Windows of Opportunity Regionwide Job Fair Employers List
April 22, 2026
Tuesday, April 28 | Athens, Longview, Marshall, Palestine, and Tyler
Job seekers across East Texas will have a new opportunity to connect with employers and explore career options at the next Windows of Opportunity Regionwide Job Fair on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
Hosted quarterly by the Workforce Solutions East Texas team, this regionwide event takes place at all five workforce centers on the same day, creating opportunities for employers and job seekers to connect across a wide range of industries and career pathways. The job fair is designed to help bridge the gap between businesses looking to hire and individuals ready to take the next step in their careers.
The continued growth of the Windows of Opportunity Job Fair reflects how valuable this event has become for communities across the region. Employers are looking for qualified talent, and job seekers are looking for meaningful opportunities. This event brings both together in one place while supporting workforce development, economic growth, and career advancement throughout East Texas.
Attendees will have the chance to:
- Connect with employers
- Explore new career opportunities
- Take the next step toward career goals
- Learn about programs and services that may help along the way
Event Times, Locations, and Employers
The Windows of Opportunity Regionwide Job Fair will be held on April 28, 2026, at the following Workforce Solutions East Texas centers:
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Athens
Longview
Tyler
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Marshall
Palestine
Job seekers are encouraged to attend the location most convenient for them and come prepared to speak with employers about available opportunities. For workforce center addresses and additional location information, visit easttexasworkforce.org/locations.
By bringing this event to multiple workforce centers across the region on the same day, Workforce Solutions East Texas continues its commitment to connecting talent with opportunity and helping East Texans build a stronger future.
Employer List by Location
Athens
- East Texas Council of Governments
- Gillian Verde State Farm
- Child Care Services
- Malakoff ISD
- McLemore Building Maintenance Inc
- Buddy's Home Furnishing
- Texas Department of Criminal Justice
- Red Dot Buildings
- Cain Center YMCA
Longview
- East Texas Council of Governments
- U.S. Army
- Senox Corporation
- Express Employment Professionals
- Cablelynx
- Hallsville CDC/Kids Kountry Learning Center/First Step Learning Center
- Elara Caring
- Modine Manufacturing
- Texas Department of Criminal Justice
- West Fraser
- Hands of Hope Texas LLC
- H2Health
- Genpak
- Restorative Healthcare
Tyler
- East Texas Council of Governments
- Trade Management
- Morrison Healthcare
- Chapel Hill ISD
- GBCN - Tyler & TJC
- Tyler ISD
- Soules Foods
- Child Care Services
- Austin Bank
- Spherion Staffing
- Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Marshall
- East Texas Council of Governments
- Child Care Services
- Vocational Rehabilitation Services (TWC)
- Hallsville CDC/Kid Kountry Learning Center/First Step Learning Center
- Elara Caring
- Texas Department of Criminal Justice
- Hands of Hope Texas
Palestine
- East Texas Council of Governments
- Rusk State Hospital
- Greenbrier Nursing and Rehab
- Avir at Elkhart
- McLemore Building Maintenance Inc
- Palestine Regional Medical Center
- Spherion Staffing
- Buddy's Home Furnishing
- Texas Department of Criminal Justice
The total number of nonfarm jobs in Texas registered at 14,354,600 after decreasing by 8,500 positions in February. Over the year, the state added 73,800 jobs for an annual nonfarm growth rate of 0.5 percent, outpacing the national growth rate by 0.4 percentage points. Texas’ civilian labor force registered at 15,941,800 after decreasing by 13,400 over the month. Over the year, Texas’ civilian labor force has added 121,200 people. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in Texas remained stable at 4.3 percent. “Texas’ over-the-year growth trajectory remains strong because we have cultivated a pro-business climate that helps employers grow and generate new opportunities for working Texans,” said TWC Chairman Joe Esparza. “The Texas Workforce Commission is investing strategically in programs that foster long-term economic prosperity across all regions of our state.” The Professional and Business Services industry had the largest private sector over-the-month increase in February after adding 6,300 jobs. In addition, Manufacturing added 2,500 jobs over the month while Information added 200. Construction posted the highest annual growth rate of any major industry for the 19th month in a row at 2.7 percent in February. “The addition of more than 121,000 people to the labor force over the year reinforces the need to make sure all Texans can participate in—and benefit from—our evolving economy,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Alberto Treviño III. “The Texas workforce system is addressing the needs of today while anticipating those of tomorrow through initiatives like Texas Intern Network, which connects young Texans with employers.” The Midland metropolitan statistical area (MSA) had the lowest unemployment rate with a not seasonally adjusted rate of 3.3 percent in February. It was followed by the San Angelo MSA at 3.5 percent and the Abilene MSA at 3.6 percent. “The foundations of the Texas economy are strong, and our employers and workers are resilient and adaptable,” said TWC Commissioner Representing the Public Brent Connett. “It’s encouraging to see robust growth surging across key industries like Construction and Professional and Business Services, signaling that there is ample cause for optimism.” 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 March is scheduled to be released on Friday, May 1, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (CT).
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Workforce Solutions East Texas is pleased to announce the relocation of its workforce center to the Midtown Centre. The new Tyler workforce center location is now open to the public and operates at the Midtown Centre shopping center at 1421 S. Beckham Avenue. The business hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Workforce Solutions East Texas is a community partnership providing no-cost recruitment and employment services to businesses and job seekers in the East Texas area. The chief elected officials in the region, the Workforce Solutions East Texas Board, and the board's administrative agency, the East Texas Council of Governments, elected to lease the 28,500-square-foot facility. The boards approved entering a seven-year lease term with three three-year extension options. “We’re excited to offer employers and prospective employees a tremendous facility. It allows ample space for recruitment of skilled workers, interviewing, training, enhancing respected skills, and receiving the resources necessary to become valued, long-term assets to the Tyler business community and the surrounding area. I believe employers will see this facility as a force multiplier to ongoing work in building their businesses. Employees will see this as a critical link between their hard work in preparation and the job in which they’ll excel. Together, we’ll set the stage for the next generation in Tyler’s economic development,” said Workforce Solutions East Texas’ Executive Director, Doug Shryock. “Please bear with us as we will be opening in phases, as upgrades to the facility are underway.” The previous Workforce Solutions East Texas—Tyler office at 4100 Troup Highway has closed to the public. What assistance can Job Seekers receive at a Workforce Solutions center? Job listings and referrals Resume assistance Veterans services Community resource information Child care information Copier, fax machine, telephone, and computer access Internet access Labor market information Career exploration and planning GED information & referral Job search workshops Occupational training information Access to Vocational Rehabilitation and other partners What assistance can Employers receive at a Workforce Solutions center? On-site recruiting Interviewing and hiring Job Fairs Internet-based job postings Assistance with customized skill training Wage and labor market information Employee layoff assistance Additional assistance is available to veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people who have been dislocated from a job. Details on workforce center locations and service hours can be viewed at www.easttexasworkforce.org/locations .
