Employer Services
The following services are available to you at no charge and many services can be customized to meet your specific needs:
EMPLOYER SERVICES
- Reduce Training Cost for New Hires (OJT)
- Employee Skills Upgrade
- Office Space for Interviewing
- Specialized Assessment/Testing
- Facilitate Job Applications
- Advertise Employer Job Openings
- OhioMeansJobs Training
- Rapid Response Activities
- Incumbent Worker Programs
3 Key programs
TechCred
The Ohio TechCred application window is now open.
TechCred helps Ohioans learn new skills and helps employers build a stronger workforce with the skills needed in a technology-infused economy. Many of these trainings can be completed online! These technology-focused credentials take a year or less to complete and prepare current and future employees for the technology jobs Ohio employers need.
Open enrollment opened
Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
Visit: TechCred.ohio.gov
2024 Open Application Periods:
- May 1 – 31, 2024
- July 1 – 31, 2024
- September 2 – 30, 2024
- November 1 – 29, 2024
Work Opportunity
Tax Credit
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit available to employers who invest in American job seekers who have consistently faced barriers to employment. Employers may meet their business needs and claim a tax credit if they hire an individual who is in a WOTC targeted group.
The question has been asked how can we better assist employers who apply for Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) and have a certification not yet approved.
- The employer gets an email on correction process or request for supporting paperwork request.
- Once the determination has been made, the employer has 1 year to file an appeal.
- They can always reach out to the WOTC office via email wotc_contact@jfs.ohio.gov or call (855) 459-3773
*Area 8 had 162 certifications approved during 1st Quarter 2024. Review employer submission until final approval (website).
Federal Bonding Program
The Federal Bonding Program gives employers peace of mind and individuals with difficult backgrounds second chances. Employers can get $5,000 worth of FREE fidelity bond coverage for each at-risk, hard-to-place job seeker they hire.
- The bonds cover the first six months of employment.
- They protect against losses caused by fraudulent or dishonest acts of bonded employees.
- There is no cost for the employer or the job applicant.
Please see PDF below for additional details or
Call: 1-855-459-3773
Visit: bonds4jobs.com
Email: bonds4jobs@jfs.ohio.gov