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Workforce Workforce Development Development

Board MembersBoard Members

Private, non-profit organization

Volunteer Board of Directors

One of 24 Florida Workforce Boards

Board authority established through legislation

Who We Are

Serve as point of contact on workforce issues

Provide forum to consider workforce needs

Develop and promote strategic initiatives

Advise elected officials on workforce policy

Coordinate with economic development effort

Coordinate with education efforts

What We Do

Strategic Direction

MissionMissionFacilitate and be the Facilitate and be the

catalyst for catalyst for workforce development workforce development

services that are responsive services that are responsive to theto the

Employment needs of Employment needs of Brevard.Brevard.

MissionMissionFacilitate and be the Facilitate and be the

catalyst for catalyst for workforce development workforce development

services that are responsive services that are responsive to theto the

Employment needs of Employment needs of Brevard.Brevard.

VisionVisionA highly A highly

competitive competitive workforce for workforce for

Brevard.Brevard.

Convene the community around workforce issues

Strengthen key industries

Oversee performance of the system

Set strategic direction and policy for operational design of the system

Ensure financial stability

Major Functions and Major Functions and Activities of BWDBActivities of BWDB

Legally responsible for making sure funds are spent in responsible manner

Ensure the organization is well managed

Create the organization’s identity

Communicate and promote the organization’s mission and goals to their communities

Responsibilities of Responsibilities of Board MembersBoard Members

General:General:

What are barriers faced by workers and job seekers to obtaining employment/adequate income?

What are hiring requirements of employers?

What are effective strategies for bridging skills gaps?

What are the industries most important to Brevard?

Responsibilities of Responsibilities of Board MembersBoard Members

Specific – Provide Knowledge & Insight:Specific – Provide Knowledge & Insight:

Be an active participant in Board proceedings

Be a member of at least one committee

Participate in an open, honest, respectful, and non-serving manner in all deliberations

Be an agent of change within own organization, system and community toward achieving the goals of the Board.

Responsibilities of Responsibilities of Board MembersBoard Members

Expectations of Board Members:Expectations of Board Members:

Leadership

Scope of Board Activities

Board Meetings

Executive Committee Meetings

Committee Activities

Executive Director Relations

Events

Development

Board Succession

Knowledge and Training

Responsibilities of theResponsibilities of theChairmanChairman

Maintain relationships with other agencies

Facilitate Work of BWDB & Committees

Work for Entire Board, and Closely with Board Chair

Lead BWDB within Confines of its Mission

Be “Chief of Staff” for BWDB

Present Annual Budget for Modification/Approval

Provide Fiscal Information for Financial Oversight

Report on work of contractors/service providers

Train staff & assist in training Board Members

Be responsible for media/public relations

Responsibilities of Responsibilities of BWDB BWDB

President/Executive President/Executive DirectorDirector

Each committee has a specific job

Formed by the Board and makes recommendations to the Board

Board and non-board members participate to bring valuable expertise to the work of the committee

The Executive Committee is each Committee Chair, Officers and immediate Past Chair

Responsibilities of Responsibilities of Board CommitteesBoard Committees

Leadership

Scope of Committee Activities

Board Meetings

Other

Responsibilities of theResponsibilities of theCommittee ChairsCommittee Chairs

Most important Board decisions:

Selection of Executive Director

Selection of Board Chair

Defines relationship between the whole Board and whole staff and the quality of the organization

Board’s task is governance. Executive Director’s job is management

Board should not try to micromanage operations.

Board members need training to do what they do, so do Executive Director and staff

Board/Executive Board/Executive Director RelationshipsDirector Relationships

Study the economy

Share your own experiences

Participate in education sessions

Understand the One-Stop Career Center concept

Be aware of performance numbers

Promote staff and board training

Be an ambassador for the Board

Practice patience and promote success

Remember the taxpayer

Tips For New Tips For New Board MembersBoard Members

Questions?

The Evolution

BWDB Board Member Orientation

Part 2

• Introduce WIA

• Describe WIB membership and funding

• Identify the characteristics of an effective WIB

Section 1 Objectives

Workforce Investment Act (WIA)

• Enabling legislation enacted in 1998

• Defines WIB structure, membership, services, funding and performance.

• 591 state and local WIBs

• Legislation designed to provide workforce solutions that are locally determined

WIB Membership

• 50% of WIB members must be private sector

• Chair must be a private sector member

• Required public partners are education (K-16), vocational rehabilitation, labor, economic development

Flow of Funds and Authority

• Flow from US Department of Labor (DOL) to WIBs via states

• Some funds are formula driven (WIA)• Some funds are subject to elected officials desires (TANF)• Authority for funds and resource allocations varies among

WIBs.• WIBs can use 10% for administration and the balance is

available for One Stop infrastructure, basic skills and occupational training, remediation, and business services.

WIBs as Resource Developers

WIBs have been increasingly successfully generating funds via:

• State and local general funds

• Fundraising targeted to business foundations

• Federal grants

• Enhanced business services for a fee

Beyond WIA An Effective Workforce Board

Researches the local economy Takes a data driven strategic focus Accepts responsibility for high quality services Convenes essential voices for critical decisions Engages business members in decisions Seeks diversified funds to support strategic

goals Demands proactive and diverse business

services

What You Need to Know About Your WIB

• Is the WIB a 501 3 (c )? Fiscal agent?

• Who is on the WIB? 50% businesses? From what key industries?

• What is the overall budget of the WIB?

• What other resources is the WIB developing?

Section 2 Objectives

• Describe the One-Stop concept and services involved

• Describe the E3 concept

One-Stop Workforce Concept

• Mandatory Partners under WIA Adult Education and literacy activities Vocational Rehabilitation Housing Authority Senior Community Employment Service Veterans Employment Services Temporary Aide to Needy Families (TANF) Wagner-Peyser programs

Services to Business

WIBs have independently developed business services:

• Labor Market Information • Rapid Response Services• Employed Worker Training• OJT Contracts• Business Learning Events• Virtual Job Fair• Specialized training for national certification• Specialized assessment services (Profiles)• HR services for small businesses

CORE SERVICESUniversal

No Eligibility StandardLow Cost - High Volume

Job Placement Recruiting for Employer ListingsInformation - LMI Consumer ReportsProvider/Area Performance Initial AssessmentReferral to Community and Specialized Services

INTENSIVE SERVICESLimited By:

Program EligibilityNeed-Couldn’t Get Job

Moderate Cost - Reduced Volume

Intensive Assessment & Testing "Counseling"Case Management Support Services

Employability TrainingProgram Benefits e.g. UC, VR, WAGES, etc.

TRAINING SERVICESTightly Controlled By:

Eligibility, Compelling Need, Local Funding PrioritiesHigh Cost-Low Volume Vouchers/ITAs

Postsecondary Basic & Occupational EducationOJT

Customized Training

WIA - One-Stop Service Delivery System

Services to Job Seekers

• Labor exchange (what jobs are available)

• Work readiness training

• Literacy and remediation

• Occupational Training

• Workshops (Interviewing, Resumes)

• Access to other publicly funded services

• Transportation assistance

• Access to computers, fax, phone

E3 Concept

Who is Involved? How are they connected?

• Economic Development

• Education (K-16)

• Employment

The E3 Concept

• Workforce Boards cannot prepare people for jobs where they do not exist

• Jobs do not come, or grow, where there is not a skilled workforce.

• Each of our Successes is dependent on the successful outcomes of the other

What You Need to Know

• Where are the One Stops in your area?

• What services are currently offered to business?

• What services are offered to job seekers?

• How does BWDB engage in the E3 concept?

Questions?