Launch a Career: Texas Department of Criminal Justice Info Session in Humble
Whether you're looking to begin a meaningful new career or are ready to bring your skills to a mission-driven agency, this upcoming event offers a direct pathway into the field of criminal justice. At the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Information...
Future-Proofing Your Workforce with Registered Apprenticeships
In today’s fast-changing job market, employers across all industries are facing a common challenge: finding and developing skilled talent that can evolve with the demands of the business. One proven solution gaining momentum across Texas and beyond is the Registered...
Rising Costs: How Houston Employers Can Support Employee Financial Wellbeing
Living expenses, health care costs, and education expenses continue to climb year after year, creating new challenges for both employees and employers. While Houston’s cost of living remains slightly lower than the national average, that margin is narrowing. Rising...
Preparing for Success: Employer Checklist for Job Fairs
Job fairs are an excellent opportunity for employers to meet a wide range of local candidates in one place. But seeing results from a job fair doesn’t happen by chance, it requires preparation and strategy. To help you maximize your investment, here’s a step-by-step...
Workforce Solutions Spotlights IT Jobs at the Bytes and Hires Fair
Houston-area job seekers interested in advancing their careers in information technology and professional fields are invited to attend Bytes and Hires: Connecting IT and Professional Careers Across Industries, hosted by Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast. This hiring...
July Job Losses Surpass 30,000, But Unemployment Remains Low
Employment in the Houston area fell nearly one percent in July, with total job losses reaching 30,500, according to figures released by Workforce Solutions – Gulf Coast. The decline was largely tied to the end of the academic year, which typically brings seasonal...
Bytes and Hires: Connecting IT and Professional Careers Across Industries
Houston-area job seekers interested in advancing their careers in information technology and professional fields are invited to attend Bytes and Hires: Connecting IT and Professional Careers Across Industries, hosted by Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast. This hiring...
Community Job Fair Connects Houston-Area Job Seekers with Employers
The World Harvest Outreach Seventh-day Adventist Church partnered with Workforce Solutions in 2023 to host a community job fair, bringing together employers from across the Greater Houston area and providing local residents with direct access to hiring opportunities....
5 Reasons Employers Should Invest in On-the-Job Training for New Hires
Attracting and keeping qualified employees is one of the toughest challenges facing Gulf Coast businesses today. Employers need strategies that build skills while meeting business goals. On-the-Job Training (OJT) is a proven, cost-effective way to train new...
On-the-Job Training (OJT) for the Production Industry: Bridging the Skills Gap
The manufacturing and production industry is still grappling with significant labor shortages. According to the Census Bureau’s Quarterly Survey of Plant Capacity Utilization (QSPC), data through Q3 2024 reveals that about 20.6% of U.S. manufacturing plants unable to...
Heat Wave Heroes Bring Relief to Seniors and Veterans in the Houston Area
As extreme summer temperatures blanket Greater Houston, local organizations have united to deliver not just comfort, but life-saving relief. The Heat Wave Heroes initiative, a partnership between Workforce Solutions, the Gulf Coast Workforce Board, Fox 26, and local...
35 Years of the ADA: Expanding Access and Opportunity in the Workplace
July marked the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a landmark civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on disability and ensures equal access to employment, education, and public life. Since its passage in 1990, the ADA has...
Maximizing Your Company’s Presence at a Job Fair: A Quick Guide
Participating in a job fair can be a powerful opportunity to connect with potential candidates, promote your brand, and strengthen recruitment efforts. To make the most of your company’s presence, it’s essential to be proactive, welcoming, and well-prepared. Here's...
Creating a Culture of Inclusive Leadership: 3 Practical Strategies
Regardless of your company’s size, fostering inclusive leadership is key to improving employee participation, engagement, and retention. Inclusive environments recognize and amplify each team member’s unique strengths. Inclusive leadership is reshaping traditional...
Community Comes Together at Turnaround Job & Readiness Fair
The recent Turnaround Job & Readiness Fair in Houston brought together organizations from across the city, all focused on one common goal: empowering individuals with the resources, confidence, and connections they need to find meaningful employment. Among the...
Hiring Smarter with Skills-Based Job Descriptions
Finding the right candidate doesn’t have to feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. A skills-based job description, focused on what candidates can actually do rather than degrees or job titles, makes hiring simpler, more inclusive, and more effective....
Meet Mark Guthrie: A Steady Hand at the Helm of Workforce Development
For more than two decades, Mark Guthrie has played a vital role in shaping the Gulf Coast’s workforce strategies. As the current Chair of the Gulf Coast Workforce Board, a position he’s held since March 2013, Guthrie brings a deep commitment to local decision-making...
Why Purpose is Your Ultimate Talent Magnet in Today’s Workforce
In an era marked by high quit rates and fierce competition for skilled workers, organizations are finding that traditional incentives like pay and flexibility are no longer enough. Employees today are seeking more than a paycheck, they’re looking for purpose. A...
Why More Employers Are Turning to On-the-Job Training (OJT) for New Hires
When bringing on new team members, companies often face a critical decision: how best to train them efficiently and affordably. While traditional training methods, such as workshops led by external providers or standardized online courses, have long been the norm,...
Weak June Hiring Indicates Slowing Labor Market
Houston-area employers added just 2,300 new workers in June, according to figures released by Workforce Solutions – Gulf Coast. It’s the second month in a row that the number of jobs added has been “substantially below the long-term average.” Government and...