There are 12 regional workforce areas in Washington overseen by Workforce Development Councils (see list below). Each must create a four-year workforce plan that offers a vision for their local workforce development system.

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Local Workforce Plans approved by Workforce Board

Current plans were created in the spring of 2016. The plans are intended to boost the skill levels of the local workforce, increase employment and earnings, raise customer satisfaction for both jobseekers and busineses who rely on a skilled workforce, and offer a good return on investment for both taxpayers and workforce program participants. These regional workforce plans were substantially approved by the Workforce Board on July 22, 2016.

The Governor has final approval of the plans.

Guidelines for the Regional Workforce Plans for PY 2016-20 (Word) and (PDF)

State and federal plans part of the process

In addition to local considerations, each plan aligns with the state's recently adopted strategic plan for workforce development, Talent and Prosperity for All and reflect the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), the first federal reform of the workforce system in nearly 15 years.

Get quick information on key WIOA points. (PDF)

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They were revised from their original draft form after being reviewed against a detailed rubric. More information, including the rubric, can be found here.