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Oregon’s Credit Industry had $1.5-Billion Payroll in 2007
Oregon’s Credit Industry had $1.5-Billion Payroll in 2007 With developments in the national financial situation, many are wondering about the health of Oregon's credit industry.
Nov-24-2008
Employment Remains Near All-Time High
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Covered Employment and Wages
Access to historical employment and wage information has never been easier. Our on-line database contains over 20 years of detailed industry data for Oregon and all counties.
Current Employment by Industry
The Current Employment Statistics (CES) monthly survey provides the most up-to-date employment estimates available. Industry employment figures are available for all labor market areas in Oregon.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics
[stats.bls.gov]
The Bureau of Labor Statistics is the principal fact-finding agency for the federal government in the broad field of labor economics and statistics.
On The Map Shows Oregon Commute Flows
State, federal partners create mapping network.
Oct-27-2006
The Voice of Oregon Manufacturing
[oregonmanufacturing.org]
The Voice is an online information center about what's happening in Oregon's dynamic manufacturing sector. It collects and consolidates news, resources, programs, and contacts from companies, consortia, industry and labor groups, education and training providers, and government organizations.
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A Glimpse Below the Surface of Oregon’s Labor Market
Local Employment Dynamics provide data on number of people hired, number of workers who leave jobs, and the rate of turnover.
Dec-29-2008
Employment Down About 35,000 From February Peak
Analysis of the employment and unemployment data for November 2008.
Dec-18-2008
Oregon Economic Forecast: Job Losses Through 2009
The Office of Economic Analysis sees more job losses in Oregon over the next year.
Dec-18-2008
Self-Employed Becoming Smaller Share of Economy
Since the 2001 recession, self-employment hasn't regained its former share of total employment.
Dec-18-2008
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Child Care – An Industry and a Benefit
Child Care – An Industry and a Benefit More working women have fueled the growth of an industry.
Dec-30-2008
Local Employment Dynamics: What They Tell Us About Oregon’s Retail Trade
Worker ages, wages vary within retail trade.
Dec-30-2008
Handling the Heat: Oregon Foundries
Handling the Heat: Oregon Foundries Oregon has a higher concentration of employment in foundries than the nation. Check out the history of this formative industry, as well as current trends and workforce needs, in this article.
Aug-26-2008
Construction Losing Jobs at Fastest Rate Since Early 2002
Construction Losing Jobs at Fastest Rate Since Early 2002 Oregon's construction sector is feeling the pain of the national housing downturn.
Nov-10-2008
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Oregon Labor Trends
This monthly newsletter contains the latest information on trends in employment and unemployment, as well as providing in-depth coverage of a wide range of economic and labor market topics.
Jan-01-2009
Local Labor Trends
A Local Labor Trends newsletter is published each month for each of 13 regions within the state, and each contains the most recent information on local area employment and unemployment.
Jan-01-2009
Oregon’s Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Workforce
High prices at the gas pump should pump up demand for workers with energy efficiency and renewable energy skills.
May-12-2008
Working in Oregon: Now and in the Future
Recent employment trends, 10-year projections, and the economic argument in favor of higher educational attainment.
Jul-29-2008
Agricultural Employment
Tables of monthly and annual average agricultural employment by area.
Jan-01-2007
Employment Projections by Industry and Occupation, 2006-2016
Whether you are looking for the largest industries, the occupations with the most job openings, or the fastest-growing occupations, you will find the information here.
Nov-29-2007
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