Support for Business

March 31, 2022

Jeffco Community Budget Forums

Regional Virtual Job Fair

Internship Information Session

Jefferson County Community Budget Forums in April and May

As part of our continued community outreach on the Jefferson County budget, we are hosting Community Budget Forums in April and May.

The meetings will be in-person, 90-minute sessions in which attendees can get more information on our funding challenges and have small-group discussions on problems and possible solutions. These forums also provide an excellent opportunity for the commissioners to listen to questions, feedback, and input.

Large cuts were already made as part of the 2020 budget, and beginning in 2023, the county is facing up to an additional $20 million in cuts in the General Fund. Without support from our voters for additional funding, these cuts will reduce county programs and services that will have real impacts on our community. With more tough decisions ahead, we want to be sure that the community understands the factors involved and how these pieces fit together to shape the county’s financial reality. It’s critical that we hear from our community – on their needs and priorities and what programs and services matter most to them.

You can find more details on the Funding Challenges page of the Jefferson County website about these budget challenges, see all locations and dates of the forums and register to attend the one that best fits your schedule.

The events are set for:

April 4 at the Arvada Library in Arvada
April 11 at the Columbine Library in Littleton
April 12 at Red Rocks Community College in Lakewood
April 21 at the Stanley Lake Library in Arvada
May 4 at Our Lady of the Pines Church in Conifer
May 9 at the Lakewood Library in Lakewood

Regional Virtual Job Fair - April 19, 2022

Regional Virtual Job Fair!

Tuesday, April 19^th – 10AM to 1PM
Please register and set-up your virtual booth including job vacancies to ensure your business and job opportunities are advertised to job seekers.

If new to Premier Virtual, watch the Employer How-to Video on the bottom of this page.

Easy to set-up and use for businesses and job seekers
Customizable virtual booth
Post as many positions as needed
Event data on number of visitors, resumes, and chat/video

QUESTIONS REGARDING THE EVENT;

[email protected], 720-595-1234

Virtual Internship Information Session

Tuesday, April 5 , 2022
10am - 11am

Is Your Company Interested In Hosting An Intern?

The Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center works to connect interns with local businesses to support them in developing new skills and experience. Hosting an intern is a great opportunity to access talent, develop leaders within your organization, and influence your industries future workforce.

Why get involved?

Opportunities for businesses to get engaged across all industries
Leadership and mentorship opportunities for your staff
Tap into a new talent pipeline
Interns can add a boost to your projects
Length & hours of internship are customized
Grant funding to cover wages and worker's compensation insurance at no cost to you

Please Register Below:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/interninfosession

Hosted by Jefferson County Workforce

Next open interview day - Thursday, April 21, 2022

Do you have open full time positions that you are trying to fill? Allow us to help you find the right talent. Training funding may be available. We will help promote and schedule introductory interviews with motivated job seekers.

The Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center is providing secure, in person introductory interviews at our office in Golden CO.

Between the hours of 10am and 12pm we will help schedule 15 minute interviews with interested job seekers to help fill your open positions.

All industries and opportunity levels are welcome.

Location

Laramie Building

3500 Illinois Street,

Golden, 80401

If interested in participating; please contact Phil Rohrbach at [email protected]

Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center
Business Services

Business Services offers a wide array of services and resources to help businesses of any size.

Information about layoff assistance and layoff aversion programs are available, please contact Jill Howard at [email protected] or call 303-271-4768.

If your business is currently hiring, we can assist with job postings, marketing to job seekers and virtual job fairs. Contact the Business Services team at [email protected] or call 303-271-4800.

Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center website:
https://www.jeffco.us/Business-Workforce-Center

Additional Resources

Jefferson County Business & Workforce Workshops: https://www.jeffco.us/calendar.aspx?CID=28

General Unemployment Insurance Information Related to Coronavirus
Up-to-date information for employers, employees and FAQ’s about Colorado Unemployment Insurance programs and other resources.
https://covid19.colorado.gov/

Colorado Unemployment Insurance Employer Services website
Information about layoffs, labor laws, incentives and tax credits, audits, posting jobs on Connecting Colorado and more.
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdle/businesses-employers

Unemployment Insurance Guide for Employers
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/Employer_Guide.pdf

Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Learn what it means for employers.
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/families_first_coronavirus_response_act.pdf

U.S. Department of Labor
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidance for the workplace.
https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/osha/osha20200309

Small Business Guidance & Resources
Information about Economic Injury Disaster Loan Programs, Guidance for Businesses and Employers, SBA Products and Resources, Government Contracting and Local Assistance.
https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources

SBA Disaster Loan Assistance
Federal Disaster Loans for Businesses, Private Nonprofits, Homeowners and Renters.
https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources

Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation
Jeffco EDC is an advocate for the county’s business community and is dedicated to building economic prosperity in the community. Current resources for businesses are included on the website.
https://jeffcoedc.org/

Clear Creek Economic Development Corporation
The CCEDC works to create and offer programs for Clear Creek County businesses. Information about emergency working capital loan program is on the website.
http://www.clearcreekedc.org/our-programs

Arvada Economic Development Association
Arvada Economic Development Association has community, government, and civic partnerships which allow AEDA to provide your business with the latest business information and resources.
https://arvadaeconomicdevelopment.org/

City of Edgewater
The City's economic development programs are designed to bolster the economic health and opportunity within Edgewater and the surrounding area for residents and businesses alike.
https://edgewaterco.com/planning

Golden Community & Economic Development Division
The City of Golden Community & Economic Development Division provides a network of resources to support existing and growing businesses including grant opportunities.
https://www.cityofgolden.net/work/economic-development/

Lakewood Economic Development Division
The Economic Development Division of the City of Lakewood provides services to businesses, including business attraction, expansion, entrepreneurialism, marketing, communications and resources.
https://www.lakewood.org/Government/Departments/Economic-Development

Littleton Economic Development Department
The Economic Development Department of the City of Littleton focuses on business development, retention and attraction by providing business resources for companies operating in or planning to locate within the city.
https://www.littletongov.org/city-services/city-departments/economic-development

Westminster Economic Development Department
The City of Westminster Economic Development Division provides resources to existing and growing businesses.
https://www.westminstereconomicdevelopment.org/

Wheat Ridge Economic Development Division
The City of Wheat Ridge Economic Development Division is dedicated to both the businesses and citizens of Wheat Ridge by providing an array of resources for the community.
https://www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/269/Economic-Development

Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade
OEDIT has a hotline for small business owners to call with questions at (303) 860-5881 or email [email protected]
https://choosecolorado.com/

Chambers of Commerce

Chamber of Commerce associations promote and protect the interests of the business community in a local community, and offer valuable resources and education to businesses

West Metro Chamber
https://www.westmetrochamber.org/

Arvada Chamber
https://www.arvadachamber.org/

Conifer Chamber
https://www.goconifer.com/

Evergreen Chamber
https://www.evergreenchamber.org/

Golden Chamber
https://goldenchamber.org/

Littleton Chamber
http://littletonbusinesschamber.org/

Westminster Chamber
https://www.westminsterchamber.biz/

Wheat Ridge Chamber
http://www.wheatridgechamber.org/

Wheat Ridge Business Association
https://www.wheatridgebiz.com/

Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center serving Jefferson, Clear Creek and Gilpin counties is an equal opportunity program; auxiliary services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.