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WorkForce West Virginia

WorkForce West Virginia is a state government agency funded through the U.S. Department of Labor that oversees the state unemployment insurance program as well as a network of workforce development services designed to provide West Virginia's citizens and employers the opportunity to compete in today’s competitive global economy.

WorkForce West Virginia is a one-stop center for work force resources, including job opportunities, unemployment compensation, training, tax incentives and labor market information. All of our services are available at 13 comprehensive career centers throughout the state. In addition, WorkForce West Virginia has the largest online database of job seekers and job openings in the state.

By making available the appropriate educational and training opportunities, West Virginia can provide its citizens with the work skills needed by businesses currently in the state or planning a West Virginia location.

U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeships

Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a portable, nationally-recognized credential.

Benefits
  • Paid Job
    Earn as you learn with guaranteed wage increase as you develop new skills
  • Credentials
    Receive an industry-recognized and nationally portable credential
  • Jumpstart Your Career
    Ease the transition from school to career by working and learning at the same time
  • Education
    Gain workplace-relevant skills in the field of your choice through on-the-job learning
  • Degree Potential
    Potential to earn academic credit towards a college degree for the skills you learn
  • Mentorship
    Connect with mentors in your chosen industry who can help you advance your career

Veterans Services

In accordance with Title 38, US Code and State legislation, qualified veterans are entitled to receive a priority in all employment and training programs and services. The Employment Service, a partner in the WorkForce West Virginia One-Stop Career Centers, is the delivery agent for U.S. Department of Labor-funded employment and training programs. Services are provided to all veterans through a network of Job Service offices in West Virginia.

Employer Tax Credit

The Military Incentive Program (MIP) Act of 1991 created an employer tax incentive program designed to promote the employment of West Virginia veterans, reservists and National Guard members.  Korean conflict and Vietnam era veterans who are economically disadvantaged, and all other disabled veterans are covered by this program.  Also, included in the act are unemployed members of the National Guard and Reserves.

Through the creation of this program, West Virginia recognizes that the sacrifices made by the state’s veterans merit their preferential treatment in public and private sectors.  By providing tax credits to private-sector employers who employ these veterans, West Virginia publicly recognizes their service to the nation and promotes a preference for hiring in the private sector.

Tax credits are based on a percentage of the first $5,000 in wages paid to the individual after one continuous year of employment.  Employers may claim a 30 percent tax credit for hiring economically, disadvantaged Korean conflict and Vietnam era veterans, 25 percent for unemployed members of the Guard and Reserves, or may claim a credit ranging from 10 to 100 percent for disabled veterans.  The actual percentage is equal to the percent of service-connected disability compensable by the US Department of Veterans Affairs.

Please call 1-800-252-JOBS for additional information about MIP.

To find an American Job Center near you, visit careeronestop.org.
To search current DOL apprenticeship opportunities, visit apprenticeship.gov.