CREATING OPPORTUNITY THROUGH INNOVATION
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The Middlesex County Workforce Development Board provides oversight of the local workforce area as prescribed by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014. Our mission is to create a "World Class Workforce" by enhancing the skills of job seekers while meeting the hiring and training needs of local businesses.
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The Middlesex Office of Career Opportunity has suspended programs and services due to COVID-19. This suspension will remain in effect until further notice. Call 732-745-3955 for additional information or questions. Both of our offices remain closed.
Please note that anyone with inquiries about filing for NJ Unemployment Benefits must go to the NJ Department of Labor Website www.nj.gov/labor/ for details on how to file.
Please note that anyone with inquiries about filing for NJ Unemployment Benefits must go to the NJ Department of Labor Website www.nj.gov/labor/ for details on how to file.
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Our two Comprehensive Career One-Stop Centers provide a wide range of resources to jobs seekers. Whether you are unemployed or looking for a new career path, our staff provides you with the tools you need for success. We also off FREE on-line professional development courses that will enhance your skills, while preparing for your next career opportunity.
Business SolutionsOur Business Solutions Team is available to assist your business with meeting its training and hiring needs. Our Business Services Representatives will create a customized plan that will minimize employee turnover by providing candidates who are trained and ready for work. The Workforce Development Board also offers incentives to businesses who hire our customers, including On the Job Training, Federal Bonding, Incumbent Worker Training, and Transitional Jobs. Our Business Services are provided at no cost, so that you can maximize your investment into a "World Class Workforce".
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We are a proud member of Central Jersey Partners (CJP),an alliance of Workforce Development Boards, committed to maximizing the resources we offer to job seekers and businesses. The four county collaboration consisting of Middlesex, Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean counties, is committed to providing an innovative regional approach to serving job seekers and businesses.
Community PartnershipsOur Board has established high quality partnerships with many organizations throughout Middlesex County. They include Middlesex County College, Middlesex County Vocational Schools, New Brunswick Public Schools, Perth Amboy Public Schools, New Jersey State Parole Board, New Jersey Department of Labor Employment Service, Easter Seals, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, United Way, New Jersey Reentry Corporation, Puerto Rican Action Board, Middlesex County Board of Social Services, Juvenile Justice Commission, local Housing Authorities, East Brunswick & New Brunswick Public Libraries, and the Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce.
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"The Middlesex County Workforce Development Board is committed to creating high quality training opportunities for residents, while meeting the needs of local businesses." Kevin J. Kurdziel, Director
All the Tools You Need to Succeed
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The Middlesex County Workforce Development Board oversees WIOA and WFNJ funded training programs for its residents. We operate two Career One Stop Centers, in New Brunswick and Perth Amboy, where customers receive high quality services from our qualified staff. Whether you are looking for labor exchange data, or need to enroll into training, we can assist you. For more information call 732-745-3955
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Our Business Solutions Team is available to assist your company with fulfilling its training and hiring needs. In addition, your business may be eligible to receive certain financial incentives to hire One Stop Career Center Customers. For further information call Barbara Heyward at 732-745-2814 or via email at Barbara.Heyward@dol.nj.gov
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