CareerSource Gulf Coast Announces Strategic Move to New Bay County Locations
PANAMA CITY, FL — CareerSource Gulf Coast announced today a strategic relocation of its services to two new, convenient job center locations in Bay County, a move designed to enhance accessibility for job seekers and strengthen partnerships with local educational institutions. The new CareerSource Gulf Coast centers, slated to open on October 13 & 14, 2025, will be located on the campuses of Gulf Coast State College and Haney Technical College.
This strategic initiative will create a more direct and effective pipeline from training to high-demand careers for local residents. After nearly 25 years in its current location, the move from a single, oversized facility to two efficiently organized career centers will bring resources closer to where they are needed most. This evolution will make CareerSource Gulf Coast more accessible, responsive, and a stronger partner in building the skilled workforce our region needs to thrive.
“This is an exciting new chapter for CareerSource Gulf Coast and for the entire community we serve,” said Kim Bodine, Executive Director of CareerSource Gulf Coast. “By embedding our services directly on the campuses of our educational partners, we are creating a seamless pathway from the classroom to a fulfilling career. This move is not just about changing our address; it’s about fundamentally enhancing the way we connect talented individuals with the businesses that need them.”
The new locations will provide a significant advantage for both job seekers and employers. Students and all job seekers across the region will have direct access to a full suite of career services in the same location where they may be actively learning new skills. For businesses, the move will create a more direct pipeline to a pool of qualified talent.
“We are thrilled to welcome CareerSource Gulf Coast to our campus,” said Glen McDonald, President of Gulf Coast State College. “This partnership will provide invaluable resources to our students, helping them to transition into high-wage, high-demand careers in our community. This is a win-win for our students and for the economic vitality of our region.”
Angela Reese, Director of Haney Technical College, echoed this sentiment, adding, “The co-location of CareerSource Gulf Coast at Haney Technical College will provide a critical link between our technical training programs and the needs of local employers. We are excited about the opportunities this partnership will create for our students to connect with employers and for employers to find the skilled talent they need to grow and prosper.”
CareerSource Gulf Coast will offer its full range of no-cost services at both new locations. Services will continue uninterrupted during the transition. Job seekers, students, and employers are welcome to visit whichever location is most convenient to access a comprehensive suite of resources, including:
Services for Job Seekers
- Personalized career planning and counseling
- Resume building, cover letter assistance, and interview preparation
- Job referrals
- Access to local job postings and exclusive hiring events
- Skills assessments to identify strengths and career paths
- Scholarships for approved training and education programs for high-demand careers
- Resource centers with computers, internet access, and printers for job search activities
- Veteran, transitioning active-duty service members, and military spouse career counseling and job referrals
- Assistance applying for re-employment insurance and mandatory job search required by the Welfare Transition (WT) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs (SNAP).
Services for Employers
- Customized recruitment assistance, including candidate screening and referrals
- Organizing and promoting on-campus hiring events and job fairs
- Access to a direct pipeline of skilled, local talent emerging from training programs
- Information on workforce training grants to strengthen their business
- Labor market information
About CareerSource Gulf Coast:
CareerSource Gulf Coast is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive employment and training services that connect job seekers with meaningful employment and businesses with skilled talent. CareerSource Gulf Coast is the state’s designated workforce development board in the Bay, Gulf, and Franklin County region, and one of 21 boards across the state. CareerSource Gulf Coast is a proud partner of the American Job Center Network. Connect with CareerSource Gulf Coast: https://careersourcegc.com.
In compliance with the Stevens Amendment CareerSource Gulf Coast must provide percentages of total cost of programs/projects financed with federal money and non-governmental sources as well as dollar amounts of the federal funds for projects and programs. You may find this information on our website: https://careersourcegc.com.
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