Our Focus

Our work advances economic growth for Contra Costa County. We ensure a pipeline of diverse workforce talent is available to keep local companies competitive while creating upward economic mobility and security for Contra Costa workers. Through our strategic connections and partnerships, we find innovative, sustainable solutions to solve complex workforce issues and leverage public-private resources, contributing to the economic competitiveness of our region and, ultimately, improving the quality of life for all who live in Contra Costa County.

What’s New?

RFP Released for Pre-apprenticeship Training and Placement Services

The Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County is seeking proposals for RFP #1225 to provide Pre-apprenticeship Training and Placement Services for low-income individuals with employment barriers. Up to $300,000 in WIOA funding is available. Proposals are due by August 22, 2025. A virtual Bidders’ Conference will be held on August 7 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm (attendance recommended but not required). More details and the full RFP are on the EHSD website. View the full RFP here: Request for Proposals (RFP) 1225 WIOA Pre-apprenticeship Training | EHSD

$5M Grant Awarded to WDBCCC for Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Pathway Initiative

WDBCCC and its partners launch Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Pathway Initiative to create a structured educational pathway for entry-level community college students to transition into civil engineering careers.

WDBCCC Awarded $4M Grant

The Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County, a business-led board that builds public-private partnerships with education, economic development, labor, and community organizations to solve complex workforce challenges, is one of only four organizations awarded a grant to support displaced oil and gas workers across the region.

Call the No-Cost HR Hotline for Employers

If you are an employer in Contra Costa County, the answers to your labor law questions are just a call away – at no cost to your business.

Affordable Connectivity Program

Save on high-speed internet with the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). Through this federally funded program, eligible California households can now save $30 per month on home internet. When the ACP discount is used with the right internet plan, home internet can be free.

“Being a part of the WDB provides direct say in shaping local policies and strategies that impact workforce development. Participating in the WDB, can help identify and address skill gaps in my community, ensuring that training programs and educational resources are aligned with the needs of local employers. This network provides valuable opportunities to collaborate, and share insights to help support workforce training, development programs, and local initiatives.”

Natasha Paddock, WDBCCC Board Member

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