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September 29, 2025 at 8:07 PM

Final Call: Connect with Skilled Talent in Energy, Construction, & Engineering – Oct. 2

Final Call: Connect with Skilled Talent in Energy, Construction, & Engineering – Oct. 2 Are you hiring in renewable energy, construction, manufacturing, or engineering? Then don't miss the Mid-Coast Renewable Energy Job Fair, happening Wednesday, October 2, from 2–5 p.m. at Bartlett Wo…

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September 29, 2025 at 5:22 PM

Maine Dept. of Labor to Hold Competitive Skills Scholarship Listening Session on October 14, 2025

Maine Dept. of Labor to Hold Competitive Skills Scholarship Listening Session on October 14, 2025 For Immediate Release: September 29, 2025 Maine Dept. of Labor to Hold Competitive Skills Scholarship Listening Session on October 14, 2025 AUGUSTA –The Maine Department o…

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September 29, 2025 at 1:03 PM

Third quarter filing for Paid Family & Medical Leave begins Oct. 1

Third quarter filing for Paid Family & Medical Leave begins Oct. 1 Dear Maine Employer, Third quarter filing for the new Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave program (PFML) begins October 1. The deadline to submit wage reports and premiums is October 31. NOTE: Emplo…

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September 25, 2025 at 6:48 PM

Maine Apprenticeship Program at UMA Cybersecurity Open House & Job Fair

Maine Apprenticeship Program at UMA Cybersecurity Open House & Job Fair Employers: Join us at the University of Maine at Augusta on October 9 for UMA's Cybersecurity Open House & Job Fair! At 1 p.m., the Maine Apprenticeship Program will be there to talk to businesses about h…

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September 25, 2025 at 6:29 PM

Mine Apprenticeship Program at UMA Cybersecurity Open House & Job Fair

Mine Apprenticeship Program at UMA Cybersecurity Open House & Job Fair Employers: Join us at the University of Maine at Augusta on October 9 for UMA's Cybersecurity Open House & Job Fair! At 1 p.m., the Maine Apprenticeship Program will be there to talk to businesses about ho…

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September 24, 2025 at 1:02 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: Wage & Hour Compliance – October 1, 2025 I 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  Joseph L. Ferris Commun…

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September 22, 2025 at 6:16 PM

Space still available: Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries

Space still available: Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries Dear Employer, Ergonomic related injuries is leading cause of employee injury with lost time. We still have space available in our Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries class: Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries – September 23, 2025 …

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September 12, 2025 at 2:13 PM

2025 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Continues in Orono Sept. 25

2025 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Continues in Orono Sept. 25                                           2025 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Continues in Orono Sept. 25 You're invited! Are you looking for a new career? Maybe you are transitioning from military service, or just looking for a change?…

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September 11, 2025 at 5:19 PM

Maine's Minimum Wage to Increase to $15.10 Per Hour in 2026

Maine's Minimum Wage to Increase to $15.10 Per Hour in 2026                                           For Immediate Release: September 11, 2025 Maine's Minimum Wage to Increase to $15.10 Per Hour in 2026 AUGUSTA - The Maine Department of Labor announced today that effective January 1, 2026…

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September 8, 2025 at 8:17 PM

Mid-Coast Renewable Energy Job Fair Oct. 2

Mid-Coast Renewable Energy Job Fair Oct. 2 Check out the Mid-Coast Renewable Energy Job Fair on Oct. 2 from 2-5 p.m. at Bartlett Woods in Rockland!This dynamic event connects leading companies in the renewable energy sector with passionate, skilled job seekers ready to make an impact. Job …

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September 8, 2025 at 12:33 PM

Maine Employers: Free English Language Training for Your Workforce

Maine Employers: Free English Language Training for Your Workforce The Maine Department of Labor is sharing the below on behalf of the Maine State Chamber of Commerce: Free English Language Training for Your Workforce Maine employers can now access EnGen, a no-cost, job-focused English lan…

