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Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas

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Workforce Solutions
Deep East Texas

The mission of Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas is to provide solutions for quality workforce development. Our vision is a regional workforce that is educated, innovative, and highly skilled in areas that match the skill requirement of the region's employers.

  1. 4.9% Unemployment Rate
    September 2024
  2. 4,658 Job Orders in
    Last 12 Months
  3. 1,770 Jobs Filled in
    12 Last Months
  4. 2,885 Average Number
    of Children in Care
    Per Day July 2024

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Unemployment Rate 2024 September

Unemployment Rate Decreased in September

The September Labor Market statistics for the region reflected a rate of 4.9, a drop from the August rate of 5.3. The regional unemployment rate is higher than the rate recorded a year ago (4.8). The September comparison to August labor force increased by 898, the number of workers employed rose by 1,551, and unemployment fell by 653.

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Jobs and Education Forum Jasper

Jobs & Education Forum - Nov. 6

The Jobs and Education Forums are being held to encourage dialogue and gather feedback regarding the mindset in employer/employee relationships. School districts, post-secondary institutions, students, county officials, community organizations, and other community members are invited to participate.

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West Fraser Thompson

2024 Teacher Externship - Strengthening Connections between Public Schools and the Business Community

The fourth annual Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas Teacher Externship took place June 10-14, 2024. Thirteen businesses and 15 teachers from 11 school districts collaborated to better prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s workforce. The Externship’s focus was on high-demand occupations such as manufacturing, healthcare, professional and technical services, and construction.

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Workshops & Hiring Events

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