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Pinal County Local Workforce Development Board |
Workforce Initiatives
Pinal County Economic Conditions & Workforce Analysis
Elliott D. Pollack and Company was retained by ARIZONA@WORK Pinal County in Spring 2018 to conduct an economic conditions analysis of employment trends and workforce characteristics in Pinal County. The analysis is designed to address in-demand economic sectors, occupations, and industries that have capitalized on the particular business location attributes and strengths of the County. The study will also provide an analysis of the skills and knowledge required by these industries and assess the current workforce programs currently in place. To access the report, click here
Elliott D. Pollack and Company was retained by ARIZONA@WORK Pinal County in Spring 2018 to conduct an economic conditions analysis of employment trends and workforce characteristics in Pinal County. The analysis is designed to address in-demand economic sectors, occupations, and industries that have capitalized on the particular business location attributes and strengths of the County. The study will also provide an analysis of the skills and knowledge required by these industries and assess the current workforce programs currently in place. To access the report, click here
Access Points
The Maricopa Public Library was established as an access point in August, 2018. The City of Maricopa and library leadership were happy to expand the accessibility of workforce services to city residents. Service delivery plans for the location include regularly scheduled workshops and itinerate program services.
The Superior Public Library was re-established as an access point in September 2018. Workshops will start on a trial basis in early 2019.
The Maricopa Public Library was established as an access point in August, 2018. The City of Maricopa and library leadership were happy to expand the accessibility of workforce services to city residents. Service delivery plans for the location include regularly scheduled workshops and itinerate program services.
The Superior Public Library was re-established as an access point in September 2018. Workshops will start on a trial basis in early 2019.
Career Pathways
The Career Pathways Committee Chair Liz Harris-Tuck is working with program leadership to develop Career Coaching Training for ARIZONA@WORK Pinal County staff. This training aims to equip staff with vital career development tools such as: interest and skills inventory assessment, career pathway alignment, integration of labor market information, and other resources necessary to succeed.
The Career Pathways Committee Chair Liz Harris-Tuck is working with program leadership to develop Career Coaching Training for ARIZONA@WORK Pinal County staff. This training aims to equip staff with vital career development tools such as: interest and skills inventory assessment, career pathway alignment, integration of labor market information, and other resources necessary to succeed.
Arizona Career Readiness Credential
The Arizona Career Readiness Credential (ACRC) offers employers a way to validate the work readiness skills of job seekers. Staff training for the implementation of this certificate is scheduled for October 2-3, 2018. Simultaneously, an effort to educate Pinal County employers and obtain buy-in on credential recognition is underway.
The Arizona Career Readiness Credential (ACRC) offers employers a way to validate the work readiness skills of job seekers. Staff training for the implementation of this certificate is scheduled for October 2-3, 2018. Simultaneously, an effort to educate Pinal County employers and obtain buy-in on credential recognition is underway.
Pinal County News
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Employ Millennials? Here's Why You Should NOT Try To Retain Them
Forbes Millennials may not be 'loyal', but they can add tremendous value to your company. Click here to read the entire article.” 2018 Articles"He's one of the only humans at work- and he loves it" By: Danielle Paquette
"Americans' commutes keep getting longer, according to survey data" By: Faiz Siddiqui Improving skills through America’s workforce development system
Kevin Bauman, Cody Christensen September 11, 2018 | American Enterprise Institute Policymakers at the state and federal levels have expressed concern over the emerging “skills gap”—the mismatch between the job skills employers are looking for and the skills that applicants in the labor market possess. This report offers recommendations for enhancing the federal workforce development system by reviewing and identifying inefficiencies in the current system. It concludes by forwarding several policy suggestions aimed at improving the way that Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funding is used by job seekers and training providers. To access the report, click here. College Success Arizona released a policy brief on April 25, 2018 that makes the case for investing in strategies that foster a comprehensive college-going culture and future-ready workforce. The brief details the gap in the credentials needed, the various paths to education beyond high school, how attainment aligns to salary, and recommendations for policymakers.
Understanding College Credentials: Expanding the Higher Education Pathways That Can Increase Attainment in Arizona Jobs for the Future created this "Guide for Community Colleges," stating: Low-income young adults seeking to advance in today's economy can often benefit from alternative education credentials that prepare them for good jobs. However, community colleges don't always make the case to employers that these credentials align with employer demand.
This report sets out to explore the causes of this disconnect and offer community colleges some solutions that would better align their credentials with labor market need and create greater awareness of the value of these programs. (Four Ways to Increase the Value of Short-Term Credentials: A Guide for Community Colleges) Achieve60AZ was launched in September 2016 with the goal that by 2030, at least 60 percent of Arizonans would have some form of post-high school credential or degree. Throughout the past year, Achieve60az has worked on connecting organizations across the state and engaging leaders to create movement towards this goal. pinal county is part of this effort. read the following story from the capitol times to learn more.
(Az Capitol times) Health Care sector is nation's top employer
For the first time, the health care sector surpassed manufacturing and retail as the nation’s largest employer. In the next decade, five of the ten jobs the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects will see the fastest growth are in health care. The aging population and expanding government coverage of health care are two major reasons; another is health care’s innate resistance to automation. Analysts say the entry-level to expert range of job types make health care a “career lattice” with many entry points for young professionals to seek professional growth. (U.S News and World Report; The Atlantic; Bureau of Labor Statistics) |