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Posted on January 31, 2018
The impact of Boston small business jobs is critical to the overall economy. “Our local retailers and small businesses are critical to Massachusetts small towns and major cities,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “Shopping local helps build our local economies and support the businesses who employ 1.4 million Massachusetts residents.” “We encourage families across Massachusetts to support their […]
Posted on January 31, 2018
A new program will center around creating a talented pipeline for Boston manufacturing jobs. The city announced a new program for Massachusetts residents interested in careers in advanced manufacturing to take classes at local vocational high schools and be eligible for state and federal financial aid to pay for their training. Adults who complete the […]
Posted on January 28, 2018
The number of Boston construction jobs has grown, according to recent labor statistics. The state’s total unemployment rate dropped to 3.5 percent in December, the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development announced. Construction gained 1,600 (+1.0%) jobs over the month. Over the year, Construction has added 8,500 (+5.7%) jobs. Manufacturing added 800 (+0.3%) jobs […]
Posted on December 31, 2017
The city’s academy is creating more EMS jobs in Boston. There are now 22 new EMT recruits that have graduated, and the city has recognized seven department members recently promoted, in a ceremony at Faneuil Hall held before family and friends. Among those addressing the graduates were Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) Executive Director Monica Valdes […]
Posted on December 31, 2017
The number of health jobs in Boston is growing, according to recent labor statistics. Employment in the Boston-Cambridge-Nashua, Mass.-N.H. Metropolitan New England City and Town Area stood at 2,797,400 in October 2017, up 62,300 from one year ago, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. Regional Commissioner Deborah A. Brown noted that employment rose 2.3 […]
Posted on December 28, 2017
Recent labor statistics show that healthcare jobs in Boston are growing. The state’s total unemployment rate dropped to 4.2 percent in August, the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development said. The Bureau of Labor Statistics’ preliminary job estimates indicate Massachusetts added 10,800 jobs in August. Over the month, the private sector added 9,900 jobs as gains […]
Posted on November 30, 2017
Education jobs in Boston are climbing. Employment in the Boston-Cambridge-Nashua, Mass.-N.H. Metropolitan New England City and Town Area stood at 2,797,400 in October 2017, up 62,300 from one year ago, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. Regional Commissioner Deborah A. Brown noted that nonfarm employment rose 2.3 percent locally from October a year ago. […]
Posted on November 30, 2017
One company is in the spotlight for being Boston jobs. Working Mother magazine has named The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) one of its “100 Best Companies” for U.S. working mothers for the eleventh time. The 2017 list, published in the current issue, highlights BCG’s progressive inclusion programs, paid family leave policies, and flexible work options. Working Mother also […]
Posted on November 30, 2017
The number of Boston hospitality jobs are growing, according to recent labor statistics. Over the month, the private sector added 4,100 jobs as gains occurred in Leisure and Hospitality; Professional, Scientific, and Business Services; Other Services; Financial Activities; Manufacturing; Construction; and Information. The September estimate was revised to a gain of 10,300 jobs. From October […]
Posted on November 5, 2017
New statistics show that Boston construction jobs are growing. The Bureau of Labor Statistics’ preliminary job estimates indicate Massachusetts added 9,300 jobs in September. Over the month, the private sector added 8,600 jobs as gains occurred in Education and Health Services; Construction; Leisure and Hospitality; Trade, Transportation, and Utilities; and Manufacturing. The August estimate was revised […]