Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the cost of using your services?
A: Most of our services are available to you at no cost. In fact, as a business in Frederick County, your taxes fund many of the resources available to you such as the Maryland Workforce Exchange, a job posting/job matching website.
Q: I need to hire an employee. How do I post a job and get access to local candidates?
A: Employers can go directly online to the Maryland Workforce Exchange, enroll as an employer, and begin posting jobs and looking for candidates right away. Candidates using the Maryland Workforce Exchange will then have access to your job announcement and be able to apply using the method indicated in your announcement. You can also search for candidates that match your job posting, or we can match your job order and refer the qualified candidates directly to you for consideration – saving you time and money! Our staff will follow up with you to ensure you are receiving the qualified candidates you need.
Q: I posted a job on the Maryland Workforce Exchange but I would like know more about how to outreach to more candidates.
A: Our staff will follow up with you and provide consultation on additional services and resources available to increase your outreach to finding the right candidates. We have access to over 3000 local job seekers. In addition to job posting capabilities, FCWS is prepared to tailor a recruitment plan that fits your needs. To find out more, please contact us at (301) 600-2255 or email businessinfo@frederickcountymd.gov.
Q: I am a new business and I need to hire my first employee. What do I need to do?
A: The Frederick Entrepreneur Support Network offers a wealth of information on this, from applying for your Federal Employment Identification Number (FEIN), to links to Department of Labor posters. Visit http://www.frederickesn.org/Hiring.html and once you have completed all the necessary paperwork and are ready to post a job, visit www.mwejobs.com or contact Frederick County Workforce Services at 301.600.2255
Q: I see that FCWS has grant funding to help support employee training. How do I access the funds and know if my business qualifies?
A: There is an application process for each of our grant funds. The On-the-Job Training grant comes in the form of a wage reimbursement and can be used in a scenario where an employer needs to hire someone and train them on the job. The Maryland Business Works grant is for current workers of a company who wishes to help them upgrade business and industry related skills. To find out if your company qualifies for any of these funds, please contact us at 301.600.2255.
Q: My business is downsizing. What assistance can you provide?
A: If your business is considering downsizing, please contact us as soon as possible. There may be solutions such as Work Sharing that your company may want to consider as an alternative to layoffs. However, we understand that businesses need to cut costs and downsize occasionally. We can provide outplacement services to you and your employees that include:
- Onsite consultation with your managers and employees
- Onsite workshops in resume writing, interviewing, networking techniques and more
- Skills assessments of your employees
- Career Counseling
- Access to computers, phones, fax, copier, professional staff and seminars on a variety of topics related to job search and career transitioning
- Up to date job listings through the Internet
- Current Labor Market developments and hiring trends
- Financial aid and retraining at local schools
- Training for remaining personnel (provided by FCC Customized Training in partnership with FCWS)
- Coordination with private outplacement organizations
If you have additional questions that have not been addressed here, please contact (301) 600-2255 or businessinfo@frederickcountymd.gov.