2024 kdoc common reporting information services cris

The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration has awarded a $550,000 Cooperative Agreement to the State of Kansas Department of Commerce to fund the 2024 KDOC Common Reporting Information Services (CRIS) program. This program will provide comprehensive employment services, labor market information, and workforce development assistance to job seekers across Kansas through the state's network of American Job Centers. Key services to be delivered include job search support, career counseling, skills assessments, and job referrals, with the goal of rapidly connecting individuals to employment opportunities and overcoming barriers to workforce participation. The Kansas Department of Commerce will collaborate with local workforce development boards, educational institutions, and community organizations to effectively deliver these critical employment services statewide. The award period for this Cooperative Agreement runs from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025.