Workforce partners share Job Quality survey far and wide

Darcy Hoffman (above) of Workforce Southwest shares a simple message: Please take our new Job Quality survey! Hoffman serves as co-chair of the Workforce Board’s Job Quality Work Group, one of several focused on executing Talent and Prosperity for All, the state’s strategic workforce plan for 2024-28. The survey asks Washington workers and employers what matters most in determining job quality, from pay and working conditions to schedules and job security. Employers are encouraged to share it with their workforce. A Spanish language version is available here.

Check out Workforce Board legislative presentations

The legislative session is underway and so are we. Be sure to check out presentations from Workforce Board staff as part of our Workforce Watch blog. More coming to a screen near you!

Financial aid applications now open; Apply today 

The federal financial aid form, FAFSA, along with the WASFA, available to undocumented Washington residents, is now open to applicants. Encourage students to apply to maximize financial aid. Many types of aid are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. These forms must be filled out to access Washington’s generous WA College Grant, which provides financial assistance for eligible students attending college in Washington. Note: A family of four making up to $131,000 a year may be eligible for grant aid. Learn more about FAFSA and WASFA at the Washington Student Achievement Council’s Apply page.

SAVE THE DATE: February 18 Workforce Board meeting

February will be here before we know it. Make sure to carve out time for the next Workforce Board meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18. This meeting will be remote—so no matter where you are, you’re welcome to join us. Meeting details coming soon!

Research on clean energy jobs featured

The Workforce Board’s Clean Energy Technology Workforce Advisory Committee meets virtually 10-11:30, Thursday. Employer surveys, a transition-to-retirement feasibility study, and other research topics are featured at this week’s meeting (Jan. 23). See the agenda and find the zoom link at CETWAC | Washington Workforce Training & Education Coordinating Board.

• Dec. 11, 2023: New report highlights major challenges for long-term care in Washington 
• Dec. 7, 2023: Workforce Board to Host Two Final, Virtual Meetings on State Workforce Plan
• Oct. 25, 2023: New survey seeks employer, worker, community inut on Washington workforce system
• Sept. 22, 2023: Workforce Board seeks public input on state workforce plan, Talent and Prosperity for All
• June 8, 2023: Workforce Board awards $1.1 million in scholarships
• March 30, 2023: Workforce Board highlights $1.3 billion public investment in workforce training and education 
• Feb. 22, 2023: Scholarship for career and technical education students now open