Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas Continues Connecting
People with Jobs and Businesses with Qualified Candidates
Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas continues in October to offer a variety of free services to help Deep East Texas businesses thrive and get individuals back to work or on a path to sustainable careers.
Pop-Up Workforce Centers
To bring services closer to residents of the rural communities, Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas partners with local organizations and offers pop-up centers. Individuals have access to useful tools for finding a job, improving skills, and furthering or changing careers.
- Monday, October 3, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Newton County Public Library, 212 High St., Newton
- Thursday, October 6, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Groveton Public Library, 126 West 1st St, Groveton
- Monday, October 10, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Arthur Temple Memorial Library, 106 Timberland, Pineland
- Tuesday, October 11, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, at the San Augustine Career Center, 1002 Barrett, San Augustine
- Wednesday, October 12, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, at Newton County Public Library, 212 High St., Newton
- Thursday, October 13, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Hemphill Housing Authority,102 Ash St., Hemphill
- Monday, October 17, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Blanche K. Werner Library, 203 Prospect Dr., Trinity
- Tuesday, October 18, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Groveton Public Library, 126 West 1st St, Groveton
- Wednesday, October 19, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Newton County Probation Office, 412 Kaufman St., Newton
- Thursday, October 20, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Coldspring Area Public Library, 14221 Hwy 150 W, Coldspring
- Monday, October 24, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Pineland Housing Authority, 317 Dogwood, Pineland
- Wednesday, October 26, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the JR Huffman Library, 375 Sabine St., Hemphill
- Thursday, October 27, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, Allan Shivers Library & Museum, 302 N. Charlton, Woodville
Child Care Assistance
Parents who are working or attending school may be eligible for help paying their child care expenses. Learn more: https://detwork.org/child-care-services/parents.
Free Workshops and Online Learning
SkillUp Deep East Texas
Residents of Deep East Texas have free access to over 6,000 online learning courses to build skills and knowledge. SkillUp Deep East Texas is a cost-effective opportunity for people to develop certificate-based job skills and upgrade their existing skill levels without additional expenses for travel, childcare and program fees. Participants receive digital badges or certificates as they complete each training session. To get started, visit https://detwork.skillupamerica.org/ or contact a Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas center.
Free 1-hour Workshops
Resume Workshop – helps participants build quality resumes, highlight relevant skills and experiences in interesting and easy to read formatting.
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- Friday, October 7, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Nacogdoches County
- Monday, October 17, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Shelby County
- Thursday, October 20, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Angelina County
- Wednesday, October 26, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Polk County
Interview Workshop – helps participants prepare for the interview and practice answering tough questions and asking questions.
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- Tuesday, October 4, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Jasper County
- Thursday, October 13, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Angelina County
- Wednesday, October 19, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Polk County
- Monday, October 24, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Shelby County
- Friday, October 28, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Nacogdoches County
WorkInTexas.com Workshop – covers career interests, how to maximize the workintexas.com profile, and how to match job listings that show up as unqualified.
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- Thursday, October 6, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Angelina County
- Monday, October 10, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Shelby County
- Wednesday, October 12, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Polk County
- Friday, October 21, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Nacogdoches County
- Tuesday, October 25, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Jasper County
Helping ex-Offenders Pursue Employment (HOPE) – covers resume, interviews, and other tips for those who have a criminal background.
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- Monday, October 3, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Shelby County
- Wednesday, October 5, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Polk County
- Friday, October 14, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Nacogdoches County
- Thursday, October 27, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Angelina County
- Monday, October 31, 10 a.m., at Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas – Shelby County
Workforce Centers are Open
The six Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas centers are OPEN, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Specialists are available to help with: job readiness, resume assistance, job search, skills training, paid work experience, in-person and virtual workshops, support services, and more. Individuals can book an appointment with a workforce specialist.
- ANGELINA COUNTY, (936) 639-1351, 210 N. John Redditt, Lufkin (Open until 7 p.m. Mon-Thurs)
- HOUSTON COUNTY, (936) 544-7859, 1505 S. 4th Street, Crockett
- JASPER COUNTY, (409) 384-9031, 799 W. Gibson, Ste. 300, Jasper
- NACOGDOCHES COUNTY, (936) 560-1441, 235 N. University Dr., Nacogdoches
- POLK COUNTY, (936) 327-5421, 1241 West Church, Ste. 300, Livingston
- SHELBY COUNTY, (936) 598-2468, 145 Catco Drive, Center
Job Fairs
Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas offers job fairs across the 12-county region. In-person and virtual assistance with registering, preparing for, and attending the events is available at the six workforce centers.
- Check with the local workforce centers for daily hiring events near you. https://detwork.org/calendar.
- Employers are encouraged to participate in the hiring events by calling 936-639-1351 or emailing mclark@detwork.org.
- LOOKING AHEAD: Hiring Red White & You! Statewide Hiring Event for Veterans and the Public, November 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Employers may register by contacting Monica Peters-Clark at 936-639-1351, ext. 5236, or email business.services@detwork.org. For more information, visit: https://detwork.org/calendar/event/140701/.