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Labor Commissioner Sarah Swanson talks exploding construction sector, climate jobs and more
May 01, 2024
Swanson’s appointment to the head of the 800-person agency comes at a significant moment in Montana: the state’s huge post-pandemic job creation rush has slowed, although certain sectors like . . .
New bill tells Department of Labor to back off apprenticeship programs
May 01, 2024
The “Apprenticeship Freedom Act” from House Freedom Caucus Chair Rep. Bob Good, R-Va., was obtained exclusively by The Center Square. The proposed legislation in question would “amend . . .
Governor Gianforte, DLI Launch Tool to Assist Displaced Lumber Industry Workers
April 26, 2024
HELENA, Mont. – Today, Governor Greg Gianforte and Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) Commissioner Sarah Swanson announced a new tool to assist workers affected by the recent lumber mill . . .
MT Dept. of Labor projects 6,000 healthcare job openings per year
March 14, 2024
MTDLI projects 638 openings for RNs per year, for which the median wage is $76,550. Over half are projected to be due to retirement. Another eight percent are expected to be due to increased demand caused by the . . .
Montana labor force hits all-time high in January
March 14, 2024
Montana's unemployment was lower than the national average of 3.7% with 3.3% in January. In January total employment added 400 workers and payroll jobs increased by 300. The Montana Department of Labor and Industry . . .
State Sets New Records for Employment, Labor Force in November
December 22, 2023
More than 41,000 jobs created since January 2021 HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte and Sarah Swanson, commissioner of the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI), today announced the . . .
Montana Reports Fewer Work-Related Fatalities in 2022
December 20, 2023
MONTANA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry today released the 2022 Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries, an annual study conducted jointly by the agency and the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics that . . .
Montana Department of Labor & Industry Announces Results of 2022 Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses
December 14, 2023
HELENA – The Montana Department of Labor & Industry today released the annual Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses. In 2022, employees of Montana businesses in all industries experienced a . . .
Montana Reaches 24th Consecutive Month of Unemployment Below 3%
November 20, 2023
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Montana reached its 24th consecutive month of unemployment below 3%. Prior to the governor taking office, Montana’s unemployment rate had . . .
Montana Successfully Replaces Decades-Old Unemployment Insurance System
November 09, 2023
System modernization will improve customer experience, increase efficiencies, save taxpayer resources MONTANA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry has successfully launched its new unemployment . . .
Montana Department of Labor & Industry Adds First-Ever Tribal Liaison to Leadership Team
October 26, 2023
Blackfeet Nation member Don Wetzel Jr., with 20+ years of experience working with native communities, to lead Department’s tribal outreach Don Wetzel, Jr. DLI Tribal Laison   HELENA -The . . .
Montana Reaches 22nd Consecutive Month of Unemployment Below 3%
September 19, 2023
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Montana’s unemployment rate in August was below 3% for the 22nd consecutive month, bucking national trends as the country’s . . .
Great Falls College Graduates 8 Students from first Cohort of Accelerated Structural Welding Course
September 08, 2023
Montana DLI, Great Falls College, Private Industry Partner to Hold Accelerated Structural Welding Course Welding Student Kala Pedersen GREAT FALLS- Eight students graduated the first-of-its-kind six-week . . .
Labor Day Report: Montana's Economy Strong & Poised for Growth
September 07, 2023
MONTANA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry Commissioner Sarah Swanson today presented the 2023 Labor Day Report to Montanans. “Montana enjoyed a historic year of record job growth, low . . .
Montana’s Unemployment Rate Below 3% For 21st Consecutive Month
August 21, 2023
More Montanans Working Today Than Ever Before HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Montana’s unemployment rate in July is below 3% for the 21st consecutive month. The only . . .
Governor Gianforte Appoints Commissioner of Labor and Industry
August 10, 2023
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced his appointment of Sarah Swanson to lead the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). “As a proven leader in both the private and . . .
Hamilton area Business Selected for the 2023 MSEC Employers of Choice Award
July 24, 2023
MONTANA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry announced today one Montana business in Ravalli County and two in Flathead County and are among the winners of the 2023 Montana State Employers’ . . .
Browning Welcomes 22 New Certified Nursing Assistants
June 28, 2023
Montana Department of Labor & Industry spearheads partnership to train health care workers BROWNING, Mont. – A public-private partnership led by the Montana Department of Labor & Industry . . .
Montana Unemployment Remains at All-Time Low
June 16, 2023
Wages grow at 5th fastest rate in the nation in 2022 HELENA, Mont.– Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Montana’s unemployment rate remained at an all-time low of 2.3% in May, bucking . . .
