The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment is celebrating Workforce Development Month in September.
This national tradition is key in bringing attention to workforce development services in Colorado and how they support the state’s commitment to support workers and employers. To celebrate, the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment will showcase available jobs, free services for employers and job seekers, and success stories on the department’s social media channels. If you are interested in seeking a job, you can visit the department’s front page Workforce Development Month to find job fairs, hiring events, workshops, and training opportunities.
“With a Labor Force Participation Rate (LFPR) of 67.9 percent — the fourth highest LFPR in the nation — it’s our duty to ensure the 3.2 million Coloradans participating in the workforce are aware of the services available to them regardless of where they are in the career journeys,” said Joe Barela, Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, in a statement.
“We’re particularly proud of our collaboration with Serve Colorado to expand the career pathway opportunities within its portfolio in order to leverage national service as a workforce development tool. We want both employers and job seekers across the state to know that we’re here for them, so all Coloradans can continue to thrive and prosper,” he added.
During the fiscal year of 2023, the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, in partnership with Colorado’s Workforce System, supported more than 15,000 employers and businesses by recruiting, hiring Coloradans, and supporting talent growth. Among those who received services include over 126,000 job seekers, including more than 17,000 people with disabilities to help them thrive on their paths to self-sufficiency.
As the state celebrates Workforce Development Month, the department is highlighting one Colorado employer and Workforce Center region each week with an Excellence in Workforce Award. Recently, the department recognized ArborScape Tree Services and its partnership with Denver Workforce Development and Arapahoe/ Douglas Works!. Through the partnership, the entities hosted a hiring event geared at helping new Americans enter the workforce. The event resulted in more than 100 applications and the hiring of three new employees, including one person who is participating in an apprenticeship program with ArborScape Tree Services.
You can find upcoming events by visiting cdle.colorado.gov.
