Clinton County’s Workforce Resources Are Designed to Develop Skilled Employees Quickly
Clinton County is rooted in a long history of manufacturing. Companies have always built things here. Our workforce has adapted to use the latest technologies and support shifts within manufacturing, distribution, and technology companies, thanks to a responsive workforce training ecosystem. Let’s discuss the workforce training your employees need.
“We never lost our manufacturing base. We replaced the legacy things with new sectors and new manufacturers. So we've never lost that manufacturing culture, where you get up in the morning and go to work. And that's hard to quantify, but it has a very real positive impact for employers here, because we have that culture, that ethic, and that's very hard to get back once you lose it.”
– Garry Douglas, President/CEO of North Country Chamber of Commerce

Veterans Transition to Civilian Work in Clinton County, NY
The Next Move NY program connects businesses with transitioning Fort Drum soldiers with expertise in aviation, logistics, and information, along with their spouses. This program provides veterans with a clear transition path while providing Clinton County businesses with a steady pipeline of highly qualified and dedicated employees.
Workforce Training Programs
From K-12 connectivity to technical college and higher education partners, Clinton County’s educators are focused on what happens after graduation. Students are prepared to enter the workforce and excel in their chosen profession by leveraging the many workforce training resources available within Clinton County.
- Institute for Advanced Manufacturing (IAM) at Clinton Community College
- CV-TEC
- SUNY Plattsburgh
- OneWorkSource