Business Licensing in Counties & Cities
Depending on the specific city or county your business is located in may require that you obtain a business license in order to comply with local government business laws and regulations. This website provides additional information related to city and county business licensing to assist you with setting up your business.Business Registration System (Business4WV)
Business4WV.com is your online portal to state business services in West Virginia. Start here to establish a new business or bring your out-of-state company to the Mountain State. Return here to keep your business filings current.Business Startup Guide and Forms
This booklet is designed to simplify the process of starting a business in West Virginia. Getting your business off to a good
start depends on you. If you read this information carefully, take each step in order and complete forms accurately, the process will be fast and easy. Don't forget you can also register your business online at www.business4wv.com.Division of Labor Wage Rates
The prevailing wage rates are set for each labor category and classification for each county by the West Virginia Division of Labor, based on standards established by West Virginia Code.Guidelines for Pesticide Recertification Programs
These guidelines specify the items to be included when submitting recertification training programs. Following these guidelines will expedite the review of programs.Job Safety and Health Protection Poster
An employer must post this document educating employees on their right to a safe and healthful workplace.Maximum Wage and Maximum Hours Poster
An employer who employs during any calendar week six or more employees in any one separate, distinct and permanent location as well as, all individuals employed by the State of West Virginia, its agencies and departments, are subject to the Minimum Wage and Maximum Hours Law.Meal Breaks Poster
This is H.B. 4140 that outlines the meal breaks requirement for employers.OSHA Consultation Services Highlights
This document highlights the benefits of the free Occupational Safety and Health Consultation service offered by the WV Department of Labor.Pesticide Technician Training Requirements
All non-certified employees of businesses performing pesticide applications in West Virginia must be trained as Registered Technicians. Each business is responsible for ensuring that all such employees successfully complete a verifiable training program approved by the West Virginia Department of Agriculture within 30 days of hire. This guide explains the requirements and provides options for developing a program.Region 2 Operational and Strategic Plan
This is the South Western West Virginia, Region 2, Operational and Strategic Plan for the period of July 1, 2004 - June 30, 2009. This includes the counties of Boone, Cabell, Lincoln, Logan, Mingo, Putnam, Wayne, and the City of Huntington. This plan, enforces Region 2 Workforce Investment Board to forecast, fulfill, and monitor the education and skill needs of employers and individuals in order to meet the needs of both sets of customers. Region 2 Operational Plan
This document is the South Western West Virginia, Region 2, Operational and Strategic Plan for the period of July 1, 2004 thru June 30, 2009. This involves the counties of Boone Cabell, Lincoln, Logan, Mingo, Putnam, Wayne and the City of Huntington. Region 2 Strategic Plan
This is the South Western West Virginia Region 2 Workforce Investment Board Strategic Plan. Then Plan is a regional tool providing quantitive and qualitive analysis of the region's labor market and workforce investment challenges.State of the Workforce Report
This report has three different section and some appendixes. that it reports on. Section one consist of Business Survey Analysis, Sect two is the Regional Profile. Section three is the Labor Market Impacts of Small Business and the Shadow Economy. State Set-Aside Funds Legal Notice
The purpose of this legal notice is to connect economic, education and workforce development activities that prepare workers to succeed in the 21st century. Training Provider Search
You can use this feature to browse the listing of occupational training providers that have been approved through the federal Workforce Investment Act. You will be able to view detailed information about each training provider as well as the occupational training courses they can offer to you. To find out more about how to access these courses, please contact one of our local offices.Wage Payment and Collection Act Poster
An employer must post this document to educate employees on the Wage Payment and Collection Act.West Virginia Workforce Investment Legislation
West Virginia Workforce Investment Act. Goes over the Duties of the investment council, different state agencies that it effects and duties of the commission. Workforce Development Sites
Visit this website to learn more about the workforce development sites available to assist employers identify and locate qualified job seekers.Workforce West Virginia Calendar of Events
Keep up to date on all of the latest job fairs, training opportunities, employer training events, etc. by accessing the Workforce WV calendar of events. |