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          "text": "<p>Our work at the New Orleans Workforce Development Board centers around the need to build a collaborative, customer focused system that meets the needs of the business community and job seekers across all populations. Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 (WIOA), Equus Workforce Services (EWS) is responsible for the delivery of services to Adults, Dislocated Workers and Youth populations within the local workforce area. As the Operator of JOB1, we are responsible for collaborating with partners to serve shared clients through coordinated service delivery.</p><p>We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.</p>",
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          "text": "<p>All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</p><div sr-tagline=\"\"></div><p><em>Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.</em></p><p><em>When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.</em></p><p><em>At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.&#xa0;All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.</em></p>",
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