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Unemployment Stats for
Minneapolis
The February 2015 unemployment rate for Minneapolis stands at 3.6%,
down from January’s 3.8%. The federal government’s estimate of the Minneapolis
labor force is 228,810, with 8,190 unemployed and actively looking for work.
The year-over-year trend for February shows both increased labor force
participation (adding nearly 3,000 to the labor force) and lower unemployment
by .9% both indicating confidence in the local and regional economy.
Anecdotal evidence confirms what the statistics show. Businesses seeking
applicants via our diverse network of providers and the increase of traffic at
recent job fairs and hiring events highlight the demand for employment services
and the hope that comes with a growing economy. We see this worker shortage
trend continuing over the long-term as businesses experience the increased
retirement of baby-boomers and the career movement opportunities for those
currently employed that allows for backfill of existing positions.
Challenges remain. Minority unemployment and skills gaps are higher
than that for whites, especially among those lacking formal education or
industry recognized credentials.
DEED has added a section to its website that examines the unemployment
rate by various demographics. Go here for details.
Our program demographics:
- Nearly 80% of successful job seekers in Minneapolis Employment and Training supported programs were minorities.
- In 2014, through our network of 13 neighborhood-based Employment Service Providers, Minneapolis Employment and Training served over 4,500 youth and adults looking for work.
- In youth programs alone, 95% of participants were minority youth 14-21.
- Our programs were 52% female and 48% male.
- 100% of program participants, both youth and adults, were either low-income, unemployed, or a youth with a barrier to employment or school.
Minneapolis Among First of 20
Regions to Participate in President’s ‘TechHire’ Initiative
On March 9, 2015, President Obama announced hisTechHire initiative, to
work with communities to get more Americans rapidly trained for well-paying
technology jobs.TechHire is a multi-sector effort and call to action for local
communities to collaborate in helping employers fill critical IT job gaps by
empowering a diverse array of Americans to rapidly gain the necessary
technology skills, including using nontraditional
training options like “coding bootcamps” and high-quality online courses.
Minneapolis’ TechHire Commitment will expand upon three accelerated
tech training programs operating in the region – Prime Digital Academy,
IT-Ready, and Concordia University – that will be training a combined 300
individuals this year for entry level software positions. The region’s work
also includes commitments from over sixty employers and apprenticeship partners
representing thousands of software development, networking, and technical
support jobs. Through partnerships with the City of Minneapolis, the State of
Minnesota, the Creating IT Futures Foundation, the local non-profit Jewish Family
and Children’s Services, and the Minnesota High Tech Association, the local
alliance will increase the accessibility of the programs by making funding
available for qualified students who would otherwise be unable to afford to
attend. (No federal funds
were received by the City of Minneapolis as a result of this designation.)
Find TechHire details and resources including information on how to get
involved on the website.
 West Broadway Education and Career Center to Begin Construction This Summer
Scheduled to open in 2016 at 800 West Broadway, the West Broadway Education and Career Center is a collaboration of education and health care tenants that will offer a collaborative model of career and training opportunities to the residents of North Minneapolis. The anchor tenant will be the North Minneapolis WorkForce Center (Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development [DEED]). Other major tenants include Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS), Minneapolis Community & Technical College (MCTC), and North Point Health and Wellness Center. A retail component is also planned for the building.
You Are Invited to the West Broadway Education and Career Center Update
Tuesday, March 31, 2015
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Capri Theater, 2027 West Broadway, Minneapolis, MN 55411
Networking and complimentary food and beverages will take place from 6-6:30 p.m.
The
official program starts at 6:30 p.m. and goes until 8:00 p.m.
For more information on the project, please visit our website.
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EVENTS
Cedar Riverside Hiring and
Training Fair
Tuesday, March 31, 10am-3pm
Brian Coyle Center
420 15th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55454
Sponsored by City of Minneapolis Employment and Training and Hennepin
County.
Flyer in Somali
Flyer in English
Mayor Betsy Hodges 2015 State of the City Address
Thursday, April 2, 2015, 12:00 P.M.
American Swedish Institute
2600 Park Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN
Event is open to the public.
Link to event
MN Construction Crew Trades Hiring
Expo
Monday, April 6, 7am-10am
Minneapolis Convention Center
1301 2nd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55403
Sponsored by City of Minneapolis Employment and Training and Hennepin
County.
Flyer
Help Students Prepare for Summer
Internships at the 2015 STEP-UP Mock Interviews
April 13-16, 4:45-6:15pm, Minneapolis Convention Center
Join 500+ professionals to help 1,800 young people complete their
STEP-UP work-readiness training. Find more details and sign up for one or more
evenings here.
Ninth Annual Minneapolis Teen
Job Fair
Saturday, April 25, 12pm-3pm
Minneapolis Central Library
300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55401
This is a great opportunity to connect with young people who are eager
to learn more about opportunities in your organization. Whether you offer
employment, internships, job training, or volunteer opportunities, please
consider hosting a free information table.
More Information here.
RESOURCES
2015 Spring/Summer Employment
& Opportunity Guide for Minneapolis Youth
This guide, produced by City of Minneapolis Employment and Training,
helps young people find out who is hiring, get job search tips, discover
employment resources, and locate non-employment opportunities. Guide
Minneapolis Job Seeker Bulletin
The City of Minneapolis Job Seeker Bulletin is a bi-monthly
e-newsletter provided to Minneapolis jobseekers, career counselors, and
workforce development professionals with information on: job and career fairs,
hiring and training events, job training programs, links to job listings, and
tips for jobseekers.
To subscribe or read past issues, please click here.
Growing Minneapolis
GrowingMinneapolis is a monthly newsletter from the City of Minneapolis
department of Community Planning and Economic Development (CPED) with
information about the latest news and updates from the programs and services
offered by CPED and their partners, new business developments, employment and
training information, and housing information.
To subscribe or read past issues, please click here.
Minneapolis Workforce Council Meeting Schedule
All meetings are
from 8:00-9:30 a.m. with the exception of the Summer Youth Worksite Tour
Tuesday, May 19th
Tuesday, July 21st
– Summer Youth Worksite Tour – 8:00 am – Noon
Tuesday, September
15th
Tuesday, November
17th
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