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Top 20 Employment Report September 2025

Monday, September 22, 2025

Kitsap County – Top Employers, Hiring Elizabeth Court, Economic Principal, KEDA Private and public sector employers across the county noted a continuing demand for both skilled and entry-level workers in most sectors. The labor market tightened with the unemployment rate dropping to a reported 3.4 percent. The Department of the Navy is currently posting 54 civilian positions including jobs at both Bremerton and Bangor, while private defense contractors continue to post job openings at a swift pace. Lockheed Martin notes 17 open positions in Kitsap. A number of area manufacturers appear to be reducing the number of jobs posted, that said, welders...

KEDA Initiatives Aim to Attract and Retain Skilled Workforce

Thursday, August 07, 2025

Kitsap is home to a richly diverse pool of talented residents from former Navy personnel to graduates of colleges and universities, tech centers, and military training.Kitsap County is a fantastic place to live, and KEDA is working on both attracting a talented workforce and keeping them in Kitsap County. That’s why the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) supports a variety of Workforce Initiatives to enhance retention.“When you think of a labor market, you can see that the demand side will continue to change depending on the needs of employers, whether in the private or public sectors. In our current economy, most workers,...

KEDA Releases 2024 Kitsap Top Employers List

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Public sector leads growth in Kitsap County workforce SILVERDALE, WA – The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA), in collaboration with the Center for Economic and Business Research at Western Washington University (CERB-WWU), has published the 2024 Kitsap Top Employers List, offering critical insight into the county’s employment landscape.As the most frequently accessed report on KEDA’s website, the Top Employers List is a valuable resource for public and private sector partners, site selectors, real estate professionals, and companies exploring expansion or relocation in Kitsap County. The 2024 data reflects total headcount and Full Time Equivalent (FTE) employment as of December 31, 2024,...

Top 20 Employment Report May 15, 2025

Friday, May 30, 2025

Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities in the Local Job Market Compiled by Elizabeth Court, Economic Development Principal, KEDA Elizabeth Court, Economic Development Principal Kitsap Economic Development AllianceKEDA is teaming up with our education partner, West Sound STEM, to evaluate Bureau of Labor Statistics and Employment Security Department data. This helps us identify which employers are among those doing the most hiring in our community, as well as the industries and occupations in high demand. Scroll down to take a look at March 2025 data in our blog post.Despite ongoing uncertainty around inflation and trade issues, many Kitsap County employers are continuing to...

KEDA Welcomes Elizabeth Court as Economic Development Principal

Thursday, April 03, 2025

New Role to Drive Workforce Development and Economic Initiatives The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) is pleased to announce the addition of Elizabeth Court as its new Economic Development Principal. This newly created position, made possible by KEDA’s One Kitsap initiative, will focus on workforce development and other key economic strategies to support Kitsap’s economic vitality.Elizabeth brings a wealth of experience spanning federal, state, and local government, the private sector, and higher education. Her expertise includes economic analysis, workforce development, program and project management, and land use planning.“Kitsap is incredibly fortunate to have Elizabeth in this role,” said Joe Morrison, KEDA’s...

Kitsap Transit and Olympic College Team up on New Electrical Theory 10-week course

Thursday, February 27, 2025

Bremerton’s Olympic College is collaborating with Kitsap Transit on a new electrical-theory course: “Electrical Theory: Direct Current Basics.”The 10-week program will give students a foundational understanding of direct-current electricity — a baseline area of expertise for those looking to pursue careers related to electric-vehicle technology, a release said."This partnership with Kitsap Transit provides crucial training for in-demand jobs in our community," said Wendy Fox, interim dean of workforce and economic development at Olympic College, in the release.Priced at $750, the course will start on April 10 and be hosted at the Kitsap Transit facility. The latter organization said that “Electrical...

KEDA is hiring! Economic Development Principal

Monday, December 23, 2024

The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (“KEDA”) is hiring our next economic developer! Make a difference and join our mission-driven, service-oriented team that serves the beautiful, growing, collaborative community that is Kitsap. We’re looking for someone knowledgeable in economic development, workforce development, and/or public-private partnerships to take on this role, managing our workforce efforts and engaging in other areas of economic development. Responsibilities: The primary responsibility of this position is to create, implement and manage KEDA workforce strategies through partnerships. The goal: Elevate the composition of Kitsap’s workforce, strengthen and grow it, making our community attractive to employers and talent. Secondary responsibilities exist, and this...

