Employment

A national survey finds that most employers have effective programs for accommodating workers with disabilities, but they often overlook recruiting and training practices that could expand employment opportunities.

More than 60 employers will be at a job fair in the Treasure Valley hoping to recruit candidates to fill job openings. The Idaho Department of Labor announced the Made Here! Expo and Job Fair at the Ford Idaho Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Wednesday.

If you could go into business or are already in business what would you build?

You might have to drive a ways, but if you’re looking for work or seeking a change to your career it might be worth your time.

Over the weekend I listened to an interview with a fellow who said very successful people are often rotten parents.

TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KLIX) – The Governor’s Workforce Development Taskforce, which was established in January to find solutions for funding and delivering a skilled Idaho workforce, will meet this week in Boise.

BOISE, Idaho (KLIX) – Industry leaders are meeting today as part of the Governor’s Workforce Development Task Force meeting.

What should Twin Falls look like in 5 years?  Or 10 or 25 or 30?  We spent a few minutes this morning with Jonathan Spendlove.  He’s a Community Development Planner for the city.  In a few short days, you’re invited to a public hearing to offer your input on what you envision...

JEROME, Idaho (KLIX) The Idaho Department of Labor has awarded a Jerome plastic bag manufacturer a grant to help train and hire 45 new employees by the end of the month.

TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KLIX) – Students in Idaho are more likely to work in the state after graduating from college rather than finding work elsewhere, according to research conducted by the Idaho Department of Labor.

Are you the outdoors type? Then this is for you...The U.S. Forest Service is hiring 1,000 temporary spring and summer jobs in Oregon and Washington, the federal agency announced last week.

A new state law allowing public schools to employ children under age 14 didn't sit well with some lunchroom and janitorial staffers who fear the measure that went into effect this month will place their jobs in jeopardy. Republican Sen...