Since the Bartlesville Workforce Center was formed in 1996 it has been evident that the partnership has worked well. This can be seen through the success of the clients and the increased productivity of the partner institutions.
Below are brief statements from those involved in the Bartlesville Workforce Center discussing how partnering with an educational institution has benefited both the partners and the community.
"We can now conduct
the entire process of gaining employment for our clients at one
location which is convenient for both the job seeker and the employer.”
“The sharing of data is a great feedback tool allowing us to track the success rate as they enter the workforce. This helps us to better meet the needs of employers.”
“When clients come to our on-campus offices, they feel more comfortable in making plans to improve their employability skills through training.”
“Being housed within an educational facility allows us to combine our resources and data, providing an atmosphere in which the partners work together as a team.”
"I used to have to drive all over town to take care things. Now, I'm able to go to one location and receive the help I need. The Workforce Center is absolutely great.”
“We utilize the Workforce Center and educational institution as an extension of our human resources department for assessment, hiring, and pre and post employment training.”
To find out what the state and regional directors of the Employment Security Commission have to say about the Workforce Center concept, click here.