The CRWDB leads strategic workforce planning, funding, and oversight to connect jobseekers, employers, and training partners in our nine-locality service area. We’re happy to guide you along.
The Crater Regional Workforce Development Board (CRWDB) is the designated regional convener and administrative entity that coordinates workforce training and career services through federal funding from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
We're charged with overseeing and implementing workforce development initiatives and activities throughout the Virginia Career Works – Crater Region.
The CRWDB collaborates with contracted program operators and workforce system partners to assist employers with screening applicants, writing job descriptions, and training new employees. The Board also ensures classes and career services are effectively delivered for Virginia Career Works – Crater Region youth, adults, and businesses.
Our regional board is one of 14 workforce boards throughout Virginia servicing the counties and cities of Colonial Heights, Dinwiddie, Emporia, Greensville, Hopewell, Petersburg, Prince George, Surry, and Sussex.
The Consortium
About the Consortium
The Consortium acts as the governing authority, working with the CRWDB to keep workforce initiatives aligned with regional priorities.
Made up of elected leaders from the nine local jurisdictions, the Consortium offers oversight, direction, and accountability in how federal workforce funds are managed throughout the Virginia Career Works – Crater Region.
Resources
Explore workforce development resources designed for jobseekers, employers, educators, and community partners.
From administrative policies and labor market reports to regional plans and program forms, our resource hub offers helpful tools and information to support your success.
Public Documents
Browse our library of public documents, including meeting notices, strategic plans, requests for proposals (RFPs), policies, and recruitment announcements.
Transparency and accountability are central to our mission. We invite stakeholders to stay informed about the workforce board’s activities.
About Us
At Virginia Career Works – Crater Region, we believe in building stronger communities through workforce development. We craft our programs and partnerships to meet the real-world needs of jobseekers and employers alike. We're passionate about helping you access opportunities or grow your businesses.
The Board and Consortium work together to shape a responsive, inclusive, and forward-looking workforce system.
