Workforce Development
Workforce Development is a key priority for local and state government agencies focused on enhancing their communities’ skills, employability, and productivity. By investing in training programs, education, and job placement services, governments can help create a robust labor force that meets the demands of evolving industries. This directory offers articles on workforce development and related topics, like economic development, which examines strategies for fostering job creation and attracting business investments to stimulate regional growth.
Gov. Maura Healey announced Fall River will get expedited funding to hire more firefighters following the Gabriel House fire that killed 10
Officers with children under 5 can receive up to $400 monthly through Atlanta Police Foundation-backed subsidy
Loveland Fire Rescue Authority celebrated the grand opening of a new health and wellness center and burn building, facilities designed to support firefighter health and realistic training
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Georgia Pacific Foundation grants focus on the four E’s of community building: Education, Entrepreneurship, Enrichment of Community and Environment.
Aside from their obvious resemblance, the new chiefs-of-staff to mayors in Lancaster and York, Pennsylvania, also share a similar millennial philosophy when it comes to working for the public.
Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan Chase & Co. are forming a disruptive, nonprofit healthcare company that will focus on technologies that can reduce employee healthcare expenses.
Stephen Clay could be voted out of his new post as Indianapolis City-County Council president in February over an election controversy and public protests regarding ongoing child sexual assault allegations.
Once a move highly touted by Gov. Scott Walker, increased taxpayer credit payments, concerns over a lack of water quality protections and residents evicted on short notice have soured the once-sweet Foxconn deal.
Here are some basic issues local governments need to think about in developing policies and choosing solutions that reduce liabilities from employee text messaging.
Fort Worth’s homeless work program allows sheltered people a chance to work, earning income to help end their homelessness
The new HHS division will enforce religious freedom; announcement featured political leader, health workers, academics and religious leaders that addressed religious discrimination in healthcare workplaces.
Recognizing the risks of disaster relief support through Psychological First Aid is critical to maintaining first responder mental health. These steps can help prepare for, decompress and recover from mental health impacts.
A legislative proposal, the Uniting and Securing America (USA Act), could protect some DACA recipients from deportation, as it addresses border security and migration.
The Nebraska enterprise content management team led by Kevin Keller has improved productivity with an ECM platform with agile development across multiple state agencies.
APTA says that changes to the commuter tax benefit and advance refundability of municipal bonds in Trump tax bill discourages transportation investments.
Ivy Tech Community College celebrated Veterans Day by educating local vets about college credits for armed services and college financial aid opportunities.
Flexjobs CEO shares how rural areas can take advantage of remote work opportunities growth when local governments nurture broadband, training and awareness.
Disabled workers have questions about how testing a return to work through Ticket to Work might affect their disability benefits. Ask Rusty has answers.
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