Washington's Workforce Job Quality Survey

Monday, December 23, 2024

Workforce shortages are a pressing issue for Washington employers! Employers, workers and all community members are encouraged to share their thoughts on Washington’s workforce system through a new survey.The survey is part of the Washington Workforce Training & Education Board’s community outreach as the state’s next workforce plan is created. The plan, Talent and Prosperity for All, is being developed now and will guide investments of roughly $1.3 billion in state and federal dollars that serve nearly 500,000 Washingtonians. Many Washington employers face a serious shortage of skilled workers, and workers need family-wage jobs that offer stability and opportunities to advance.TAKE THE...

West Sound Tech Renovation Advances, Awaits Further State Funding

Monday, December 23, 2024

The transformation of West Sound Technical Skills Center in Bremerton is visibly underway, with the first phase of a multi-year renovation project progressing steadily. Onlookers can see the 125-foot yellow crane carefully maneuvering steel beams to construct a new, two-story, 50,000-square-foot building on the southeast corner of the campus. This ambitious effort is on track for completion by September 2025, just in time for the 2025-26 school year.Andersen Construction and Bassetti Architects are spearheading the project, working diligently to meet the tight timeline despite the challenges of winter weather. "They're out there four days a week, 10 hours a day,"...

Educators Explore Hands-On Careers: A Day at the Shipyard Connecting Students to Skilled Trades

Thursday, November 07, 2024

Education professionals spend a day at shipyard, learning about career opportunities available for students By Ben Hutto, PSNS & IMF Public Affairs View original postBREMERTON, Wash. – Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility played host to 17 educators, administrators and career counselors from various academic institutions from across the state Oct. 21, during the annual PSNS & IMF Educator Day.The event is designed to provide educators insight to the many professional opportunities available at the shipyard. Those insights can then be used to assist educators as they guide students and help them achieve their career goals — including...

Strengthening Kitsap’s Workforce: A Year-Round Commitment to Economic Growth

Wednesday, October 09, 2024

Workforce Development Month is recognized every September and serves as a reminder of a skilled and adaptable workforce's crucial role in driving economic growth and fostering a competitive business environment. Even though the official month has passed, the initiatives and strategies that support workforce development are relevant year-round. In Kitsap County, workforce development focuses on job creation and equipping businesses with the right talent to thrive in today's dynamic economy.One local leader with firsthand experience of the evolving workforce landscape is Kristal Thomas, Owner & CEO of Express Employment Professionals in Bremerton. Thomas emphasizes Kitsap's unique positioning, particularly with the...

Kitsap High School students participate in Maritime High School

Friday, September 27, 2024

Read full story on Kitsap Sun; Northwest Maritime high school students could be a new hope for WSF workforce deficitIn a new program, Washington State Ferries is aiming to remedy its shortage of maritime workers by training high schoolers.About a dozen 12th graders enrolled in Northwest Maritime and Highline Public School’s Maritime High School boarded a ferry leaving the Coleman Dock in Seattle on Wednesday. For the rest of the day, their second day of “Classroom on the Water,” the students would travel across Puget Sound, absorbing vessel operation skills and knowledge with hands-on learning and instruction from various instructors...

Olympic College unveils remodeled Shops Building featuring state-of-the-art equipment and facilities

Monday, September 16, 2024

Olympic College Press ReleaseBREMERTON – Olympic College proudly cut the ribbon today on its newly remodeled Shops building, unveiling world-class facilities and cutting-edge equipment designed to enhance hands-on learning and collaboration.The 14,000-square-foot building will for the first time bring Olympic College’s Welding, Manufacturing, Precision Machining, and Technical Design programs together under one roof, making it easier for students and faculty to collaborate on complex multidisciplinary projects.Designed by Seattle firm Starling Whitehead & Lux Architects and constructed by Pease Construction of Lakewood, the project began in 2022 and modernized labs, classrooms and equipment, increased welding booth capacity, and added classroom and...

Just released! Kitsap Top Employers Report

Thursday, August 29, 2024

KEDA and Western Washington University Center for Economic and Business Research partner to produce Kitsap Top Employers ListSILVERDALE, WA – The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA), in collaboration with the Center for Economic and Business Research at Western Washington University, has released its 2023 Kitsap Top Employers List. The most frequently accessed report on KEDA’s website, this data is crucial for public and private partners, potential real estate investors, and companies considering expansion or relocation. The report's employment counts, reflecting total headcount and Full Time Equivalent (FTE) employment as of December 31, 2023, are based on primary data of what...

