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Idaho’s unemployment rate remains at 3.6% in June

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: July 18, 2025
Media Contact: John.Panter@labor.idaho.gov or Will.Hoenike@labor.idaho.gov

Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged between May and June, remaining at 3.6%.

June’s labor force decreased by 541 people (-0.1%) to 1,010,662 while the labor force participation rate – the percentage of people 16 years or older who are either employed or looking for work – decreased by 0.1 percentage point between May and June, down to 63.4%.
Total employment decreased by 426 to 973,958 and unemployment decreased by 115 (-0.3%) to 36,704.

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Labor economist to explore Idaho’s demographics and population projections in July webinar

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For Immediate Release: July 15, 2025
Media Contact: Samuel.Wokenhauer@labor.idaho.gov

Idaho Department of Labor Economist Sam Wolkenhauer will discuss Idaho’s demographics and new population projections at a webinar Tuesday, July 22.

“Idaho continues to run contrary to the national trend of flatlining population growth and is one of the fastest growing states,” Wolkenhauer said. “There are a lot of variances within Idaho’s population growth, both in terms of which counties are growing and the age structure of the population.”

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Nampa Public Library and Idaho Department of Labor hosts Second Annual Hiring and Resource Fair, July 21

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For Immediate Release: July 14, 2025
Media Contact: Will.Hoenike@labor.idaho.gov

The Idaho Department of Labor is cohosting a hiring and resource fair with the Nampa Public Library on Monday, July 21, from noon to 3 p.m.

The event takes place at the Nampa Public Library located at 215 12th Ave. St.

“In addition to job and resource booths, attendees will hear from local and state government speakers, including a featured session with an economist from the department sharing insights on Idaho’s economic outlook,” Workforce Consultant Traci Petitt said. “Whether you’re looking for a new opportunity or supportive services, this event offers something for everyone in our community.”

Job seekers will have an opportunity to meet with many employers to discuss job openings including the Ada County Sheriff’s Office, Bogus Basin, City of Nampa, Papa Murphy’s, Idaho Association of General Contractors, Durham School Services and more.

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Hiring event in Coeur d’Alene offers opportunity to connect to employers, July 9

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For Immediate Release: July 2, 2025
Media Contact: Will.Hoenike@labor.idaho.gov

A hiring event will be held Wednesday, July 9, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave.

Employers planning to attend include Ace Industrial Supply, All Ways Caring HomeCare, Comfort Keepers, Buck Knives, Hecla Mining Company, New York Life, North Idaho College, North Idaho Dental Group, Phoenix Protective Corporation, TDS Telecom, Toastmasters International and more.

Jobs available include sales agents, caregivers, health care assistants, certified nursing assistants, skilled trade positions, customer service agents, financial service professionals and others.

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Idaho Department of Labor works to prevent, stop unemployment insurance fraud

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For Immediate Release: June 23, 2025
Media Contact: Darlene.Carnopis@labor.idaho.gov

The conviction of Woody Roberts, 38, of Jerome, for two counts of Misrepresentation to Obtain Unemployment Insurance Benefits, began as an investigation by Idaho Department of Labor compliance staff as part of the Department’s efforts to stop unemployment insurance fraud.

“Preventing unemployment insurance fraud helps us keep unemployment insurance taxes low while still providing benefits to eligible individuals,” said Idaho Department of Labor Director Jani Revier.

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Idaho’s unemployment rate drops to 3.6% in May

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: June 20, 2025
Media Contact: John.Panter@labor.idaho.gov or Will.Hoenike@labor.idaho.gov

Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased between April and May, from 3.7% to 3.6%.

May’s labor force decreased by 875 people (-0.1%) to 1,011,244 while the labor force participation rate – the percentage of people 16 years of age or older who are either employed or looking for work – decreased by 0.1 percentage point between April and May, down to 63.5%.

Total employment decreased by 398 to 974,419 as unemployment decreased by 477 (-1.3%) to 36,825.

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Speak with employers in eastern Idaho at hiring event, June 25

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For Immediate Release: June 18, 2025
Media Contact: Will.Hoenike@labor.idaho.gov

A hiring event will be held Wednesday, June 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Idaho Department of Labor office at 1515 E. Lincoln Road in Idaho Falls.

Employers planning to attend include American Fabrication, Idaho Army National Guard, City of Blackfoot, Frosty Gater, Grease Monkey, Roof Rescue, TRIO – Idaho State University, HK Contractors and others.

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Labor economists to discuss rural Idaho’s economy at webinar June 17

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: June 11, 2025
Media Contact: Will.Hoenike@labor.idaho.gov

Idaho Department of Labor Economists Lisa Grigg, Brandon Duong and Sam Wolkenhauer will discuss rural Idaho’s economy at a webinar Tuesday, June 17. The webinar takes place from 11 a.m. to noon MT over Zoom.

“This webinar is a unique opportunity to discuss the economic successes and challenges of rural Idaho,” Wolkenhauer said.

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Connect with various employers at Boise hiring event

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For Immediate Release: June 5, 2025
Media Contact: Will.Hoenike@labor.idaho.gov

A hiring event will be held Thursday, June 12, from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the State of Idaho Chinden Campus, 11351 W. Chinden Blvd.

Job seekers are expected to arrive at Building 6 in the conference room.

Employers planning to attend include Ada County Human Resources, Bogus Basin, Boise School District, City of Boise, Idaho Power, the Idaho Transportation Department, Knife River, KeyBank, Omega Tech Labs, American Airlines and many more.

Featured positions at the event include accounts payable positions, operations specialists, eligibility clerks, loan processing associates, human resource and project coordinators, quality assurance specialists, information technology software engineers, staff engineers, financial specialists, engineer managers, assemblers, office administration positions and others.

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Shelley volunteer recognized for contributions

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For Immediate Release: May 30, 2025
Media Contact: Will.Hoenike@labor.idaho.gov

Patricia MorrisA volunteer from Shelley was honored for her service at the Idaho Capital for a Day event hosted by Gov. Brad Little, Wednesday, May 28.

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

Morris was nominated by the Shelley Senior Center for her dedicated work supporting their mission to promote, coordinate and integrate their programs across Northern Bingham County. Morris served on the board of directors for the center for six years and has volunteered there for nine years. Continue reading →