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NEWS: STORIES WE ARE FOLLOWING
SUPERSTARS IN EDUCATION & TRAININGThere is no question that a healthy economy requires a strong workforce. Whether college-bound or preparing for a technical or trade job, individuals need to be equipped with the knowledge and skills to be successful. Superstars in Education and Training seeks to celebrate innovative programs that contribute to developing the state’s workforce—of today and tomorrow. Read the full release >
MEET OUR WINNERS:
Save the date! Join us in celebrating our superstars at the Superstars in Education & Training awards ceremony at Wilmington University on May 8 at 4:45pm. Register >
DELAWARE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD:
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1. While two- or four-year colleges were considered somewhat or very important in recruitment by half or more of the respondents, so were technical and career schools, and four out of five respondents have employment opportunities that do not require a college degree
2. Almost half the companies surveyed accept individuals who were part of the criminal justice system |
3. More than forty percent of respondents cited self-motivation (53%), communication skills (51%), problem solving/critical thinking (45%), and attention to detail (43%) as the general skills and experience gaps that have large impacts on recruitment
4. The technical skills gaps uncovered included a lack of Microsoft Excel and Word skills as well as shortcomings in basic computer literacy. |
Monthly Labor Review - JANUARY 2023
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Delaware’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in January 2023 was 4.6%, unchanged from December 2022. There were 22,900 unemployed Delawareans in January 2023 compared to 23,100 in January 2022. The US unemployment rate was 3.4% in January 2023, down from 3.5% in December 2022. In January 2022, the US unemployment rate was 4.0%, while Delaware’s rate was 4.6%.
In January 2023, seasonally adjusted nonfarm employment was 479,300, up from 477,000 in December 2022. Since January 2022, Delaware’s total nonfarm jobs have increased by a net gain of 14,600, a rise of 3.2%. Nationally, jobs during that period increased 3.3% For data questions, contact: Tom Dougherty at (302) 761-8062 |
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SUPPORTING THE CHILD CARE SECTOR: THE FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF PHILADELPHIA LAUNCHES PARTNERSHIP WITH DELAWARE BUSINESS COMMUNITY
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The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia partnered with the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce, Rodel, & the Delaware Department of Education to launch a Research in Action Lab to educate the business community in Delaware on the economic importance of the child care sector. Read more >
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THE ROLE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION IN DELAWARE'S BUSINESS SECTOR Pandemic and beyond:With greater vaccine availability and lower COVID-19 case numbers, the Delaware business community is focused on the road to economic recovery ahead. The pandemic has exposed the need for innovative public-private solutions to challenges facing working families and has underscored the importance of child care to regional economies. Read more >
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DELAWARE CHILD CARE INTERACTIVE POLICY MAP:
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Child Care Is Everyone's Business: Why Delaware Businesses Should Care About Early Childhood Education
In Delaware, as in the nation, early childhood care and education play an important role in the state’s economic health. As the sector faces profound challenges, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, this new report examines ways to increase access for working families.
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OCCUPATIONAL MOBILITY EXPLORER: BUILD YOUR PATH. COMPARE SKILLS. VIEW TOP TRANSITIONS.
In Exploring a Skills-Based Approach to Occupational Mobility, researchers from the Philadelphia and Cleveland Feds analyze the skills that employers request in the 33 largest metro areas and look for opportunities for workers to transfer their skills from one occupation to a similar — but higher-paying — occupation in the same labor market. This application is designed to make the findings interactive and wholly accessible to those interested in economic mobility.
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
RESOURCES:
- Forward Delaware - Rebuilding Delaware's workforce through rapid training. This is the place where jobseekers find training to enhance or gain skills, and employers connect with a qualified workforce.
- Delaware Technical Community College Continuing Education - The high demand training opportunities offered at Delaware Tech through Workforce Development and Community Education are designed for those wanting to upgrade their skills or who may want to change their career path altogether.
- Delaware Pathways - Works hand-in-hand with key government and business partners to identify key Delaware industries with a growing shortage of skilled workers, and create Pathways to meet those future needs.
- Delaware Workforce Development Board - Ensures the citizens of Delaware are provided with occupational training and employment service opportunities to help them achieve employment sustaining them and their families. (Delaware Dept. of Labor)
- Tech Hire Delaware - Provides tech training, career counseling, and connects candidates with employers seeking tech talent.
- Year Up Wilmington - Offers an intensive, one-year program for college students, ages 18-24, combining professional coaching, hands-on skill development, and internships at some of America’s top companies.
- WorkforceDelaware.com - Apprenticeship programs in the construction industry.
To successfully build the workforce of the future, we must constantly innovate and invest in the economy's most important resource — human capital.
The new economy competes on talent, yet the the current approach to financing talent development was built for a different era and economy. In this dynamic economy, jobs — and the skills required to fill those jobs — are constantly evolving. We need an approach that can evolve with the economy, and the changing needs of employers. This groundbreaking new initiative, Talent Finance, explores private sector-led solutions and innovations in finance to better invest in people. Read more >
The new economy competes on talent, yet the the current approach to financing talent development was built for a different era and economy. In this dynamic economy, jobs — and the skills required to fill those jobs — are constantly evolving. We need an approach that can evolve with the economy, and the changing needs of employers. This groundbreaking new initiative, Talent Finance, explores private sector-led solutions and innovations in finance to better invest in people. Read more >
MEMBER NEWS
- Whisman Giordano & Associates, LLC Announces the Hiring of Three Senior Accountants
- Beebe Medical Foundation Honors Dr. Palekar for Years of Philanthropic Service
- Saint Mark's Launches New Initiative Focused on Student Mental Health
- Navient names David Green as executive vice president
- Northern Delaware Featured on PBS Travel Show
STAFF PICKS
INTERN DELAWARE 2023Intern Delaware is an ‘add-on’ to your company’s internship program. During this two-month program, your summer interns receive access to professional development programming and networking opportunities designed to help them understand the unique aspects of our economy and culture.
Intern Delaware runs from June 5th through August 11th, 2023. |
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