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OED outlines citywide workforce strategy emphasizing youth pathways and clean-energy jobs
Summary
The Office of Economic Development presented a 2026 workforce strategy focused on coordination across 11 departments, youth pathways and utilities (clean energy), cited early pilots like Next Move Seattle, and highlighted FEPP levy alignment and a Ready to Work career-pathway refinement for immigrant jobseekers.
The Office of Economic Development on Friday presented a citywide workforce strategy that aims to move Seattle from fragmented workforce investments toward coordinated implementation across departments and regional partners.
Acting OED Director Beto Yarsay and workforce staff described work begun in 2025 to convene more than 11 departments, set SMART goals, and align training with employer demand. OED staff said the 2026 strategy centers on…
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