Business Engagement

Six Divisions, One Mission

The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development is made up of six divisions that work together to foster growth, ensure safety, and cultivate success for companies of all sizes. Your local director can connect you with the resources you need in each division.

Adult Education

Tennessee's Adult Education program strengthens the workforce pipeline by assisting current and future employees in earning their diploma; enhancing their basic math, reading, writing, and English skills; building digital literacy and soft skills; and linking them to training and job opportunities.

TOSHA

The Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration (TOSHA) works to ensure the health and safety of Tennessee’s workers through standards enforcement, training, outreach, and education.

WIRED

The Workforce Insights, Research and Reporting Engine Division (WIRED) leverages labor market data and claimant and job seeker data to support data-driven decision-making for employers.

Workforce Services

The Workforce Services Division offers Tennessee employers customized solutions for addressing business needs, including targeted recruitment and talent matching, direct-hiring services, upskilling, and layoff aversion.

Workplace Regulations & Compliance

The Workplace Regulations & Compliance Division is responsible for enforcing labor laws, offering health and safety training to mine workers, and ensuring that unsafe conditions and potential hazards related to the operation of boilers, elevators, and amusement devices are addressed and mitigated.

Unemployment Insurance

Our unemployment insurance specialists can determine your company’s liability, help with filing Wage and Premium Reports, and assist with keeping your employer account in compliance.

Say Goodbye to Workforce Woes

Every day, employers like you breathe life into our economy, propelling the Volunteer State forward with resilience and resolve. We understand that running a business today is challenging — especially when addressing post-pandemic labor shortages — but you’re not alone. At the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development, we’re committed to supporting your vision with solutions tailored to meet your specific needs. As business evolves, so has our department: Our employees are ready to serve as your catalyst for growth. From recruitment support and cutting-edge training solutions to accessing grants and incentives, our services can help guide you toward success. Because when you succeed, Tennessee succeeds.

Public Sector Support for Private Sector Businesses

The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development supports employers navigating each phase of the business life cycle across all industries with strategies, tools, resources, and connections with the right partners.

Local Directors Are Ready to Serve You

Local directors in your region can provide a wealth of connections, resources, and expertise on subjects such as local regulations and labor market conditions. They can also facilitate site visits with relevant partners to assess your needs, including training, recruitment, and soft skills. They'll even help you develop solutions and implement strategies for improvement.

To connect with your local director, please submit the form below or, if you prefer, click here to open the form in a new window.