Marin County Wage Information
- Minimum Wage Stay informed about the current minimum wage laws in Marin County, including links to state and local resources.
- Living Wage Ordinance Marin's Living Wage Ordinance applies to those doing business with the County of Marin under a contract with a cumulative annual amount of more than $25,000.
Hiring & Training Support
Finding and retaining skilled employees is key to business success. Marin County offers several programs to help employers recruit, train, and support their workforce. Whether you're looking for wage reimbursements, job placement services, or industry-specific training, these resources can connect you with qualified candidates and provide financial incentives to offset hiring costs.
County of Marin Employment and Training Programs
Marin County Health and Human Services, Division of Employment and Training, has programs that match local employers with local jobseekers. Employers who hire from our qualified applicant pool can receive:
- Wage reimbursements to offset the cost of training a new employee
- Support from professional Job Coaches to assist with recruitment, onboarding, and training
- Financial support for program participants to purchase uniforms, tools, certifications, and other items regularly purchased directly by your other employees
For more information, call 415-473-3350, or email the employment counselor office.
CareerPoint North Bay
CareerPoint North Bay is a workforce development agency serving Marin, Napa, Mendocino, and Lake counties. They offer multiple services for employers, including:
- Assistance with recruiting, hiring, and training local workers
- Access to local job fairs and hiring events
- Wage reimbursements for on-the-job training (for select candidates)
- Layoff assistance and re-employment services
- Training programs for current employees
For more information, call 707-699-1947, email CareerPoint North Bay or visit the CareerPoint North Bay website.
Marin City Community Development Corporation (Marin City CDC)
Marin City CDC is a community development nonprofit that offers vocational training programs to residents of Marin City and surrounding areas:
- Low or no-cost ServeSafe food handler certificates
- Entry-level and apprentice construction trades training
- Workforce development in customer service, office skills, and more
For more information, call 415-339-2837, email Marin City CDC, or visit the Marin City CDC website.
Community Action Marin
Community Action Marin’s Career and Workforce Program can connect your business to workers recently trained in a variety of industries:
- Early childhood education
- Peer support counseling
- Various skilled trades through CAM’s Professional Coaching program
For more information, email Heather Bettini, Vice President of Programs, or visit the Community Action Marin website.
Canal Alliance
Canal Alliance offers a suite of career training programs for residents of the San Rafael Canal and surrounding areas. Your business can meet, interview, and hire candidates with recently obtained skills in:
- Construction trades
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Finance
- Bus operator
For more information, call 415-306-0464 or visit the Canal Alliance website.
Marin County Office of Education
The Marin County Office of Education provides a variety of Career and Technical Education programs to high-school aged and young adult students in Marin County. The OCE can help connect your business with recent graduates in:
- Automotive Technology
- Medical Assisting
- Construction Trades
- Digital Audio
- Business and Office Skills
Your business can also invest in the next generation of workers, by hosting paid or unpaid internships for students interested in your industry
For more information, call 415-472-4110 or visit the OCE Employer Services website.