As we continue to filter through the data in our latest release (EMSI’s 2011.4 dataset), we notice that many occupations related to science and research are also doing quite well. The actual category of occupations (SOC 19) is referred to as “life, physical, and social science occupations.”
Feb. 3, 2012 | Posted by Rob SentzArchive for the ‘Workforce Development’ Category
A Look At Jobs In Ohio (2007-2011)
In this post, we want to identify the best-performing jobs in Ohio based on labor market trends. To do this we use labor market data from Analyst (EMSI’s web-based labor market analysis tool), and filter for the highest-paying, fastest-growing, and most-concentrated jobs in the state. Let’s start with an overview to gain some perspective. From [...]
Jan. 31, 2012 | Posted by Rob SentzEMSI Response to the SOTU
The Chronicle for Higher Ed produced a good write-up of the State of the Union address. One of the key things that the President highlighted in the speech was the importance of connecting students to careers.
Jan. 25, 2012 | Posted by Rob SentzLone Star College Introduces Career Coach
Here is an article from YourHoustonNews.com about how Lone Star College – Montgomery is using Career Coach, EMSI’s web-based labor market tool designed for students and jobseekers.
Jan. 24, 2012 | Posted by Rob SentzEMSI Webinar Recap: The WIB Scorecard
In our latest webinar, EMSI Consultants Annike Crapuchettes and Hamilton Galloway discussed the newly developed National WIB Scoreboard, which is due to be officially released in March 2012 and will help the workforce investment system better understand its economic and workforce contribution.
Jan. 20, 2012 | Posted by Joshua WrightThe WIB Scorecard
EMSI, a firm with years of experience conducting economic benefit-cost analyses, has teamed up with NAWB and Full Capacity Marketing to produce a WIB Scorecard that will help the workforce investment system better understand its economic and workforce contribution.
Jan. 12, 2012 | Posted by Rob SentzWebinar: Workforce Investment Scorecard — Jan. 20
On January 20 at 2:00 p.m. (Eastern), EMSI will host a webinar on its newly developed WIB Scorecard, which is due to be officially released in March 2012.
Jan. 12, 2012 | Posted by Rob SentzThe Fastest-Growing Jobs During The Economic Downturn (2007-2011)
Here is a look at the fastest-growing jobs in the country from 2007-2011. These are all occupations that have grown despite our nation’s economic turmoil which began in 2007.
Dec. 15, 2011 | Posted by Rob SentzWhich States Are Growing More Competitive?
EMSI produced a side-by-side analysis of every state to see which states are becoming more competitive (that is, gaining a larger share of the total job creation), and which are losing their share of the jobs being created.
Dec. 6, 2011 | Posted by Rob Sentz“Big Data” For Jobs And The Economy
When it comes to jobs and the economy, the “big data” that often comes to mind is the massive amount of information collected on the US labor market. No other country in the world collects and distributes (i.e., makes public) nearly as much labor market data as the United States. Right now we classify and release data on about 1,100 different industries and 800 occupations.
Dec. 5, 2011 | Posted by Rob SentzTop Oil and Gas Occupations for 2012
In this post we want to give some background on the mining, oil, and gas sector and discuss some of the top employment opportunities for 2012.
Oct. 27, 2011 | Posted by Rob SentzThe Big Success Story: North Dakota’s Staggering Growth
Eager to find bright spots in the dismal US economy, journalists are flocking — paparazzi-style — to the unlikeliest of states. Why? Well, by now we all know North Dakota’s economy performed well through the recession and continues to chug along. Story after story lauds the growth. Perhaps it will all inspire other regions, states, [...]
Oct. 24, 2011 | Posted by Rob SentzCareer Coach Update: New Features
Career Coach, EMSI’s latest product that connects students and jobseekers to local careers and training, has seen good growth over the past year. The tool, which has been implemented by colleges, universities, workforce agencies, and other community groups, is now used in 28 states, and we’re excited about the success stories and feedback we’ve received. As a result, we have a new round of product updates to tell you about.
Oct. 17, 2011 | Posted by Rob SentzUnderstanding Location Quotient
Location quotient (LQ) is a valuable way of quantifying how concentrated a particular industry, cluster, occupation, or demographic group is in a region as compared to the nation. It can reveal what makes a particular region “unique” in comparison to the national average.
Oct. 14, 2011 | Posted by Rob SentzAnalyst 3 Feature Tutorial: Using STEM Groups
Watch a video on accessing the STEM occupation groups we’ve built into the tool, and get a few tips on basic analysis.
Oct. 14, 2011 | Posted by StevensonOccupation Report: Aging Engineers
National data suggests that over 50% of the engineering workforce is between the ages of 45 and 64, which means our nation could face huge demands for new engineers as a result of retirement.
Oct. 10, 2011 | Posted by Rob SentzThe Connection Between Manufacturing Jobs and Exports
The manufacturing sector has experienced massive reduction of its workforce (-23% from 2002-10). Here is something that might not be as intuitive — manufacturing exports (inflation-adjusted) actually grew by 56% over the same time period.
Oct. 6, 2011 | Posted by Rob SentzEMSI Conference Recap
Last week EMSI held its first annual user conference in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, which is 90 minutes north of the company headquarters in Moscow, Idaho. We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed being able to connect with clients.
Oct. 5, 2011 | Posted by Rob SentzNational WIB Benefit-Cost Assessment and Economic Impact Model
EMSI and its partners, NAWB and Full Capacity Marketing, are working to develop a model that examines the economic impact and investment effectiveness of the WIBs’ WIA-funded jobseeker programs, as well as the WIBs’ employer-based services.
Oct. 4, 2011 | Posted by Rob SentzEmployers First Training Portal
EMSI recently partnered with the Southwest Ohio Region Workforce Investment Board (SWORWIB) to create a brand new web-based “Training Portal” as part of the new Employers First website.
Sep. 23, 2011 | Posted by Rob SentzStates with Largest Presence of STEM-Related Jobs
Few would argue that STEM-educated workers are vital to advancing innovative ideas and new products. But here’s another fact borne out by labor market data: The regions with the strongest presence of STEM-related employment are heavily dependent on government funding.
Sep. 20, 2011 | Posted by Joshua WrightTimely Data Helps CT Workforce Board Secure $4M Grant & Get People Back To Work
At The WorkPlace, Inc., timely and relevant data is essential to successful grant applications. A vibrant example came when the workforce board used EMSI to land a federal training grant expected to help 350 people find jobs.
Aug. 4, 2011 | Posted by Joshua WrightViewing the Labor Market through Job Openings
Over at Seeking Alpha, Mike Mandel has an analysis of current labor market conditions. He observes that while there has been “a sharp labor demand over the past year in most occupations … employment by occupation data shows no corresponding gain, even in occupations with soaring want ads. Nor does the unemployment by occupation data show any corresponding movements.”
Jan. 10, 2011 | Posted by Joshua WrightJanuary Update on Career Coach
Career Coach, EMSI’s new web-application for workforce boards and higher ed, now features a “reverse look-up feature” that will help folks realize what jobs they can pursue based on what programs they are enrolled in.
Jan. 10, 2011 | Posted by Rob SentzThe Manliest Occupations
A few weeks ago we listed off the most violent occupations in the US, and here is another bit of interesting data that we came across. According to the US Census Bureau, there are roughly 100 occupations that are 90%-plus male, but only 16 that are 90%-plus female.
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