South Central
Mission: To support a system that will provide employers with a skilled workforce and will provide job seekers with access to jobs with increased earnings potential.
Vision: The Workforce Investment Board will be a leader in community collaboration to promote a dynamic, high skill/high wage economy in South Central Missouri through development of its workforce and workplaces.
The Local Board is appointed by the area’s Chief Elected Official and is certified by the Governor. The Governor is also responsible for establishing the criteria for use by the chief elected official in appointing the Local Board members.
The South Central Workforce Investment Board (SCWIB) serves as the fiscal agent, appointed by the CLEO, to manage grant funds.
The SCWIB operates Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult, Dislocated Worker and Youth Programs. The SCWIB also serves as the One Stop Operator and is responsible for Job Centers located in Poplar Bluff and West Plains.
South Central Director
Jody James
417.257.2630 – Ext: 212
408 Washington Ave, Suite 210
West Plains, MO 65775
Local Plan
Explore our comprehensive strategy to drive workforce development and economic growth in the South Central Region.