Business Services

Workforce Services for Tulare County Businesses 

What We Can Do For You

Our Business Services team is dedicated to helping Tulare County businesses thrive. We work with companies at all stages of the business cycle, from recruitment, expansion, downsizing, and more.

 

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Our Services

Employee Training

We provide training opportunities for entry-level workers to promote employee retention in the workplace.

  • Skills development
  • Facilitated enrollment
  • Funds for trainings

Employee Training

Subsidized Employment

We provide access to job-ready candidates looking to build skills and work experience.

  • Pre-screened candidates
  • Reimbursement of wages during training
  • Customized support for employer and employee
Subsidized Employment

Restructuring and Downsizing Support

We provide customized, confidential services to businesses and their employees during downsizing and restructuring.

  • Custom workshops 
  • Rapid re-employment services
  • Employee relations support
Restructuring and Downsizing Support

Labor Market Information

We provide businesses with relevant data that keeps businesses competitive.

  • Wage analysis
  • Job trends
  • Industry insights
Labor Market Information

No-Cost Human Resources Hotline

Tulare County Employers may connect with a live HR expert for free.

No-Cost Human Resources Hotline

Recruitment Assistance

We'll work together to promote job openings for your business.

  • Digital marketing
  • Hiring events
Recruitment Assistance

Testimonial

"When my company announced it was going out of business, I was contacted by the BusinessServices team. They answered unemployment questions and provided additional resources that alleviated a lot of stress for my employees."
Owner
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Business Resources

The EmployABILITY Business Grant
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The EmployABILITY Business Grant

Small and medium-sized businesses grants of $20,000 to $200,000 to help grow your businesses and provide job opportunities for individuals with disabilities. 

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SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans
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SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans

Available to California Small Businesses – Small nonfarm businesses in 58 California counties, including Tulare County,  are now eligible to apply for low‑interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration

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Work Opportunity Tax Credit
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Work Opportunity Tax Credit

The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a Federal tax credit available to employers for hiring and employing individuals from certain targeted groups who have faced significant barriers to employment.
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CA Employers’ Fair Chance Hiring Toolkit
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CA Employers’ Fair Chance Hiring Toolkit

The California Employers’ Fair Chance Hiring Toolkit is a critical resource for employers, H.R. departments, corporate counsel, and workforce development professionals on “Fair Chance” hiring.

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EDD Fidelity Bonding Program
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EDD Fidelity Bonding Program

The Employment Development Department (EDD) Fidelity Bonding Program provides bonding services to help alleviate employers’ concerns in hiring ex-offenders and at-risk job applicants.

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Human Resources Hotline
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Human Resources Hotline

The Workforce Investment Board of Tulare County has contracted California Employers Association (CEA) to provide Tulare County employers with a no-cost Human Resource hotline in multiple languages.
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Labor Market DataHub
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Labor Market DataHub

Labor Market Information provides important insight when considering business attraction and retention, workforce availability, strategic planning, and more. Visit the Workforce Investment Board of Tulare County DataHub to discover more. 
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Homeless Hiring Tax Credit
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Homeless Hiring Tax Credit

The Homeless Hiring Tax Credit (HHTC) is available for taxable years beginning January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2026. Employers may receive $2,500 to $10,000 in tax credit per eligible employee based on the actual hours worked in the taxable year.
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