Workforce Center
Established in 2018, the Workforce Center is a public space aimed to assist businesses with recruiting and retention as well as job seekers with finding gainful employment.
Services
Job Seekers
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Application Assistance
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Referrals
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Job Searches
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Resume Building
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Cover Letter Writing
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Coaching & Training
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Community Questions
Employers
Hours
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Listing job openings
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Candidate searches & referrals
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Creating job descriptions
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Representation at select job fairs
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Training programs
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Community information packets & tours for new or potential employees
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM
Appointments preferred.
Retention & Recruiting Coordinator
​​If you are a business with a job opening or an individual in the job market, contact Kara for assistance.
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Employee Recruiting
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Job Searches
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Retention in Barnes County
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Workforce development
Kara Anderson
"I met Kara the day before my onsite interview at the workplace. She was one of the first people I met and with whom I learned about the city and culture firsthand. She arranged for me to take an hour-long tour of the community, assisting me in navigating my way through the city and making me feel at ease and accustomed to every new place we passed. During the tour, she provided me with as much information as possible, particularly about essential services and other important factors that I might require on an daily basis, to help me feel more settled."
- Eagle Creek Software Services Recruit
Training
VCBCDC is dedicated to assisting with employer-defined workforce training needs.
We've held multiple welding and softskills classes, and we'd love to hear of any additional training services you may need! Please reach out to kara@developvcbc.com.
Available to new or existing primary sector businesses to train new hires.
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New Jobs Training Program
State-supported courses and training for virtually all industries.
Designed to expand internships and work experience with North Dakota employers.
Available to new or existing primary sector businesses to train new hires.
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A federally funded program that provides training assistance to eligible individuals.
Training on a variety of topics including mental health, suicide, community resources, disasters, volunteerism and self-care.
A training and information hub for child care providers.
About Our Community
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A broad range of industries paired with a respected workforce creates the perfect opportunity for business growth.
Demographics
Population
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Valley City: 6,559
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Barnes County: 10,806
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North Dakota: 774,948
Median Age
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43.5
Labor Force
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5,121
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Population Age Groups
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Under 25: 29.9%
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25 to 44: 21.8%
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45 to 64: 25.2%
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65 and older: 23.1%
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Average Annual Wage
- Barnes County: $47,424
School Fall Enrollment
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K-12 Public School: 1,407
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Valley City State University: 1,658
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Highest Educational Attainment
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No HS Diploma: 5.8%
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HS Diploma or Equivalent: 29.8%
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Some College, No Degree: 21.0%
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Associate's Degree: 12.9%
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Bachelor's Degree: 22.5%
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Graduate or Professional Degree: 8.0%
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Race and Ethnicity
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White: 93.7%
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Black or African American: 1.7%
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American Indian and Alaska Native: 1.7%
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Asian: 1.1%
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Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander: 0.1%
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Other Race or Two or More Races: 1.8%
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Hispanic or Latino: 2.4%
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Not Hispanic or Latino: 97.6%
Area Profile
Per Capita Personal Income
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Barnes County: $64,242
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North Dakota: $60,541
Barnes County Land Area
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Valley City: 3.14 square miles
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Barnes County: 1,513 square miles
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Climate
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Average Winter Temp: 15 degrees F
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Average Summer Temp: 76 degrees F
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Average Annual Precipitation: 18.9 inches
Largest Employers in Barnes County
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Open Door Center
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Valley City State University
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John Deere Seeding Company
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Sisters of Mary of the Presentation
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Valley City Public Schools
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Barnes County
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Sheyenne Valley Special Education unit
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Leevers Super Valu
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ND Dept of Transportation
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Housing Units
- Barnes County: 5,675