Inc. and the Council of Chief Elected Officials of Northwest Georgia announce that the "Worksource Northwest Georgia Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Local Plan Update, September 2022" will be available for review by close of business on July 1, 2022 and open for comments through July 17, 2022". The Plan may be reviewed on-line at www.careerdepot.org or a copy may be obtained by contacting Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, Attention Terri Morgan, P.O. Box 1798, Rome, GA 30162-1798, 706.295.6485 (office), 706.802.5567 (fax), or [email protected].
The final local workforce plan will be posted at www.careerdepot.org.
An Equal Opportunity Program/Employer
Auxiliary Aids Available Upon Request to Individuals with Disabilities
Click below to learn about Jamie Stafford, a COVID grant recipient in Dade County, Georgia. See more at https://www.dadecountysentinel.com/2021/04/01/dislocated-worker-temp-job-leads-to-permanent-position-with-dade-e911/.
High School High Tech
156 students from Dade, Walker, Catoosa, Whitfield, Murray, Fannin and Pickens counties participated in a HSHT College and Career Exploration Fair at the Dalton Convention Center in Dalton on March 8th, 2022. The Dalton Chamber of Commerce presented on the importance of soft skills when seeking employment. Dr. Stephani Womack, Director of Education Partnerships at the Greater Dalton Chamber and iWORKS Advisory Council Board Member, provided information to the student audience regarding “soft skills” to the attendees. Dr. Womack advised the students to focus on the main things that employers are looking for when interviewing:
o Eye contact. Make eye contact while holding a conversation with an employer.
o Verbal and written communication. Confidently introduce yourself, know your skills, speak clearly, and being able to communicate effectively through email.
o Consistency and dependability. Show up on time to work, do what you say you will do.
o Flexibility and problem solving. Employers want someone who will notice there is a problem but also someone who will come up with a variety of solutions before bringing the problem up to a supervisor.
o Positive attitude. Employers want people who are positive, engaging, and want to be there.
Employers brought tools of their trade so that students could have a “hands on” experience while learning about different job opportunities. Over 30 employers and post secondary institutions were present such as Amazon, Kroger, Lodge Cast Iron, Chic-Fil-A, Chattanooga Airport, Dept. of Natural Resources, Dalton Fire and Police Departments, Dalton State College, Chattahoochee Technical College, and Georgia Northwestern Technical College.
156 students from Dade, Walker, Catoosa, Whitfield, Murray, Fannin and Pickens counties participated in a HSHT College and Career Exploration Fair at the Dalton Convention Center in Dalton on March 8th, 2022. The Dalton Chamber of Commerce presented on the importance of soft skills when seeking employment. Dr. Stephani Womack, Director of Education Partnerships at the Greater Dalton Chamber and iWORKS Advisory Council Board Member, provided information to the student audience regarding “soft skills” to the attendees. Dr. Womack advised the students to focus on the main things that employers are looking for when interviewing:
o Eye contact. Make eye contact while holding a conversation with an employer.
o Verbal and written communication. Confidently introduce yourself, know your skills, speak clearly, and being able to communicate effectively through email.
o Consistency and dependability. Show up on time to work, do what you say you will do.
o Flexibility and problem solving. Employers want someone who will notice there is a problem but also someone who will come up with a variety of solutions before bringing the problem up to a supervisor.
o Positive attitude. Employers want people who are positive, engaging, and want to be there.
Employers brought tools of their trade so that students could have a “hands on” experience while learning about different job opportunities. Over 30 employers and post secondary institutions were present such as Amazon, Kroger, Lodge Cast Iron, Chic-Fil-A, Chattanooga Airport, Dept. of Natural Resources, Dalton Fire and Police Departments, Dalton State College, Chattahoochee Technical College, and Georgia Northwestern Technical College.
Labor force participation rates are lower than before the pandemic.
With 11 million job openings, workforce professionals and employers have to figure out what hiring post-pandemic looks like.
Join Northwest Georgia IWorks and Worksource Northwest Georgia for a free virtual panel at Noon on February 25th to discuss Innovative Hiring Practices for Manufacturers! In today's tight labor market, employers are finding creative ways to hire workers. Learn from our panelist about the innovative steps that companies and communities are taking to recruit, hire, and retain their workforce talent!
