Category Archives: News Releases

Boise Multi-Employer Job Fair will offer employment opportunities, Dec. 10

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Dec. 3, 2024
Media Contact: Joe.Goitiandia@labor.idaho.gov

Employers in Ada County will be available at a job fair Tuesday, Dec. 10, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the State of Idaho Chinden Campus, Building 6 conference room. The address is 11351 W. Chinden Blvd.

Employers planning to attend include the State of Idaho Military Division, Treasure Valley YMCA, Ada County Highway District, Idaho Bankers Association, Bogus Basin, West Ada School District, City of Boise, Idaho Youth Ranch, Boise State University, CS Beef Packers and more.

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AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) teams respond to Idaho fires

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For Immediate Release: Nov. 26, 2024
Media Contact: Micaela.deLoyola-Carkin@labor.idaho.gov

Three AmeriCorps NCCC forest teams deployed to Idaho to assist the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest, the Sawtooth National Forest and the Boise National Forest in wildfire risk reduction.

“I am infinitely grateful to AmeriCorps, the U.S. Forest Service and the state of Idaho for the opportunity to serve on my first wildfire in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest,” Lily Liebowitz, AmeriCorps NCCC forest team, Delta 2 member said. “I had the wonderful chance to meet, network and learn from wildland firefighters from all over the country and across agencies.”

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Governor Little proclaims apprenticeship week, Nov. 17-23

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For Immediate Release: Nov. 22, 2024
Media Contact: Darlene.Carnopis@labor.idaho.gov

Gov. Brad Little signed a proclamation today formally declaring Nov. 17-23 as Apprenticeship Week in Idaho, coinciding with the U.S. Department of Labor’s 10th annual National Apprenticeship Week.

Pictured from left: Chair of the Workforce Development Council Deni Hoehne, Gov. Brad Little, St. Luke’s Medical Assistant Apprentice James Hamilton-Vail and Idaho Department of Labor Director Jani Revier. Continue reading →

Idaho Smart Growth approved for AmeriCorps VISTA resources

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For Immediate Release: Nov. 21, 2024
Media Contact: Micaela.deLoyola-Carkin@labor.idaho.gov or Crispin@idahosmartgrowth.org

Serve Idaho, the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism, approved Idaho Smart Growth to host two AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) members in 2025.

Idaho Smart Growth is a statewide nonprofit committed to alleviating poverty. The organization works with government, private sector and neighborhood leaders to apply smart growth strategies and ensure towns of all sizes maximize community benefits while reducing public costs. Continue reading →

Apprenticeship Idaho distributes over 3,000 books to schools across the state

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For Immediate Release: Nov. 18, 2024
Media Contact: Renee.Bade@labor.idaho.gov

Author Elaine Zabriskie with her dog and star of the book, Booper.

Over 3,000 free children’s books about the value of apprenticeships were distributed by the Idaho Department of Labor and Apprenticeship Idaho to elementary school classrooms across the state in September.

Designed for K-5 students, “Booper Dreams Big: An Almost True Story of Apprenticeship” follows the journey of Booper the dog and his apprenticeship as a satellite technician.

Apprenticeship Idaho originally published the book in 2022, becoming one of the first U.S. government agencies to produce a children’s book about apprenticeship. Continue reading →

Idaho’s October unemployment rate increases to 3.7%

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Nov. 15, 2024
Media Contact: William.Winkle@labor.idaho.gov or Craig.Shaul@labor.idaho.gov

Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 3.7% in October, up from 3.6% in September.

The state’s labor force increased by 3,738 people (0.4%) to 993,428 while the labor force participation rate — the percentage of people 16 years of age or older who are either employed or looking for work — increased from 63.2% to 63.3% between September and October.

Total employment increased by 3,037 (0.3%) to 956,960 as unemployment increased by 701 (2%) to 36,468.

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Post Falls hiring event takes place Wednesday, Nov. 20

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For Immediate Release: Nov. 13, 2024
Media Contact: Jaquetta.Banks@labor.idaho.gov

Several employers will connect with job seekers at a hiring event Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Idaho Department of Labor’s Post Falls office. The address is 600 N. Thornton St.

Employers planning to attend include Environmental Control, Fred Meyer, Genesis Prep Academy, H&R Block, Home Helpers, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Sunshine Minting, Inland Chess Academy and many more.

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Labor economists to discuss 2024 Idaho Business Climate survey results during Nov. 12 webinar

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For Immediate Release: Nov. 6, 2024
Media Contact: Craig.Shaul@labor.idaho.gov

Labor Economists Seth Harrington, Lisa Grigg and Brandon Duong will be joined by Research Supervisor Craig Shaul to discuss results from the second annual Idaho Business Climate survey, Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 11 a.m. to noon MT via Zoom.

Idaho Department of Labor economists developed this survey to obtain “real-time” data within the state. Broad measures of national employment data are readily available and released quickly, but statewide data, if available, often lags by as long as one to three years.

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Job postings in Pocatello continue to be filled, with 200 employers hiring in the region

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For Immediate Release: Oct. 30, 2024
Media Contact: Jennifer.Heisler@labor.idaho.gov

In September, there were 617 unique job postings for southeastern Idaho, with approximately 200 employers seeking workers, according to Conference Board data via Lightcast.

“Opportunities for job seekers are in a variety of industries including in transportation, vegetable manufacturing, semiconductor manufacturing, government support and more,” Labor Economist Brandon Duong said. “Skills in power tool operation, bookkeeping and heavy equipment machinery are also in high demand.”

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Jerome volunteer recognized for contributions

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For Immediate Release: Oct. 28, 2024
Media Contact: Emily.Straubhar@labor.idaho.gov

A volunteer from Jerome was honored for her service at the Idaho Capital for a Day event hosted by Gov. Brad Little, Thursday, Oct. 24.

Serve Idaho, the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism, recognized Linda Helms with Idaho’s Brightest Star Award for her exceptional volunteer service.

The Jerome County Historical Society commended Helms for her tireless efforts to preserve and share the unique history of Jerome, Idaho, through her volunteer hours at local historical societies. Continue reading →