Visionary Framework

Purpose
Vision
Mission
Stakeholders
Core Values


Purpose

The fundamental reason that Workforce Tulsa exists is:
To be the catalyst for an innovative workforce development system that creates and maintains a globally competitive workforce that supports economic development and self-sufficiency for the citizens of the Tulsa region.

Vision

Our Vision is a comprehensive, integrated service delivery system that prepares individuals for economic prosperity and positions Tulsa for economic progress.

Mission

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The clear and compelling focal point of our efforts is:
To create and sustain a formal workforce development system that facilitates:
  --  Assessing goals and abilities of the workforce
  --  Identifying the needs of employers
  --  Identifying and coordinating resources
In order to enhance the alignment of workforce development services in the Tulsa region.

Stakeholders

  • Job Seekers (see Matrix below), including individuals ready for employment, those needing skills and capacity development, and youth
Job Seeker Matrix
Capacity Development Skills Development
Not in Labor Force Transitional Workforce Emerging Workforce Current Workforce
Retirees Dislocated Workers K-12 Students Employed
Pre-K Unemployed (seeking) Career Tech Students Under-Employed
Unemployed (not seeking) Recent Graduates Two-Year College Students Employed, but need training to be Competitive (Under-skilled)
Incarcerated Out-of-School Four-Year University Students Not Currently in the Region
Disabled Welfare Recipients Part-Time Workers  
  Parolees & Former Inmates    
  • Local Elected Officials
  • Business/Employers
  • Unions
  • All Levels of Education & Training Providers
  • Public/Private Service Providers
  • Board Members
  • Chambers of Commerce & Economic Development Organizations
  • Government
  • Community/Citizens
Core Values

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We believe that the Workforce System must provide value that exceeds cost.  Workforce Tulsa's fundamental Core Values are:

  • To Ensure Accountability
  • To Be Employer Led
  • To Be Workforce Focused
  • To Be Forward Thinking
  • To Support Economic Development
  • To Champion Public/Private Partnerships