Employer Resources
Employer Services & Resources
OEWD offers San Francisco employers services and assistance to attract, grow and retain a diverse workforce.
The Office of Economic and Workforce Development’s (OEWD) Business Services team provides no-cost support services to ensure the long term prosperity of both workers and employers in San Francisco.
Business Services include at no cost:
- Recruitment Assistance
- On the Job Training
- Layoff and Outplacement Response Assistance
- Job Distribution Services
- First Source Hiring Program Assistance
Include your job openings in our weekly Employer Services Job Distribution & Hiring Events email, which is sent to workforce professionals at over 120 organizations throughout San Francisco! Email us today at business.services@sfgov.org to connect with a Business Services Specialist team member.
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FAQs
Get answers to frequently asked questions and learn more about the types of business assistance we offer at no cost.
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First Source Hiring Program
Giving Local San Franciscans the First Opportunity to apply for entry-level jobs.
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Recruitment Assistance
No-Cost Recruitment, Candidate Screening, Referrals and Retention Services
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On the Job Training
Employers hiring eligible San Francisco residents can be reimbursed for 50% of the wages paid during a contracted training period, up to $6,000 per individual.
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Rapid Response
In the event of a layoff or workplace disruption, free outplacement services are provided.
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Construction Industry Employer Services
Resources for Employers in the Construction Industry
Learn moreThe Office of Economic and Workforce Development’s (OEWD) CityBuild program provides no-cost employer services to support contractors and construction projects in San Francisco to attract, grow and retain a diverse workforce.
Services include:
- Local Hire Program for Construction
- Recruitment Assistance
- Construction Training Program
Local Hire Program for Construction
Requirements to hire San Francisco resident trades workers on locally sponsored construction projects.
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No-cost recruitment, candidate screening, and referral services to connect contractors with qualified San Francisco resident trades workers.
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Free construction training program for residents looking to join the construction industry
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