Category Archives: News Releases

Leap into a new career at Caldwell’s hiring event, Thursday, Feb. 29

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Feb. 23, 2024
Media Contact: David.Arciniega@labor.idaho.gov

Job seekers are encouraged to “leap into a new career” at a hiring event in Caldwell, Thursday, Feb. 29. The hiring event starts at 9 a.m. and runs until noon at the Idaho Department of Labor office located at 4514 Thomas Jefferson St.

Employers planning to attend include Admiral Beverage Corp., Amalgamated Sugar, Big Tex Trailers, Blue Ribbon Landscape and Maintenance, CS Beef Packers, CTI Foods, D&B Supply and more.

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Free seminar opportunity for Idaho businesses, Feb. 28

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Feb. 22, 2024
Media Contact: Kandi.Rudd@labor.idaho.gov

Idaho businesses will learn about the Idaho Human Rights Commissions’ services, Wednesday, Feb. 28. This online seminar starts at 10 a.m. and ends at 11:30 a.m. MDT.

The seminar, featuring Commission Administrator Ben Earwicker, will also cover existing trends in state and federal anti-discrimination laws, the process for filing and responding to discrimination claims and the complaint resolution process.

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Thirty employers plan to recruit employees at Post Falls hiring event, Feb. 21

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Feb. 16, 2024
Media Contact: Tara.McKelvey@labor.idaho.gov

Kootenai County continues to see an increase in job postings. With 1,475 job openings during the month of January, job openings have grown by 40%.

Around 30 employers will be trying to fill some of those openings during a monthly hiring event in Post Falls, Wednesday, Feb. 21. Job seekers can show up anytime from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Labor office located at 600 N. Thornton St.

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Employers encouraged to participate in Labor’s hiring event for youth and young adults

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Feb. 14, 2024
Media Contact: Janalee.Henderson@labor.idaho.gov

Employers across the Treasure Valley with job vacancies to fill are encouraged to attend the Idaho Department of Labor’s Youth/Young Adult Career Exploration and Hiring Event, Saturday, March 2, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Galaxy Event Center/Wahooz Family Fun Zone in Meridian.

The event is free of charge for employers. Tables and chairs will be provided.

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Feb. 13 webinar will focus on Idaho’s rural economy

NEWS RELEASE

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

Labor Economist Ryan Whitesides will talk about the many components that make up Idaho’s rural economy during the next Idaho Department of Labor webinar Tuesday, Feb. 13, from 11 a.m. to noon MT.

“Rural Idaho’s economy can mean different things to different people,” Whitesides said. “From demographics and population to the land itself, our rural economy is made up of public and private industry, farms, ranches, forests, national monuments, community gateways to national parks and so much more.”

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State requests public comments for new 2024-2027 state workforce plan

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Feb. 2, 2024
Media Contact: Rico.Barrera@labor.idaho.gov

The Idaho Department of Labor and the Workforce Development Council are requesting public comment on the updated draft of Idaho’s 2024 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Combined State Plan for 2024 through 2027.

Idaho’s workforce development system is comprised of a network of state, regional, local agencies and organizations that provide a range of services. This includes employment, education, training, and overall support to help all job-seekers secure good jobs while providing businesses with the skilled workers they need to compete in a global economy.

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Idaho still experiencing a slight downward trend in workplace fatalities

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Jan. 26, 2024
Media Contact: Therese.Schumacher@labor.idaho.gov

Idaho reported 39 work fatalities in 2022, nine more deaths than in 2021, or a 30% increase. While this is a significant increase from 2021, Idaho is still experiencing a slight downward trend (Figure 1) in workplace fatalities according to the state’s most recent Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) report.

The annual CFOI report presents data regarding all work incidents that caused a significant injury leading to the death of a worker. It does not include illnesses or preexisting conditions that caused a worker to die without an injury, such as COVID or a heart attack. Continue reading →

Local communities can apply for AmeriCorps grants

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Jan. 22, 2024
Media Contact: Renee.Bade@labor.idaho.gov

Idaho organizations interested in operating an AmeriCorps program can earn up to $75,000 in grant funds. Eligible organizations include nonprofits; educational, community and faith-based organizations; Indian tribes and local governments.

Those interested have until Feb. 2 to submit an intent to apply form for federal funding through AmeriCorps.

Serve Idaho, the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism, and AmeriCorps provide funding for disaster services, economic opportunity, education, environmental stewardship, healthy futures, veterans and military families. Continue reading →

Idaho’s December unemployment rate remains at 3.3%

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Jan. 19, 2024
Media Contact: Craig.Shaul@labor.idaho.gov
or John.Panter@labor.idaho.gov

Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged between November and December, remaining at 3.3%.

The state’s labor force increased by 1,616 people (0.2%) to 975,560.

Idaho’s labor force participation rate – the percentage of people 16 years of age or older who are either employed or looking for work – decreased from November’s 62.5% to 62.4% in December.

Total employment increased by 1,178 (0.1%) to 942,919 as unemployment increased by 438 (1.4%) to 32,641.

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Over 150 jobs available at Labor’s Post Falls hiring event, Jan. 17

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Jan. 11, 2024
Media Contact: Tara.McKelvey@labor.idaho.gov

The Idaho Department of Labor is hosting a hiring event in Post Falls on Wednesday, Jan. 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event takes place at the department’s Post Falls local office, located at 600 N. Thornton St.

While over 1,000 job openings are currently listed in Kootenai County, Labor Economist Sam Wolkenhauer shared the top five industries looking for workers include administrative and support services; hospitals; ambulatory healthcare services; food services and drinking places; and insurance carriers and related activities. Continue reading →