Services for Veterans
In addition to helping veterans find employment and training opportunities, veteran
staff provides vocational guidance, referral to supportive services and case management
services to veterans with significant barriers to employment. Contact John
Hamilton, Veterans Representative at 301-393-8221 for more information.
Workshops
A variety of workshops are held monthly in the center. Most are open to all and others can be accessed by
meeting certain eligibility requirements. View calendar for date and time.
Job Fairs
The Washington County One-Stop Job Center hosts an average of 6-8 job fairs each year. In addition Job Center
staff participate in community job fairs held at venues such as The Valley Mall, Elgin Station, Kaplan University,
and Hagerstown Community College. These and other events are posted at the
Events Calendar at the Maryland Workforce Exchange.
Wage and Hour Information
If you are an employee who believes your wages were unlawfully withheld, please refer to the "Wage and Hour Remedies" Link.
Career and Workforce Information
Local and regional labor force, industry, occupation and wage statistics and data.
Apprenticeship and Training Information
Apprenticeship is a voluntary, industry-driven program that is sponsored by employers, employer associations
and jointly by management and labor. An apprentice, as an employee, receives supervised, structured,
on-the-job training combined with related technical instruction in a specific occupation. Apprenticeship
is open to anyone age 16 or older, however, an employer may set a higher entry age. Individuals must be
age 18 to apprentice in specified hazardous occupations.
Unemployment Insurance Information
Maryland Workforce Exchange (MWE)
Maryland Workforce Exchange allows you to search for current openings in your community. You can create
multiple resumes to apply for posted jobs, research in demand careers, and find occupational training that
meets your needs. The Maryland Workforce Exchange is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week from your home
computer.
Work Permits
Maryland Sail
SAIL helps you apply, renew, or learn about various social services offered by the State of Maryland.
Local Job Links
The Washington County One-Stop Job Center provides you with many options to help you find a better job or
career. Access to local employers and their openings are one of the many services we can provide or you can
connect with other services available.
Other Internet Job Search Resources
Job Tips & Other Job Search Resources
Career Center Services
The Washington County One-Stop Job Center is open Monday-Wednesday and Friday
from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Thursdays from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.
If you are working and cannot access our services during these hours, please visit the
Maryland Workforce Exchange to access job listings and to post
your resume/job skills online. If you have other questions or comments e-mail us at
hagerstown@dllr.state.md.us or call 301-393-8200.
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