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December 23, 2024 at 11:56 PM

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of December 23rd and December 30th, 2024

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of December 23rd and December 30th, 2024 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming Hiring Events: (Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov) Date(s) Region Event Jan. 8 Port…

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December 17, 2024 at 7:02 PM

Employers – Action required for new PFML program!

Employers – Action required for new PFML program! Dear employer, Starting with the first payroll with a pay date in January, any employer with at least 1 Maine-based employee has obligations under Maine’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) law. Employers should take immediate actions…

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December 16, 2024 at 7:01 PM

Job Outlook to 2032 – Moderate, Gradual Change Expected

Job Outlook to 2032 – Moderate, Gradual Change Expected For Immediate Release: December 16, 2024 Job Outlook to 2032 – Moderate, Gradual Change Expected AUGUSTA - The Maine Department of Labor’s Center for Workforce Research and Information (CWRI) recently released its…

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December 11, 2024 at 1:03 PM

Employers – Action required for new PFML program!

Employers – Action required for new PFML program! Dear employer, Starting with the first payroll with a pay date in January, any employer with at least 1 Maine-based employee has obligations under Maine’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave law.  Employers should take immediate actions to pr…

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December 11, 2024 at 12:45 PM

Paid Family and Medical Leave Webinar Tomorrow

Paid Family and Medical Leave Webinar Tomorrow Dear Employer, Tomorrow, December 12, staff of the Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave Program will be presenting to the Disability Management Employer Coalition (DMEC)! The PFML team will provide a comprehensive overview of what employers nee…

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December 9, 2024 at 4:40 PM

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of December 9th and December 16th, 2024

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of December 9th and December 16th, 2024 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming Hiring Events: (Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov) Date(s) Region Event       Dec. 1…

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December 4, 2024 at 3:19 PM

Maine Department of Labor Adopts Final Rule for Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

Maine Department of Labor Adopts Final Rule for Paid Family and Medical Leave Program For Immediate Release: December 4, 2024 Maine Department of Labor Adopts Final Rule for Paid Family and Medical Leave ProgramPayroll contributions will begin January 1, 2025 MAINE – A…

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December 2, 2024 at 4:34 PM

Shape the future of Maine’s manufacturing workforce

Shape the future of Maine’s manufacturing workforce Dear Maine Employer, There is still time to complete the manufacturing survey! We are asking for your support in completing an important survey for Maine-based company leaders in the manufacturing sector. This is part of a larger effort t…

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November 25, 2024 at 9:43 PM

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of November 25th and December 2nd, 2024

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of November 25th and December 2nd, 2024 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming Hiring Events: (Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov) Date(s) Region Event       Dec. 4…

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November 22, 2024 at 4:33 PM

CareerCenter December Hiring Events and Services

CareerCenter December Hiring Events and Services FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 22, 2024 CareerCenter December Hiring Events and Services MAINE — Are you a job seeker and not sure what the next step in y…

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November 20, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Register: December Safety Classes

Register: December Safety Classes Dear Employer, Workplace safety and labor law requirements can seem complex - join the Maine Department of Labor for no-cost upcoming trainings! Upcoming classes: Developing & Conducting Assessments, Audits, and Inspections -December 11, 2024 l 8:30 a.…

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November 19, 2024 at 8:21 PM

With Federal Overtime Rule Blocked, Maine Minimum Salary Threshold will be $43,951 for 2025

With Federal Overtime Rule Blocked, Maine Minimum Salary Threshold will be $43,951 for 2025 For Immediate Release: November 19, 2024 With Federal Overtime Rule Blocked, Maine Minimum Salary Threshold will be $43,951 for 2025 AUGUSTA – In September, the Maine Department…

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November 19, 2024 at 5:34 PM

Maine Department of Labor to Hold New Paid Family & Medical Leave Portal Webinars

Maine Department of Labor to Hold New Paid Family & Medical Leave Portal Webinars For Immediate Release: November 19, 2024 Maine Department of Labor to Hold New Paid Family & Medical Leave Portal Webinars The webinars will inform employers and third-party admin…

