AEDC Backs Public Investment via Sales Tax
The Anchorage Economic Development Corporation is exploring if a local sales tax could pay for amenities to attract workers.
Tag: Workforce
Resource Development Council Explores Workforce Solutions
Marketing campaigns and transferable skills are some of the tools available to deepen Alaska’s labor pool for impending infrastructure projects.
Industry and Educators Convene for Workforce Development Solutions to Labor Shortage
A two-day Workforce Development Convening brought industry and educators together to address an acute labor shortage.
Working to Employ Alaskans with Disabilities
The Alaska Work Matters Task Force reviewed and analyzed existing policies, practices, procedures, barriers, and workforce utilization data regarding the employment of people with disabilities in Alaska, producing a report that includes sweeping recommendations for legislation and for executive branch departments, agencies, and commissions.
Occupational and Survival Training
Employers are compelled by regulations and their own moral standards to prioritize the health of their employees. For those employees whose work requires that they manage bad weather, remote worksites, aggressive wildlife, or other hazards, additional training can give them the tools they need to get home safe every day.
A Wider Ladder: Public Employers Adjust Hiring Standards
Non-traditional work experience and practical skills count in lieu of college for State of Alaska and Municipality of Anchorage jobs.
Delta Constructors and Calista Finalize Workforce Development Agreement
Delta Constructors and Calista Corporation finalized an agreement to expand development of the construction trades workforce.
Preparing to Leverage Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Funds
State officials and business leaders are preparing to take advantage of potential funds provided by the Infrastructure and Jobs Act, which may potentially be applied to energy, sanitation, road, bridge, port, and other projects across the state.
National Data Shows Two-Thirds of 16- and 17-Year-Olds Plan to Work This Summer
The 2021 survey of 1,002 13- to 17-year-olds was conducted for Junior Achievement by ENGINE Insights from May 6 through 13, 2021.