Franklin County Futures

About the Program

Category: Personnel Management, Employment and Training (Best in Category)

Year: 2023

Franklin County Board of Commissioners, through the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are committed to the goal of increasing talent, diversity, and operational efficiency through the County Futures initiative. The purpose of County Futures is to introduce job seekers to career pathways available through the Franklin County Board of Commissioner agencies. County Futures focuses on implementing diversity recruitment, training, and retention efforts to build a dynamic workforce representative of the community served, as well as grow and maintain a world-class workforce. County Futures engages job seekers using targeted media strategies and a screening process to identify training opportunities for career readiness. Training topics include resume writing, professionalism, workplace communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. After job placement, ongoing coaching and support is provided to promote success for participants. County Futures recognizes the value of untapped potential within our own neighborhoods; and connects underserved residents to a career in public service while supporting the Board of Commissioners in filling roles that serve this community.