Employment Program

In June 2009, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners ratified a Douglas County Social Services grant application for Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) incentive funding.  Grant funding was awarded to develop an Employment Training and Job Development program in accordance with the Economic Vitality Objective of Douglas County's Strategic Plan.

In September 2009, the Douglas County Social Services Employment Training/Job Development Program (ETJDP) was established.  The primary functions of this program are to assist the County's unemployed residents find employment; assist the underemployed improve their job situation, investigate what local business requires and desires of the workforce pool, and linking the job seeker and employer.

A key component to the program is partnering with local businesses, agencies and employment training providers, Douglas County Public Library, Nevada JobConnect, Hire Dynamics, Blue Ribbon Personnel Services, Western Nevada College, Job Opportunities in Nevada (JOIN) and economic development organizations along with other related services.  These partnerships have allowed ETJDP to increase resources to our clients and also to position them for current and future employment opportunities.

Job Seekers

ETJDP provides employment and life skills training to individuals who are unemployed or underemployed.  Job Seeker Services are provided at no charge and are customized to best support each individual.  Services include individual job readiness assessment, individual goal plan development, assistance with resume preparation, composing cover letters, job hunting skills, and interviewing tips.  Also provided are workshops, seminars and a networking and support group.

For more information on individualized services, please call (775) 782-9825 to make an appointment.

Networking and Support Groups 

The Job Seekers Networking and Support Group meets at the Douglas County Library, 1625 Library Lane, Minden:

Seminars and Workshops 

Please check our Calendar for information on upcoming events.

See what our Job Seekers are saying about our services:

                  "The networking and support group has been extremely valuable...just having a chance to interact with others who are in the same situation I am facing has been a great assistance."        

                 "Without this program I would not really have a place to go to network.  I would be alone in my job search and this program is the only positive force that is out there for the unemployed.  There is nothing else in theis area for the unemployed.  This is our support group."

                 "The Douglas County program has been invaluable to my entire family...from job searches to simply making ends meet at home."

                 "Any time people can come together and network or discuss their situations and circumstances of their lives it is an opportunity to improve their outlook on life." 

Resource Center:

The Douglas County Social Services Resource Lab is available to job seekers in need of computer and/or internet access. Call (775) 782-9825 to make an appointment.  Such resources can be used to:

• Search for employment
• Fill out applications
• Create a resume, cover letter, or thank-you letter
• Access agency websites such as DMV, DETR, etc.

Phones are also available to assist with the job search process.

Click here to download an application.

 Last updated on May 27, 2011