IowaWORKS Centers located throughout the state provide services for individuals and businesses such as career exploration, labor market information, job fairs and more.
Iowa Career Access Point (ICAP) offers a portal into Iowa Workforce Development’s computer based job search and assistance system through local organizations. A trained volunteer assists clients in accessing the system and with their job search. The goal of these access points is to reach clients who may not know about existing employment services...
Iowa Division of Labor is responsible for enforcement of laws and regulations pertaining to OSHA (Enforcement/Compliance) and OSHA (Consultation and Education), inspection of elevators and escalators, amusement rides, inflatables, wind turbines (towers) and boiler/pressure vessels. The Division of Labor also handles issues dealing with child labor,...
Promise Jobs provides FIP recipients with experience that will enhance their work skills and increase their employment potential, while providing a service that will benefit the community. They will, to the maximum extent possible, learn and perform all assignments associated with a position. Participants do not receive wages for work performed, bu...
Provides services such as job placement assistance, unemployment insurance, unemployment tax liability services, services for veterans, labor market information, dislocated worker programs (Re-employment Services), proficiency testing and career guidance
Basic computer skills, including getting on the internet, searching for jobs, opening an e-mail account and using Word to create a resume.
Iowa Workforce Development Center is a one-stop location for labor exchange and self-sufficiency assistance. Participants can obtain services at one location, including job placement assistance, access to other partner organizations, and resource information for finding a job.Employment services offered include job search assistance, resume critiqu...
Facilitates access to employment and services for Iowa job seekers with disabilities. Navigators enhance service offered by agencies supporting the local disability workforce, by supporting job seekers with information and connection with service programs providing career enhancement.
Iowa Workforce Development Center services include a computer program utilizing Rosetta Stone for learning English and Spanish.
One stop location for labor exchange and self sufficiency assistance; services include career awareness presentations to youth and adults, job placement, job insurance claims, veterans placement (assists veterans in placement and career counseling), labor market information, statistics and condition of employment demographics, professional testing ...
Offers a resource center for self-help job seekers. Can also provide inter- and intra-state employment placement information, referrals to training, labor market information, job search assistance, resume assistance, and veteran employment services. Proficiency testing and testing for state employment is available.
Investigates and processes claims relating to unpaid wages, vacation pay, unpaid expenses, unauthorized deductions, minimum wage, and related matters. If a case cannot be settled or mediated, the Iowa Division of Labor may file a suit against the employer.
Provides services such as job placement assistance, unemployment insurance, unemployment tax liability services, services for veterans, labor market information, dislocated worker programs (Re-employment Services), proficiency testing and career guidance.
Unemployment Compensation Insurance programs assist with questions regarding and applications for unemployment compensation, and provide resources for those seeking employment and retraining information.
Iowa Workforce Development offers youth employment programs through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Provides year round placement service for youth 14-21; access to youth program providers, workshops, resume assistance and job fairs. Completion of work permits. Visit www.workiniowa-youth.jobs to see job opportunities available.
Veterans Employment and Training Services for the state of Iowa exists to assure that veterans succeed in the 21st Century Workforce. This is accomplished through three goals: maximizing veterans employment, earning, retention, and competitiveness; assuring that service members transition to quality civilian employment; and protecting the employme...
Standard msg and data rates may apply when texting. Text STOP to opt-out. HELP for help.