7161 Columbia Gateway Drive
Ste. D
Columbia, MD 21046
United States
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Workforce Development Event Request Form
Thank you for your interest in having the Office of Workforce Development participate or speak at your event. To make a request, please complete and submit the following form at least two weeks prior to the event, and allow five business days for decisions to be made.
Work on Wheels| Mobile Resources to Jobseekers
The County’s Office of Workforce Development (OWD) has partnered with the Howard County Library System (HCLS) to launch its Work on Wheels program. This new initiative enhances the Office of Workforce Development's range of services by bringing job seeking resources and services, such as resume reviews, connections to jobs and potential training, to underserved communities throughout the county.
VISIT US!
Location:
Harriet Tubman Center
8405 Harriet Tubman Lane
Columbia, MD 21044
Time:
10AM-12PM
2024 Schedule:
October 23
November 13
December 11
2025 Schedule
January 8, 2025
January 22, 2025
Notice
Services offered by the Howard County Office of Workforce Development are supported by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration as part of awards totaling $2,933,986 with 0% financed from non-governmental sources.
Resources & Programs
Employment Resources
When it's time to shift careers, the Office of Workforce Development offers resources and employment services to help job seekers navigate the process.
Our services are designed to assist those returning to the workforce, people seeking a high school diploma, professionals looking for a career change and workers who have been laid off. Eligible job seekers may qualify for skills training, helping them gain a competitive edge.
Whether you are looking for an entry level position or an advancement in your career, your employment success is the goal. Visit our workforce center to take advantage of the many services offered.
Services are free and include:
- Job search and resume assistance
- Local and national job listings
- On-line job applications
- Career information
- Employment Workshops
- Resource Center with access to computers, copy and fax machines, telephones and printers
- Veterans services
- Youth services
- Career development workshops
Equal Opportunity Program
As an equal opportunity program, discrimination in WIOA Title I financially assisted programs or activities is prohibited by federal law and by Howard County Government. Our programs are made possible in part by grants from the U.S. Department of Labor. Veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service in time and funding. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact Stephanie Hill.