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Our Frederick community has a long and proud tradition of military service. Drawn in part by Fort Detrick and our close proximity to the nation's capital, Frederick County is currently home to more than 16,000 veterans and their families.
Here we take a look at two exciting projects that are helping honor these men and women's service to our country and supporting their successful transition to civilian life.
In honor of Economic Development Week, this month we are spotlighting creative local initiatives that are helping strengthen Frederick’s business ecosystem. These innovative programs are fostering critical connections and leveraging diverse resources to make Frederick an even better place to live, work, and play.
The 2022 Annual Best Places to Work award winners were recognized at a reception at the Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center. Nearly 100 nominations were submitted, and 5 Frederick businesses proved that during challenging times, they adapted in ways that create a strong work environment for the companies and their employees.
Our partners at Frederick County Workforce Services (FCWS) are dedicated to linking businesses in need of qualified employees with individuals seeking employment opportunities.
Below we explore some of the FCWS Business Team’s no-cost resources available to local employers to support of talent attraction, retention and development initiatives:
Whether fresh out of high school or pivoting after years of work experience, entering a new industry can seem daunting and resource-intensive.
However, the transition doesn’t have to be. Here in Frederick there are many opportunities to quickly and affordably access new employment options that can support a high-quality of life.
Today’s youth is tomorrow’s top workforce. Frederick recognizes that engaging our Under 18 population is critical for building a sustainable talent pipeline for our businesses.
Here are five ways the community is introducing our younger residents to the local economy, and allowing them to explore the opportunities most suited to their needs, interests, & talents.
Justice Jobs is a Frederick-based organization specifically focused on helping individuals experiencing barriers to employment to forge a positive path forward. We caught up with Bob Clegg , the Executive Director of the organization, to discuss the organization’s mission and the opportunities he sees in Frederick’s workforce.
Our partners at Frederick County Workforce Services (FCWS) are dedicated to linking businesses in need of qualified employees with individuals seeking employment opportunities. The FCWS Business Team works closely with local companies on job postings and promotion, recruitment and retention solutions, pipeline development, training programs, labor market information, and workforce education.
Five Frederick area businesses were recognized for the 2021 Annual Best Places to Work awards on August 3. More than 100 nominations were submitted, and 5 companies rose to the top with unique twists on remote working, employee training and recognition, employee compensation and benefits, business culture, human resource metrics, special employee engagement programs, and special efforts as we manage the new ‘normal’ of work.
Not all careers start in a college classroom. Many Frederick employers offer opportunities for entry-level workers with no related work experience or education. Through on-the-job training, certifications, and mentorship programs, these employers offer not just a job, but also access to a fulfilling career pathway.
