Regional Unemployment Rate Announced for October 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 20, 2020
Contact
Carrine Anaeto
Desk: 850-617-4554
Regional Unemployment Rate Announced for October 2020
CareerSource Capital Region offers eligible career seekers
training and paid work experience opportunities.
TALLAHASSEE, FL– According to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, the regional unemployment rate for Gadsden, Leon, and Wakulla counties was 5.1 percent for October 2020.
The region’s October 2020 unemployment rate was 2.2 percentage point higher than the region’s year ago rate of 2.9 percent. Wakulla County’s unemployment rate remained the lowest in the Capital Region at 3.5 percent, Leon County followed at 5.1 percent, and Gadsden County was at 6.4 percent. There were a total of 9,365 unemployed residents in the Capital Region.
The top six advertised occupations in the Capital Region in October 2020 were as follows:
- Sales Representatives, Wholesale & Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products
- Software Developers, Applications
- Retail Salespersons
- Registered Nurses
- Customer Service Representatives
- Managers, All Other
- First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
The job market is rapidly changing and evolving, and it is important for career seekers to stay informed and identify how to grow as changes occur. For eligible individuals, CareerSource Capital Region can pay educational expenses for training in areas such as commercial truck driving, medical assisting, pharmacy or dental tech, information technology, culinary arts, etc. In addition to the financial assistance for training, CareerSource Capital Region can also assist eligible individuals by placing them on-the-job in a temporary work experience program to help enhance their technical and employability skills. These temporary jobs can last up to 240 hours, and many times, they can turn into full time positions with the employer. In the capital region, finding, training and retaining skilled workers is one of the top issues employers are facing. Career seekers interested in learning new skills become great candidates for promotions or can ease the transition to a new profession.
“Career Source Capital Region is ready to assist anyone looking for employment or training opportunities through the WIOA program,” said Vincent Palmer II, WIOA Program Manager at CareerSource Capital Region. “Our programs lead to employment in high demand occupations in our region and will position the career seekers to earn a self-sufficient wage. We also have Work Experience, apprenticeships, and on-the-job training programs that can help put Career Seekers on a path to success.“
For a complete list of educational programs for which CareerSource Capital Region offers financial aid, click here.
CareerSource Capital Region collaborates with local training providers to deliver specialized training, certification, hands-on experience and other advanced education programs needed for today’s jobs. Career seekers who are interested in participating in the training opportunities or financial assistance for programs should call (850) 922-0023 for more information.
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For more information about the Capital Region’s Unemployment Report for October 2020, click here . Learn more about CareerSource Capital Region solutions and resources, visit www.careersourcecapitalregion.com.
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About CareerSource Capital Region
CareerSource Capital Region connects employers with qualified, skilled talent and Floridians with employment and career development opportunities to achieve economic prosperity in Gadsden, Leon and Wakulla counties. Solutions for career seekers include one-on-one career advising, interviewing and resume-writing assistance, employment workshops, and labor market information. Solutions for employers include recruitment assistance, skills assessments for applicants, customized training, and information on tax incentives. Employers and career seekers are matched through the Employ Florida system. Most solutions are provided at no cost. This initiative was supported by the U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Agriculture as part of awards totaling $6,612,197 with 0% financed from non-governmental sources. Programs funded through CareerSource Capital Region are equal opportunity programs with auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Persons using TTY/TTD equipment use Florida Relay Service 711. A proud partner of the American Job Center network.