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August 26, 2025 at 8:07 PM

Court Reaches Decision in ‘Maine State Chamber of Commerce v. Department of Labor’

Court Reaches Decision in ‘Maine State Chamber of Commerce v. Department of Labor’                                           For Immediate Release: August 26, 2025 Court Reaches Decision in ‘Maine State Chamber of Commerce v. Department of Labor’ AUGUSTA - The Maine Supreme Judicial Court …

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August 26, 2025 at 1:03 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: Emergency Scene Traffic Control – September 9, 2025 I 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. - VIRTUAL This …

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August 13, 2025 at 6:19 PM

2025 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Kicks Off Tomorrow!

2025 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Kicks Off Tomorrow!                                           You’re invited! Are you looking for a new career? Maybe you are transitioning from military service, or just looking for a change? Maine's annual Hire-A-Vet Campaign is a statewide effort with the …

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August 11, 2025 at 7:16 PM

2025 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Kicks Off This Week!

2025 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign Kicks Off This Week!                                           You’re invited! Are you looking for a new career? Maybe you are transitioning from military service, or just looking for a change? Maine's annual Hire-A-Vet Campaign is a statewide effort with the…

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July 29, 2025 at 1:02 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: How to Conduct a Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Assessment – August 8, 2025 l 8:30 a.m. – …

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July 28, 2025 at 1:02 PM

Reminder: Second Quarter Wage Reporting for Paid Family & Medical Leave Due July 31

Reminder: Second Quarter Wage Reporting for Paid Family & Medical Leave Due July 31 Dear Maine Employer, This is just a general reminder to employers that second quarter filing for the new Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave program (PFML) began July 1, and the dea…

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July 24, 2025 at 4:42 PM

CORRECTION: Maine Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Standards Seeks Comment on Proposed Rulemaking, Chapter 13 Prevailing Wage

CORRECTION: Maine Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Standards Seeks Comment on Proposed Rulemaking, Chapter 13 Prevailing Wage For Immediate Release: July 24, 2025 Maine Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Standards Seeks Comment on Proposed Rulemaking, Chapter 13 …

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July 24, 2025 at 4:33 PM

Maine Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Standards Seeks Comment on Proposed Rulemaking, Chapter 13 Prevailing Wage

Maine Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Standards Seeks Comment on Proposed Rulemaking, Chapter 13 Prevailing Wage For Immediate Release: July 24, 2025 Maine Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Standards Seeks Comment on Proposed Rulemaking, Chapter 13 Prevailing W…

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July 24, 2025 at 4:29 PM

Maine Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Standards Seeks Comment on Proposed Rulemaking, Chapter 13 Prevailing Wage

Maine Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Standards Seeks Comment on Proposed Rulemaking, Chapter 13 Prevailing Wage For Immediate Release: July 24, 2025 Maine Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Standards Seeks Comment on Proposed Rulemaking, Chapter 13 Prevailing W…

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July 16, 2025 at 5:13 PM

Reminder: Second Quarter Wage Reporting for Paid Family & Medical Leave

Reminder: Second Quarter Wage Reporting for Paid Family & Medical Leave Dear Maine Employer, This is just a general reminder to employers that second quarter filing for the new Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave program (PFML) began July 1, and the deadline to sub…

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July 9, 2025 at 3:56 PM

Healthcare Incumbent Worker Training

Healthcare Incumbent Worker Training The Maine Department of Labor is sharing the below on behalf of Coastal Counties Workforce, Inc.: Dear healthcare employers, Are you looking to strengthen your workforce, improve patient care, and retain top talent? Now is the time to invest in your tea…

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July 1, 2025 at 2:27 PM

Second Quarter Wage Reporting for Paid Family & Medical Leave Starts Today

Second Quarter Wage Reporting for Paid Family & Medical Leave Starts Today Dear Maine Employer, Second quarter filing for the new Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave program (PFML) begins today, July 1. The deadline to submit wage reports and premiums is July 31. E…

