Maine
Workforce Success Stories
WORKFORCE EXPERTS
Maine Department of Labor
Workforce Development
Garret Oswald, Director
State House, Station 120
Augusta, ME 04332
KEY WORKFORCE PRIORITIES
1.
Invest in people to increase the educational and skill levels of Maine’s workforce.
2.
Connect Workforce Development to Education and Economic Development.
3.
Focus on key sectors of Maine’s economy: Industry demand and data will guide Workforce Development activities.
FAST FACTS
- Maine has one of the oldest populations in the country, thus a seasoned and skilled workforce.
- Maine has one of the highest percentages of Veterans in the country.
- Maine workers are globally known for their great work ethic.
LOCAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARDS
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