Update for Austin Hires Local: Joining our CEO Tamara Atkinson is Stacy Armijo, Chief Experience Officer for Amplify Credit Union, to discuss our partnership promoting financial inclusion in support of Austin’s Hire Local Plan to support all job seekers in Austin. 🎙 "The more prosperous our community us, the more prosperous the businesses and our community will be, Amplify included."--Stacy Armijo Our thanks to Texas Mutual Insurance Company for sponsoring this episode! ▶️ Watch on YouTube to see how these initiatives are shaping a more resilient and inclusive Austin. Get ready to be informed, inspired, and maybe even surprised by the future of work in Austin! https://lnkd.in/gUXJmAVD
Workforce Solutions Capital Area
Staffing and Recruiting
Austin, TX 3,954 followers
Connecting local people to local jobs. A proud partner of the American Job Center network. #WorkingInAustin
About us
Workforce Solutions Capital Area is the leading provider of talent in the region. We connect employers and job seekers. Each year we help over 5,000 local employers find qualified, motivated workers and put over 40,000 people to work. We work to connect and align the efforts of the regional workforce system and to leverage and invest community resources in the development of human capital. Through collaboration and strategic partnerships, we’re leading the way in the development of a world-class workforce that gives Austin-Travis County a competitive edge in the global economy. Our programs serve both local youth and adults. Workforce Solutions Capital Area also provides subsidized childcare assistance to eligible low- to moderate-income families in Travis County and heavily invests in increasing the quality of care and school readiness preparedness of children in the care of our system providers. A proud partner of the American Job Center network. Workforce Solutions Capital Area is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available, upon request, to persons with disabilities. Relay Texas: 1.800.735.2989 (TDD) / 711 (Voice).
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https://wfscapitalarea.com
External link for Workforce Solutions Capital Area
- Industry
- Staffing and Recruiting
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Austin, TX
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1995
- Specialties
- employment services, job matching, recruitment, human resources, job fairs, workforce development, labor market information, child care services, child care quality improvement, outplacement services, and employer incentives
Locations
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Primary
9001 N IH 35
Ste 110E
Austin, TX 78753, US
Employees at Workforce Solutions Capital Area
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Tamara Atkinson
CEO at Workforce Solutions Capital Area
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Audra E. Williams
East Career Center Manager at Workforce Solutions Capital Area
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Ernest Welter
Sr. Infrastructure Engineer | Data Center Planning & Provisioning | Network Patching & Troubleshooting | [etc.]
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Christopher Loveless
Career Counselor
Updates
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Join the WFS Capital Area team and support workforce development in Central Texas! We are hiring for: - Senior Accountant - Staff Accountant IV Learn more + apply: https://lnkd.in/dq_jE2qG #atx #austintexas #austinjobs #austinlife #workforcedevelopment #newjob #jobsearch #nowhiring
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Workforce Solutions Capital Area reposted this
🏗️ Calling All Austin Manufacturing Enthusiasts! 🛠️ Ready to blueprint your career and construct an amazing future? Don't miss this electrifying event: 📅 Manufacturing Job Fair: Harvest Your Manufacturing Future! 🗓️ Tuesday, October 22, 10 AM - 2 PM CDT 📍 Workforce Solutions Capital Area (North) North Interstate Highway 35 #UNIT 110, Austin, TX 78753 Why You Can't Miss This: - Meet top employers face-to-face - Explore a warehouse full of job opportunities - Network with industry pros and fellow job seekers - Learn about the latest trends in manufacturing - Potentially walk away with a job offer! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is for YOU! What to Bring: - Your A-game - Multiple copies of your resume - A positive attitude - Questions for employers, they love that! Remember, in manufacturing, opportunity is always in production. Don't let this chance to mold your future slip away! Ready to engineer your success? Register now: https://lnkd.in/e5wbEx2D Mark your calendar, polish that resume, and we'll see you at the fair! Workforce Solutions Capital Area #ManufacturingJobs #AustinCareers #JobFair #HiringEvent
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Austin's employers are hiring Texans of all abilities at the Texas HireAbility Job Fair on October 17! Join us to explore career pathways and income potential with: - Central Health and CommUnity Care Health Centers - City of Austin Housing Authority - Goodwill Central Texas - Office of the Governor - Peak Performers - Texas Center for Disability Studies at UT Austin - More on the way! Get your free ticket today: wfsca.co/hireability Goodwill Central Texas Education Service Center Region 13 Texas Workforce Commission #atx #austintexas #austinjobs #ndeam #hireability #disabilityemployment #disabilityinclusion
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Look who stopped by the Austin Hires Local studio! Travis County Judge Andy Brown joined our CEO Tamara Atkinson to talk about major workforce and economic development initiatives like supporting child care providers, passenger rail expansion, and mental health support for vulnerable residents. This latest episode is dropping soon! Follow the CEO Update newsletter to be notified instantly when you can watch: https://lnkd.in/gMMcfbfG
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In the latest episode of Austin Hires Local, our CEO Tamara Atkinson sits down with Stacy Armijo, Chief Experience Officer for Amplify Credit Union, to discuss the intersection of tech in the financial sector, our partnership promoting financial inclusion in support of Austin’s Hire Local Plan, and her unique journey in switching industries. Stacy leads Amplify’s marketing, retail, payments, and talent teams. Amplify has nearly $3 billion in assets under management serving businesses and consumers throughout Texas. 🎙 "Workforce Solutions was our pilot program for what we now call Amplify Co.Labs. Workforce Solutions clients have opportunities to learn about financial inclusion, and we actually use the words financial inclusion instead of financial literacy."--Stacy Armijo Our thanks to Texas Mutual Insurance Company for sponsoring this episode! ▶️ Watch on YouTube to see how these initiatives are shaping a more resilient and inclusive Austin. Get ready to be informed, inspired, and maybe even surprised by the future of work in Austin! https://lnkd.in/gUXJmAVD
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Supporting experienced job seekers in Austin!
Executive Recruitment | HR Leadership & Consulting | Talent Engagement & Management | Supplier Management | Employee Selection & Retention Specialist
I'm thrilled to share the incredible turnout at the City of Austin's 5th 50+ Community Job Fair! 🌟 Thanks to the outstanding leadership of our Talent Acquisition Division within the HR Department, we achieved our highest attendance yet. A special shoutout to Sonya Alexander-Harry, MECIA GRIFFIN, Rachel M Forbes, and Mayra Torres for their dedication and expertise in making this event such a success. 🙌 This milestone wouldn't have been possible without the strong partnership between the City of Austin and our friends at Workforce Solutions Capital Area. Together, we're empowering our community and creating more opportunities for all. 💼👏 #CommunityImpact #JobFair #50Plus #CityOfAustin #TalentAcquisition #Partnership #WorkforceSolutions
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Looking for work in Austin? We'll see you at the next Career Info Session & Job Fair on Oct. 2! Meet local employers hiring now: ⭐ Bennington Home Health Care ⭐ Peak Performers ⭐ U.S. Army ⭐ And more! Learn more: wfsca.co/jobfair #atx #austintexas #austinlife #austinjobs #jobsearch #newcareer
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Your next career opportunity is on WorkInTexas.com, the state’s job searching website! Build your resume with the resume wizard tool and connect with local employers hiring now! New to WorkinTexas? Join us for a virtual workshop and we'll give you training on job searching, resumes & more. Must be preregistered in WorkInTexas. Sign up for the next workshop➡️ wfsca.co/workintexas #atx #austinlife #austin #austinjobs #newjob #jobs #jobsearch #careers