A PLAN TO Develop, Recruit And Retain Oklahoma's Workforce

PURPOSE &MISSIONOklahoma’s Works TogetherIdentify and propose recommendationsand workforce strategies that provideOklahoma with a highly-effective andmarketable workforce developmentsystem.

HISTORICAL TIMELINE OF EFFORTDecember 2018: Dave Stewart chosen for executive transition team to leadWorkforce Development with a directive to create a model that wouldestablish credibility for Oklahoma's Workforce System.August 2019: Oklahoma Works Together Strategic Framework submitted toGovernor Stitt and Secretary KouplenAugust 2019: Oklahoma Works Together Plan presented at GovernorsSummit for Workforce & Economic Development and endorsed byGovernor Stitt and Secretary Kouplen per workforce proclamationA Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCEJanuary – August 2019: Committee meets monthly to developrecommendations and strategies based on best practices.PRESENTATIONAugust 2019January 2019: Oklahoma Works Together Committee formed.3

The Committee was formed on January 9, 2019 and includes the following members:COMMITTEEMEMBERSDAVID STEWART (Chair)Chief Executive Officer and Trustee,Oklahoma Ordnance Works AuthorityMidAmerica Industrial Park, Pryor, Okla.THE HONORABLE JOY HOFMEISTERState Superintendent of Public InstructionTONY HUTCHISONSenior Vice Chancellor for Strategic Planningand Analysis, Workforce and EconomicDevelopment at the Oklahoma State Regentsfor Higher EducationDR. DON RALEIGHSuperintendent, Pryor Public SchoolsDR. LARRY RICEPresident, Rogers State UniversityDR. MARCIE MACKState Director, Oklahoma Department of Careerand Technology EducationRICHARD MCPHERSONExecutive DirectorOklahoma Employment Security CommissionMELINDA FRUENDTDirector, Oklahoma Department ofRehabilitation ServicesDON MORRISExecutive Director, Oklahoma Office ofWorkforce DevelopmentLOCAL WORKFORCE BOARD DIRECTOREddie ForemanExecutive Director, COWIBBRENT KISLINGExecutive DirectorOklahoma Department of CommerceKASEY SHRUMSecretary of Science and InnovationAdvisory Members:JOHN HAWKINSBusiness owner and former chair of localNEWIB and former member of Governor’sWorkforce CouncilGLEN HAMMONDSGeneral Counsel, Oklahoma Department ofCareer and Technology EducationBOB KLABENESFormer President, OSU Institute of Technology

STRATEGIC FRAMEWORKA strategic framework was developed by consensus of allcommittee members that implements the following in order tosimplify a complex issue. Efficient: the model emphasizes high-level collaboration thatleverages existing work and resources of engaged stakeholders. Effective: the model is designed to be effective by addressingspecific issues related to a community’s industry ecosystem.A Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCE Locally Focused: the framework is designed so that it can bedriven and applied at the local level by engaged partners.PRESENTATIONAugust 2019 Replicable: the model is designed in a way that can be appliedto any community and industry ecosystem.5

A Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCEPRESENTATIONAugust 2019KEY REQUIREMENTS6

PRESENTATIONAugust 2019Page 13After studying BEST PRACTICES of successful modelsacross the nation and studying, 3rd party objectivedata, the Committee recognized a successfulworkforce plan must have certain characteristics.A Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCEKEYREQUIREMENTS7

Integration of agencies, tribal governments, Workforce Boards,economic developers, and industry related organizations A convener must be identified to lead a group of stakeholdersthat are dedicated to collaboration and cooperation. Accessible, ecosystem based, training developed by business andindustry that leverages existing educational resources and systems A support team to assist regional areas in implementation,coordination, and ongoing performance measurement of the newworkforce model that includes GCWED, EDO,s ODOC, CT An effective strategy for developing the program’s “brandpromise” and execution of a communications plan to launch it asone of the nation’s premier workforce programs.PRESENTATIONAugust 2019 Adopted and aligned career pathways in state and regionalecosystems that include on and off ramp capability, articulationopportunities, and focus on locally relevant, industry-based,certifications and degrees.A Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCEKeyRequirementsSummary Strong support from the Governor, execution from the legislatureand public engagement.8

A Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCEPRESENTATIONAugust 2019SYSTEM STRATEGIES9

2. Further leverage OK Works and the Governor’s Council forWorkforce and Economic Development.3. Create a statewide network of advisory councils in eachecosystem driven by Oklahoma Business and Industry leaders.4. Establish branded regional Workforce Centers of Excellencefocused on local demand.PRESENTATIONAugust 2019Pages 15 - 171. Fully leverage Oklahoma’s strong educational infrastructureutilizing existing assets and resources through the statesCareer Tech and Higher Education systems.A Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCESYSTEMSTRATEGIES10

7. Establish a linked data system that collects and links informationfrom education, employment and workforce agencies so thatpolicy makers and state leaders can make more informeddecisions.8. Develop an effective brand and marketing strategy the newworkforce model.9. Support effective intervention strategies which serve the mostat-risk and vulnerable populations aimed at increasingeducation completion, certification attainment and workforceparticipation rates.PRESENTATIONAugust 2019Pages 15 - 176. Establish a “Single Point of Contact” concept which will serveas a single point of entry for workforce related services.A Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCESYSTEMSTRATEGIES5. Leverage and maximize existing resources and assets to supportthe workforce effort.11

A Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCEPRESENTATIONAugust 2019COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS12

1. Further leverage the new Individual Career Academic Plan (ICAP) and OKPage 183. Provide ongoing and unified professional development training to localand state workforce boards, economic developer’s and local workforceadvisory groups.4. Establish a Single Point of Contact in each identified workforce area thatserves existing and prospective employers workforce needs bycoordinating resources and services.5. Broaden the definition and expand eligibility of concurrent enrollment toinclude college-readiness courses, industry certifications and microcredentials.6. Increase education/training participation rates of underserved anddisengaged populations by supporting and leveraging programming targetingminorities, at-risk populations and the formerly incarcerated.PRESENTATIONAugust 2019RECOMMENDATIONS2. Provide centralized support to assist economic development groups toestablish local workforce advisory teams across the state through aconsortium of state and regional staff from Dept. of Commerce, Office ofWorkforce Development, State Dept. of Career Tech and OklahomaManufacturing AllianceA Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCECOMMITTEEEDGE programs by supporting new and innovative career awareness,character education and college preparation initiatives.13

A Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCEPRESENTATIONAugust 2019CENTERS FOR WORKFORCEEXCELLENCE14

CENTER FOR WORKFORCE EXCELLENCE EFFORT TIMELINEAugust 2019: Initial draft presented at Governors Summit forWorkforce & Economic DevelopmentJune 2020: Final application guide and rubric released to thepublic by State Department of Career and Technology Ed.July 2020: First round of application (9) received for evaluationand consideration.A Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCEJanuary – March 2020: Five workshops held across the state toroll out plan and provide assistance to interested communities.PRESENTATIONAugust 2019January 2020: Application plan for communities to apply forCenter for Workforce Excellence developed by Committee.15

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NEXT STEPSMoving forward the committee will focus on the following: Approve Center of Excellence applications Develop brand and marketing strategy Develop benchmarks to evaluate performanceA Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCE Create a structure for continuous improvementPRESENTATIONAugust 2019 Establish support strategies to ensure success17

A Strategic Framework forOKLAHOMA’S WORKFORCEPRESENTATIONAugust 2019QUESTIONS?18

3. Provide ongoing and unified professional development training to local and state workforce boards, economic developer's and local workforce advisory groups. 4. Establish a Single Point of Contact in each identified workforce area that serves existing and prospective employers workforce needs by coordinating resources and services. 5.