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June 23, 2025 at 2:26 PM

CORRECTION - Employers: Second Quarter Wage Reporting for Paid Family & Medical Leave Starting

CORRECTION - Employers: Second Quarter Wage Reporting for Paid Family & Medical Leave Starting Correction: Wage reports and premiums are due July 31, rather than July 30. Dear Maine Employer, Second quarter filing for the new Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave pro…

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June 23, 2025 at 1:01 PM

Employers: Second Quarter Wage Reporting for Paid Family & Medical Leave Starting

Employers: Second Quarter Wage Reporting for Paid Family & Medical Leave Starting Dear Maine Employer, Second quarter filing for the new Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave program (PFML) begins on July 1. The deadline to submit wage reports and premiums is July 30…

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June 18, 2025 at 12:31 PM

Register: July Safety Classes

Register: July 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: Workstation Ergonomics – Video Display Terminal - July 15 l 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. SafetyWorks! …

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May 28, 2025 at 12:27 PM

Maine Paid Family & Medical Leave Reminder

Maine Paid Family & Medical Leave Reminder Dear Employer, Thank you to the 45,000 employers who have already registered for an account with the Maine Paid Leave Contributions Portal. A reminder that for the Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave Program, every employer with at least one M…

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May 28, 2025 at 12:22 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:   Establishing or Improving Your Safety & Health Committee - June 3 l 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p…

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May 1, 2025 at 2:05 PM

Register: May Wage and Hour Class

Register: May Wage and Hour Class Dear Employer, Labor law requirements can seem complex - join the Maine Department of Labor for a no-cost upcoming training! Wage & Hour Compliance - May 28, 2025 l 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Northern Maine Community College, Edmunds Center, 33 Edgemont D…

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April 28, 2025 at 3:45 PM

Maine Dept. of Labor Commemorates Workers Memorial Day

Maine Dept. of Labor Commemorates Workers Memorial Day For Immediate Release: April 28, 2024 Maine Dept. of Labor Commemorates Workers Memorial Day In 2024, at least 20 Maine workers died while either on the job, traveling to or from the job, or as a result of an injur…

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April 28, 2025 at 12:09 PM

Paid Family & Medical Leave - April 30 Deadline to Register, Submit Wage Reports & Premiums

Paid Family & Medical Leave - April 30 Deadline to Register, Submit Wage Reports & Premiums For Immediate Release: April 28, 2025 Paid Family & Medical Leave - April 30 Deadline to Register, Submit Wage Reports & Premiums AUGUSTA - The Maine Department …

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April 22, 2025 at 1:04 PM

Register: May Safety Classes

Register: May 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: Heat Illness Prevention - May 6, 2025 l 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. SafetyWorks! Training Institute, 45…

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April 15, 2025 at 12:33 PM

Deadline to register, submit wage reports & premiums April 30

Deadline to register, submit wage reports & premiums April 30 Dear Employer,  First quarter filing for the new Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave program (PFML) began on April 1. The deadline to register on the PFML portal and to submit wage reports and premiums i…

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April 7, 2025 at 12:37 PM

State Workforce Board Releases Preliminary Report on Maine Industry Partnership Program

State Workforce Board Releases Preliminary Report on Maine Industry Partnership Program For Immediate Release: April 7, 2025 State Workforce Board Releases Preliminary Report on Maine Industry Partnership ProgramThe program funded six pilot projects in key industries t…

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April 3, 2025 at 5:27 PM

Renewable Energy Career Fair - April 16

Renewable Energy Career Fair - April 16 Join us at the Inaugural Renewable Energy Career Fair on Wednesday, April 16th, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Greater Portland CareerCenter! This event will bring together top professionals from the renewable energy sector and talented job seekers, c…

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March 31, 2025 at 1:21 PM

First Quarter Filing for Maine Paid Family & Medical Leave to Begin April 1

First Quarter Filing for Maine Paid Family & Medical Leave to Begin April 1 For Immediate Release: March 31, 2025 First Quarter Filing for Maine Paid Family & Medical Leave to Begin April 1Employers must register for the Maine Paid Leave portal, and submit wage…

