Workforce Development

Job1 Business and Career Solutions

The goal of JOB1 Business and Career Solutions is to provide employers with a skilled workforce and to link job seekers to employment that leads to self-sufficiency.  JOB1 provides employment and training services federally funded through the Workforce Investment Act (WIA).  

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LED FastStart®

Recognized for its innovation, effectiveness, flexibility and efficiency, LED FastStart® is the nation's best state workforce training program, according to Business Facilities magazine. 

FastStart provides customized employee recruitment, screening, training development and training delivery for eligible, new or expanding companies — all at no cost. Based on a company's immediate and long-term workforce needs, the FastStart team crafts unique programs that ensure high-quality, flexible workers are prepared on day one and beyond.

Louisiana Workforce Commission

With programs such as Hire and Louisiana Star Jobs, the Louisiana Workforce Commission seeks to put the people of Louisiana to work. 

Quality Jobs

The Quality Jobs Program provides a refundable tax credit as an incentive to encourage businesses to locate in Louisiana, to create quality jobs, and to promote economic development.