Located in:
- III. Operational Planning Elements
The Unified or Combined State Plan must include an Operational Planning Elements section that supports the State’s strategy and the system-wide vision described in Section II(c) above. Unless otherwise noted, all Operational Planning Elements apply to Combined State Plan partner programs included in the plan as well as to core programs. This section must include—
- b. State Operating Systems and Policies
The Unified or Combined State Plan must include a description of the State operating systems and policies that will support the implementation of the State strategy described in section II Strategic Elements. This includes—
- b. State Operating Systems and Policies
III. b. 3. A. State Agency Organization
Describe the organization and delivery systems at the State and local levels for the programs covered in the plan, including the organizational structure. Include an organizational chart.
Current Narrative:
WorkForce West Virginia (WFWV) is the state agency responsible for the administration and oversight of all WIOA programs under Title I and III. The West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS), is the state agency responsible for the administration and oversight of WIOA programs under Title IV. Title II Adult Education is administered under the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE).
All agencies work closely with the state workforce development board, referred to in West Virginia Workforce Development Board (WVWFDB). The WVWFDB advises the Governor on workforce priorities and initiatives while also overseeing workforce activities managed regionally by LWDB’s. A few of the many responsibilities the WVWFDB is charged with includes: developing opportunities for West Virginians to gain employment and earn competitive wages, developing and implementing workforce solutions based on the input of representatives and LWDBs around the state, addressing West Virginia’s workforce needs through efficient workforce training and development programs. The WVWFDB also works with WVDE and DRS in developing and implementing the federally mandated state plan under WIOA. As to the LWDBs, West Virginia has a total of seven designated local regions with a LWDB in each. LWDBs are responsible for the oversight of funds and activities, delivering career assessment, job search, and education and training related services through organizations identified and established by the board.
The Executive Branch of West Virginia’s State Government is headed by the State’s elected Governor, who directly oversees several State Departments, Bureaus, Commissions, and other Boards and Councils. The implementation of WIOA in the State of West Virginia is carried out by two departments: The Department of Commerce and The Department of Education.
The Department of Commerce consists of nine agencies, including the Development Office; Division of Forestry; Geological and Economic Survey; Division of Labor; Office of Miners’ Health, Safety, and Training; Division of Natural Resources; West Virginia Tourism Office; the West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services; and WorkForce West Virginia. WFWV provides workforce development services statewide, at 18 American Job Centers distributed through seven geographic regions.
The West Virginia Department of Education consists of the State Board of Education, Office of the Superintendent’s Office and the following divisions: Teaching & Learning, Support & Accountability, and Technical Education & Governor's Economic Initiatives. The Division of Technical Education & Governor's Economic Initiatives houses the Office of Adult Education.
