In the Norwalk area, there is tremendous support for Workforce Development and assistance is provided through a variety of partners and programs. We are also open to the opportunity to create and develop new opportunities as needed by the community.

WORKFORCE SUPPORT
Job Screening Services, Hiring Assistance, Employee Training and Resources for Workers
Our local Huron County Workforce Response Team partners and Huron County Job and Family Services work with businesses to assist them with customized employee training, job screening services, and hiring assistance.

Training Workers to Advance Grant 2 (TWA-2)
Huron County is fortunate to be one of a few counties that have access to a unique program that pays for approximately 75% of the approved training costs. This program initially goes through a local approval process. This program targets incumbent and dislocated workers being trained in any of the four areas: Manufacturing, Health Care, Technology and Advanced Energy.

The Ohio Department of Development
ODOD also has dollars to support training programs at companies. Most of their opportunities provide from 75 to 50 percent reimbursement to companies to fund instructional costs, materials and training-related activities. There is an emphasis on manufacturing and selected employment sectors.

Huron County Job and Family Services
Through our local Workforce Development Coordinator’s office at Huron County Job and Family Services, businesses can have access to funding for customized employee training as well. Training dollars are available for Incumbent and Dislocated Workers, while they last.

For more information about state, federal and local programs that support the development of your workforce through training grants or job placement, contact our office at 419-668-9858.