Ohio raises their minimum wage based on the increase in the rate of inflation.
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Press Release written by the City of Findlay, Mayor's Office: December 23, 2024 - The City of Findlay is pleased to announce the appointment o…
They make some of the best employees, and OhioMeansJobs Allen County encourages employers to hire them. November is recognized as Hire a Veteran Month, but OhioMeansJobs Allen County says hiring veterans should be a practice you do all year long. OhioMeansJobs officials say they have a special skill set that those who have never been in the military may not possess. Veterans move to the top of the list for assistance when looking for employment.
ALLEN COUNTY, OH (WLIO) - The Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a forum for local businesses to learn about Ohio's employment l…
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is looking into the circumstances behind a fatal accident on Tuesday at Resource Recycling, located on Neubrecht Road in Lima. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, an employee was working on a conveyor around 45 feet off the ground when it was turned on. Officials say the employee fell to their death.
October 1, 2024, Press Release from the University of Northwestern Ohio: The University of Northwestern Ohio’s Annual Fall Career Fair will occur on October 8th, 2024, in the UNOH Event Center. Open to all current students and alumni, this event will connect local, regional, and national companies with nearly 3,000 potential employees from various programs. The Career Fair will run from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and again from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., providing attendees ample time to meet and network with over 70 well-known companies seeking talent across multiple industries.
October 1, 2024, Press Release from the Office of Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague: COLUMBUS – October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a perfect time to highlight the themes of independence and inclusion in the workplace. Through its STABLE Account program, the Ohio Treasurer’s office is proud to help thousands of individuals thrive in the workforce while being able to save and invest their earnings. A STABLE account is a specialized savings and investment account for people living with disabilities that allows them to save and invest money without losing eligibility for certain means-tested benefits, such as Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). STABLE accountholders can save up to $18,000 annually without losing federal assistance, and they can save an additional $14,580 each year if they’re employed. Earnings on STABLE accounts grow tax-free if they are spent on qualified expenses, which include housing, transportation, living expenses, healthcare, assistive technology, and more.
The City of Lima is looking for a new department head and a few other positions in its workforce. The position of the city's public works director is open as former director Kirk Niemeyer has taken a position in the private sector. The public works department addresses the physical needs of the city and is comprised of four divisions: engineering, buildings, streets, and parks, recreation, and forestry. The city is also looking to fill the deputy director of housing and neighborhoods along with a new park ranger. The city's human resources department says the city is a good place to work and offers a great pay package with benefits.
A new opportunity to find employment and jobs in the manufacturing field is coming to the Lima area. The National Center for Urban Solutions and West Central Ohio Manufacturing Partnership are coming together to provide a new advanced manufacturing training and employment placement program within the local Lima community. The program allows students to receive training in manufacturing, workplace readiness, and career coaching.
September 17, 2024, Press Release from the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation: (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who serves as Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation, today announced the results of the July TechCred application period, in which 524 employers were awarded, providing the opportunity for Ohioans to earn 6,747 tech-focused credentials. TechCred helps businesses address their workforce needs by upskilling current and prospective employees. Businesses of all sizes, from any industry, are eligible for up to $30,000 per round and up to $180,000 per year. One of the top industries awarded during this round included AI, with 1,061 credentials awarded.