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Water & Wastewater Occupations

In Southern California, water and wastewater industries are projected to account for as many as 4,400 job opportunities for water and wastewater operators, mechanics, electricians and maintenance technicians over the next three years. More+

Access the archived Water & Wastewater webinar to learn more about the findings of this study and hear the discussion among a panel of experts from industry and education.

Solar Industry

In the Greater Sacramento region, solar industry employers expect to add more than 200 jobs over the next 12 months and about 950 jobs over the next three years. More+

Agriculture Value Chain

Based on research of California employers, the estimated combined growth of occupations in the agriculture value chain in the next five years could exceed 180,000 jobs. Read the Research Brief or the Environmental Scan.

"The Centers of Excellence were instrumental in supporting two of our local workforce boards. Their information, presentations, and technical assistance provided much needed quantitative information that I simply would not have been able to provide without them. Lastly their support has opened up new project potential that may lead to large grant. I couldn’t be more pleased with the quality of information and the level of professional support that I have received from the Centers of Excellence."

Bruce Winner
Contract Training Coordinator
Los Rios CCD

Workforce Investment Boards

Balancing Budget Cuts with Workforce Needs

Workforce investment boards play a critical role in the development of California’s workforce. As the strategists who enact the intent of the Workforce Investment Act, workforce investment boards work collaboratively with community colleges in identifying training options and solutions to improve the employability of workers.

Workforce investment boards access our environmental scans to understand all aspects of emerging high growth and economically vital sectors in California.

Workforce boards are invited to join our partnership events to discuss needs and solutions for building workforce talent.

Click here for an overview on how the Centers of Excellence benefit workforce investment boards.


Workforce Investment Board Options

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