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March 25, 2025 at 1:05 PM

Register: April Wage & Hour Compliance Classes

Register: April Wage & Hour Compliance Classes Dear Employer,Workplace 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 profess…

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March 25, 2025 at 12:47 PM

Register: April Safety Classes

Register: April 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: Wage & Hour Compliance - April 2, 2025 l 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Rockland Career Center, 91 C…

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March 24, 2025 at 5:05 PM

Deadline Approaching: Register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal

Deadline Approaching: Register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal Dear employer,If you haven’t already, you must register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Portal. It is the online system for employers to file quarterly wage reports and remi…

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March 17, 2025 at 3:12 PM

Deadline Approaching: Register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal

Deadline Approaching: Register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal Dear employer,If you haven’t already, you must register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Portal. It is the online system for employers to file quarterly wage reports and remi…

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March 11, 2025 at 7:34 PM

Maine Department of Labor Launches Work Source Maine Virtual CareerCenter

Maine Department of Labor Launches Work Source Maine Virtual CareerCenter For Immediate Release: March 11, 2025 Maine Department of Labor Launches Work Source Maine Virtual CareerCenter Augusta, Maine – The Maine Department of Labor (MDOL), along with local workforce b…

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March 6, 2025 at 10:07 PM

Sector Partnerships Training Series

Sector Partnerships Training Series Dear Maine employer, The Maine State Workforce Board, in partnership with the University of Maine System, Maine Community College System, and Northeastern University’s Roux Institute, is launching a series of trainings for people enga…

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March 6, 2025 at 6:17 PM

Workforce Development Program Offers Transportation Pilot Grants to Help Recruit & Retain Employees

Workforce Development Program Offers Transportation Pilot Grants to Help Recruit & Retain Employees For Immediate Release: March 6, 2025 Workforce Development Program Offers Transportation Pilot Grants to Help Recruit & Retain EmployeesApplications must be subm…

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March 6, 2025 at 1:02 PM

Deadline Approaching: Register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal

Deadline Approaching: Register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal Dear employer,If you haven’t already, you must register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Portal. It is the online system for employers to file quarterly wage reports and remi…

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March 3, 2025 at 2:17 PM

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of March 3rd and 10th, 2025

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of March 3rd and 10th, 2025 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming Hiring Events: Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov Date(s) Region Event       March 5 Portland …

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February 26, 2025 at 4:59 PM

Register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal

Register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal Dear employer,If you haven’t already, you must register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Portal. It is the online system for employers to file quarterly wage reports and remit quarterly premium co…

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February 25, 2025 at 7:53 PM

Paid Family & Medical Leave Authority Hold Public Hearing

Paid Family & Medical Leave Authority Hold Public Hearing For Immediate Release: February 25, 2025 Paid Family & Medical Leave Authority Hold Public Hearing AUGUSTA – The Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Authority today held a public hearing at the …

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February 20, 2025 at 7:32 PM

Upcoming Webinar: Implications of Immigration Changes on Maine Employers

Upcoming Webinar: Implications of Immigration Changes on Maine Employers Dear Maine Employer: The Maine Department of Labor is sharing the below upcoming webinar information on behalf of the Maine State Chamber of Commerce: Implications of Immigration Changes on Maine Employers: Thursday,…

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February 20, 2025 at 1:58 PM

Twelve Insurance Policies Certified for PFML Private Plan Substitutions

Twelve Insurance Policies Certified for PFML Private Plan Substitutions For Immediate Release: February 20, 2025 Twelve Insurance Policies Certified for PFML Private Plan Substitutions AUGUSTA - The Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program announced the certificati…

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February 19, 2025 at 2:03 PM

Register: March Safety Classes

Register: March 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: Life Safety Code 101 -March 4, 2025 l 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. SafetyWorks! Training Institute, 45 …

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