Workforce Solutions supports job seekers to be competitive in the local job market by offering career development and coaching services. Employers can also access a wide range of services and resources to help them fulfill their talent needs.

2023 was an impactful year of building a more inclusive workforce together. Workforce Solutions, in partnership with the Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County (WIB), implemented new programs and made new investments, while continuing to meet the employment needs of job seekers and the talent needs of employers in meaningful ways toward a more inclusive economy. As a community rich in diversity, leveraging the unique talents, skills and perspectives of our diverse residents is our competitive advantage.

This annual report provides greater insights into these efforts and highlights the significant accomplishments of Workforce Solutions’ staff, members of the WIB and its committees, and the vast network of local community partners who together are building an equitable economy in Ramsey County. A thriving economy takes all of us and we are truly grateful that we do it together!

The Workforce Innovation Board harnesses the power of business, government, economic development, education and community to develop solutions for workforce challenges in Ramsey County.

Workforce Solutions offers free employment services to all members of the public.

Employers are supported through a variety of workforce services that assist in meeting talent needs.

Employment counselors support individuals and families who receive food and cash assistance as they work to achieve their career goals.

It takes many workforce partners to serve Ramsey County residents and businesses.

The charts included below show all participants served by employment services programs. Not all participants served are in activities that lead to training or employment during a given calendar year.

An additional 3,554 residents were served through Workforce Solutions’ Career Services, with 1367 residents served in person at Career Labs and 2,187 served via phone or online.