Two Flathead-area Businesses Selected for the 2023 MSEC Employers of Choice Award
June 01, 2023
MONTANA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry announced today two Montana businesses in Flathead County and one in Ravalli County are among the winners of the 2023 Montana State . . .
Hamilton area Business Selected for the 2023 MSEC Employers of Choice Award
May 24, 2023
MONTANA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry announced today one Montana business in Ravalli County and two in Flathead County and are among the winners of the 2023 Montana State . . .
Montana Unemployment Maintains Historic Low
May 19, 2023
State’s labor force, total employment hit all-time high HELENA, Mont. – Montana’s unemployment rate remained at a historic, all-time low of 2.3% for the second consecutive month, . . .
Google cybersecurity training available for free
May 17, 2023
  Montana Department of Labor & Industry provides free access to Google tech career certificates, including cybersecurity. Google offers scholarships for nine certificate training programs in . . .
Spots Still Available for CNA Training in Browning
May 16, 2023
Area healthcare workforce partnership launches course at the Blackfeet Community College BROWNING- Spots are still available for a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) training course in Browning later this month, which . . .
Montana Unemployment Falls to New Record Low in March
April 21, 2023
State’s labor force, total employment continue strong growth HELENA, Mont. – Montana’s unemployment rate reached yet another all-time low in March, ticking down to 2.3% from 2.4% in . . .
New Record Low: Montana’s Unemployment Rate Falls to 2.4%
March 24, 2023
Despite population growth, fewer Montanans unemployed than at any point since 1976   HELENA, Mont. – Montana’s unemployment rate set a new all-time low in February, declining 0.1% to . . .
Three Missoula Area Businesses Selected for the 2023 JSEC Employers of Choice Award
March 06, 2023
MONTANA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry announced today three Missoula/Ravalli County businesses will receive the “Employers of Choice” award from the Missoula Job . . .
Jobs Report: Montana’s Workforce Sets More Records in December
January 24, 2023
HELENA, Mont. – Following a year of records for low unemployment, labor force growth, and total employment, Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Montana’s unemployment rate fell to 2.8% in . . .
DLI Data: As Pandemic Receded and Workers Return to Jobsites, Workplace Injuries Rise
December 19, 2022
HELENA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry announced today the number of workplace deaths in Montana returned to the pre-pandemic mean. Montana experienced 40 fatal work-related injuries in 2021, . . .
Governor Gianforte Announces Another Record-Setting Jobs Report
December 16, 2022
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the number of Montanans working in November hit a new all-time high, according to data from the Montana Department of Labor and Industry and the . . .
Despite National Headwinds, Montana’s Private Sector Creates Jobs in October
November 21, 2022
HELENA, Mont. – Montana’s private sector payrolls rose by 1,800 jobs in October, led by job gains in the manufacturing, professional and business services, and accommodation and food services . . .
Montana Department of Labor & Industry Announces Results of 2021 Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses
November 14, 2022
HELENA – The Montana Department of Labor & Industry today released the annual Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses. The survey found private industry workplaces in Montana reported a rate of . . .
DLI Newsletter | October 2022
November 01, 2022
Message from the Commissioner: Dear Reader, Happy Halloween! I hope everyone has a happy and safe Halloween. Please see below for the latest news on how DLI is working to better serve . . .
Governor Gianforte Highlights Polson Success Story as Part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 25, 2022
HELENA, Mont. – In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Governor Greg Gianforte today joined the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) and the Department of . . .
Jobs for Montana’s Graduates to Host Annual LEAD Montana Conference in Helena
October 24, 2022
HELENA-The Montana Department of Labor & Industry announced today it will host the Jobs for Montana’s Graduates (JMG) annual LEAD Montana Conference in Helena on Tuesday. The conference recognizes . . .
Montana’s Record Employment, Labor Force Growth Continues in September
October 21, 2022
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the number of Montanans working and the size of the state’s workforce in September reached new all-time highs, according to data from the . . .
  Montana Post-Secondary Workforce Report Highlights Opportunities for Montana Workers
October 21, 2022
HELENA –The Montana Department of Labor & Industry this week released the 2022 Post-Secondary Workforce Report, which evaluates how the state’s workforce training systems provide a . . .
Jobs for Montana Graduates Receives 17th Consecutive National Performance Award
October 07, 2022
MONTANA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry announced today Jobs for Montana’s Graduates (JMG), an affiliate of the nationwide Jobs for America’s Graduates program, has received the . . .
DLI Newsletter | September 2022
September 30, 2022
Message from the Commissioner: Dear Reader, Montana's economy remains strong as we reach the closing months of 2022. The Department of Labor & Industry has been working diligently to provide high-quality . . .
