Employer/Business FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
Employers FAQ – Pikes Peak Workforce Center
This Employers FAQ is for Colorado Springs and El Paso County and Teller County businesses in Colorado. The Pikes Peak Workforce Center (PPWFC) offers no-cost hiring support, candidate screening, job postings, hiring events, job fairs, and workforce training programs.
🔹 What free services does PPWFC offer to employers?
PPWFC provides no-cost job postings, talent matching, hiring events, job fairs, on-the-job training reimbursements to qualified businesses, and regional labor market data to help you hire and retain talent.
🔹 How do I post a job opening through the Pikes Peak Workforce Center?
You can post job listings on ConnectingColorado.gov at no cost. We’ll help you set up your employer account and start recruiting.
🔹 Can PPWFC help me find qualified local candidates?
Yes! We can screen applicants, refer top candidates, and support you throughout the hiring process.
🔹 What is Work-Based Learning and how can my business benefit?
Work-Based Learning includes internships, apprenticeships, and on-the-job training. If qualified, your business could be reimbursed for part of a new hire’s wages while they learn the job.
🔹 Are there funding programs to help me train new employees?
Yes. The Pikes Peak Workforce Center offers Employee Development Funds to help local businesses cover the cost of training current employees, including programs that lead to industry-recognized credentials or in-demand skills.
These funds—supported by the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act—allow employers to choose training that fits their needs and can be used for a wide range of industries and skill development.
These Employee Development Funds are usually offered in January and or July of each year, based on availability of federal funds.
🔹 How can I host a hiring event or job fair with the Workforce Center?
Contact our Business Services team to organize an in-person or virtual hiring event. We’ll promote it to local job seekers and assist with logistics. PPWFC.org/our-job-fairs/
🔹 Does the Workforce Center help with veteran or inclusive hiring?
Yes. We offer tools and incentives for hiring veterans, people with disabilities, and other priority job seekers. Let us help you build a diverse workforce.
🔹 Can I partner with schools or youth programs for workforce development?
Definitely. We connect employers with youth talent pipelines through internships, apprenticeships, and partnerships with local schools.
🔹 Where can I find local labor market data and wage information?
We provide custom labor market reports, wage benchmarks, and industry hiring trends for El Paso and Teller counties. Ask us for a no-cost consultation.
🔹 How do I contact a Business Services Representative?
We offer tailored services to connect you to employment-ready job seekers.
Contact the Business Relations Team today for a customized assessment of your hiring needs at 719-667-3814 or ppwbrg@elpasoco.com
