Jacksonville is proud of its rich-history in manufacturing and understands the important role of a strong workforce. The consistent presence of successful industry leaders has provided Jacksonville a diverse, mature, and experienced workforce with 78% being 30 years and older. An abundant pool of prospective workers can be found not only within the city but drawn from surrounding communities.
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| Jacksonville, TX | Cherokee County | |
|---|---|---|
| Labor Force (persons) (2020) | 6,791 | 21,303 |
| Unemployment Rate (Dec 2021) | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Total Employees by Occupation | Total | % |
|---|---|---|
| Executive, Managers, and Administrators | 613 | 8.27 |
| Protective Services | 169 | 2.28 |
| Farming, Forestry, and Fishing | 15 | 0.2 |
| Business and Financial Operations | 267 | 3.6 |
| Computer and Mathematical Occupations | 92 | 1.24 |
| Architecture and Engineering | 69 | 0.93 |
| Life/Physical/Social Science Occupations | 36 | 0.49 |
| Community and Social Services | 188 | 2.54 |
| Legal | 34 | 0.46 |
| Education/Training/Library | 457 | 6.16 |
| Health Diagnosing and Treating Practitioners | 314 | 4.24 |
| Health Technologists/Technicians | 277 | 3.06 |
| Healthcare Support | 342 | 4.61 |
| Food Preparation/Serving | 461 | 6.22 |
| Building and Grounds Maintenance | 233 | 3.14 |
| Personal Care and Service | 116 | 1.56 |
| Sales | 998 | 13.46 |
| Office and Administrative Support | 1052 | 14.19 |
| Construction and Extraction | 301 | 4.06 |
| Installation/Maintenance and Repair Workers | 237 | 3.2 |
| Production Workers | 583 | 7.86 |
| Transportation Workers | 182 | 2.45 |
| Material Moving | 348 | 4.69 |
University of Texas at Tyler (32-miles)
As part of the University of Texas (Austin) system, this 4-year college is a regional asset and produces top-quality talent in a myriad of disciplines.
Tyler Junior College (30-miles)
Two-year public community college in Tyler, Texas. One of the largest community colleges in Texas, with an enrollment of more than 12,500 credit students each year with an additional 20,000 continuing education enrollments annually.
Texas State Technical College (TSTC) (74-miles)
Programs offered include industrial controls technology, industrial maintenance, process operations, machining, and more.
Jacksonville College
This 2-year private college attracts students from all over the world and encourages them to be part of the local workforce while undergoing studies.
Jacksonville Independent School District (JISD) Career and Technology Department
This program recently underwent a $4+ million physical expansion to provide additional space and equipment. Programs offered include welding/metal fabrication, small engine repair, and more.
Workforce Solutions—East Texas
JEDCO regularly partners with Workforce Solutions and several Jacksonville manufacturers take advantage of their programs and assistance to defray on-the-job training costs and to recruit employees.
