Missouri’s labor market exhibited robust growth in February 2025, with significant job additions across various sectors. The state’s nonfarm payroll employment rose by 12,500 jobs, maintaining the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate at 3.7 percent....
Each April, the U.S. recognizes Second Chance Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the challenges justice-involved individuals face when reentering society. For those of us in workforce development, this is a crucial opportunity to emphasize dignity,...
Finding and retaining employees is a challenge for many industries, particularly those with nontraditional work schedules or specialized skill needs. In Lebanon, Missouri, where manufacturing has historically dominated the job market, workforce professionals have been...
The Central Workforce Development Region recently assisted in the Royal Canin hiring event to help employees affected by the upcoming closure of their factory in Rolla. The event featured 16 different employers who were onsite to do one-on-one interviews. Roger...
Scott Sloan, Rolla Job Center Supervisor, was recently named Department of HIgher Education & Workforce Development (DHEWD) Employee of the Month in recognition of his outstanding dedication to workforce development. Jennifer Taylor, Regional Manager/JVSG...