Small Business Grants to support small businesses owned by Black, Latino, and Tribal individuals in Clallam, Jefferson, and Kitsap Counties

Wednesday, August 07, 2024

$5000-$10,000 awards to eligible businesses The Olympic Workforce Development Council (OWDC) is proud to sponsor a new Small Business Grant with our Commerce Reinvestment Fund Initiative through WorkSource Kitsap and WorkSource Clallam. The Commerce Reinvestment Fund (CRF) initiative aims to support small businesses owned by Black, Latino, and Tribal individuals in Clallam, Jefferson, and Kitsap Counties by providing grants between $5,000 and $10,000. These grants are designed to bolster your business and workforce through various means, including providing your current employees with short-term certifications, reskilling, or upskill training, and equipment for your business and other eligible assets to facilitate business growth...

Shipyard seeks to hire about 1,500 new entry-level and journey-level employees during two-day event

Tuesday, August 06, 2024

By Ben Hutto, PSNS & IMF Pubic AffairsPuget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility hopes to hire about 1,500 new employees across a variety of skills, trades and specialties, for both entry-level and journey-level, full-time Federal positions, through a two-day hiring fair, August 9-10, at the Kitsap Conference Center in downtown Bremerton, Washington.The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day.PSNS & IMF is seeking people with a variety of skillsets and experience levels, including applicants with no previous trade skills or experience. Those interested in applying for Federal jobs at the command should bring...

Kitsap County Celebrates CTE Month with a Focus on Workforce Development: Insights from the KEDA OWDC Workforce + Education Roundtable

Monday, February 26, 2024

Career and Technical Education (CTE) prepares students for the high-wage and high-demand career fields of the 21st Century and is critical to Kitsap’s economic vitality. We celebrate National CTE Month in February and applaud our school district's exceptional dual credit program CTE and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) programs.In our work as economic developers, KEDA hears a lot about critical workforce challenges facing Kitsap industries and employers, and addressing those challenges is a crucial pillar of KEDA’s One Kitsap five-year economic strategy.Enhancing Collaboration for Robust CTE ProgramsAs a first step in addressing workforce needs, KEDA turned to our partners...

Kitsap economic agency focused on impact over the coming five years

Monday, February 12, 2024

Joe Morrison Guest column to the Kitsap SunOne Kitsap - KEDA's Ambitious 5-Year Economic StrategyAround this time last year, the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) held eight meetings with over 60 stakeholders. We asked two questions of our community: One, what were the economic issues we were facing locally? Two, as the economic developer, where should our organization focus its efforts over the next five years to make the greatest impact?Discussions brought together a wide range of community stakeholders: Tribal leaders, small business owners, public officials, educators. They were joined by others from a variety of industries, such as financial...

Olympic College announce partnership that will add capacity for more than 600 students annually to health sciences programs over the next four years

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Olympic College announces partnership with Kitsap County Commissioners & Virginia Mason Franciscan Health(Poulsbo, Wash.) – Olympic College is excited to announce a partnership with the Kitsap County Board of Commissioners and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) on the first phase of building a new regional health sciences campus at its Poulsbo location.With generous contributions of $6 million of American Recovery Plan Act funding from Kitsap County Commissioners and $2.5 million from VMFH, the first phase will include the launch of new health science programs to fill critical health care roles in the region. The programs include dental assisting, dental hygiene,...

Skookum and Skils’kin announce intent to merge to enhance job creation for people with disabilities

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Bremerton, WA and Spokane, WA — Skookum and Skils'kin are excited to announce their intention to merge, effective July 1, 2024. This strategic move aims to unite the strengths and resources of both organizations, significantly enhancing their ability to create job opportunities for people with disabilities. Jeff Dolven, Skookum CEO, stated, "This merger represents our shared commitment to maximizing our impact in the community. By combining our resources, we will address the evolving challenges in disability employment more effectively and ensure a more comprehensive delivery of our services while adhering to our core values and missions." Skookum is a leader in...

Navigating Workforce Development Challenges in Kitsap : A Path to Economic Resilience

Friday, September 22, 2023

In recent years, Kitsap has witnessed a transformative shift in its workforce landscape. To gain deeper insights into evolving workforce development issues impacting the local economy, we sat down with Monica Blackwood, President & CEO of West Sound Workforce, a prominent staffing company based in Kitsap.Evolving Workforce DynamicsBroader regional trends have profoundly influenced Kitsap's economy. Monica Blackwood states, "Kitsap's workforce issues have mirrored much of what has been happening in our region for the last decade." Notably, the region has experienced a shortage of workers, an increasing tilt in negotiation power towards employees, and the importance of more robust broadband...

