Tag Archives: idaho jobs

Wages increase in Ada County, Labor puts on hiring event

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: May 9, 2024
Media Contact: Joe.Goitianda@labor.idaho.gov

The average covered wage for all industries in Ada County has grown by 25% since 2019, according to Labor Economist Jan Roeser.

And from a recent news release from the Idaho Department of Labor, the Boise Metropolitan Statistical Area had the largest average hourly wage increase of $2.62 over the year.

Job seekers in Boise who are looking to change careers, are invited to a hiring event Wednesday, May 15, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Boise Public Library. The library is located at 715 S. Capitol Blvd.

Continue reading →

Migration into northern Idaho creates job opportunities for residents

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: May 7, 2024
Media Contact: Tara.McKelvey@labor.idaho.gov

There has been significant migration into northern Idaho, according to Labor Economist Lisa Grigg. Within a five-year span, 2018-2023, the region’s population increased by 15%.

“A growing population requires more goods, services, infrastructure and construction activities,” Grigg said. “The need for labor also remains strong.”

Continue reading →

Idaho launches innovative teacher apprenticeship program to fill job openings

Idaho openings for K-12 teachers remains robust, with over 1,500 unique job postings in 2023, and 2,000 in 2022 according to Lightcast data, and the demand isn’t expected to slow down anytime soon. Employment projections by the Idaho Department of Labor anticipate a continued need, forecasting 1,500 to 1,600 statewide openings annually from 2022 to 2032.

To become a teacher in Idaho, an individual must obtain a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college, complete an educator preparation program, complete an unpaid student teaching program and pass a State Board-approved content assessment to receive an endorsement for proper certification.

Continue reading →

Rexburg employers seek workers for vacant job openings

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: April 24, 2024
Media Contact: Maria.Martin@labor.idaho.gov

Idaho ranked No. 1 in the nation at 3.7% for over-the-year nonfarm job growth in March. While the state’s unemployment rate remains the same at 3.3%, local businesses continue to create job opportunities for residents.

Rexburg employers with job openings to fill will be available at the Idaho Department of Labor’s job fair, Tuesday, April 30, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at VFW – Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall, 480 W. Second N.

Continue reading →

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.

Continue reading →

Caldwell’s growth creates job opportunities

NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: April 4, 2024
Media Contact: Cynthia.Arment@labor.idaho.gov

The 2022 city population release reports Caldwell as the third largest city contributing to the state’s population growth, adding just over 2,000 citizens.

With the population increasing, the city has added 4,500 new jobs over the last five years, divided equally between goods production and the service industry – according to department Labor Economist Jan Roeser.

Continue reading →

Around Idaho: Economic activity, March 2024

Information provided in these news updates is collected up until the end of March and includes professional sources, news releases, weekly and daily newspapers, television and other media.

Northern Idaho
North central Idaho
Southwestern Idaho
South central Idaho
Southeastern Idaho
Eastern Idaho

 

 

 

NORTHERN IDAHO

Benewah, Bonner, Boundary and Kootenai counties

Figure 1.

Continue reading →

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.

Continue reading →

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.

Continue reading →

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.

Continue reading →