How We Can Help
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Future Career Academy (Partnership)
Thriving businesses looking for eager new hires have
an opportunity to connect with the workforce at a two-part virtual job/career fair on April 22.The award-winning Future Career Academy (FCA) that began at Plant City High School has become so successful it now includes seniors in all Hillsborough County public high schools.
The program teaches non-college-bound students, who opt-in to the program, how to prepare for and find meaningful work, training, certifications, internships, and jobs with lifelong growth
potential right out of high school. Businesses gain prepared, competent young workers who remain in the county and contribute to building industries and the area’s economic wellbeing.Future Career Academy Job Fair Details
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Virtual Community Resource Fair
CareerSource Tampa Bay will be hosting a Community Resource Fair for Hillsborough County residents via a virtual platform on Wednesday, April 7, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This event is open to the public in Hillsborough County.
Those interested in attending can register at www.careersourcetampabay.com/ResourceFair
The Community Resources Fair is being held for individuals to learn about resources available in Hillsborough County that may help in their employment and training needs.
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Welcome Kay Jefferson - CSTB Business Services Director
CareerSource Tampa Bay (CSTB) recognizes Kay Jefferson as our new
Director of Business Services for CareerSource Tampa Bay. Jefferson has over 15 years of
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Get up to $15,000 in tuition assistance
CareerSource Tampa Bay (CSTB) has $4.6 million available to assist
Hillsborough County youth and adults with tuition assistance scholarships to begin postsecondary training at local schools.Scholarships awarded in totals of up to $10,000 based on the program choice. Tuition
assistance is awarded in the following in-demand industries:
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• Information Technology
• Manufacturing and Trades
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Businesses: Need help hiring a summer intern?
CSTB can help pay for your 2021 Summer Internships for Youth 16-24. Hurry registration closes soon.
Click here to for more information.
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Extension Service Offering Tax Preparation Assistance to County Residents
Hillsborough County Extension Service is offering tax preparation assistance to Hillsborough County residents for the 2020 tax season. Complete a short form and receive access to the department’s free tax software program. There is no income limit. Any resident who is interested in one-to-one remote assistance can make an appointment for a telephone or web conference chat with a department representative who will provide guidance in completing the tax return using the free tax preparation software. For an appointment, contact Denise Kantak (813) 744-5519, ext. 54141.
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HOT JOBS - EMPLOY FLORIDA - CAREER FAIRS
https://www.careersourcetampabay.com/job-seekers/job-search/
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(DEO) Reemployment Assistance Update (01.26.2021)
Governor Ron DeSantis has directed DEO to continue waiving the waiting week requirements, work search, and work registration requirements.
DEO recently launched a chat feature to assist Reemployment Assistance claimants with questions regarding their claims. To chat with a representative, please visit: https://bddy.me/2NUospl
See the latest information on Reemployment Assistance Claims filed by the state DEO during COVID-19.
Reemployment Assistance
Resource Guide – COVID-19DEO main website click HERE
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CareerSource Tampa Bay Podcast
New podcast episode available in our podcast series: What’s Working with Tampa Bay!
E15: Summer Job Connection 2021
E14: A Look Back at 2020 and Look Forward to 2021.
Click HERE to listen now!
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R3 Rapid Response Recovery Program
The program will help Hillsborough County job seekers with occupational skills training and find businesses skilled labor. The R3 program is funded through the Federal Cares Act with funding released by the Hillsborough Board of County Commissioners.
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2021 CSTB Board of Directors
01.27.2021-CSTB Announces 2020-2021 Board Members (#1203)
See more information about the CSTB Board of Directors click HERE
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National Dislocated Worker Grant (Part-Time Jobs)
COVID-19 has affected Hillsborough County residents through job loss and decreased income. The need for assistance through local non-profit agencies continues to grow.
If you lost your job or have been economically impacted this year by Covid-19 or general economic conditions, you may be eligible for our National Dislocated Worker Grant. With this grant, you will have the opportunity to earn wages working for a local non-profit agency and get back into the workforce through our Paid Work Experience program.
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JOB SEARCH
Find a job that best fits your individual talents and skills. We are here to support you with resume assistance, training, interview preparation, networking, and referrals.
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Events
Connect with us at hiring events, career fairs, and more!
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TRAINING & EDUCATION
Acquire new skills to help your career grow. We can connect you with a wide array of training from short-term courses for specialized workers to internships and paid work experience opportunities.
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Message from CEO John Flanagan about the holidays during COVID - 19
“Holidays during COVID-19”
Thanksgiving has arrived, and it will be a very different holiday than past ones we have celebrated. Many of us will be…
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CoronaVirus 19 Update
Here is the latest information on the coronavirus: COVID-19.
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RECRUITING
You need candidates whose skills align with your business goals. Our team can supply market information to guide your decisions along with candidate screening and training grant opportunities.
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TRAINING & EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT
We can help your business achieve long-term strength and growth by training new and current employees.
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Key Metrics (Updated 04.05.2021)
CSTB Employers Served (Since 3.22.2021) 1,454 CSTB Individuals Employed (Since 3.22.2021) 2,428 CSTB Individuals Served (Since 3.22.2021) 19,595 Hillsborough County Unemployment Rate (Not Seasonally Adjusted) 2.9 % - Feb 2020
4.2 % - Mar 2020
12.0% - Apr 2020
11.8% May 2020
9.1% June 2020
10.4% July 2020
6.9% Aug 2020
6.2% Sep 2020
5.7% Oct 2020
5.6% Nov 2020
5.3% Dec 2020
Hillsborough Labor Force 745,455 (Dec 2020) Unemployed 39,569 (Dec 2020) Key Metrics (7.01.19 to 06.30.20)
Employers Served 1,324 Individuals Employed 5,623 Individuals Served 39,980 Hillsborough County Unemployment Rate (Not Seasonally Adjusted) 2.9 % - Feb 2020
4.2 % - Mar 2020
12.0% - Apr 2020
11.8% May 2020
9.1% June 2020Please click the below for more information.
Highlighted Events and Job Training
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Tampa Center
9215 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33612
Open Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Open 8 a.m. to 12 noon on the 3rd Friday of each month)
Brandon Center
9350 Bay Plaza Blvd., Suite 121 Tampa, FL 33619
Open Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Open 8 a.m. to 12 noon on the 3rd Friday of each month)
Ruskin Office
201 14th Avenue, SE Ruskin, FL 33570
Open Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed daily for lunch from 12-1 p.m.) (Open 8 a.m. to 12 noon on the 3rd Friday of each month)
Career Prep Center
2605 North 43rd Street, Tampa, FL 33619
Open Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Very limited capacity) (Closed daily for lunch from 12-1 p.m.) (Open 8 a.m. to 12 noon on the 3rd Friday of each month)
Plant City Office
307 N Michigan Ave, Plant City, FL 33563, USA
Open Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed daily for lunch from 12-1 p.m.) (Open 8 a.m. to 12 noon on the 3rd Friday of each month)
CDC Affiliates Office
1907 E Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33610, USA
Open Monday-Tuesday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed daily for lunch from 12-1 p.m.)