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The First Source Ordinance is a public regulation  that encourages contractors and beneficiaries to hire DeKalb County residents for at least 50% of jobs funded by county resources.

WorkSource DeKalb (WSD) manages the First Source Registry, a database of qualified and trained local candidates, and helps employers find the right talent to meet their workforce needs.

WorkSource DeKalb (WSD) manages the First Source Registry, a database of qualified and trained local candidates, and helps employers find the right talent to meet their workforce needs.

How WorkSource DeKalb Supports Employers

  • Pre-screening: Ensure only the most qualified candidates are recommended for interviews.
  • Job fairs: Advertise and host on-site or at WSD offices.
  • Position marketing: Serve as the first point of contact between employers and prospective employees.
  • Computer Access: Provide technology resources for current and future employees.
  • Supportive Services: Assist new hires with onboarding and other needs
Who Qualifies?

To receive recruitment support, hiring contractors or beneficiaries must:

  • Be recipients of county revitalization grants or contracts of $50,000 or more.
  • Include purchase orders, construction projects, professional, or consulting services funded by DeKalb County.
Key Terms
  • First Source

    A public regulation requiring qualified contractors and beneficiaries to hire at least 50% DeKalb County residents through the First  Source Registry. 
  • Contractor

    Any individual or entity entering into a county agreement – purchase order, construction, professional, or consulting services – funded wholly or partly by County funds, with $50,000 or more in committed expenditures.
  • Beneficiary

    An immediate recipient of urban redevelopment or community development block funds administered by the County, with $50,000 or more in funding. 
  • First Source Registry:

    A candidate database of employable DeKalb County residents used to fill jobs created or maintained by public funding.
Benefits of the First Source Ordinance
  • Pre-screened, qualified candidates for interviews
  • Space for orientations, job fairs, and interviews
  • Advertising and administration of job fairs
  • Computer access for employees
  • Access to trained and local candidates
For More Information

Contact the Business Solutions Team:

Email: WSDbusiness@dekalbcountyga.gov

Phone: 404-687-3400

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