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82nd Ave. Community Workforce Training Program
April 23, 2026
Opportunities in Construction and Clean Energy A major transit investment is coming to 82nd Avenue corridor—and local residents have an opportunity to train for the jobs that will help [...]
Economic Opportunity in Action: Participants Share Their Stories
April 23, 2026
Across the Portland-metro region, Worksystems is showing what’s possible when employment services are integrated into broader efforts to reduce homelessness and expand opportunity for low‑income residents. The Economic Opportunity [...]
Workforce Development Strengthens the Economy
April 9, 2026
Responding to the 2026 State of the Economy Report In February 2026, the Portland Metro Chamber released the State of the Economy Report. The report indicates that our region is [...]
Building the Advanced Manufacturing Pipeline
April 9, 2026
In this How Oregon Works interview with the Portland Business Journal, Worksystems sits down with Microchip Technology to talk about what it takes to grow and sustain a strong advanced manufacturing [...]
Free Supervisor Training Series: New Dates Added!
March 31, 2026
Supervisors play a critical role in retaining talent. To support employers and frontline managers, Worksystems is offering a free, virtual Supervisor Training Series focused on building stronger, more supportive [...]
SB 1512: Prosperity Programs is Signed Into Law
March 9, 2026
A Win for Oregon's Workforce Governor Tina Kotek has signed SB 1512: Prosperity Programs into law, protecting a proven workforce investment that helps Oregonians move into family‑wage jobs while [...]
Delivering Results for the City of Portland
March 9, 2026
Breaking Down Barriers to Employment Worksystems helps people access training, career pathways, and supportive employment services based on regional employer needs. Our partnership with the City of Portland is [...]
Free Training Programs Open Doors to Healthcare Careers in Our Region
March 3, 2026
If you’re looking for a meaningful career in health care, two new training opportunities can help you take the next step—at no cost. Both programs are now open for [...]
Mid‑Year Results: Economic Opportunity Programs Are Delivering Stability Through Employment
February 27, 2026
Worksystems is the Portland metro workforce development board responsible for helping people access training, career pathways, and supportive employment services based on regional employer needs. Across our region, investments supported [...]
Stable Housing Depends on Stable Work
February 9, 2026
A Stronger Homelessness Response Includes Employment Services Addressing homelessness is a top priority in our region. Investments in rent assistance, rapid rehousing, and shelter are essential; but if we [...]