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtdeyoqzgiHdCg-Q4J8EuGmdv6YmDVxwLM
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
With 11 million job openings, workforce professionals and employers have to figure out what hiring post-pandemic looks like.
Join Northwest Georgia IWorks and Worksource Northwest Georgia for a free virtual panel at Noon on February 25th to discuss Innovative Hiring Practices for Manufacturers! In today's tight labor market, employers are finding creative ways to hire workers. Learn from our panelist about the innovative steps that companies and communities are taking to recruit, hire, and retain their workforce talent!
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtdeyoqzgiHdCg-Q4J8EuGmdv6YmDVxwLM
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Preliminary estimates (December 2021) and revised figures for the total labor force, total employed, total unemployed, and percent unemployed--statewide, by Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), cities over 10,000 in population, Regional Development Center (RDC) and county.
PDF can be found here.
PDF can be found here.
Work Release Programs + High Demand Occupations
Free Webinar!
Hiring Formerly Incarcerated Talent Work Release Programs + High-Demand Occupations
May 20, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Resources for employers in Northwest Georgia's Advanced Manufacturing & Transportation/Logistics sectors
A Discussion with:
-Stephanie Scearce, GNTC
-Paola Coronel, Jefferson Southern Corporation
-Denise Hellriegel, Floyd Work Release Center
-Betty Bailey -Dean, Deputy Warden, Floyd County Prison
Registration is required.
https://tinyurl.com/iworksworkrelease
Hosted by iWORKS and WorkSource Northwest Georgia
#northwestgeorgia #iworks #hdci
Free Webinar!
Hiring Formerly Incarcerated Talent Work Release Programs + High-Demand Occupations
May 20, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Resources for employers in Northwest Georgia's Advanced Manufacturing & Transportation/Logistics sectors
A Discussion with:
-Stephanie Scearce, GNTC
-Paola Coronel, Jefferson Southern Corporation
-Denise Hellriegel, Floyd Work Release Center
-Betty Bailey -Dean, Deputy Warden, Floyd County Prison
Registration is required.
https://tinyurl.com/iworksworkrelease
Hosted by iWORKS and WorkSource Northwest Georgia
#northwestgeorgia #iworks #hdci
APPLY ONLINE for the Temporary Work Experience Program (COVID/Disaster Grant)
WorkSource Northwest Georgia currently has funding for temporary work experiences for eligible residents of Northwest Georgia.
The program is designed for workers who have lost their jobs as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Additionally, other individuals who have been laid off due to lack of work, due to a company/business closure, or have been unemployed for 27 or more consecutive weeks and have been actively pursuing employment are encouraged to apply. This program can pay these individuals in these work experiences $12.50 per hour, 40 hours a week, for 16 weeks.
Eligibility requirements are as follows:
-18 years of age or older
-Legal U.S. Citizen
-In compliance with the Selective Service Act
Additionally, one of the following criteria must apply:
Workers temporarily or permanently laid off as a result of COVID-19; Workers laid off due to a plant or business closure related to COVID-19 (or lack of work); Long-term unemployed individuals (27 weeks or longer); or Self-employed individuals now unemployed or underemployed.
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act provides eligible individuals with training components to assist entry into the workforce through retraining and education. For more information and to complete an online application, please visit the website.
www.careerdepot.org.
WorkSource Northwest Georgia currently has funding for temporary work experiences for eligible residents of Northwest Georgia.
The program is designed for workers who have lost their jobs as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Additionally, other individuals who have been laid off due to lack of work, due to a company/business closure, or have been unemployed for 27 or more consecutive weeks and have been actively pursuing employment are encouraged to apply. This program can pay these individuals in these work experiences $12.50 per hour, 40 hours a week, for 16 weeks.
Eligibility requirements are as follows:
-18 years of age or older
-Legal U.S. Citizen
-In compliance with the Selective Service Act
Additionally, one of the following criteria must apply:
Workers temporarily or permanently laid off as a result of COVID-19; Workers laid off due to a plant or business closure related to COVID-19 (or lack of work); Long-term unemployed individuals (27 weeks or longer); or Self-employed individuals now unemployed or underemployed.
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act provides eligible individuals with training components to assist entry into the workforce through retraining and education. For more information and to complete an online application, please visit the website.
www.careerdepot.org.
