DUTIES : The work2future Board provides strategic planning, policy development and oversight of the local workforce investment systems; approves the disbursement of funds; and oversees and coordinates youth activities through the Youth Council. Its mission is to respond to business needs, and prepare job seekers for full time unsubsidized employment.

RELATIONSHIPS : The City serves as fiscal and administrative agent and provides funding for sufficient legal, administrative, clerical and technical support, as well as a Director. Members are appointed by the CLEO (Chief Local Elected Official), the Mayor. The CLEO also ensures that the membership reflects the approved structure outlined in the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 requiring establishment of a Local Workforce Investment Board (WIB). The Board was established in the City of San Jose in 2000.

QUALIFICATIONS : Board membership reflects local businesses and includes a majority representation (51%) of local businesses and also includes representatives from labor organizations; community based organizations; local education agencies; economic development agencies and One Stop Partners.

MEETINGS : The Board meets quarterly on the 3rd Thursday of the month at the Board Room of the San Jose One Stop located at 1290 Parkmoor Avenue, San Jose. In addition, there are four (4) sub committees - the Executive Committee, the Finance Committee, the Operations Committee, and the Youth Council - who meet regularly.

BENEFITS : There is no compensation for Board or sub committee members.

APPOINTMENT PROCESS : Nominations for Board members are submitted by Executive Director to the CLEO and approved by the Mayor and City Council.

ATTENDANCE : Board members are expected to attend all meetings. The Bylaws allow for the termination of a Board member due lacking of attendance at three (3) consecutive meetings during the term of service (July 1 - June 30) or for cause.

For further information about the work2future Board, contact Leslie Hallenbeck at 794-1105.