Post Job Openings. Find Qualified Candidates. Invest In Your Workforce.
The majority of the Workforce Talent Development Board (WTDB) is primarily composed of Oregon business leaders representing key industries such as healthcare, advanced manufacturing, information technology, energy, sports and apparel, forest products, food and beverage, and more. The WTDB brings these leaders together, alongside public sector partners, through working groups, convenings, and events to shape strategy, influence policy, and add value to Oregon's workforce system. Together, they help ensure the state's talent pipeline meets the evolving needs of employers. Below are some of the key resources the Board helps guide and support.
Fill Open Positions and Grow Employee Skillsets
Post your job openings, search for qualified candidates, and get support with job postings and candidate matching. You can access guidance on effective recruitment strategies and learn how to retain and develop your workforce through training and upskilling opportunities.
Post Open Jobs
Use the iMatchSkills online system to post job openings, set specific criteria for candidate selection, and choose how candidates can apply and how many applications you want to receive. Once posted, your listings will be visible to job seekers across Oregon.
WorkSource Oregon account representatives and partners can also help screen applicants based on your criteria, matching qualified candidates to your open positions and helping you find the right fit faster.
Post an Open Job Search for Candidates
The iMatchSkills online system is also a powerful tool for finding job seekers who meet your hiring needs. You can run candidate searches on your own or partner with WorkSource Oregon staff for personalized assistance with matching qualified applicants to your open positions.
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Train to Retain Employees
Training is one of the most important, and often most costly, investments an employer can make. WorkSource Oregon can help you build skille workforce and strengthen your current team through apprenticeships, internships, and customized training programs. These options can reduce costs while increasing employee retention and productivity.
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Understand Hiring Incentives
Make the most of your workforce investments with publicly funded programs that offer tax credits, free bonding, and other hiring incentives. These resources can help reduce costs and support your efforts to build a strong, reliable team.
Learn About Incentives Broaden Recruitment Strategies
Customize your recruitment approach with support from WorkSource Oregon. You can host job fairs and hiring events, get help writing effective job descriptions, promote your openings, and manage applicant outreach. Staff can also assist with screening and initial interviews, so you're only referred top candidates who meet your criteria.
Learn About Recruitment "We hire one to three people a week. [WorkSource Oregon sends] me potential candidates. They care about the people they are working with. They want to find the right job."
- Lacey W., Oregon Employer
Research Oregon's Job Market
Explore careers, wages, workforce trends, and training opportunities at
QualityInfo.org, WorkSource Oregon's official labor market and career information site. Whether you're planning your next hire or exploring industry trends, this resource offers the data you need to make informed decisions.
Visit QualityInfo.org Create an Apprenticeship Program
Learn how apprenticeship programs can strengthen your workforce, meet training standards and regulations, and get guidance on starting a program at your business to build employee skills and quality.
Learn What an Apprenticeship Is
Discover the benefits of Registered Apprenticeships in Oregon, including the opportunities they offer for hands-on learning and career growth. Find answers to common questions and connect with representatives who can help you explore the right path.
Learn About Apprenticeships Start an Apprenticeship Program
Learn how to launch a proven earn while you learn model at your business. Understand Oregon's requirements and discover how an apprenticeship program can help you build a more skilled and qualified workforce.
Start an Apprenticeship Program Download Helpful Resources
Access guides, toolkits, and FAQs to help you plan, launch, manage, and grow your apprenticeship program in Oregon.
Search the Resources Library Licensing Requirements
Some occupations in Oregon require a license to demonstrate specific knowledge, skills, and abilities. Learn about licensing requirements for these roles, including how they may relate to apprenticeship programs. Labor unions and various state agencies also play a key role in licensing and can be valuable resources for guidance and support.
State License Requirements (SOS) Oregon License Search (All Licenses) Building Trades - Individual Licenses Building Trades - Contractor Licenses
Recruit and Hire Veterans
The Oregon Employment Department's Local Veterans' Employer Representatives (LVERs) help businesses connect with job-seeking veterans. These dedicated staff members translate military experience int civilian job qualifications, connect employers with veteran hiring incentives and programs, arrange onsite visits to understand workforce needs, and offer ongoing support for veteran recruitment and retention.
Priority of Service
Veterans and eligible spouses may qualify for Priority of Service, which gives them preference for job referrals, training, and other employment services when equally qualified with non-veteran applicants. Learn which programs offer Priority of Service and how your business can support those who have served.
Learn About Priority of Service HIRE Vets Medallion Program
Employers who meet criteria outlined in the HIRE Vets Act may be eligible to receive a HIRE Vets Medallion Award. This national recognition highlights your commitment to veteran hiring and allows you to promote your business as veteran-friendly in recruitment and marketing efforts.
Learn How to Apply Layoff Guidance and Dislocation Resources
If your business is facing a layoff, closure, or restructuring, there are resources available to support both you and your employees. Learn about strategies to avoid layoffs, access rapid response services, and connect with Oregon's dislocated worker team or your local Workforce Development Board for personalized guidance.
Unemployment Insurance
Unemployment benefits provide temporary income to employees who lose their jobs through no fault of their own. These benefits help cover basic expenses while individuals search for new work. Most workers will rely on unemployment insurance at some point in their careers and the program is funded by employer-paid taxes.
Learn About Unemployment Insurance Layoffs and Dislocated Workers
If you're considering a layoff, business relocation, or closure, Oregon offers support through layoff aversion strategies, rapid response services, and other resources. These services are designed to help you manage transitions while minimizing impact on your workforce.
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