Historic Montana Job Growth Continues in August
September 16, 2022
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced both the number of Montanans working and the size of Montana’s labor force grew to new all-time highs in August, according to data . . .
Assistance for Business Clinic to be Held in Billings & Butte September 21st & 22nd
September 07, 2022
Seminars provide information about business resources MONTANA- Businesses looking for guidance about resources to improve their operations can attend one of the upcoming Assistance for Business Clinics (ABC) . . .
“A Booming Economy”: Annual Labor Day Report Highlights Montana’s Historic Economic Strength
September 07, 2022
MONTANA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry released its annual Labor Day economic report today, which highlights the historic gains made by Montana’s economy over the last year.  The . . .
Montanans Impacted by Flooding in Yellowstone County Have One Week Left to Apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
August 19, 2022
Helena, MT - The Montana Department of Labor & Industry announced today that workers in Yellowstone County impacted by June flooding have until August 26, 2022 to apply for . . .
Montana Job Growth Continues Setting Records
August 19, 2022
Labor force participation rate increases as more Montanans enter workforce BOZEMAN, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Montana’s economy continued its strong growth in July, . . .
Montana State Workforce Innovation Board Announces Committee Appointments
July 28, 2022
HELENA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry State Workforce Innovation Board (SWIB) announced the list of SWIB Committee Appointments by Board Chair Paul Hopfauf. “The Governor and . . .
Montanans Impacted by Flooding in Yellowstone County May Be Eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
July 27, 2022
Helena, MT - The Montana Department of Labor & Industry announced today that workers in Yellowstone County impacted by June flooding may be eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA). Disaster . . .
DLI Newsletter | July 2022
July 27, 2022
Message from the Commissioner: Dear Reader, Thank you for your continued engagement and feedback on this newsletter. Montana’s Department of Labor & Industry provides a broad array of services to . . .
DLI Newsletter | August 2022
July 27, 2022
Message from the Commissioner: Dear Reader, I hope this edition of the DLI Dispatch finds you well and that you are enjoying the closing days of summer here in Montana. Please see below for some of the latest . . .
Report: New Record Number of Montanans Working
July 22, 2022
Number of Montanans employed grows for 26th consecutive month HELENA, Mont. – The number of Montanans employed grew in June 2022 for the 26th consecutive month, reaching a new all-time high, according to . . .
Montana Adds 500+ Apprentices in First Half of 2022
July 19, 2022
Key skills training and workforce development pipeline growing rapidly following program reforms HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Montana’s Registered Apprenticeship . . .
Montana Department of Labor & Industry Announces “Grow with Google” Partnership
July 15, 2022
 500 scholarships to help Montanans earn a free Google Career Certificate HELENA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry today announced they are partnering with Google to connect 500 job seekers . . .
Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available to Montanans Impacted by Flooding
July 05, 2022
Helena, MT - The Montana Department of Labor & Industry announced today that workers in three counties (Carbon County, Stillwater County, and Park County) impacted by June flooding may be eligible for . . .
DLI Resources for Flooding Victims
June 21, 2022
The Department of Labor & Industry stands ready to assist individuals and businesses impacted by the flooding in southern Montana. The Montana Department of Commerce has a page of resources available to . . .
Montana’s Labor Force, Total Employment Set New Records in May
June 17, 2022
MONTANA – Both Montana’s labor force and total employment continued to set historic records in May, with the state’s labor force growing by an estimated 2,168 workers and total . . .
Assistance for Business Clinic to be Held in Miles City, Sidney, and Wolf Point
June 06, 2022
Seminars provide information about business resources HELENA- Businesses looking for guidance about resources to improve their operations can attend one of three upcoming Assistance for Business Clinics . . .
Assistance for Business Clinic to be Held in Lewistown at the Central Montana Head Start
June 06, 2022
Seminars provide information about business resources HELENA- Businesses looking for guidance about resources to improve their operations can attend the upcoming Assistance for Business Clinic (ABC) co-sponsored . . .
Three Montana Businesses Selected for the 2022 MSEC Employers of Choice Award
June 03, 2022
MONTANA- The Montana Department of Labor & Industry announced today that two Montana businesses in Flathead County and one in Missoula County are the winners of the 2022 Montana State . . .
Assistance for Business Clinic to be Held in Great Falls at the University of Providence
June 03, 2022
Seminars provide information about business resources HELENA- Businesses looking for guidance about resources to improve their operations can attend the upcoming Assistance for Business Clinic (ABC) co-sponsored . . .