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 Minnesota WorkForce Center - Detroit Lakes
801 Roosevelt Avenue
Roosevelt Building
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501-3703
Phone: 218-846-7379 Fax: 218-846-0773 TTY: 218-846-0772
Toll-free 1-888- 438-5627




What is the Minnesota WorkForce Center - Detroit Lakes

Minnesota WorkForce Center - Detroit Lakes is a state and local partnership comprised of:

WorkForce Center Services are for Everyone

The services listed below can be customized to meet specific needs.

EMPLOYER SERVICES:

  • Job listings, WorkForce Center assisted or direct Internet access.

  • Job screening and computerized skills matching.

  • Recruiting.

  • America's Talent Bank ( WorkForce Centers and Internet access. )

  • Employment related seminars based on local needs.

  • Job Analysis

  • Employer Committees.

  • Labor Market Information.

  • Special Programs, such as on-the-job training ( OJT ) and shared work.

  • Tax Credits for hiring targeted individuals.

  • Account Representatives to assist employers with their workforce needs.

  • Workplace modifications based on job analysis.

  • Assistance with ADA compliance.

JOB SEEKER SERVICES:

  •   Assessment.

  • Vocational evaluation and career guidance.

  • Job placement assistance, including self service and on-the-job training.

  • Training in job-seeking and job-keeping skills.

  • Resume preparation classes and job search workshops.

  • Use of computers and laser printers for resume writing; Microsoft Word and WordPerfect software and tutorials.

  • Listings of local, state and national jobs. ( Available at WorkForce Centers as well as on the Internet.)

  • Resource library with books, videos, directories, tapes, periodicals, and self-help tutorials for learning keyboarding and other widely-used computer applications.

  • Resource Area, Computer Training Room, Resource Materials.

  • Access to labor market information, which is crucial for job seekers making choices on training and employment.

  • Access to modems, faxes and telephones for employer contact.

  • Strong informational linkages with post-secondary educational institutions.

  • Financial aid and other training information.

  • Specialty services for visually and /or hearing impaired.

  • Special employment services/information for military veterans.

Return to Minnesota WorkForce Center - Detroit Lakes                                                         11/26/2002