Committees
The work of the Tennessee State Workforce Development Board is guided by three committees and an Executive Committee, which is led by the Chair, Vice Chair, and Committee Chairs. The Executive Committee oversees Board affairs between meetings, ensures compliance with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (P.L. 113-128) and related regulations, and carries out duties specified in the bylaws. It may also make recommendations to the Board but must follow the Board's direction, bylaws, and policies. The Board has three standing committees, Oversight, Innovation, and Operations. Each is led by a Chair, a Vice Chair, a Staff Liaison, and select board members. These committees meet at least four times annually before full board meetings or at the Board Chair's discretion.
Oversight Committee
Responsibilities are as follows:
- Advise the Governor on program and policy changes under WIOA
- Lead the development, maintenance and modification of State, regional and local plans
- Serve as an advisor to review statewide program alignment
- Review and make recommendations on program funding allocations
- Lead review of statewide Workforce System
Operations Committee
Responsibilities are as follows:
- Oversee the continuous improvement of WIOA programs and activities
- Be the lead monitor of State performance/accountability
- Be the lead coordinator of policies and provision of WIOA services
- Review and make recommendations for performance reporting, including Labor Market Information
Innovation Committee
Responsibilities are as follows:
- Identify and share Workforce System best practices
- Develop strategies for technology alignment and integration
- Be the lead reviewer of service-model strategies in WIOA programs
- Oversee all WIOA Youth program initiatives