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Central Missouri Job Center Locations

With 10 different locations throughout the Central Region, we have an excited staff waiting to assist you with all of your employment-related needs.

Job Center Locations

Our Job Centers offer a full range of employment services for job seekers and employers. From job search help and resume building to career counseling and training, we’re here to support every step of your career journey. Employers can also partner with us to find top talent and access workforce development resources.

COLUMBIA JOB CENTER

101 Park De Ville Dr. Ste E
Columbia, MO
573.441.6361
Open Monday-Thursday: 8am-5pm
Open Friday: 9am-4pm

ROLLA JOB CENTER

1107 Kingshighway
Rolla, MO 
573.368.2354
Open Monday-Thursday: 8am-5pm
Open Friday: 9am-4pm

LEBANON JOB CENTER

2639 S. Jefferson Ave. Ste. 1
Lebanon, MO 
417.532-6146
Open Monday-Thursday: 8am-5pm
Open Friday: 9am-4pm

JEFFERSON CITY JOB CENTER

327 East Capitol
Adams St. Entrance
Jefferson City, MO
573.616.1147
Open Monday-Thursday: 8am-5pm
Open Friday: 9am-4pm

Our Missouri Job Center Satellite Locations

Our Satellite Locations offer many of the same services as our main centers but on a smaller scale. These locations provide convenient access to job search tools, resume help, and career advice, making it easier for job seekers in rural or underserved areas to find support. Employers can also connect with us for recruitment assistance.

For questions, contact the Central Workforce Development Board at 573.426.6030. 

LAKE AREA – OSAGE BEACH

State Fair Community College
3797 Osage Beach Pkwy
Osage Beach, MO 65065
Hours: Available by Appointment Only
Contact: referrals@copicinc.org

FT. LEONARD WOOD – PULASKI COUNTY

140 Replacement Avenue
Bldg. 470, Suite 2201
573.596-0294
Hours: 8am-5:00pm
AVAILABLE TO VETERANS ONLY

Job Center Access Points are Also Available

While they don’t offer the full range of services, we partner with local organizations to connect job seekers to training programs and support services that can help overcome employment barriers.

For questions, contact the Central Workforce Development Board at 573.426.6030. 

FULTON – CALLAWAY COUNTY

510 Market Street
Fulton, MO 65251
Hours: Available by Appointment Only
Contact: referrals@copicinc.org

POTOSI – WASHINGTOWN COUNTY

Washington County Industrial Development Authority
501 E. High St.
Potosi, MO 63664
Hours: Available by Appointment Only
Contact: referrals@copicinc.org

MEXICO – THE HELP CENTER

Mexico Help Center
409 Fairground – Mexico
Hours: Available by Appointment Only
Contact: referrals@copicinc.org

BOONVILLE – SFCC CAMPUS

The Kemper Campus
701 Third St. – Boonville
Hours: Available by Appointment Only
Contact: referrals@copicinc.org

JEFFERSON CITY – C&S EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS

1731 Southridge Dr., #A, – Jefferson City
Hours: Available by Appointment Only
Contact: referrals@copicinc.org

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