Yavapai College in partnership with Yavapai County has become an official one-stop service provider under the ARIZONA@WORK statewide system.
As part of this new integration, a One-Stop Center has opened at YC’s Prescott Campus, joining existing locations in Prescott Valley and Cottonwood. All provide free services, including the services offered by the Department of Economic Security, to all county residents and employers, including job search assistance, career counseling, job training and other workforce development resources.
“Yavapai County is proud to be part of a statewide effort that strengthens our economy by aligning education, training and employment opportunities,” said Yavapai County Manager Maury Thompson. “Through the collaboration of the Workforce Arizona Council, the Yavapai County Workforce Development Board and partners like Yavapai College, we are building a resilient workforce that meets the unique needs of our communities and local industries,”
YC already is embedded in the county’s economic ecosystem through its Regional Economic Development Center, which provides labor market data, employer outreach and customized workforce solutions, and Small Business Development Center, which offers expert guidance, workshops and resources to help local entrepreneurs and small businesses launch, grow and thrive.
Dr. Lisa Rhine, President of Yavapai College, said, “Our mission is to ensure accessible, affordable education that empowers our communities and leads to sustainable, living-wage careers right here in Yavapai County.”
Together with the One-Stop Centers, these YC programs create a seamless ecosystem of support for both job seekers and employers, making it easier than ever to access tools for economic success under one roof.
YC said it adds $203.7 million to the Yavapai County economy annually, and for every $1 that students invest in their education, they receive a return of $7.80 in future lifetime earnings.
ARIZONA@WORK is Arizona’s statewide workforce development network, dedicated to helping employers recruit, train and retain qualified workers, while supporting job seekers with a full range of employment services.
These include job matching, career guidance and assessment, workshops, posting resumes on a statewide database, customized skills training and education and job hiring events. Additional services for employers include job posting, candidate matching and special recruitment services.
The Yavapai County one-stop system operates under a dual framework of oversight:
At the state level, the Workforce Arizona Council sets strategic direction under the governor’s leadership.
Locally, the Yavapai County Workforce Development Board brings together a diverse group of leaders from businesses, nonprofits and public agencies to ensure programs are tailored to meet the specific needs of the county’s economy.
The Prescott Valley location of ARIZONA@WORK is at 3262 Bob Dr.
