Job Training Incentive Program

Use of Funds

Funds may be used to pay direct training costs for workers in new jobs including trainee wages for on-the-job training, curriculum development, delivery of training, materials and supplies, training equipment and facilities, and trainer travel and lodging costs. Funds may also be used for assessment, testing and certification costs. Training may be provided in-house, by institutions of higher education, by federal, state, or local agencies, by consultants, or equipment vendors.

Apply

Applications are accepted on a year-round, first-come, first-serve basis contingent on DEED’s receipt of an eligible application and the availability of funding.

Application forms and additional program information are available on the Forms tab.

Application Process

Interested businesses are encouraged to contact DEED to inquire about eligibility and the availability of funding. Once an application is submitted, DEED staff will evaluate and score the application and notify the applicant of approval or denial within 15 days or as soon as reasonably possible after DEED’s receipt of the complete application. Eligible applications with a minimum score of 30 points will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. Additional information on the application process and scoring criteria can be found in the Job Training Incentive Program Guide on the Forms tab.

Format

All requests for funding must be submitted as formal application proposals to DEED’s Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Office on forms provided by DEED. Application forms, along with specific eligibility criteria, guidelines and application instructions can be found on the Forms tab.

Forms

Following are instructions and forms for completing a Job Training Incentive Program grant application.

Job Training Incentive Program Guide

Updated February 2024. This document includes detailed program information and application instructions.

Job Training Incentive Program Application Form

Updated February 2024.

Job Training Incentive Program Eligible Award Calculator

Updated February 2024. This spreadsheet will help businesses determine the size award for which they may be eligible.

Grant Management

Here businesses will find report forms and the program guides that include instructions for managing a Job Training Incentive Program grant and for completing required reports.

Job Training Incentive Program Grantee Handbook

Instructions for managing a grant and for completing the required report forms.

Progress Report

This report is to be submitted by the grantee every six months. It provides a narrative description of how the project is progressing as well as information on jobs created, number trained and trainee demographics.

Financial Report and Request for Reimbursement

This report is to be submitted by the grantee every six months. It provides information on the project costs incurred and a reimbursement request.

Project Cost Documentation Form

This form provides detailed information for the costs reported on the Financial Report.

Project Cost Documentation Form Example

This is an example of a completed Project Cost Documentation form.

Final Report

This report is to be submitted at the conclusion of the project. It provides a narrative description of the project outcomes.

Attestation of Training Received

This form is signed by the trainee and trainer as verification of training provided. There are three versions of the form so that you can use what fits best with the way training is being provided.

• Attestation – Version One (one trainee receiving training from multiple trainers)
• Attestation – Version Two (one trainee receiving training from one trainer)
• Attestation – Version Three (multiple trainees receiving training from one trainer)

Contacts

Each region of the state has an assigned grant coordinator who can answer questions about the Partnership program. Check the map to identify your region and then find your contact. Both our grant coordinators administer projects in the Twin Cities Metro Area.

NOTE: If you are an individual looking for training assistance please contact the Minnesota Dislocated Worker Program, CareerForce, or the financial aid office of the educational institution you are planning to attend.

Address and Email

Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Office
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
180 E 5th St Suite 1200
St. Paul, MN 55101
651-259-7514
deed.mjsp@state.mn.us

Staff Contact List

Jodie Greising, Director
651-259-7517

Brent Carpenter
651-259-7514

Danielle Kressin – Region 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7W, 7E, 11
651-259-7509

Vikki Palony – Region 6W, 6E, 8, 9 & 10, 11
651-259-7524