Durham Workforce Development Board

Durham JobLink Career Center - Where People and Jobs Connect

What is the JobLink Career Center?

Durham's JobLink Career Center System brings together an array of services geared to: (1) helping area residents find employment; (2) increasing the education and training of the local workforce; and (3) assisting area businesses in filling their job openings.

Whether you are a Durham resident seeking employment or a local business needing to increase your workforce, the JobLink Career Center can help you.

Looking for a Job? Need additional Skills?

Whether it's a new job, a different job, or training needed to land a job, the JobLink Career Center is for you. We have the following services available:

JobLink Resources and On-line Electronic Services

Make your job search easier using job listings from across the state and nation; learn about services provided throughout the community; find out about training opportunities and financial support to enhance your education; create an effective resume; learn successful interview techniques; access current labor market information; and learn more about what businesses expect from their employees.

Job Search Assistance

Take part in job seeking workshops and seminars; practice effective resume and interview techniques. Job seekers may also apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits.

Career Development and Counseling Services

Find out what careers best match your interests and abilities; take advantage of career guidance and counseling.

Educational Information and Financial Assistance

Learn about educational programs and training opportunities; find who's eligible for assistance and how to apply.

Support Services

Gain the latest information on resources available for child care, domestic assistance and transportation.

Specialized Services

Participate in services tailored to meet the special needs of individuals, including disabled and dislocated workers, veterans, older workers and economically disadvantaged persons.

Are you a business in need of increasing your workforce?

Visit the center or contact one of our JobLink Career Center professionals and benefit from an array of services offered with whatever level of assistance you need. The following services are now available:

Electronic Services

Access an extensive database of available workers; post your job listings on the network.

Labor Market Information

Increase your knowledge of labor market issues; make use of wage data and labor force availability data.

Recruitment assistance

Benefit from services that identify well-matched candidates for your job openings; use JobLink Career Center space to conduct interviews with job candidates.

Outplacement Assistance

Tap new resources for managing transitions in your workplace, including reorganizations and downsizings.

Education and Training Resources

Learn about the best sources of meeting the skills and requirements of your employees; take advantage of on the job training for your employees.

Durham JobLink Performance

(July 2006 – June 30,2007)

Measurements Total
Job Orders received 2,841
Job Openings received 4,465
Job Openings filled 1,019
Individuals Placed 1,344
Employment after Service 2,049
Traffic 44,680

Addresses and Contact Information:

Main Durham JobLink Career Center
1105 South Briggs Ave. Durham, NC 27703
Phone: 919-560-6880
Fax: 919-560-3387

JobLink Satellite Locations throughout Durham County:

Main Library
300 N. Roxboro Street

Department of Social Services
300 N. Duke Street

Oxford Manor
3633 Keystone Place

Antioch Baptist Community Center
1415 Holloway Street

Durham Technical Community College
1637 Lawson Street

W.D. Hill Recreation Center
1308 Fayetteville Street

Joblink Partners

  • City of Durham Office of Economic & Workforce Development
  • Durham County Department of Social Services
  • Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
  • Durham Housing Authority
  • Durham Public Schools
  • Durham Technical Community College
  • Employment Security Commission of North Carolina
  • Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce
  • Job Corps
  • Services for the Blind