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November 18, 2024 at 1:03 PM

Shape the future of Maine’s manufacturing workforce

Shape the future of Maine’s manufacturing workforce Dear Maine Employer, We are asking for your support in completing an important survey for Maine-based company leaders in the manufacturing sector. This is part of a larger effort to understand workforce needs and opportunities in the indu…

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November 13, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Paid Family and Medical Leave Webinar December 12

Paid Family and Medical Leave Webinar December 12 Dear Employer, On December 12, staff of the Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave Program will be presenting to the Disability Management Employer Coalition (DMEC)! The PFML team will provide a comprehensive overview of what employers need t…

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November 12, 2024 at 3:17 PM

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of November 11th and 18th, 2024

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of November 11th and 18th, 2024 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming Hiring Events: (Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov) Date(s) Region Event       Nov. 12 Lewi…

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October 28, 2024 at 6:47 PM

Business Focus Group November 7

Business Focus Group November 7 Dear Employer, The Maine Department of Labor and the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) are continuing to partner to host a series of focus groups with businesses, in order to help inform the Department's work to develop …

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October 28, 2024 at 4:35 PM

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of October 28 and November 4, 2024

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of October 28 and November 4, 2024 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming Hiring Events: (Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov) Date(s) Region Event Nov 12 Lewiston …

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October 28, 2024 at 1:40 PM

2025 Employer Unemployment Tax Schedule to Remain at Lowest Level

2025 Employer Unemployment Tax Schedule to Remain at Lowest Level For Immediate Release: October 28, 2024 2025 Employer Unemployment Tax Schedule to Remain at Lowest Level AUGUSTA - The Maine Department of Labor today announced that the 2025 employer tax schedule, whic…

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October 28, 2024 at 1:31 PM

Register: November Safety Classes

Register: November Safety Classes Dear Employer, Workplace safety and labor law requirements can seem complex - join the Maine Department of Labor for no-cost upcoming trainings! Upcoming classes: Lead Safety - November 5, 2024 l 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. SafetyWorks! Training Institute, 45 C…

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October 25, 2024 at 4:58 PM

Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Resources

Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Resources Dear Maine Employer,       As you likely have heard, Maine is in the process of implementing its Paid Family and Medical Leave Program! Beginning in 2026, eligible workers in the private and public sector will have up to 12 weeks of paid tim…

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October 15, 2024 at 1:24 PM

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of October 14 and 21, 2024

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of October 14 and 21, 2024 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming Hiring Events: (Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov) Date(s) Region Event       October 11 August…

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October 11, 2024 at 4:49 PM

Register: Maine Apprenticeship Program to Hold Inaugural Maine Apprenticeship Summit

Register: Maine Apprenticeship Program to Hold Inaugural Maine Apprenticeship Summit Maine Apprenticeship Program to Hold Inaugural Maine Apprenticeship Summit The summit is an opportunity for current and prospective companies to become more involved with the program …

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October 2, 2024 at 8:45 PM

CareerCenter October Hiring Events and Services

CareerCenter October Hiring Events and Services FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 2, 2024 CareerCenter October Hiring Events and Services MAINE — Are you a job seeker and not sure what the next step in your …

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September 30, 2024 at 6:17 PM

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of September 30 and October 7 , 2024

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of September 30 and October 7 , 2024 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming Hiring Events: (Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov) Date(s) Region Event       Oct. 2 …

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September 25, 2024 at 2:18 PM

Paid Family & Medical Leave Rules Public Comment Period Ending September 30

Paid Family & Medical Leave Rules Public Comment Period Ending September 30 For Immediate Release: September 25, 2024 Paid Family & Medical Leave Rules Public Comment Period Ending September 30 The revised proposed rules were published for public comment on Aug…

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September 25, 2024 at 12:33 PM

Register: October Safety Classes

Register: October Safety Classes Dear Employer, Workplace safety and labor law requirements can seem complex - join the Maine Department of Labor for no-cost upcoming trainings! Upcoming classes:   Emergency Scene Traffic Control - October 4, 2024 l 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. SafetyWorks! Trai…

