Tag Archives: idaho employers

Kootenai County sees high demand for workers

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: April 10, 2024
Media Contact: Tara.McKelvey@labor.idaho.gov

There are a little over 1,500 job postings in Kootenai County, according to northern Idaho Labor Economist Sam Wolkenhauer. The top industries hiring include hospitals, restaurants, insurance carriers, accommodation and retail.

The Idaho Department of Labor has approximately 80 employers attending a hiring event, Wednesday, April 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Real Life Ministries, 1860 N. Cecil Road in Post Falls.

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SIDES E-Response saves employers time

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: April 3, 2024
Media Contact: Tyler.Smith@labor.idaho.gov

SIDES E-Response is a free, quick, accurate and secure way for employers to respond to unemployment insurance (UI) claim notices for laid-off or separated employees who file for unemployment benefits. The Idaho Department of Labor is encouraging Idaho employers to sign up.

When employers use SIDES (State Information Data Exchange System) to respond to information about a claim for unemployment insurance benefits filed by an employee, they play an important role in preventing and detect fraudulent claims according to SIDES Administrator Tyler Smith.

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Jobs and career resources available, April 3, at an Idaho Falls hiring event

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: March 27, 2024
Media Contact: Windy.Hahn@labor.idaho.gov

Retail, manufacturing, construction, health care and transportation are the top five industries looking for workers in eastern Idaho, according to Labor Economist Ryan Whitesides.

These industries and more will be represented at an Idaho Department of Labor hiring event, Wednesday, April 3.

Job seekers are encouraged to attend, bring an updated resume and dress to impress. The event will be held at the department’s Idaho Falls office, 1515 E. Lincoln Road, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Multiple jobs available at Post Falls hiring event, March 20

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: March 13, 2024
Media Contact: Tara.McKelvey@labor.idaho.gov

Approximately 30 employers will be at the Idaho Department of Labor’s Post Falls hiring event, Wednesday, March 20, looking to fill job openings. Job seekers are welcome to bring a resume from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to the department’s office located at 600 N. Thornton St.

Businesses planning to attend include the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Gozzer Ranch Golf & Lake Club, Hayden Area Regional Sewer, the National Guard, North Idaho Dental, Texas Roadhouse, Aerotek, Huntwood and many others.

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Idaho economist to highlight the state’s long-term industry and employment projections March 12

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: March 5, 2024
Media Contact: Craig.Shaul@labor.idaho.gov

The Idaho Department of Labor’s long-term industry and employment projection estimates will be released in March.

As a preview of the official release, labor economist Sam Wolkenhauer will provide an overview of these projections in a free webinar taking place Tuesday, March 12, from 11 a.m. to noon MST.

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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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2024 Labor market webinar series starts Tuesday, Jan. 9

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Jan. 4, 2024
Media Contact: Craig.Shaul@labor.idaho.gov

Idaho Labor Research Supervisor Craig Shaul will provide an overview of Labor’s Economic Outlook and Revenue Assessment Committee presentation during a webinar Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 11 a.m.

Afterwards, Jan Roeser, labor economist for southwestern Idaho, will discuss Idaho’s results from the American Community Survey.

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Federal labor law posters available for FREE to Idaho businesses

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Dec. 20, 2023
Media Contact: Lindsay.Trombly@labor.idaho.gov

Many Idaho businesses don’t know the required labor law posters some companies try to sell them are available for download from the state and federal labor departments for free.

Several statutes and regulations enforced by the U.S. Department of Labor require employers to make labor law posters available to employees and/or post them in the workplace.

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Apprenticeship Spotlight: Idaho businesses focus on family with apprenticeship opportunities

Long-term staffing can be challenging for small family-owned Idaho businesses. Finding and hiring talent can also be a costly burden in a tight labor market. A fully trained candidate expects higher wages, and the cost to train a job candidate can be expensive.

Some Idaho businesses are turning to the Idaho Registered Apprenticeship program to train their children and keep the business in the family.

Aspen Air Design – Malad

Aspen Air Design has been in the HVAC business since 2008 and has locations in Idaho (Rexburg and Malad) as well as Utah.

As owner Virginia Edlefsen experienced hiring challenges, she noticed her 16-year-old grandson Leonardo Dirilo took interest in her business and decided to give him some valuable work experience as a Registered Apprentice.

“He’s handy with tools and he’s very mechanically inclined and likes to be working,” she said. “He likes to work, and the labor of it. He’s quite talented at building metal and putting things together. He’s a quick learner.”

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