House Springs, MO – A significant workforce reduction is set to impact Jefferson County as Durham School Services prepares to shut down its House Springs operation, leaving more than 100 employees without jobs.
According to a WARN notice filed Monday with the Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development, the layoffs follow the loss of Durham’s contract with the Northwest R-1 School District. The company confirmed it will cease operations at its facility located at 4260 Gravois Road in House Springs.
The closure is expected to permanently eliminate approximately 107 positions across Jefferson County, including three salaried employees, five full-time hourly workers and 99 part-time hourly roles. The layoffs represent a substantial hit to the local workforce, particularly for part-time employees who make up the majority of those affected.
Company officials stated that the first employee separations are scheduled to begin on Friday, June 5, 2026. Some workers may continue working temporarily through summer school transportation routes, which could extend their employment slightly beyond the initial separation date.
Durham School Services indicated that all impacted employees have already been notified both verbally and in writing. A portion of the workforce is represented by Teamsters Local 610, which may play a role in assisting employees during the transition.
The WARN filing is required under federal law when large-scale layoffs or facility closures occur, allowing time for affected workers to seek new employment or training opportunities.
It remains unclear which transportation provider will replace Durham’s services within the Northwest R-1 School District as the transition moves forward.
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