Dayton, Ohio – Montgomery County officials have announced a major transition for several key public services, with operations moving to temporary locations beginning in May as plans advance for a new Job and Training Center.
The changes will affect services currently housed at the Job Center located at 1111 S. Edwin C. Moses Blvd. County leaders emphasized that the transition is designed to ensure residents continue receiving support without interruption while long-term improvements move forward.
Services shifting to temporary locations in May
Starting May 4, Adult Career Services will relocate to the Business Solutions Center at 1435 Cincinnati St., Suite 300 in Dayton. At the same time, Youth Career Services will move to the Employment Opportunity Center at 4303 W. Third St. These moves are intended to maintain access to career assistance programs for both adults and young people across the community.
A second phase of the transition will begin on May 11, when Job & Family Services operations move to the Southview Center at 25 Thorpe Dr. in Dayton. These services include critical support programs such as Food Assistance through SNAP, Cash Assistance, Medical Assistance, Child Care Assistance, Emergency Aid for Needy Families, and Adult Protective Services.
County officials say the relocation follows the recent purchase of land at Forest Park in Harrison Township, where a new Job and Training Center will be developed. The future facility is expected to provide a more modern and connected space for residents seeking assistance.
“This is about making sure people in our community can access the support they need, when they need it,” said Commission President Carolyn Rice. “The Forest Park site gives us room to grow and brings us closer to key county services. With Children Services and the Stillwater Center nearby, we can better connect residents to support, stability and job opportunities, making services easier for families to navigate.”
The county has operated services out of the current Job Center since 1996. However, the building is leased, and officials noted that from 2016 through 2026, the county will have spent about $40.1 million on rent and renovations. Leaders say the move to a new, county-owned facility will help reduce long-term costs while improving service delivery.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed about updates and location changes as the transition continues. Additional details and updates are available online, helping ensure the community can easily find the services they rely on during this period of change.
