Business Solutions

We offer a wide range of services to help businesses solve their human resource challenges below.  Click on a link to find out more about our services.

Contact the One-Stop Business Solutions Team and let our Team help yours.  

Mollie Patshkowski
130 S Arthur St.
Spokane WA  99202

(509) 532-3130
Fax (509) 532-3082
mpatshkowski@esd.wa.gov 

Recruitment
On The Job Training
Short Term Employment
Support For Workers
Training & Retention Opportunities
Layoffs

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FAQs

1. Who do I contact to help my business fill new workforce requirements?
   The Business Solutions Team at the WorkSource center will assist businesses in developing and implementing a recruiting strategy to meet new business needs..  Please contact our team at (509) 532-3186.
   
   
2. Who do I contact to discuss training options for my employees?
   Business Solutions Team staff at the WorkSource center will work with individual businesses to help determine where to access the best training assistance to meet your business needs.  Please contact our team at (509) 532-3186.
   
   
3. How do I get information on workforce resources available to help me start a business in Spokane?
   The Business Solutions Team at the WorkSource center will direct you to local resources available which help individuals successfully launch their businesses. (509) 532-3186.
   
   
4. I am considering moving my business to the Spokane area.  Who can provide relocation assistance and information on regional workforce capability and availability?
   Spokane offers a variety of resources to help businesses make a successful transition to this area.  Greater Spokane Incorporated, our local economic development organization, is available to offer assistance and can be reached at (509) 624-1393. The Spokane Area Workforce Development Council collaborates to provide workforce data and access to other resources.  Please contact us at (509) 625-6214.
   
   
5. I am reducing my business staff and need transition assistance for dislocated employees.  Who can assist me?
   The Spokane Area Workforce Development Council coordinates the delivery of services to companies impacted by downsizing and provides information to affected workers.  Please contact the Business Solutions Team at (509) 532-3186.
   
   
6. Where can I get information regarding average wages in the Spokane area?
   The Spokane Area Workforce Development Council and the Business Solutions Team offer labor market information and products including wage and benefits data, job listings and vacancy reports, and other tools to aid in decision making by businesses.  Please contact our team at (509) 532-3186.