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September 24, 2024 at 7:42 PM

Inaugural Maine Apprenticeship Summit Survey

Inaugural Maine Apprenticeship Summit Survey The Maine Department of Labor is excited to hold its Inaugural Maine Apprenticeship Summit during National Apprenticeship Week this year! It will take place on Monday, November 18 at the Augusta Civic Center - stay tuned for more details.In prep…

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September 23, 2024 at 5:19 PM

Maine Department of Labor starts recovering liquidated damages for workers

Maine Department of Labor starts recovering liquidated damages for workers For Immediate Release: September 23, 2024 Maine Department of Labor starts recovering liquidated damages for workers The Department has been able to negotiate liquidated damages for workers affe…

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September 19, 2024 at 3:06 PM

Higher Fines Labor Law Violations Go into Effect Today

Higher Fines Labor Law Violations Go into Effect Today For Immediate Release: September 19, 2024  Higher Fines for Labor Law Violations Go into Effect Today Fines for labor law violations, such as failing to pay minimum wage or overtime, are increasing today as a new r…

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September 16, 2024 at 6:04 PM

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of September 16 and 23, 2024

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of September 16 and 23, 2024 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming Hiring Events: (Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov) Date(s) Region Event       Sept. 18 Hinckl…

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September 16, 2024 at 5:56 PM

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of September 16 and 23, 2024

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of September 16 and 23, 2024 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming Hiring Events: (Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov) Date(s) Region Event       Sept. 18 Hinckl…

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September 11, 2024 at 5:15 PM

Maine's Minimum Wage to Increase to $14.65 Per Hour in 2025

Maine's Minimum Wage to Increase to $14.65 Per Hour in 2025 For Immediate Release: September 11, 2024 Maine's Minimum Wage to Increase to $14.65 Per Hour in 2025 AUGUSTA - Pursuant to Maine law (Maine statute Title 26, chapter 7, section 664), effective January 1, 2025…

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September 10, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Maine Dept. of Labor and NFIB continues to hold joint consultation sessions on labor law guidance for small businesses

Maine Dept. of Labor and NFIB continues to hold joint consultation sessions on labor law guidance for small businesses For Immediate Release: September 10, 2024 Maine Dept. of Labor and NFIB continues to hold joint consultation sessions on labor law guidance for small …

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August 28, 2024 at 6:13 PM

CareerCenter September Hiring Events and Services

CareerCenter September Hiring Events and Services FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Wednesday, August 28, 2024 CareerCenter September Hiring Events and Services MAINE — Are you a job seeker and not sure what the nex…

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August 28, 2024 at 12:54 PM

Maine Department of Labor Releases Revised Paid Family Medical Leave Rules for Public Comment

Maine Department of Labor Releases Revised Paid Family Medical Leave Rules for Public Comment For Immediate Release: August 28, 2024 Maine Department of Labor Releases Revised Paid Family Medical Leave Rules for Public Comment The Department will accept comments throug…

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August 27, 2024 at 1:02 PM

Register: September Safety Classes

Register: September Safety Classes Dear Employer, Workplace safety and labor law requirements can seem complex - join the Maine Department of Labor for no-cost upcoming trainings! Upcoming classes: ? Monitoring & Evaluating for Air and Noise Hazards - September 5, 2024 l 8:30 a.m. ? 4:…

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August 14, 2024 at 1:33 PM

Upcoming Wage and Hour Classes

Upcoming Wage and Hour Classes Dear Employer, Labor law requirements can seem complex - join the Maine Department of Labor for no-cost upcoming trainings! Upcoming Wage & Hour Compliance classes: This course is designed for human resource or benefits professionals, accountants, busines…

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August 9, 2024 at 2:49 PM

Maine Department of Labor Can Now Order Employers to Pay Wages and Compensation to Underpaid Workers

Maine Department of Labor Can Now Order Employers to Pay Wages and Compensation to Underpaid Workers For Immediate Release: August 9, 2024 Maine Department of Labor Can Now Order Employers to Pay Wages and Compensation to Underpaid Workers AUGUSTA ? Today, An Act to In…

