TRAINING INCENTIVES

1. Nebraska Customized Job Training Program Provides State training assistance on a reimbursement basis for projects that create new jobs and offer an opportunity for economic development in Nebraska Eligible activities may include, but are not limited to, manufacturing, processing, warehousing/distribution, data processing and headquarter locations Training assistance targeted for full-time production positions Eligible costs may include instructor fees, books, materials and limited on-the-job training Positions created must offer salaries that meet or exceed the local average wage for similar posibitons with a competitive benefits package Typical reimbursement is $250 TO $1,000 per job 2. Workforce Attraction Grant DEVCO provides initial funding to support an employee recruitment campaign Funding to be utilized for local and state advertising sources, including newspaper, radio, television, billboards, Internet, job fairs, etc. Special consideration given to positions that offer above average pay for comparable positions in the area Level of funding at the discretion of the DEVCO Board of Directors 3. Mid-Plains Community College Career Assessment and Training Center National-known assessment center assists private business in identifying necessary skill sets for selected positions Pre-testing of applicants is available for a nominal fee Negotiable rate structure available for specific employee training programs conducted at the College or on-site at a business Listing of current and past satisfied clients is readily available