News Release: Kitsap 2022 Top Employers Survey Results

Monday, August 21, 2023

The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) has again partnered with the Center for Economic and Business Research at Western Washington University to produce the seventh annual Kitsap Top Employers List. This primary research product is the most frequently accessed report on KEDA’s website. This data is utilized by public and private partners, potential real estate investors and companies considering expansion or relocation for inclusion in market analysis, industry cluster analysis, competitive analysis, and workforce analysis. Employment counts reflect total employee headcounts as of December 31, 2022. This year, the Top Employers list for Kitsap returned to its original form...

WWU Poulsbo Management Program needs businesses interested in HR Pro bono advice & counselling

Monday, August 14, 2023

WWU Business Management program is in need of 2-3 organizations on the Kitsap peninsula that can use some HR specific pro-bono advice/consulting. This is a mutually beneficial exercise. The students will gain some real- world HR experience and the organizations will gain valuable theory and research-based insights into their HR process/needs. The main commitment from the organization is to: a.) provide students with info on the organization's HR needs+ answer student questions, b.) attend two classes held in person or via zoom. The first class involves giving a brief 10–15-minute intro about their organization, who they are, what they...

Input requested on Washington Family-Friendly Workplaces

Thursday, June 01, 2023

Ben Robinson, a consultant with FirstRuleGroup, is doing a feasibility study on possible employer recognition programs for family-friendly workplaces. This would create a list similar to the Puget Sound Business Journal's Best Workplaces that would recognize employers for their family-friendly practices. This work is supporting Paige Coleman at the Department of Commerce to increase retention and recruitment for businesses, and reduce the current challenges with hiring staff. Ben is hoping to schedule 30 minute interviews with several local businesses to learn what would be most helpful in a recognition program. If you would like to provide input and shape the future...

Workforce Ready Initiative Business Training program provides pathways to employment stability

Friday, May 19, 2023

Eliminating homelessness by establishing a pathway to stabitlity for workers; with living wages, upward mobility, and ongoing training and development. The Workforce Ready Initiatives recognizes that gaining and retaining employees is one of the number one frustrations for managers, leaders and business owners. Their program provides training, coaching and mentoring for businesses and indvidiuals who have experienced trauma and want to reenter the workforce. In this program you will: Learn the types, examples and levels of trauma affecting the majority of the workforce Recognizing triggers in yourself and others to better respond How a trauma informed approach...

Olympic College announces expansive plan to increase healthcare programs

Friday, April 21, 2023

POULSBO – Olympic College is poised to help fill a growing need for qualified health care professionals in and around Kitsap County. The college received unanimous support from the Board of Trustees for a proposal presented at their regular meeting on April 18 that could significantly increase the number of programs offered. “We know that health care providers in our community and throughout the Puget Sound area need workers to fill career-wage jobs in many fields,” said OC President Marty Cavalluzzi. “Olympic College is well situated to help fill this need with the creation of new programs...

Olympic College revamps welding facility, aimed at a workforce need in Kitsap's economy

Friday, April 21, 2023

Hannah Carroll - Reposted with permission from The Kitsap Sun Olympic College’s welding program relocated to the nearby West Sound Technical Skills Center, a location primarily for high-school students, about three years ago. The building left behind on the campus's west side, along Lincoln Avenue, now exists as a shell of what it once was -- but the school has big plans for what it will soon become. Demolition began at Olympic College’s Bremerton welding shop last November. Expected to be completed in February 2024, the building’s empty spaces and blank walls promise improvements for promising welders and,...

Kitsap Caregiver Community Meetings

Monday, April 17, 2023

Caregivers in Kitsap County! Join us at one of our Community Meetings and find out about how the Washington Caregiver Co-op Movement is coming to Kitsap County! Homecare co-ops are providing unique job opportunities for local caregivers. Join Kitsap caregivers as we explore starting a homecare co-op in Kitsap County. Homecare Co-ops are owned by the people who work there - the caregivers. There are currently 5 homecare co-ops in Western Washington and we hope Kitsap County will be the home of the 6th! Contact us today to register and learn more! • Are you a caregiver interested in employee...

