Lucas County Department of Planning and Development Employee Directory
Government AdministrationOhio, United States11-50 Employees
The Lucas County Department of Planning and Development is a government administration entity based in Toledo, Ohio, formed in 2014 when the staff of the Lucas County Economic Development Corporation integrated with the Workforce Development Agency to align efforts toward strengthening the local business climate and creating jobs. It operates a program called WorkReady Lucas County, which promotes a skilled workforce and emphasizes the value of the National Career Readiness Certificate, seeking to help job seekers certify their skills and become more competitive in the labor market. The department collaborates with employers to illustrate the positive impact of WorkReady and to bolster workforce development initiatives within the community, addressing the needs of both employers and workers. In addition to its planning and development responsibilities, it serves a regional government role focused on economic growth and workforce readiness, serving the Toledo area under Lucas County. A recent development notes that WorkReady Lucas County participated in a spring Youth Hiring Event hosted by the Lucas County Department of Workforce Development and Toledo Public Schools at the Glass City Center in Toledo.