Livingston Workforce Services helps Livingston County businesses access a skilled workforce, reduce employee turnover, reduce time to hire, and remain competitive in their industry.  WIOA funding is paid through federal taxes so businesses receive services at low or no-cost resulting in a higher return on investment.

Recruiting and Hiring Assistance

POST A JOB OPENING
Submit a job opening to post at no cost on our Online Job Board, Facebook, and Instagram profiles.
PART-TIME INTERN
Connect with a temporary part-time worker to help relieve the workload of current employees.
HIRING EVENTS
Participate in a job fair or request a personal hiring event facilitated by our office to connect one-on-one with local job seekers.
LABOR MARKET INFORMATION
​Request Labor Market Information to assist with your hiring and employee retention strategies.
HIRING TAX CREDITS
Request information on tax credits for hiring federally designated target groups.

Funding for Employee Training

INCUMBENT WORKER TRAINING
​​Receive up to 50% reimbursement match of training costs for current full-time employees.
ON THE JOB TRAINING
​Receive up to 50% reimbursement of new employee wages during on-the-job training.
TRAINING SCHOLARSHIPS
​Refer entry-level employees to our scholarship to upgrade their current skills.

Additional Resources for Employers

LAYOFF ASSISTANCE
Request Rapid Response services for employees impacted by facility downsizing or closure to help prevent low employee morale and reduce unemployment insurance costs. 
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Access posters required for all Illinois Employers to post for employees.​
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS
Review basic ADA information and how to provide reasonable accommodations. 
​Reference: Society of Human Resource Managers ADA Handbook

Business Services Flyer

To request services, email or call:

309-268-8280
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Funding for the WIOA program is provided by the Grundy Livingston Kankakee Workforce Board.  Equal opportunity employer/program.  Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All voice telephone numbers may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment by calling TTY (800) 526-0844 or 711.