Located in:
- III. Operational Planning ElementsThe Unified or Combined State Plan must include an Operational Planning Elements section that support the State’s strategy and the system-wide vision described in Section II.(c) above. Unless otherwise noted, all Operational Planning Elements apply to Combined State Plan partner programs included in the plan as well as to core programs. This section must include—
- b. State Operating Systems and PoliciesThe Unified or Combined State Plan must include a description of the State operating systems and policies that will support the implementation of the State strategy described in Section II Strategic Elements . This includes—
- b. State Operating Systems and Policies
III. b. 1. B. Data-collection and Reporting Processes Used for All Programs and Activities, Including Those Present in One-stop Centers*.
Current Narrative:
B) Data-collection and Reporting Processes - All Programs and Activities
AJC is utilized not only for case management but also for common data collection, information management, and U.S. DOL reporting for WIOA, Wagner-Peyser and Trade Adjustment Act programs. America’s Job Link Alliance, the AJC vendor, is responsible for providing upgrades to its DART (Data Analysis and Reporting Tool) system, which collects common measure data for Wagner-Peyser reporting. DES/DERS is responsible for developing policies and training for LWDA staff to ensure accurate and timely data collection. To ensure data integrity, the State reviews each LWDA’s performance on a quarterly schedule, utilizing the mathematical Data Reporting Validation System (DRVS). This program detects and calculates performance warnings and rejects errors in the local data. DES staff works throughout the year with LWDAs to review WIOA performance data and assist LWDAs in improving program operations and data collection accuracy. DES/DERS also staffs an integrated, cross-functional help desk that serves WIOA, Wagner-Peyser, Unemployment Insurance Tax and Wage, Labor Exchange, Unemployment Insurance Benefits, SNA E&T Program, and TANF/Jobs clients statewide.