Equal Opportunity Employer / Program / Service. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TDD/TTY Inquiries call (800) 735-2922.
Useful Resources
Employment Assistance
Employers have convenient, confidential access to no-fee employment assistance through multiple resources. Account executives provide management and technical assistance, including cusomized services and programs.
For more information call (800) 500-7705
Job & Career Centers The Job & Career Centers, located throughout Ventura County, provide easy access for to employee recruitment, workforce development, and business consulting information and services. For more information visit:www.venturacountyjcc.org
Online resources The Virtual One Stop (VOS) is Ventura County's comprehensive employment services web site, providing online services for employers and job seekers. Resources are available to help employers recruit and screen candidates, learn about training options, and find information on regualtions, labor law, competitive salaries and much more. Fore more information visit:www.venturacountyjcc.org.
Labor Information
Equal Employment Opportunity information - www.eeoc.gov
Economic Development Collaborative - Ventura County (EDC-VC) A regional public/private economic development organization, the EDC-VC delivers programs and services that promote jobs and economic growth, and raise overall productivity and incomes. www.edc-vc.com, 805-384-1800
SCORE of Ventura County SCORE's experienced counselors provide free and confidential business counseling on a wide range of subjects including initial business planning, capital sources, operating statements, governmental agencies, and much more. www.scoreventura.org, 805-204-6022
Small Business Development Center (SBDC) The SBDC, hosted by Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) in Ventura County, serves both Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties with professional consultants and trainers available in convenient outreach centers across the region. http://www.edcsbdc.org, 805-648-8925
Ventura County Economic Development Association (VCEDA) VCEDA advocates for policies, legislation and programs that stimulate business and a vital economy as the foundation for a vibrant quality of life in Ventura County. www.vceda.org, 805-388-3457
Ventura County Economic Development Business Resource Center (VCEDBRC) The website provides the latest news and links to help new business owners succeed and thrive in the first crucial years. (coming soon)
Women’s Economic Ventures (WEV) WEV offers programs to help women and men succeed at every stage of the business startup lifecycle. Services include self-employment training, business consulting, and networking opportunities to help launch, grow, and sustain a business. http://www.wevonline.org, 805-667-8004
Workforce Investment Board of Ventura County The Workforce Investment Board (WIB) administers the distribution of federal Workforce Investment Act funds that are allocated through the State of California to Ventura County. The funds support programs for job seekers, youth, and employers. www.wib.ventura.org
State
CalGold CalGOLD offers direct Internet links and contact information for state, local, regional, and federal permitting authorities. www.calgold.ca.gov
California Chamber of Commerce The California Chamber of Commerce is an advocate and resource for California employers, working to enhance the California economy and make the state a better place to live, work and do business. www.calchamber.com
Go ED (Governor’s Office of Economic Development) Whether starting a business, relocating, looking to expand, or wondering about a particular policy or procedure, Go ED’s business consultants and website have a multitude of resources to smooth the journey. www.business.ca.gov
If requested, the agenda will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 USC Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Information regarding how, to whom and when a request for disability related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services may be made by a person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in the public meeting. To request information, please contact the Ventura County Workforce Investment Board staff at (805) 477-5306.