Northwest Georgia Regional Commission Reopening
Northwest Georgia Regional Commission reopened to the public on May 18, 2020 (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Northwest Georgia Regional Commission reopened to the public on May 18, 2020 (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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2020 WIOA Plan
The Region 1-WorkSource Northwest Georgia Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Local Plan Update June 2020 is available for public comment until May 24, 2020. Comments should be sent to [email protected].
The Region 1-WorkSource Northwest Georgia Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Local Plan Update June 2020 is available for public comment until May 24, 2020. Comments should be sent to [email protected].
Apply online for WIOA Services!
Access applications, required forms, and instructions on the WIOA Applicant Portal.
Access applications, required forms, and instructions on the WIOA Applicant Portal.
COVID-19 Update:
The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission is closed to the public. For inquiries regarding WIOA services, please use the "Contact" tab above.
The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission is closed to the public. For inquiries regarding WIOA services, please use the "Contact" tab above.
March 16, 2020 - ALL MEETINGS FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH HAVE BEEN POSTPONED AS A RESULT OF COVID-19.
December 16, 2019 - Correction to the Request for Proposal for One-Stop Operator
Corrections have been made to the Request for Proposal. An updated copy of the proposal can be found on the Request for Proposals page.
Corrections have been made to the Request for Proposal. An updated copy of the proposal can be found on the Request for Proposals page.
December 11, 2019 - Bidders Conference for the Request for Proposal for One-Stop Operator
The list of Questions and Answers can be found on the Request for Proposals page.
The list of Questions and Answers can be found on the Request for Proposals page.
December 9, 2019- Request to be Eligible Training Provider and Request to be Placed on Mailing List for Proposals
The Workforce Development Board (WDB) of Northwest Georgia is accepting applications for Training Provider Agreements under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) for training services to eligible adults, older youth age 18-24, and dislocated workers for the WIOA Region which includes the counties of Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield. This package can be viewed here.
The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, designated by the Northwest Georgia Workforce Board for procurement responsibilities for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and is in the process of updating its Bidder’s List for procurement of job training services and procurement services. If you are interested in being placed on the Bidder’s List(s), please write requesting a Bidder’s Checklist to indicate which category(ies) you would be interested in receiving Request for Proposals (RFP). The Checklist(s) are available here.
November 21, 2019-Request for Proposal for One-Stop Services
The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) is issuing a "Request for Proposal" (RFP) to procure One-Stop Operator(s) for the following Northwest Georgia counties: Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Pickens, Paulding, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield. A detailed description of requirements is included in the RFP. The NWGRC has been selected as the Fiscal Agent and Grant Sub-recipient for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds. Funding is contingent upon availability of funds under Title l of the WIOA or other federal funding sources; however, it is estimated that approximately $125,000 - $225,000 will be available. All proposals are due at 4:30 p.m. on January 17, 2020. For more information, visit the Request for Proposals page.
The Workforce Development Board (WDB) of Northwest Georgia is accepting applications for Training Provider Agreements under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) for training services to eligible adults, older youth age 18-24, and dislocated workers for the WIOA Region which includes the counties of Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield. This package can be viewed here.
The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission, designated by the Northwest Georgia Workforce Board for procurement responsibilities for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and is in the process of updating its Bidder’s List for procurement of job training services and procurement services. If you are interested in being placed on the Bidder’s List(s), please write requesting a Bidder’s Checklist to indicate which category(ies) you would be interested in receiving Request for Proposals (RFP). The Checklist(s) are available here.
November 21, 2019-Request for Proposal for One-Stop Services
The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) is issuing a "Request for Proposal" (RFP) to procure One-Stop Operator(s) for the following Northwest Georgia counties: Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Fannin, Floyd, Gilmer, Gordon, Haralson, Murray, Pickens, Paulding, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield. A detailed description of requirements is included in the RFP. The NWGRC has been selected as the Fiscal Agent and Grant Sub-recipient for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds. Funding is contingent upon availability of funds under Title l of the WIOA or other federal funding sources; however, it is estimated that approximately $125,000 - $225,000 will be available. All proposals are due at 4:30 p.m. on January 17, 2020. For more information, visit the Request for Proposals page.