The Workforce Development Council focuses on enhancing the economic mobility of individuals in Idaho through workforce training, promoting innovation in talent development, and supporting the growth of the economy. The council is committed to providing a return on investment to Idahoans by increasing wages, job creation, capital investment, retention of Idaho’s workforce, credential attainment, and customer satisfaction. It aims to develop strategies that serve multiple employers, encourage best practices in talent pipeline development, and support the integration of technology in businesses.
Industry Sector Grants aim to engage employers in creating new training solutions to address Idaho’s workforce challenges and fill skill gaps. The program operates on a non-competitive, first-come, first-served basis, emphasizing: