Build a stronger workforce with Skills-First Talent Development Training
The Mesa County Workforce Development Board is pleased to invite local business leaders and employers to a Skills-First Talent Development Training on Monday, Sept. 21, 2026.
Finding and retaining the right talent continues to be one of the biggest challenges facing employers. This interactive workshop will help local businesses explore a skills-first approach to recruiting, hiring and retaining employees by focusing on the skills and competencies needed for success. Participants will learn practical strategies they can apply within their organizations, including:
Skills Mapping
Identify the skills and proficiency levels employees need to succeed in priority roles.
Writing Skills-First Job Descriptions
Learn how to create job descriptions that focus on the skills needed for success, helping employers attract a broader and more qualified pool of candidates.
Skills-First Screening and Interviewing
Learn how to evaluate candidates based on their skills, work examples and competencies.
The workshop is designed for employers and organizational leaders who want to strengthen their approach to workforce development and build a talent strategy that focuses on what candidates can do. Breakfast, snacks and a workbook are included with registration.
Event Details
- Time: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Date: Monday, Sept. 21, 2026
- Place: Mesa County Workforce Center, 512 29 ½ Rd
- Cost: $30 per person
Local businesses, community resources and workforce partners all play a role in building a strong workforce. This training is an opportunity for employers to gain new tools, connect with others and explore practical solutions to one of the most pressing issues facing businesses today: workforce development.
