An article offering ways to retain employees through short-term educational opportunties along with ways to look for these qualities in prospective workers during the hiring process.
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) and the Oregon Commission for the Blind (OCB) partner together to provide inclusion guidance, recruitment support and disability awareness training for Oregon businesses. This training is relevant to human resource professionals, managers and staff of any business, educational institute or government agency. In addition, OCB can provide training on topics including assistive technology and accommodations used for existing and future employees with vision loss.
Harassment and discrimination on construction job sites create hostile work environments that negatively impact safety, productivity, and retention of a skilled workforce. These challenges disproportionately harm women, Black, Indigenous and other people of color (BIPOC) in the Construction industry. Positive jobsite culture, which provides a workplace free from harassment and discrimination, is good for the industry’s long term success and sustainability: it minimizes work stoppages and lost time, improves performance, supports safety protocols, enhances employee engagement, supports retention of a skilled workforce, increases health and wellness of workers and increases overall productivity.
NCRC is a certificate that verifies three foundational skills: Applied Mathematics, Graphic Literacy and Workplace Documents, used by thousands of employers, employees and job applicants as a uniform measure of key workplace skills.
A comprehensive list of resources from the US Department of Labor assisting employers in the hiring of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
The "Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation" pocket card assists applicants, employees, and other interested parties in understanding the process for requesting a reasonable accommodation.
The Preferred Worker Program helps qualified Oregon workers who have permanent restrictions from on-the-job injuries and who are not able to return to their regular employment because of those injuries. Preferred workers can offer Oregon employers a chance to save money by hiring them.
OSHA's eTools and the eMatrix are "stand-alone," interactive, Web-based training tools on occupational safety and health topics. They are highly illustrated and utilize graphical menus. Some also use expert system modules, which enable the user to answer questions and receive reliable advice on how OSHA regulations apply to their work site
This virtual training is designed to assist emerging leaders in developing the necessary skills and mindset to succeed in their roles. This is a 6-part workshop series (each workshop is 90 minutes long) taken as a bundle. Those who complete the entire 6-part series earn a certificate of completion. Starts October 5, 9:30 - 10 am
Access the state labor market exchange at no cost, to enter job listings and recruit job seekers. Employers can post jobs, screen candidates by skills and qualifications, and contact candidates directly.
The job posting site Idealist, offers data, insights, and recommendations to aid employers recruitment and hiring strategies. Includes attracting, interviewing, onboarding, building talent pipelines, internship programs, DEI programs, hiring managers, how to optimize job descriptions, and more. Visit the Idealist Resource site.
The HIRE Vets Medallion Program is the only federally recognized awards program, sponsored by the U.S. Dept. of Labor. The HIRE Vets Medallion recognizes employers who hire and retain veterans, including their efforts to establish employee development programs and veteran specific benefits to improve retention.
Rogue Workforce Partnership is excited to welcome your students to Careers in Gear 2025! April 24, 9 am - 2 pm The event is open to all high school students grade 9 through 12. Please bring youth who are exploring careers as well as those moving into the workforce after graduation or looking for a summer job. The format is an open floor expo with 150+ employers representing some of the most exciting employment opportunities in Southern Oregon. Industries represented will include Healthcare, IT/Tech, Social Services, Manufacturing, Construction, Transportation, Government, and Military. Training providers and post-secondary education providers will also be in attendance. Learn more along with Registration Links for Employers and Schools.
2024 Careers in Gear, April 25, 9 am – 2 pm will be returning to the Jackson County Expo, spanning two buildings and outside options. This annual spring event is an opportunity to capture youth job seekers moving into the workforce after school/graduation. Show off your business and COOLEST jobs. Employers can accept applications on the spot! Approximately 2000 high school Students will be in attendance. Day prior setup available. Registration: $125.00 includes draped booth & 2 lunches. Sponsorship options also available.