Shifting Priorities: How Companies Are Navigating the Post-2020 Hiring Landscape

Thursday, January 12, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has shifted the overall talent landscape, with the competitive market now driving companies to look at smaller less established markets to satisfy their workforce needs. Read Area Development story by Chris Volney, Senior Director, Labor Analytics, CBRE The ability to attract and retain quality talent is typically the key determinant behind a company’s current and future success. While the COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t changed this, it has shifted the overall talent landscape, forcing employers to evaluate new talent geographies in different ways. This piece explores the various talent-related factors employers are using to...

WWU Online learning series for personal and professional success in 2023

Thursday, January 12, 2023

View WWU news Whether you want to set yourself apart in the job market, keep up with the latest technology and trends, or enhance your skill set, we've got six-week online courses to help you gain the skills employers need. Courses include: UI/UX Design Using Social Media in Business SEO Strategy Understanding the Cloud Creating Mobile Apps with HTML5 Introduction to C++ Programming

Fall Forum Video & Slides now available for viewing!

Tuesday, November 01, 2022

KEDA's 2022 Fall Forum: See Program here and View the Photo Gallery Thank you to all of our excellent presenters & panelists. Special thanks to our premier event sponsor, Puget Sound Energy and to partner sponsor, Greater Kitsap Chamber of Commerce. KEDA also thanks Debbie Gilman Photography and Quinn Brien Communications for photography and video services. See Slides: KITSAP'S ECONOMY; Opportunities, Challenges & the Future Martin Karl Vanags, Martin Karl Consulting See Slides: Inflation & Workforce - the Story So Far Anneliese Vance-Sherman, Ph.D., Regional Labor Economist at...

Fall Forum Presentations

Friday, October 21, 2022

View Sides From KEDA's 2022 Fall Forum KEYNOTE SPEAKER; Martin Karl Vanags, Martin Karl Consulting, will present KITSAP'S ECONOMY; Opportunities, Challenges & the Future Inflation & Workforce - the Story So Far, Anneliese Vance-Sherman, Ph.D., Regional Labor Economist at State of Washington Employment First Coalition - Panel: Building a Mighty Workforce WAV-C : Introducing Maritime Autonomy Video coming soon!

AWB launches new Business Toolkit Series

Thursday, October 06, 2022

AWB Launches new Business Toolkit Series A new three-course training session from AWB will help busy professionals learn the essentials on building an effective team, resolving conflict and overcoming unconscious bias in the workplace. The Business Toolkit Series classes, to be held over the coming months virtually, are designed for those interested in leadership and skills development. All training courses are instructor-led and are eligible for continuing education credits through CEU and SHRM. Register today, as only six spots remain. Click below to register and learn more. • Oct. 19: Overcoming Unconscious Bias...

Inflation & Workforce, Kitsap's Future, Innovation and more on tap for KEDA Fall Forum

Thursday, October 06, 2022

Join us October 20th, from 1-5pm at the Kitsap Conference Center for a look at the opportunities & challenges shaping Kitsap's future economy. Get your tickets now Registration closes October 11th. KITSAP'S ECONOMY; Opportunities, Challenges & the Future KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Martin Karl Vanags, Martin Karl Consulting Martin Karl Vanags is an economic development professional of thirty-five years. He has worked in a wide range of roles in economic development, community development, city management and entrepreneurship. After years working in Illinois, Indiana and New York State, Vanags is leading efforts to lead economic developers through the...

Early bird savings end Sunday! Register for Fall Forum now

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Join us October 20th, from 1-5pm at the Kitsap Conference Center for a look at the opportunities & challenges shaping Kitsap's future economy. KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Martin Karl Vanags, Martin Karl Consulting, will present KITSAP'S ECONOMY; Opportunities, Challenges & the Future REGISTER NOW ADDITIONAL TOPICS: INFLATION AND WORKFORCE: THE STORY SO FAR: To suggest that the past couple years were tumultuous would be a laughable understatement. Observations of unprecedented job losses and sky-high unemployment rates in 2020 were quickly replaced with labor shortages, record-low unemployment rates, and inflation in 2022. Now that some of the...

Early bird registration for KEDA Fall Forum ends October 2nd.

Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Join us October 20th, from 1-5pm, live and in person at the Kitsap Conference Center, for a look at the opportunities & challenges shaping Kitsap's future economy. The forum will cover top of mind issues facing Kitsap's economy, including; inflation, workforce and inclusive hiring, and Kitsap's startup economy. Attendees will also be introduced to KEDA's newest initiative, WAV-C, Washington Autonous Vehicle Cluster. Featuring nationally known speaker Martin Karl Vanags, of Martin Karl Consulting, who is an expert in best practices for business attraction, business retention, entrepreneurship, resilient communities, circular economies.He will share his perspective on the future of Kitsap's economy,...