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July 31, 2024 at 4:41 PM

CareerCenter August Hiring Events and Services

CareerCenter August Hiring Events and Services FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 31, 2024 CareerCenter August Hiring Events and Services MAINE — Are you a job seeker and not sure what the next step in your care…

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July 24, 2024 at 1:03 PM

Register: August Safety Classes

Register: August Safety Classes Dear Employer, Workplace safety and labor law requirements can seem complex - join the Maine Department of Labor for no-cost upcoming trainings! Upcoming classes: 10-Hr. Construction Standards - August 1 & 2, 2024 I 8:30 a.m. ? 4:30 p.m. (Day 1), 8:30 a…

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July 23, 2024 at 1:05 PM

Maine Dept. of Labor and NFIB to hold joint consultation sessions on labor law guidance for small businesses

Maine Dept. of Labor and NFIB to hold joint consultation sessions on labor law guidance for small businesses For Immediate Release: July 23, 2024 Maine Dept. of Labor and NFIB to hold joint consultation sessions on labor law guidance for small businesses Sessions will …

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July 9, 2024 at 3:12 PM

Nearly 300 individuals gave comment on proposed Paid Family Medical Leave Rules

Nearly 300 individuals gave comment on proposed Paid Family Medical Leave Rules For Immediate Release: July 9, 2024 Nearly 300 individuals gave comment on proposed Paid Family Medical Leave Rules The public comment period ran from May 20-July 8 AUGUSTA ? The public com…

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June 26, 2024 at 12:16 PM

CareerCenter July Hiring events and Services

CareerCenter July Hiring events and Services FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 26, 2024 CareerCenter July Hiring Events and Services MAINE — Are you a job seeker and not sure what the next step in your career i…

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June 25, 2024 at 6:16 PM

Register: July Safety Classes

Register: July Safety Classes Workplace safety and labor law requirements can seem complex - join the Maine Department of Labor for no-cost upcoming trainings! Upcoming classes: Safety and the Supervisor - July 16, 2024 I 8:30 a.m. ? 4:30 p.m. SafetyWorks! Training Institute, 45 Commerce …

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June 4, 2024 at 6:38 PM

Opportunity for Public to Offer Comments on Paid Family Medical Leave Rules In-Person June 10

Opportunity for Public to Offer Comments on?Paid Family Medical Leave Rules?In-Person June 10 For Immediate Release: June 4, 2024 Opportunity for Public to Offer Comments on?Paid Family Medical Leave Rules?In-Person June 10 The Department will accept comments through J…

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May 28, 2024 at 1:09 PM

Register: June Safety Classes

Register: June Safety Classes Dear Employer, Workplace safety and labor law requirements can seem complex - join the Maine Department of Labor for no-cost upcoming trainings! Upcoming classes: Confined Space Entry ? General Industry - June 4, 2024 I 8:30 a.m. ? 12:30 p.m. SafetyWorks! Tra…

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May 28, 2024 at 12:23 PM

CareerCenter June Hiring Events and Services

CareerCenter June Hiring Events and Services FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 28, 2024 CareerCenter June Hiring Events and Services MAINE — Are you a job seeker and not sure what the next step in your career is…

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May 20, 2024 at 1:00 PM

Maine Department of Labor Publishes Paid Family Medical Leave Rules for Public Comment

Maine Department of Labor Publishes Paid Family Medical Leave Rules for Public Comment For Immediate Release: May 20, 2024 Maine Department of Labor Publishes Paid Family Medical Leave Rules for Public Comment The Department will accept comments through July 8 AUGUSTA …

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May 10, 2024 at 1:02 PM

New USDOL Overtime Rule to Go into Effect July 1

New USDOL Overtime Rule to Go into Effect July 1 For Immediate Release: May 10, 2024 New USDOL Overtime Rule to Go into Effect July 1 The rule includes increases to the standard salary level, and provides for future updates every three years to reflect current earnings…

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