The Foothills Energy Partnership (FEP) is a regional collaboration among the
Jefferson County Workforce Center, Broomfield Workforce Center, Workforce Boulder County, Economic Development Councils, Community Colleges and industry partners.
The purpose of the Foothills Energy Partnership is to meet industry expectations in the development of a renewable energy workforce, including job skills and career training.
FEP provides a variety of resources to both businesses and job-seekers, and responds to green industry needs within the renewable energy sector.
Our services for businesses:
- One-on-one business consultation to determine needs and goals
- Access to hiring and training incentives and cost-saving programs
- Pre-screening and assessment of candidates to fill green jobs
- Customized hiring events
Our services for job-seekers:
- Informational sessions highlighting education/training programs and green industry opportunities
- Online resources and information about the renewable energy sector
- Tuition assistance for eligible candidates
- CareerReady Colorado (CRC)
- Assessments and Certification
Energy Scholarships
Whether you are learning new skills or retraining current employees, we may provide funding to get the training you need. Eligible training programs are selected and approved by business leaders on the State Business Advisory Council.
For more information to see if your business qualifies for employee training please contact:
Debbie Beckley
303-271-4718
DBeckley@jeffco.us
Education
Renewable Energy industry education is a main objective of the Foothills Energy Partnership. FEP offers various Renewable Energy Workshops bringing green industry renewable energy businesses together with prospective employees and those looking to gain entrance into this industry. If you are a student, jobseeker, or business and want to learn more about the renewable energy industry, please contact:
Derek Duran
303-271-4720
Dduran@jeffco.us
Addtional Renewable Energy Resources:
Green Careers Colorado
Governor’s Energy Office
National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
Department of Energy
Colorado Renewable Energy Society (CRES)
Colorado Renewable Energy Collaboration
O*NET Green Jobs
Colorado Cleantech Industry Association
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Laramie Building • 3500 Illinois Street Golden, CO 80401 • 303-271-4700 • 800-659-3656 TTY|TDD • Contact Us
Jefferson County Workforce Center is an equal opportunity program; auxiliary services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.