AGENCY

Office of Economic and Workforce Development

OEWD strives to create a thriving and resilient economy, where barriers to economic and workforce opportunities are removed, and prosperity is shared equitably by all.

AGENCY

Office of Economic and Workforce Development

OEWD strives to create a thriving and resilient economy, where barriers to economic and workforce opportunities are removed, and prosperity is shared equitably by all.

Roadmap to San Francisco's future

Mayor Breed has laid out her vision for the City's economic future.Learn more

Office of Small Business Division

San Francisco's central point of information for small businesses.

Workforce Development Division

Get trained and connected to sustainable jobs with career growth opportunities.

Community Economic Development Division

Learn about programs and investments in San Francisco's business corridors, public spaces, and commercial centers.

Calendar

Full calendar

PAST CALENDAR

July 26

July26

Meeting

CCWA Working Group #1: Coordination of Partners' Plans and Priorities

Friday, July 26, 2024

9:30 am

July 24

July24

Meeting

Committee on City Workforce Alignment Meeting Working Group 5: Enable Data-Sharing for Better Coordination Between Workforce & Other Systems

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

9:30 am

View of Thrive City at the Chase Center at OEWD's Healthcare Academy Career and Training Fair

Connecting job seekers and employers

Through WorkforceLinkSF, San Francisco job seekers and employers get matched with each other based on skillset and interest. Create an account to find a job or post an open position today.Go to WorkforceLinkSF

Resources

Partner with OEWD

Bid opportunities

Learn about bid and funding opportunities from the Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD)

Become a City Supplier

Businesses that are Suppliers can apply for and receive certain grants and contracts with the City.

For small businesses and entrepreneurs

Office of Small Business

San Francisco's central point of information for small businesses.

Visit the Permit Center

The Permit Center offers in-person Over-the-Counter (OTC) permits and services.

Economic programs for the Dream Keeper Initiative

Find programs that foster economic mobility, entrepreneurship and support small business.

For workers and job seekers

Workforce Development Division

We train and connect San Franciscans to sustainable jobs with career growth opportunities and promote prosperity for all residents, including the unemployed, underemployed, and hard-to-employ residents.

Find job training and support by industry

Learn about zero-cost job training programs and career services for San Francisco's key industries.

Get job and career services

The City offers a full range of job and career services to San Francisco residents through job centers, training programs, and an online jobs portal.

Workforce programs for the Dream Keeper Initiative

Find programs and services that provide education, arts, sector training and career pathways.

For neighborhoods and communities

Community Economic Development

We provide customized support to small businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations in order to strengthen San Francisco neighborhood business corridors, public spaces, and commercial centers.

Community Benefit Districts

A private-public partnership to fund improvements and get customized support in select neighborhoods.

Event production support for the Dream Keeper Initiative

Connect with organizations that offer technical assistance with event production.

Employer services

Business Development

We provide specialized support to address the unique needs of businesses in a variety of key sectors including nonprofits, life sciences, information technology, clean technology, manufacturing, fashion, nightlife, and international commerce.

Get help recruiting employees

Save time and money finding quality workers for your business with personalized, zero-cost recruitment services.

Get help for your business before a layoff

Find out what help is available to you and your employees if your business is facing layoffs or closing.

Comply with the First Source Hiring Program

Learn about program requirements and how to hire for an entry-level job opening.

About

OEWD‘s mission is to advance equitable and shared prosperity for San Franciscans. We support businesses of all sizes, create great places to live and work, and help everyone achieve economic self-sufficiency.

Learn more about us