Company Research Report: SERJobs






Company Overview



Name: SER - Jobs for Progress of the Texas Gulf Coast, Inc. (SERJobs)

Mission of the Company:
  • To transform the lives of individuals through education, skill-based training, employment, and long-term financial stability.


Vision:
  • Where opportunity works.


Values:
  • Service

  • Excellence

  • Respect

  • Team


Founded:
  • The company was founded in 1965.


Founders:
  • The combined efforts of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), the G.I. Forum, and the Department of the Navy.


Key People:
  • Sheroo Mukhtiar - Chief Executive Officer

  • Paula Mendoza - Board Chair

  • Bryan Neely - Vice Chair

  • Mark McCullough - Treasurer

  • Gwen Tillotson Bell - Secretary


Headquarters:
  • 1710 Telephone Road, Houston, TX 77023


Number of Employees: No information is available

Revenue: No information is available

What the Company is Known For:
  • SERJobs is known for empowering individuals to transform their lives through education, training, employment, and financial empowerment services. Originally a volunteer job bank for Hispanic veterans, it has evolved into a comprehensive service provider operating offices in Houston, Galveston, and Fort Bend, Texas.





Products



Products/Services Offered:
1. Occupational Training
  • Skills: Training in high-demand fields such as welding, HVACR, plumbing, commercial driving (CDL), electrician, phlebotomy, and pediatric dental assistance.

  • High-Level Description: Programs designed to equip individuals with necessary skills for high-growth sectors.

  • Key Features:

  • On-site and virtual training options

  • Credentialing and certification programs

  • Access to experienced instructors and supportive resources


2. Financial Empowerment Services
  • High-Level Description: Designed to help individuals improve their financial literacy and stability.

  • Key Features:

  • Workshops on identity theft, credit scores, budgeting, and financial reports

  • One-on-one financial coaching


3. Education Assistance
  • High-Level Description: Provides resources to guide individuals through their educational journey.

  • Key Features:

  • Resume building

  • Academic counseling

  • Scholarship assistance


4. Employment Assistance
  • High-Level Description: Facilitates job placement through partnerships with employer partners.

  • Key Features:

  • Job bank access

  • Career coaching

  • Internships and on-the-job experience programs


5. Youth Programs
  • High-Level Description: Specialized programs for youth aged 16-24 to help them earn GEDs and work-ready certifications.

  • Key Features:

  • Internship opportunities

  • Career coaching

  • Leadership skill development





Recent Developments



Recent Developments:
  • Awards:

  • In February 2022, SERJobs received the Development of Distinction Award from the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Houston. This award was in the Not For Profit category for its Workforce Opportunity Center located at 1710 Telephone Road.


New Programs/Products Launched:
  • The company added several financial education workshops in partnership with PNC:

  • Identity Theft workshops

  • Credit Scores workshops

  • Budgeting workshops


New Features Added to Existing Products:
  • No information is available


New Partnerships:
  • Partnership with YouthBuild Houston to provide opportunities for young adults to earn their GED and learn on-the-job skills.





Training and Event Highlights



Upcoming Trainings:
  • Welding Training: July 29, 2024 - September 20, 2024

  • HVACR Training: July 29, 2024 - September 6, 2024

  • Plumbing Training: August 5, 2024 - September 20, 2024

  • CDL Training: Multiple Sessions Starting August 19 and 26, 2024

  • Electrician Training: Various dates in September 2024


Upcoming Events:
  • Financial Education Workshops by PNC:

  • Identity Theft: September 19, 2024 (Kashmere Gardens), October 28, 2024 (Magnolia)

  • Credit Scores: September 30, 2024 (Acres Homes), November 14, 2024 (Kashmere Gardens)

  • Budgeting: October 17, 2024 (Sunnyside), December 16, 2024 (Magnolia)





Locations and Contact Information



Offices:

Houston:
  • Address: 1710 Telephone Road, Houston, TX 77023

  • Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.


Galveston:
  • Address: Island Community Center, 4700 Broadway Road, Galveston, TX 77551

  • Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.


Fort Bend:
  • Address: United Way Fort Bend Center, 12300 Parc Crest Dr., Stafford, TX 77477

  • Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.


Contact:
  • General Inquiries: info@serjobs.org

  • Phone: 713.773.6000





Summary


SERJobs has a rich history of transforming lives through comprehensive education, training, and employment services. They continue to impact their community by expanding their service offerings and forming strategic partnerships.




For more information, visit [SERJobs Website](https://www.serjobs.org)