The Future of Work is Family-Friendly: Strategies to Support Working Parents

Thursday, June 16, 2022

The Future of Work is Family-Friendly: Strategies to Support Working Parents Access to affordable, quality child care allows parents to work, prepares our future workforce for success, and helps grow business. Yet Washington businesses lost over $6.5 billion annually in direct and opportunity costs due to employee child care issues. Child care is not just a family issue, it is a community, business, and workforce issue. Employers can strengthen their business by supporting the child care needs of their employees. Family-friendly policies and employer-supported child care are powerful tools to foster employee loyalty, improve retention, attract...

Your business counts! Participate in our Top Employers Survey

Wednesday, June 01, 2022

KEDA has again partnered with the Center for Economic and Business Research at Western Washington University to produce the Kitsap Top Employers List. The Top Employers List is the most frequently accessed report on KEDA’s website. This data is utilized by public and private partners, potential real estate investors and companies considering expansion or relocation for inclusion in market analysis, industry cluster analysis, competitive analysis, and workforce analysis. Employment counts reflect permanent full-time employees as of December 31, 2021. Take the survey now

Olympic College added $204 million to local economy according to economic impact study

Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Getting an education at Olympic College pays off – not just for students, but also for alumni, businesses, and the entire region. Olympic College News Release May 25, 2022 That’s according to a recent economic impact study, which found that Olympic College added $204 million to the economies of Kitsap and Mason counties in fiscal year 2019-20, making up 1.3% of the region’s Gross Regional Product. The study, which was conducted by Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI), considered a number of factors, including college operations spending, students who relocated to the area to attend...

SharedWork Training

Tuesday, March 29, 2022

Employment Security Department SharedWork Training The South Kitsap Chamber is working together with the Employment Security Department to bring you SharedWork/Business-Friendly Programs with an important business webinar series. SharedWork and Labor Market Data & Economic Information Date: 4/21/2022 Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (PST) Fee: No Fee REGISTER Learn the latest developments of two important programs businesses need to know about for their operational effectiveness and to thrive. The Employment Security Department SharedWork/Business-Friendly Programs feature this important business webinar series. The webinar series provides program overviews and highlights...

SharedWork program conserves payroll costs and retains jobs

Thursday, February 03, 2022

Hospitality businesses can conserve payroll costs and retain jobs with the SharedWork program. "Nothing good happens fast" is true in many circumstances, but not for the hospitality industry. Customer demand for speedy service is met with workforce shortages and workplace mandates that bring new challenges for business leaders in 2022. "We're going to be in this for a few years. There are not any workers sitting on unemployment anymore," said Anthony Anton, President and CEO of the Washington Hospitality Association in a January podcast. "While the industry typically has a slower January, use this time...

WorkSource partnering with PSNS for Federal Hiring Event

Wednesday, February 02, 2022

WorkSource Kitsap is partnering with Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, to host a hiring event for those interested in Welding opportunities Tuesday February 15th beginning at noon to 3pm WorkSource KItsap - 3120 Randall Way, Silverdale, WA All levels of experience - including ZERO experience. SHOP 26 has a robust training program.

Professional Development from WWU

Friday, January 21, 2022

WWU Professional and Continuing Education have new exciting courses upcoming this winter! What better way to start the new year, than by learning an extremely relevant topic or becoming more knowledgeable for your current role. *Upcoming Winter Offerings* Workplace Inclusion-Critical Skills in the 21st Century: This workshop benefits those interested in enhancing their understanding of accessibility, diversity and equity in the workplace and offers practical skills for employees, supervisors, leaders and students for how to ensure inclusion in the work environment. This workshop will meet on January 28...

The ETS Has Dropped! It’s a “Shot or Test” Plan.

Friday, November 05, 2021

BY MONICA BLACKWOOD reposted from West Sound Workforce Employers and company leadership groups across the United States have spent the last two months waiting for this. Speculating on what would be included. Listing out question after question. Implementing their own company policies based on the announcement from President Biden on September 9, 2021 when he issued a vaccine mandate on all companies with 100 or more employees. Yesterday was the day the OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) dropped, providing more insight into what employers need to do to help make sure they provide a safe workplace with...

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