Every business needs information that will help them grow or improve their business processes. We bring you reports and surveys that may help with determining the types of skills gaps within our workforce and what talent needs our business currently have. CareerSource Florida commissioned the following research to drive data-informed […]
SWFL’s Hot Jobs
“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.”Theodore Roosevelt. In these uncertain times, it is good to know there are jobs right here in Southwest Florida waiting for YOU! Great opportunities await you like: Mgr, Global Category (Fabricated Materials) – Fort Myers Pharmacy Operations Manager – Lehigh Acres UGE Foreman – […]
Migrant Seasonal Farmworker (MSFW) Outreach Plan DRAFT
This is a notice for public comment for the 2020-2024 Migrant Seasonal Farmworker (MSFW) Outreach Plan DRAFT for CareerSource Southwest Florida. The draft plan can be found here or by calling Mary Anne Zurn at (239) 225-2500, option 1, ext. 5229. Comments are due March 4, 2021 and may be e-mailed to mzurn@careersourcesouthwestflorida.com or […]
Request for Proposals (RFP) for One-Stop Operator
Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board, Inc. (SFWDB) dba CareerSource Southwest Florida is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit proposals from individuals or organizations with the expertise to perform the functions it has designated for the One-Stop Operator for its CareerSource Southwest Florida centers in the five counties of […]
Tomorrow’s Workforce A Trilogy – Symposium II – Emerging Roles in Education 3/25/2021
This three-part symposium continues on March 25, 2021, with educators discussing long-term workforce and skills needs within Southwest Florida. Are there gaps in education programs? Do education programs meet the needs of our future workforce? What do educators need to meet the needs of our future workforce? These questions and […]
Scholarship Applications Due by 7/30/2021
Once again nominations for the Michael Kinney Scholarship Award, Lawrence Litt Scholarship and Kenneth J. O’Leary Scholarship awards are now open. Michael Kinney Scholarship: was established to provide an opportunity to continue education to those in need of assistance. Eligible participants include ALL Region 24 Board and Center employees and […]
Tomorrow’s Workforce: A Trilogy – Symposium I Recap
We are excited to share the recap of our first “Tomorrow’s Workforce Symposium” which was held on January 21, 2021! Symposium I included a panel of 7 SWFL’s Business Leaders who talked about the future workforce skills needed, the impact of technology on the workforce and more. This 16-minute video […]
Free Online Training Resources
Turn a challenge into an opportunity! Free online training can help you upgrade your skills, increase your knowledge and perhaps even change your career path. Metrix Learning Skillup – no cost online training for individuals who want to upgrade their skills or explore new career pathways. Click here to watch […]
2020 Report to the Community – COVID 19 Edition
We are pleased to share our 2020 Report to the Community – COVID-19 Edition. This publication highlights our efforts in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a year full of challenges but also many successes as you can see by the success stories we bring you. Click here for viewing this […]
Reemployment Assistance – Work Search Waived – Extended until February 27, 2021
Reemployment assistance benefits, formerly known as unemployment compensation provides temporary wage replacement benefits to qualified individuals who are out of work through no fault of their own. You must file online using CONNECT or mail a paper application. The waiting week, work registration and job search requirement have been waived […]
Business Trends for 2021
As the New Year approaches, we must think about changes and new trends 2020 has pushed us towards in the business world and how it impacts our way of doing business and our workforce. The article “The 10 Biggest Business Trends for 2021 Everyone Must Be Ready For” by Bernard […]
Soft Skills are Essential!
You probably heard of the term “soft skills” regarding interviews or resume writing but are you aware of how important these skills are for your success? We want to share with you a great article by Lou Adler, CEO, Performance-Based Hiring Learning Systems, on LinkedIn called “Soft Skills Are Too […]
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