Houston Labor Market Enters 2026 with Slower Growth and Increasing Sector Divergence

by Staff Writer | Apr 15, 2026 | Industry

Reading Time: 3 minutesHouston’s labor market began 2026 with a decline in employment consistent with typical seasonal trends, but the underlying data point to a broader shift in the region’s economic trajectory. Total nonfarm employment declined by 41,000 jobs in...

Hiring Event Connects Job Seekers to Manufacturing and Skilled Trade Opportunities

by Staff Writer | Apr 14, 2026 | Opportunities, Upcoming Events

Reading Time: < 1 minuteJob seekers looking for new opportunities are invited to attend an upcoming Chart Inc. Hiring Event at Workforce Solutions – Rosenberg. This event offers the chance to connect directly with employers hiring for multiple positions in...

Ready to Get Back to Work? Start with Digital Skills

by Staff Writer | Apr 14, 2026 | Job Search Tips

Reading Time: 2 minutesIn today’s job market, digital skills are more important than ever. From searching for jobs online to completing applications, technology plays a major role in how people find and maintain employment. Workforce Solutions and its community...

Meet Carl Bowles: From Accounting to Community Impact

by Staff Writer | Apr 14, 2026 | Testimonies

Reading Time: < 1 minuteCarl Bowles brings decades of financial expertise and a personal commitment to service to his role on the Gulf Coast Workforce Board. After spending most of his career in accounting, Bowles now contributes his experience and perspective to...

Employers Invited to Connect with Young Talent at HGCY Career Exploration & Job Fair

by Staff Writer | Apr 13, 2026 | Opportunities, Upcoming Events

Reading Time: < 1 minuteEmployers looking to connect with emerging talent are invited to participate in the HGCY Career Exploration & Job Fair for Youth, hosted by Workforce Solutions – Gulf Coast in partnership with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. This...