Finding Employees

Workforce Centers:

An array of services is available at no cost to assist employers in finding the right employees for the job. At each workforce center employers have access to a pool of qualified workers and related services. Contact a workforce center near you for more information.

Employee Recruitment Assistance:

The effort to match employees with employers is sometimes called "labor exchange" or is referred to by its funding source, the Federal Wagner-Peyser Act. But in Kansas it is simply our commitment to help employers find qualified employees and to help job seekers find the right jobs. This effort of finding qualified workers for employers includes job and resume posting on KANSASWORKS.com, taking applications and making referrals according to your schedule and specifications, facilities for interviewing job candidates, help with job fairs, and information on tax credits for new hires.

Veteran Services:

One of the best sources for skilled employees is the pool of veterans who are working with veterans representatives at workforce centers to find new employment. These veterans have learned a variety of skills while serving our country and are ready to work for you. For assistance in finding a veteran who is the right person for your job opening, visit your local workforce center and talk with the Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) or Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Specialist (DVOP).

For details, please contact:
Wayne A. Myers, Program Consultant
Topeka, Kansas 66612
Phone (785) 296-5202
Fax: (785) 296-1458
TTY: (785) 296-3487
E-mail: wmyers@kansascommerce.com

KANSASWORKS.com:

There are a variety of ways that KANSASWORKS.com may help you find qualified employees. You may enter job openings directly online at KANSASWORKS.com from the convenience of your own office. If you prefer, you can fax or e-mail your job orders to our office and staff will enter the information for you. You can also receive daily e-mails about new resumes that meet the criteria of your job listing. If you would like to search for candidates using KANSASWORKS.com, you can browse through thousands of resumes of individuals who may be a great match for your job opening. Also download the Internet Recruiting Guide for Employers.

Targeted Programs:

The Kansas Department of Commerce and its partners administer a variety of programs designed to assist individuals in different targeted groups. These initiatives may also be valuable resources for employers interested in filling certain positions. The programs utilize tax credits, training, work experience, and other tools to assist employers in finding the right person for the job.