Skip to main content
Alliance for Workforce Development – Connecting Job Seekers and Employers
💼

Alliance for Workforce Development – Connecting Job Seekers and Employers

Phone number
Grass Valley: (530) 328-1953 | Truckee: (530) 328-2069 | Quincy: (530) 283-1606 | Loyalton: (530) 994-3349
Category
Money
Auto tags
Connecting
Job Seekers
Employers
everyone
local
Eligibility
Adults seeking work in Butte, Lassen, Modoc, Nevada, Plumas, or Sierra counties; separate youth track for ages 17-24
Auto Summary
The Alliance for Workforce Development connects job seekers and employers by providing core services tailored to their needs. Their Business Services team supports local businesses in building a skilled workforce, while job seekers can access a variety of services through their network of job centers. They also offer programs specifically designed for individuals aged 17-24. Additionally, they provide a search function to find local jobs.
Value
$0
Espanol
Alianza para el Desarrollo de la Fuerza Laboral: Conectando a los Buscadores de Empleo y Empleadores
URL
https://afwd.org/

Free job-search help in Nevada, Plumas, and Sierra counties

Alliance for Workforce Development (AFWD) runs America's Job Centers of California (AJCC) across a six-county region: Butte, Lassen, Modoc, Nevada, Plumas, and Sierra. All services are free.

Who it's for

Any adult looking for work, changing careers, or recovering from a layoff. AFWD also runs a dedicated youth track for ages 17–24.

What you get

  • A resource center with computers, Wi-Fi, printers, fax, and phones you can use for your job search
  • Help writing a resume, preparing for interviews, and finding job leads
  • Free workshops (in person and virtual) on job search, networking, and workplace skills
  • Free access to online training platforms (Alison, Coursera, Khan Academy) and skills testing (AMCAT)
  • Referrals to paid training programs if you qualify
  • On-site and virtual interviews with local employers

Local job centers

  • Grass Valley (Nevada County): (530) 328-1953
  • Truckee (Nevada County): (530) 328-2069
  • Quincy (Plumas County): (530) 283-1606
  • Loyalton (Sierra County): (530) 994-3349
Walk in or call ahead. Center addresses and hours are on the AFWD site.

Youth services (ages 17–24)

If you're between 17 and 24, AFWD has a separate track that helps with career exploration, getting back into school, paid training, and first-job placement. Details at afwd.org/youth.

How to start

  • Or call the job center closest to you (numbers above)