WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

The San Bernardino County Workforce Development Department provides robust incentives to support businesses in the County. Recruiting, retaining, and investing in a high-quality workforce can often be the most significant expense for businesses. To help with these challenges, the department offers the following services:

• Strategic Talent Recruitment: Tailored job promotions, candidate screening, and collaborative job fairs ensure companies connect with skilled local talent, leveraging partners across the San Bernardino County.

• Generous Tax Incentives: Through the Federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit and Welfare-to-Work Tax Credit programs, employers can receive up to $9,600 per new qualified hire, boosting savings significantly.

• Training Support: Employers are reimbursed 50% of wages for training eligible new hires through On the-Job Training.

• Expert HR Assistance: Free access to an HR consulting Hotline, layoff prevention resources, and workshops on essential business topics (e.g., leadership and marketing).