Maine Department of Labor

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Imagine leading economic research activities with the ocean, lakes and mountains just outside your front door!

The Center for Workforce Research and Information is the premiere resource for economic analysis of Maine’s labor market. The Center’s information is the basis for decisions on workforce development across the State, and is used not only by the Department of Labor but also by the legislature, educational institutions and industry. The Department is seeking a skilled economist with a background in management to serve as Director of the Center.

The Director oversees a talented staff of economists and statisticians who analyze and report on a variety of labor market and workforce topics, including: high-wage high-demand jobs; earnings of Maine college graduates; and, Maine’s unemployment rate. The Director also develops special research projects based on emerging needs, and seeks out funding to support the work. As such, developing relationships with our federal government partners and seeking out other potential partners is vital. Advising the Commissioner and department peers on the implications of the data, as well as presenting findings to other interested organizations, will occur regularly.

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