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Whether you're hiring, training, or planning for the future, Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande is your partner in building a skilled workforce. Our no-cost services connect you with job-ready talent across the nine-county region — and give you the insights to recruit, retain, and grow.

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How we help employers

Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande is your partner in building effective HR strategies that deliver results. Our no-cost business services are designed to equip you with the tools and insights you need to recruit, retain, and grow a skilled workforce — including expert-led seminars, continuing education opportunities, and up-to-date labor market intelligence so you can stay informed, compliant, and aligned with industry best practices.

From customized hiring events that connect you directly with job-ready talent to personalized upskilling programs that prepare your team for what's next, we tailor our support to your goals. We can also screen candidates, refer qualified applicants from WorkInTexas, and connect you to tax credits and training incentives that stretch your hiring budget.

Need a quiet, professional space to conduct candidate interviews? We can host you at any of our six career centers across the nine-county Middle Rio Grande region — in Del Rio, Eagle Pass, Uvalde, Crystal City, Carrizo Springs, and Cotulla — with private interview rooms and staff support at no charge.

Let Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande help you build a more capable, future-ready workforce. Tell us what you need, and a Business Services representative will follow up within one business day.

Develop the workforce you already have

Training your current team costs less than replacing it. These programs can cover wages, tuition, and materials — at no cost to start.

Work-Based Learning

See candidates do the job before you hire them. Work-based learning — from job shadows and informational interviews to short-term, paid work experience — lets you evaluate real skills on real tasks while we handle recruitment, paperwork, and wages for eligible participants. It's a low-risk way to build a pipeline of workers who already know your workplace.

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On-the-Job Training (OJT)

Hire first, train to your standards. With On-the-Job Training, we reimburse a substantial share of a new hire's wages — often up to 50% for up to six months — while you train them on the skills your business actually needs. You get a customized, motivated employee; they earn while they learn a career.

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Registered Apprenticeships

Build your own talent pipeline with earn-while-you-learn apprenticeships. We help you structure or expand a registered program that combines paid, supervised work experience with related classroom instruction, connect you with training providers, and can offset startup costs — so you grow journey-level workers in skilled trades, healthcare, and other high-demand fields.

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Training Incentives

Stretch your training dollars. Depending on eligibility, funded programs can cover classroom and occupational training, skills upgrades for your current employees, certification and licensing exam fees, and instructional materials — helping your team earn industry-recognized credentials without draining your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a fee to post jobs or get candidate referrals?

No. WorkInTexas job postings, candidate referrals, hiring events, and recruiting assistance are free for employers.

Ready to strengthen your workforce pipeline?

Tell us about your hiring or training needs and a Business Services representative will contact you within one business day.