Harney County has a diverse and skilled labor force, known for its strong work ethic. Particularly strong are skills in wood processing and manufacturing. A highly educated populace adds potential not often found in small rural communities.

Regional Workforce Investment Board is actively engaged in innovative training programs and school-to-work transition.
 

Training & Employment Consortium is the primary agent for Dislocated Worker Programs, Job Training Partnership Act programs, and employment readiness training.
 

State of Oregon Employment Department provides employment placement services, screens prospective employees for job and experience qualifications, and offers placement of JOBS PLUS clients.  JOBS PLUS is a program that helps employers with payment of wages to any JOBS PLUS employees during a specified training period.
 
Current Harney County Labor Force Information at the Oregon Labor Market Information System (OLMIS)