Region-Wide Job Fair on February 13th: See the Participating Employers List!
Workforce Solutions East Texas • February 11, 2025
Workforce Solutions East Texas is bringing back its highly anticipated Windows of Opportunity Job Fair on February 13, 2025. This event will take place simultaneously across all five Workforce Solutions East Texas offices, providing job seekers with direct access to hiring agents from a wide range of industries.
The job fair serves as a crucial bridge between local talent and top employers, facilitating face-to-face interactions that allow candidates to explore career opportunities, network with industry professionals, and even secure interviews on the spot. Whether you're looking for a new job, considering a career change, or just starting your job search, the event offers a great opportunity to tap into the vibrant job market of East Texas.
The Windows of Opportunity Job Fair will feature a diverse range of employers eager to connect with job seekers in industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, retail, logistics, and more. Below is a list of participating employers by location:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Longview Workforce Center
1905 W. Loop 281, Suite 40, Longview, TX 75604
- Express
- Spherion Staffing
- Elwood Staffing
- West Fraser
- Crossroads Family Care
- Trinity Rail
- Thomas Oilfield Services
- Texas Department of Public Safety
- Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Longview
- Community Healthcore
- 1st Choice Personnel
- TDCJ
- Always Best Care Senior Services
- Cato
- City of Longview
Athens Workforce Center
205 N. Murchison, Suite 101, Athens, TX 75751
- Get A Handyman
- Volt
- Dr. Power Washer
- VRS
- New Health Concept Inc.
- Henderson Co. Help Center
- Park Highlands Nursing and Rehabilitation
- Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office
- TDCJ
- Met-Motivation, Education and Training
- Consolidate Tank
- U.S. Army
- Providence Equipment
Tyler Workforce Center
4100 Troup Hwy, Tyler, TX 75703
- Baker Ripley
- Christus Health
- TDCJ
- TVC
- Tyler Pipe
- Jarvis Christian University
- Tyler ISD
- Concentrix
- New Health Concept Inc.
- Hood Packaging
- Elwood Staffing
- Spherion Staffing
- Hall Buick and GMC
- Tarrant Co. Sheriff’s Office
- At Home Healthcare
- Express Employment Professionals
- Community Healthcore
- Austin Bank
- Cricket Wireless
- PI Tape Texas
- Brookshire’s Grocery
- Baylor PD
- Amer Technology
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Palestine Workforce Center
500 E. Murchison St., Palestine, TX 75801
- AOF Industries
- TDCJ
- Intouch Financial Group
- Verdant Technologies
- Pentecom
- U.S. Army
Marshall Workforce Center
4300 E. End Blvd. S., Marshall, TX 75671
- Blackburn Syrup
- TDCJ
- Boys and Girls Clubs
- Christus (Multiple Positions)
- DATCS LLC
Mark your calendars for February 13, 2025, and take advantage of this valuable opportunity to advance your career at the Windows of Opportunity Job Fair.
Tuesday, August 4 | Athens, Longview, Marshall, Palestine, and Tyler
Texas added 43,400 nonfarm jobs in June to reach a total of 14,469,600 positions. Over the year, the state added 177,900 jobs for an annual growth rate of 1.2 percent, outpacing the national growth rate by 0.9 percentage points. Texas’ civilian labor force registered at 15,904,900 after adding 3,400 people over the month. Over the year, Texas’ civilian labor force has added 29,700 people. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in Texas registered at 4.4 percent. “Texas’ continued job growth is a testament to the strength of our employers and robust workforce development system,” said TWC Chairman Joe Esparza. “The addition of more than 177,000 jobs over the year reinforces Texas’ reputation among employers as the best place to start and grow a business.” The Professional and Business Services industry had the largest private sector over-the-month increase in June after adding 25,500 jobs. Leisure and Hospitality added 10,300 jobs over the month while Trade, Transportation, and Utilities added 6,400. “The growth of the Texas labor market highlights the incredible talent and dedication of our state’s workforce,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Alberto Treviño III. “The Texas Workforce Commission is committed to ensuring every Texan has the support they need to thrive, whether through training opportunities to gain new skills or specialized programs that help our foster youth transition into successful careers.” The Midland metropolitan statistical area (MSA) had the lowest unemployment rate with a not seasonally adjusted rate of 3.6 percent in June. It was followed by the San Angelo MSA at 3.9 percent and the Abilene MSA at 4.0 percent. “With an annual growth rate of 1.2 percent, Texas continues to outpace the national average and demonstrate economic resilience,” said TWC Commissioner Representing the Public Brent Connett. “Both job seekers and employers can seek customized career services and recruitment assistance by visiting our TWC website or their local Workforce Solutions office.” Employment estimates released by TWC are produced in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics. * All estimates are subject to revision. To access this and more employment data, visit TexasLMI.com . The Texas Labor Market Information Data for July is scheduled to be released on Friday, August 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (CT).
Workforce Solutions East Texas Child Care Services is proud to partner with the Panola County Chamber of Commerce to support child care leaders across the region. Through this partnership, the Chamber provides a welcoming meeting space for Directors Connect training designed to help early learning program owners and directors connect, learn, and grow together. The partnership was made possible through the support of Keri Perot-Vance, Executive Director of the Panola County Chamber of Commerce, whose commitment to community collaboration helped create a space where child care leaders can come together to share ideas, discuss challenges, and strengthen their leadership skills. The partnership began in 2025 in response to daycare owners expressing a need for accessible training opportunities. Recognizing this need, Panola County Chamber of Commerce graciously offered to host the Directors Connect training in its beautiful historic building. This collaboration provides child care professionals with the opportunity to earn professional development hours required to remain in compliance with Child Care Regulation and Texas Rising Star. Tonia Crawford and Aerial Jones, Business Industry Specialists for Child Care Services and facilitators of Directors Connect, say the program has evolved into so much more than a training opportunity. It has become a space for meaningful conversations, professional connections, and shared solutions. Through these gatherings, directors are strengthening their businesses, growing as leaders, and ultimately enhancing the quality of care provided to children and families throughout East Texas. Workforce Solutions East Texas Child Care Services is grateful for the Panola County Chamber of Commerce's ongoing support and looks forward to continuing this impactful partnership for years to come. Together, we are investing in stronger leaders, stronger child care programs, and stronger communities.
