Workforce
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 Hanna 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
Hanna Weiland
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 hanna@developvcbc.com.
Available to new or existing primary sector businesses to train new hires.
New Jobs Training Program
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.
Designed to expand internships and work experience with North Dakota employers.
State-supported courses and training for virtually all industries.
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.
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: 6,554
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Barnes County: 10,794
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North Dakota: 783,926
Median Age
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38
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Labor Force
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5,121
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Population Age Groups
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Under 25: 28.9%
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25 to 44: 22.4%
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45 to 64: 19.2%
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65 and older: 25.4%
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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: 5,706