The Bay Consortium
Resources
Find tools, training programs, employer guides, and regional planning resources — all in one place. Select a category below to get started.
VA Career Works
Your gateway to employment and labor market information in Virginia.
VEC Unemployment Insurance
File an initial or weekly/continued claim for Unemployment Insurance through VEC.
My Skills My Future
Explore new career options and expand your job search.
Virginia Wizard
Explore the world. Choose right. Your next step for college, career, and the workforce.
O*NET Online
A tool for career exploration and job analysis.
GCFLearnFree
Free online learning resources covering 200+ topics, 2,000+ lessons, 800+ videos, and interactive games.
Small Business Administration
Federal small business resources, loans, and support for entrepreneurs.
UMW Small Business Dev Center
Free business consulting and training for small businesses in the Fredericksburg region.
VA Dept. for Aging and Rehabilitative Services
Vocational rehabilitation, assistive technology, and employment support for Virginians with disabilities.
Virginia Workforce Connection
Your gateway to employment and labor market information in Virginia.
VirginiaWorks
Demographic, economic, and educational data reports automatically updated — always current.
VEC — Employer Services
Find talent, tax filing/registration, internet appeals, hire a veteran, assistance and incentives, post a job fair, Advisory Committees, and unemployment information.
O*NET Online
A tool for career exploration and job analysis.
VEDP — Virginia Economic Development
Business expansion and location services including workforce incentives, site selection, and customized training funding.
DOL — Disability Employment Policy
U.S. Department of Labor Office of Disability Employment Policy — resources and grants for employers.
Job Accommodation Network
Free guidance on workplace accommodations and ADA compliance to support employees with disabilities.
CareerOneStop
Sponsored by the U.S. DOL — tools for employers to post jobs, find talent, and explore hiring incentives.
IRS Forms for Employers
Access federal tax forms, W-2 filing, 940/941 payroll tax forms, and Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) documentation.
VEC — Employer Tax Resources
Virginia Employment Commission: Tax Filing.
DARS Business Services
Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services: Business Services.
VA Rapid Response
The Virginia Rapid Response program assists businesses and workers affected by layoffs and downsizing.
VA Career Works
Your gateway to employment and labor market information in Virginia.
VA DARS
Provides quality programs and services that empower individuals with disabilities to maximize their employment, independence and full inclusion into society.
Child Support Services
Portal that provides child support services for parents/guardians, and employers.
Dept. of Social Services
Promotes the well-being of children and families statewide (TANF, SNAP, foster care and adoption, medical assistance, EITC, apply for benefits, and find your local department).
Dept. of Veterans Services
Connects Virginia’s veterans and their families to Federal and state benefits, support, quality care and recognition they have earned.
George Washington Region
Northern Neck PDC
