• New DLLR program supports existing Maryland businesses in the retention and growth of their workforce.

• Incentive grant funds awarded to Maryland under the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) earmarked for training incumbent workers.

• Encourages promotion, creates additional job opportunities and improves worker retention by increasing the skill level of the existing workforce.

• Employer based training projects with a dollar for dollar employer match targeted at specific demand occupations.

 

Program Benefits

 

• Maryland employers are more productive, profitable and competitive.

• Employment stability for workers with upgraded skills.

• Career growth and increased wages for workers through training in transferable skills or an industry recognized certification or credential program.

• Development of promotional tracks and workforce growth within existing businesses.

 

Eligibility

 

• Maryland companies that operate under the provision of Maryland law.

• For-Profit and Non-Profit Private Sector employers.

 

Target Businesses/Industries

 

• Small Businesses with 50 employees or less (or)

• Healthcare Industry (or)

• Other Demand Occupations in Tourism/Hospitality, Construction/Trades, Agricultural/Environment and Manufacturing industries.

 

Training Requirements

 

• Specific to the job.

• Increases occupational skills levels of employee.

• Relates to the strategic goals and objectives of the company.

• Business is ready to begin training activities.

• Funds are for fulltime positions with benefits.

• Training can last up to 6 months, longer if approved.

• Needs and costs must be reasonable and clearly related to the project.

 

Approved Training & Costs

 

• Classroom training that meets job and business requirements.

• In-house staff training.

• Consultants and Vendors instruction.

• Books and Materials.

 

Non-Approved Training 

• GED Classes

• Introductory Classes

• Remedial Classes

• Safety and First Aid Courses.

• Training that does not enhance employee’s occupational skills.

Application and Approval Process

 

• Submit an application to the local USWIB Office before the training begins.

• USWIB reviews the project and forwards to State Review Team for approval.

• Determination is made each Thursday.

• USWIB notifies applicant, executes Letter of Agreement and oversees project.

 

Reimbursement Process

 

• Employee must successfully complete training.

• Applicant receives 50% reimbursement upon completion of training and proof of payment.

 

 Local Program Contacts:

 

            Upper Shore            Kent, Queen Anne’s, Caroline, Talbot, Dorchester

            Dan McDermott       USWIB Office 410-822-1716

                     or                  P.O. Box 8, Wye Mills, MD  21679
            Melissa Mackey        mbw@chesapeake.edu