Workforce Training and Community Development

Successful People, Strong Communities

We work with individuals, businesses, and organizations to strengthen our communities and grow a skilled local workforce. We help people develop new skills, find good jobs, and provide stability for themselves and their families.

Pathways to Education and Employment for Reentry (PEER)

The Pathways to Education and Employment for Reentry (PEER) program helps people with criminal records in the First Judicial District by offering education and job services.

Learn about the PEER program

Pathways to Academic Careers and Employment (PACE)

Pathways to Academic Careers and Employment (PACE) provides customized support services to enable eligible students to acquire effective academic and employment training to secure gainful, quality, in-state employment.

Learn about the PACE program

SNAP Employment and Training

This program offers SNAP recipients the opportunity to enhance their job-seeking skills, receive classroom training, and engage in structured employment searches—all at no cost.

Get Job Training & Support

Ticket to Work Program

This free, voluntary program helps individuals ages 18 to 64 who receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) pursue their employment goals.

Explore the Ticket to Work Program

Introduction to Construction Trades

Explore careers in construction like carpentry, electrical work, masonry, plumbing, and HVAC. You’ll get hands-on experience working on real homes while learning important skills like safety practices, using hand and power tools, reading construction drawings, and construction math.

Explore Construction Careers

Local College Access Network

Local College Access Networks (LCANs) work to help more students, especially minority and first-generation students, continue their education after high school by creating a college-going culture.

Learn about local strategies