CENTRAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT REGION
Strengthening communities through workforce development efforts.
WHY WIOA MATTERS
Providing Quality Workforce
The Central Workforce Development Region encompasses 19 counties throughout mid-Missouri, including Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Camden, Cole, Cooper, Crawford, Dent, Gasconade, Howard, Laclede, Maries, Miller, Moniteau, Morgan, Osage, Phelps, Pulaski, and Washington.
Enhancing the Economy
The region houses four comprehensive Job Centers, four satellite locations, an administrative office and a volunteer board all engaged to enhance the regional economy by providing workforce development services and activities for businesses and citizens alike.
Central Region Labor Market Information
The Central Region is comprised of 19 counties. As well as being where the state capital of Jefferson City is located, the region also includes the cities of Columbia and Rolla, which are both home to University of Missouri campuses. Some of the largest employers in the area are health care providers including: Boone Hospital, Phelps County Regional Medical Center, Capitol Region Medical Center and the Fulton State Hospital.
What Our Clients Say
“They have went above and beyond to reach out to help me. I’m blessed to have a place to live and clothes on my back. Workforce Development helped me transform my life.”
– Joseph J.
“This program truly helped me become an LPN and get a wonderful job! Before nursing school, I worked at a retail store and now I am 21 and working at a wonderful clinic doing what I love. I am so thankful!”
-Jayden D.
“Our very first employee who went through the Central Region Missouri Job Center turned out to be a wonderful success. The Job Center walked us through the process of getting him on board, and helped us along the way. It was a win-win for us and for the employee. We look forward to partnering more with the Job Center again.”
– Dale, In2Action
“I have gained so much confidence and self-esteem, and have a renewed motivation to go back into the world.”
– Michelle R.
“The Career Center has always been eager to assist in our hiring needs from posting positions to providing appropriate training solutions.”
-Ron Leonard, Brewer Science, Inc.
“A two year Radiologic Technologist program went by extremely fast. I had the best experience in class and clinical training that led me to my full time job now with SSM Health Medical Group. The Job Center was a huge help for me throughout the two years. Thanks for everything!”
-Amber
Recent News
Rolla Regional Hiring Event Brings Together Job Seekers and Employers
The 2025 Rolla Regional Hiring Event connected 79 job seekers with 39 employers at the National Guard Armory. Hosted by the Rolla Job Center and sponsored by Phelps County Focus, the event offered on-the-spot interviews, networking, and career opportunities.
High School Student Balances Leadership, Learning, and Work (Katie’s Success Story)
High school student Katie Carpenter builds confidence and career skills through a youth work experience program in St. James, Missouri.
Missouri Sees Slight Job Loss and Unemployment Uptick in April 2025
Missouri lost 6,600 jobs in April 2025, with unemployment ticking up to 3.9%. See what’s driving the changes across industries.
Contact Us
1107 Kingshighway, Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 426-6030
sundijo@cwdregion.com
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