Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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 …

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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 …

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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 …

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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,…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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 …

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

February 18, 2025 at 8:27 PM

Labor Market Focused Website Redesigned for Better User Experience

Labor Market Focused Website Redesigned for Better User Experience For Immediate Release: February 18, 2025 Labor Market Focused Website Redesigned for Better User Experience AUGUSTA – The Maine Department of Labor’s Center for Workforce Research and Information has la…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

February 18, 2025 at 6:44 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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

February 18, 2025 at 1:44 PM

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of February 17th and 24th, 2025

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of February 17th and 24th, 2025 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming Hiring Events: (Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov) Date(s) Region Event       Feb. 18 Port…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

February 11, 2025 at 2:37 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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

February 7, 2025 at 1:21 PM

Demographics explain overarching workforce trends in the 2000’s

Demographics explain overarching workforce trends in the 2000’s For Immediate Release: February 7, 2025 Demographics explain overarching workforce trends in the 2000’sChanges in the age structure of the population have resulted in a rising share of the population not i…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

January 30, 2025 at 1:16 PM

CareerCenter February Hiring Events and Services

CareerCenter February Hiring Events and Services FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 30, 2025 CareerCenter February Hiring Events and Services MAINE — Are you a job seeker and not sure what the next step in yo…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

January 28, 2025 at 2:02 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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

January 27, 2025 at 1:33 PM

Register: February Safety Classes

Register: February 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: Mine Safety & Health Administration: RefresherFebruary 3, 2025 l 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sa…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

January 14, 2025 at 1:32 PM

Register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal

Register on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal Dear employer, The new Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Portal, the online system for employers to register, designate a payroll processor, file quarterly wage reports, and remit quarterly premium contri…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

January 8, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Register: Wage & Hour Compliance Classes

Register: 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 professional…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

January 8, 2025 at 1:01 PM

Join us at the Source & Grow Talent Info Session

Join us at the Source & Grow Talent Info Session Source & Grow Talent and the Maine Department of Labor are hosting a virtual info session on January 15, 2025, from 12:00 pm-1:00p (EST) to share how you can take advantage of apprenticeship to get best-in-class talent to fill your I…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

January 6, 2025 at 4:54 PM

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of January 6th and 13th, 2025

Jobseeker Newsletter: Weeks of January 6th and 13th, 2025 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Upcoming Hiring Events: (Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov) Date(s) Region Event       January 8 Port…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

January 6, 2025 at 2:08 PM

New Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal Launches

New Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal Launches For Immediate Release: January 6, 2025 New Paid Family and Medical Leave Employer Portal LaunchesAny employer with at least one Maine-based employee must have begun payroll withholdings for their employees Janu…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

January 2, 2025 at 8:26 PM

Enhance your Tech Talent Pipeline with Apprenticeship – Learn more at the Source & Grow Talent Info Session

Enhance your Tech Talent Pipeline with Apprenticeship – Learn more at the Source & Grow Talent Info Session Join Source & Grow Talent and Maine Department of Labor on January 15, 2025, 12-1 pm ET, for a virtual info session as we share ways to expand your existing apprenticeship pr…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

January 2, 2025 at 3:13 PM

CareerCenter January Hiring Events and Services

CareerCenter January Hiring Events and Services FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 2, 2025 CareerCenter January Hiring Events and Services MAINE — Are you a job seeker and not sure what the next step in your …

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

December 31, 2024 at 2:02 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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

December 27, 2024 at 1:02 PM

Register: January Safety Classes

Register: January 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: Bloodborne Pathogens Train-the-Trainer -January 7, 2025 l 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. SafetyWorks! …

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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…

See More from Maine DOL

  Maine DOL · [email protected]

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.…

See More from Maine DOL