Resources to help your business grow and thrive!
Financial Resources
Talent Development Program (TDP)-formerly called the incumbent worker training
Are you looking for training to upskill your current employees? The CMJTS Talent Development Program training grant may be the right fit for you. TDP is a business-driven program designed to provide direct financial assistance to train current employees to avert a layoff and/or improve the economic competitiveness of regional businesses. The program is intended to offset a portion, via reimbursement, of the businesses’ costs to train and upgrade the skills of its workforce through a grant of up to $25,000.
On-the-Job Training (OJT)
Businesses can receive a 50% wage reimbursement for up to six months when hiring an eligible individual. OJT benefits business and new employees by offsetting the cost of training a new hire and the new hire learns skills while on the job.
Resources
- Events page
Employer of the day events, hiring events, large scale job fairs, and other opportunities to engage and/or partner will be listed on the events page. To participate in an upcoming event, contact us today. - Employer Recruiting Checklist (PDF)
A helpful tool to review if you are doing the most in your recruiting efforts. - Employer Action Guide (PDF)
A tool designed to help employers with recruitment, hiring, and employee retention. - Work-Based Learning Strategy Guide (PDF)
This guide offers tools and strategies for effectively working with youth.
- CareerForce
Post your open positions now on the State of Minnesota job site. - Connect with local schools
The K12 Navigator is a free tool for entering your company’s information and outlining how you can connect with schools. It is available to both employers and school staff. - Youth Apprenticeship Toolkit (PDF)
A guide to understanding and tips for creating a youth apprenticeship program. - Paid Leave
Our staff is available to help you navigate the program and provide you with resources. - MN RETAIN Toolkit (PDF)
A toolkit for employers to provide strategies to help workers stay or return to work after an injury.
Human Resource Networking Groups
These groups meet monthly to share best practices, brainstorm solutions to common problems, and provide an opportunity to collaborate and network with other HR professionals. For more information about the HR group in your area, contact:
- East Central Region: Email Rebecca Perrotti
- Monticello: Email Tim Zipoy
