Feb 28, 2021 | Blog, CEO Update |
3-minute read Good afternoon Austin friends, We are all still struggling with the aftermath of the winter storm. Here’s the latest tied to workforce: For your friends and constituents whose take-home pay was impacted by the February winter storm: TWC...
Feb 21, 2021 | Blog, CEO Update |
3-minute read Good afternoon Austin friends, I extend my warmest wishes on what feels like the coldest and longest weeks all year. I heard from many at WFS and my peers, and your hardships, grit, and gratitude for the small things (that are really essential...
Feb 15, 2021 | Blog, CEO Update |
3-minute read Good afternoon Austin talent development allies, What’s happening in our Austin metro job market: Metro Austin is outperforming all major Texas metros with the lowest December 2020 unemployment rate at 5.1%. Dallas is 6.3%, San Antonio is...
Feb 12, 2021 | Blog, Success Story |
On February 12, 2021, the Texas Workforce Commission honored Workforce Solutions Capital Area (WFS) with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Career Pathways Award for 2020. Capital Area is one of four boards selected for this performance award, based...
Feb 7, 2021 | Blog, CEO Update |
3-minute read Good afternoon Workforce Solutions’ friends, What’s happening in our Austin metro job market: The local unemployment rate is lowest among major Texas metros at 5.1%, but it’s still nearly double our pre-pandemic levels. Tens of thousands remain...
