Workforce Development

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The American Job Center Operator manages the Union County American Job Centers, including the management and coordination of all workforce services with Union County workforce partners, as required by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

Services include career counseling, training & career advancement for residents and employers.

Our mission is to align education, employment & other community programs & to collaborate with our partners to cultivate the skilled & high-quality workers needed for local employers to prosper and grow.

The American Job Center Operator manages the Union County American Job Centers, including the management and coordination of all workforce services with Union County workforce partners, as required by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

Services include career counseling, training, and career advancement for residents and employers. Organizationally under the Office of the Director

Our mission is to align education, employment and other community programs and to collaborate with our partners to cultivate the skilled and high-quality workers needed for local employers to prosper and grow.

Contact

Division Director
Robert Croom 908-527-4812

Division Deputy Director
Perle Almeida 908-527-4887

American Job Center – Elizabeth
921 Elizabeth Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
908-558-8000

American Job Center – Plainfield
200 West Second Street, Plainfield, NJ 07060
908-757-9090

Union County Works
www.ucajc.org
Virtual one-stop for job seekers and employers

Apply for unemployment insurance

Visit www.MyUnemployment.nj.gov or call:

North Jersey: 201-601-4100
Central Jersey: 732-761-2020
South Jersey: 856-507-2340
Out-of-State UI Claims: 888-795-6672  (Calls must be from an out-of-state phone number)

Eligibility Criteria

The Union County American Job Center adheres to the eligibility criteria set by the Federal Government and the State of New Jersey in determining eligibility for WIOA services.

Guidelines

WIOA Checklist 2024