Community Development

Jones County Junior College

Located in the Howard Technology Park, the Advanced Technology Center at Jones County Junior College is home to Workforce Development, Adult Education, and the Small Business Development Center, to name a few.  Businesses and industries throughout Jones’ service territory have access to this facility for their company’s training needs or for special events.  Its mission is to serve the academic, occupational and continuing education needs of the workforce and employers in the 8 county district:  Jones, Wayne, Greene, Perry, Covington, Smith, Jasper, and Clarke.

Specialized Services
  • Information Technology – This is specialized training in LAN (local area network) and WAN (wide area network) technology.
  • Applied Manufacturing – Training in advanced welding, lean manufacturing concepts, electrical wiring, robotics, CAD (computer aided drafting), ammonia refrigeration, electronics and machining.
  • Agriculture Science – Training in wood products and agricultural industries.
Small Business Development
  • Business Counseling – Assist in developing and updating business plans and marketing strategies for current and prospective businesses.  Also assist in identifying sources of funding and resources that provide funding.
  • Small Business Workshops – Provide workshops with valuable information with regard to starting a business, taxes, time management, record keeping, etc.  Most workshops are held throughout the year to meet the varied needs of starting and operating a business and are free or offered at a very minimal cost.
Adult Education Program

This program enhances basic skills such as reading, writing, math, communication, computer skills and teamwork.

Workforce Training
  • Lean Manufacturing Concepts
  • Frontline Leadership
  • Customer Service
  • Emergency Management
  • Computer Application Software
  • Cisco Networking Academy
  • Programmable Logic Controller Training
  • Industrial Maintenance
  • Construction Trades
  • Certified Volunteer Firefighter
  • ServSafe Food Safety Certification
  • First Steps Workshops
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Modern Multi-Skill Manufacturing Certification
  • Adult Basic Education; GED Prep & Testing
  • Lean Office Concepts
  • Frontline Supervision
  • OSHA Training
  • Workplace Site Security
  • Advanced Computer Certifications
  • Welding
  • Pipefitting
  • Electrical Training
  • Search & Rescue
  • First Responder
  • How To Start Your Own Business
  • WorkKeys Testing – Career Readiness
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Career Readiness Credential
  • ACT Prep & Testing

Contact Information

www.jcjc.edu/atc

Advanced Technology Center
900 South Court Street (Mailing)
72 Technology Boulevard (Physical)
Ellisville, MS  39437

Mr. Greg Butler, Director of ATC/Workforce
601-477-4113 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Ms. Regina Kitchens, Workforce Development Coordinator
Specialties:  Safety, Manufacturing, Emergency Response
601-477-4186 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Mr. Paul Johnson, Workforce Development Coordinator
Specialties:  Manufacturing, Metal Trades, Lean Manufacturing
601-477-4244 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Ms. Kelly Robinson, Workforce Development Coordinator
Specialties: Cisco Networking Academy Program, Computer training courses (Basic and Advanced), IV Therapy, Certification Testing
601.477.4114 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)