From Van Nuys to Sun Valley, the San Fernando Valley has its own network of city, county, and state offices, plus a strong set of job centers and career-training programs. Here’s a local guide to public services and workforce resources in the Valley.
City Hall, Public Safety & Courts
Local government business runs through the City of San Fernando City Hall and Van Nuys City Hall (also home to the San Fernando Valley Neighborhood City Hall / CD6 Field Office). For public safety, the LAPD Van Nuys Community Police Station serves the area, and legal matters are handled at Van Nuys Courthouse East, part of the LA County Superior Court’s Northwest District.
DMV, Libraries & County Services
Renew a license or register a vehicle at the California DMV – Van Nuys Field Office. The Los Angeles Public Library – Van Nuys Branch is a great community resource, and the LA County Department of Public Social Services – East Valley District Office handles benefits and social services for Valley residents.
Job Centers & Career Training in the San Fernando Valley
Job seekers can start at the Northeast San Fernando Valley WorkSource Center / AJCC or the El Proyecto del Barrio – Sun Valley WorkSource OneStop, with unemployment and employment services also available through the EDD Van Nuys / North Sherman Oaks WorkSource Center. For hands-on vocational training, the Valley is home to the North Valley Occupational Center (NVOC) and West Valley Occupational Center – Van Nuys Campus, plus UEI College – Reseda. Community college career services are available at Pierce College Career Center and Los Angeles Mission College Career Center.
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