Job Centers

 

Job Centers: Your One-Stop Career Center.

Job Centers, also known as One-Stop Career Centers, are regional centers that offer innovative employment and training services and resources to businesses, job seekers, and young adults. Each Center brings together various organizations and agencies, both public and private, in one place for the benefit of both employers and job seekers.

 

On-Site Services

Resource Room

If you're looking for resources, information and tools to help you with your job search, stop by your Job Center's Resource Room. You have free access to computers with Internet, printers, fax machines, and phones, and other useful employment materials to help you in your job search.

 

Workshops & Classes

Choose from over 40 different workshops and classes to help you tune up on skills or prepare for your job search. Most workshops are free and just require pre-registration. Topics include: resume and cover letter preparation, interviewing and networking to find employment, basic computer skills, money management, and more.

 

Job Search

You can view hundreds of available job openings online at JobCenterOfWisconsin.com. Each Job Center has computers and Internet access for you to browse job listings and career resource sites.

 

Labor Market Information

Access current labor market information, such as industry trends, wage rate data, occupational information, employment statistics, employer locator tools, and available training and apprenticeship programs across the state.

 

Special Services through the Workforce Investment Act (WIA)

Additional employment and training related services through the WIA "WorkSmart" program are available to individuals that meet certain eligibility guidelines. Services can include job search assistance, individual career guidance and counseling, labor market information, training and skill upgrades, and more. You may qualify for the program if you meet specific income guidelines and other eligibility factors. Sign up for a WIA orientation to learn more.

 

 

Job Center Locations

We have multiple Job Centers right here in South Central Wisconsin that can help you get started. Check out our locations and hours section to find a Job Center in your area.

 

 

Partner Agencies & Services

The South Central Job Center System is a partnership of government agencies and community-based organizations with a common goal: to make our community a better place to live by improving job opportunities through economic support, training, and education.

 

Job Center staff can connect you with partner resources including:

• BadgerCare Plus

• Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)

• Emergency, Housing, and Child Care Assistance

• FoodShare

• Human Services

• Job Corps

• Migrant Worker Programs

• Native American Programs

• Older Workers Services

• Workplace Skills Centers

• Technical College Services

• Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA)

• Unemployment Insurance

• Veteran Services

• Wisconsin Works (W-2)

• And other programs depending on location