Nov 8, 2023 | Labor Market
Considering the imminent arrival of several large-scale projects, Austin must prepare itself for the heightened demand for M+I workers. Building A Robust Labor Force to Deliver Generational Infrastructure is Central Texas’ first-ever labor and demand forecast for the...
Jul 31, 2023 | Labor Market |
Workforce Solutions Capital Area (WFS) regularly analyzes the regional labor market to identify the most in-demand industries and occupations. So that Austin area businesses and organizations can better understand the local business climate, WFS published a new...
Jul 11, 2023 | Strategic Plans
Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), local workforce development boards are required to develop a four-year strategic plan that identifies and describes policies, procedures, and local plans that align with the Texas Workforce Commission’s...
Apr 5, 2023 | Labor Market |
Workforce Solutions Capital Area (WFS) is the leadership and governing body for the Austin-Travis County workforce system. We are responsible for the planning, oversight, and evaluation of workforce development activities in the Capital Area, which has one of the most...
Mar 6, 2023 | Labor Market |
The talent demand of today far exceeds the supply of skilled workers in every market, and Austin is no exception. Local companies looking to fill tech-related openings are having trouble recruiting and retaining mid to senior-level tech-related roles. Our new report...
Jun 8, 2022 | Strategic Plans
Two long years after the pandemic first struck our region, it looks like we’re finally coming out on the other side. Today, the local economy is booming and many employers are hiring. Still, not everyone is benefiting from the growth and opportunity that has blessed...