The unemployment rate in the Heart of Texas region rose to 3.5% in May, with 200 jobs added over the month for the Waco Metropolitan Area, according to TexasLMI.com. The 3.5% unemployment rate for May was comprised of 7,159 unemployed residents and 1,045 continued unemployment claims. Click here to read more https://lnkd.in/gKEA35kS
Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas
Staffing and Recruiting
Waco, Texas 1,000 followers
Linking Jobseekers and Employers
About us
Mission: To provide a well-trained workforce for employers in order to ensure the economic growth of the region. Vision: A highly valued workforce system that meets the economic demands of the Heart of Texas communities. We provide comprehensive services to Employers and Job Seekers in the Heart of Texas region. We help employers find quality candidates by providing services that include: candidate referrals, customized job training programs, job listings, job fair assistance, labor market information, testing and assessment, outplacement services, and layoff aversion strategies. We help job seekers find and retain employment by providing services that include job referrals, job application assistance, job readiness and job search workshops, career exploration, child care assistance, unemployment insurance information, and GED assistance. We proudly serve the counties of Bosque, Falls, Freestone, Limestone, Hill, and McLennan.
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http://www.hotworkforce.com
External link for Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas
- Industry
- Staffing and Recruiting
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Waco, Texas
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Specialties
- Employer Services, Job Seeker Services, Youth Services, and Veteran Services
Locations
Employees at Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas
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George Dimotakis
President & CEO, PDDG
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Bill Gleason
Business Solutions Supervisor for Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas
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Jose Palacios
Project Manager at Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas
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Anthony Billings
Executive Director at Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas
Updates
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🎉 We're thrilled to announce that our Business Solutions team was named the American Job Center (AJC) Business Services Unit (BSU) Team of the Year by the Texas Veterans Commission. This award recognizes our team’s exceptional dedication to providing top-tier employment, training, and placement services to veterans. Congratulations to our Business Solutions team for their exemplary service and being awarded Team of the Year! 🌟
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TWC Executive Director Ed Serna joined Spectrum News 1 Texas to share #AI job trends and how #TWC uses artificial intelligence to help assist #Texans. 🤖 💻 Watch the full interview here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gTSQZGWK #InFocus #EmergingTech #TXworkforce #TXbusiness
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The Heart of Texas region experienced a 0.4% uptick in its unemployment rate compared to January. February's rate of 4.2% comprised of 7,633 unemployed individuals, with 999 ongoing unemployment claims. The Waco Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) saw positive job growth, adding 800 new positions. Read more at https://bit.ly/3x59uDx
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The unemployment rate for the Heart of Texas region saw a moderate increase (.7% from December) for the month of January, according to TexasLMI.com. At 3.8%, this rate is comprised of 6,932 unemployed residents, with 1,002 continuing unemployment claims. The Waco Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) experienced a decrease of 1,700 jobs. For more information visit https://bit.ly/43cosDF.
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Exciting News 🎉 On Feb. 26 the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) awarded $188,887 in Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants to Robinson ISD! This grant will enable 185 students to train as medical assistants, providing them with valuable skills while also addressing the increasing demand for high-skill occupations in our community. The JET Grant facilitates the purchase and installation of equipment necessary for hands-on training in these critical fields. Congratulations, Robinson ISD! Also awarded: -Academy Independent School District (ISD): a $192,850 grant to train 150 students in welding, soldering, cutting, brazing, and farm equipment mechanics in partnership with Temple College. -Temple ISD: a $331,346 grant to train 290 students as licensed vocational nurses in partnership with Temple College.
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Our team had the honor of welcoming Texas Workforce Commission's (TWC) Commissioner Representing Employers, Joe Esparza, to our McLennan County Workforce Solutions Center on Feb. 8. It was an honor to highlight our initiatives and discuss the pivotal role our employers play in our workforce system. Thank you, TWC Commissioner Esparza, for your visit and valuable insights!
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The unemployment rate in the Heart of Texas six-county region decreased to 3.1% in December 2023, marking a 0.1% drop from November 2023. The Waco Metropolitan Area saw a decrease of 300 jobs in December, and a net job growth of 3,600 for 2023. Read more at https://bit.ly/48OMy9C
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The Heart of Texas six-county regional unemployment rate edged down to 3.2% for November, a decrease of .4% from October. Job growth for our region continues to trend upward, with an additional 1,100 jobs added in the month of November. 804 unemployment claims were reported for the month. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gj7mXHbM
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Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas congratulates Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) as the recipient of the Texas Workforce Commission's 2023 Local Employer of Excellence award. This award was presented at the TWC's 26th Annual Texas Workforce Conference, and recognizes employers making a positive impact on workers, the community, and the state through their partnerships with Texas Workforce Solutions. We commend PCA for its outstanding contributions to workforce development and look forward to continued collaboration in shaping the future of the Heart of Texas.