Helping Missourians build strong careers is at the core of the Central Region’s mission. Army veteran Eric Fasciotti came to the Columbia Job Center looking for support as he worked toward a career in social work, and his journey shows how steady guidance can make a...
Transitioning from military service to civilian life isn’t always easy, but with the right support, success is possible. That’s exactly what Navy veteran Jake Borleske discovered after connecting with the Rolla Job Center, where dedicated staff helped him turn his...
The Central Workforce Development Region has proudly helped transform Missouri’s workforce through the EDA Good Jobs Challenge Grant — connecting people to training, careers, and brighter futures. In partnership with the City of Springfield’s Department of Workforce...
The Central Workforce Development Region continues to make a powerful impact on Missouri’s workforce. In October, local hiring events in Rolla and Columbia set new records, connecting more job seekers and employers than ever before. These events are part of the...
Savannah Jeffries always knew she wanted to build a career in nursing, but like many working adults, she faced the challenge of balancing full-time work with the demands of school. When she first came to the Miller County Central Region Job Center, she was employed as...
When Alexis Christian walked into the Miller County Central Region Job Center in May 2025, she had just been displaced from her job. Only two days later, she was on her way to a new opportunity through the WIOA Out-of-School Youth (OSY) Work Experience program. Alexis...
