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Find a Job You’ll Love at Upcoming Virtual Job Search Workshop

Community Development, Economic News | job search success, job search tools, job-seekers, professional branding, resume, Utah Department of Workforce Services, Virtual Job Search Workshop, Virtual Workshops

Did you know the Utah Department of Workforce Services holds weekly Virtual Workshops, tailored just for job seekers? Every Tuesday at 1:00 p.m., job hunters can visit jobs.utah.gov to find the position they love. These workshops promise to help participants learn job search success strategies, including professional branding, accessing job search tools and resources, effectively […]

Fueling Success: GOEO and DWS Toolkits to Support Your Business

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News | Corporate Retention, DWS, GOEO, Hiring resources, International Trade, Recruitment, Utah Department of Workforce Services, Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity, Utah Tourism, workforce development

The Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO) is a powerful engine that helps drive the state’s economic growth. Its arsenal is packed with a diverse array of programs and initiatives, each a unique weapon in the battle for Utah’s prosperity. Business Services and Corporate Retention: These are Utah businesses’ allies, providing expert guidance and […]

Department of Workforce Services Announces Weekly Free Job Skills Workshops

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Finding a job you love is an important part of your career success, and the Utah Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is here to help. If you’re currently looking to enhance your career with an exciting new opportunity, DWS recently announced its upcoming virtual workshop with job-seekers like you in mind. The staff at DWS […]

Discover Different Exciting Industries at Upcoming Virtual Job Fair September 7, 2023

Business Resources and Information, Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News | job-seekers, Utah Department of Workforce Services, Utah employers, Utah job openings, Virtual Job Fair

The Utah Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is inviting all job seekers to attend its statewide virtual job fair on Thursday, September 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. More than 40 Utah employers, hiring for thousands of open positions across the state, are participating in the free online event. Employers are seeking workers to […]

Utah Shows no Signs of Economic Decline: Jobless Rate at 2.3%

Economic Development, Economic News | DWS, Utah Department of Workforce Services, Utah economy, Utah low unemployment, Utah young workforce

In spite of financial data indicating a slowing economy, Utah’s unemployment rate held at a low 2.3 percent during the month of May. Meanwhile, the national rate for unemployment rose to 3.7 percent from April. The May number indicates about 42,000 Utahns are currently jobless, according to a new report by the Utah Department of […]

Layton City Announces May 2023 Small Business Seminar

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“How to Recruit and Retain Productive Employees” is the topic of Layton City’s upcoming Free Small Business Seminar, set for May 24, 2023 from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. The City’s Community and Economic Development department continues its popular education series featuring a panel of successful business and public sector leaders including: Chris Rydman, President, […]