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Monthly Snapshot:

The latest  unemployment rate  is 3.2 % , compared to 3.8% at the same time last year.

The latest  size of labor force is 666,851 , compared to 651,026 at the same time last year.
 
The latest number of monthly online job postings is 6,320 , with 1,993 of those requiring an Associate's degree or higher and 1,512 of those requiring a Bachelor's degree or higher.
 
The latest number of quarterly (October - December) online job postings is 19,562, with 6,788 of those requiring an Associate's degree or higher and 5,163 of those requiring a Bachelor's degree or higher. 

*All above data refers to the Louisville Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA).
Local company helps its workers go back to school and reaps rewards
Employee recruitment and retention are always challenges for employers, especially in this economic climate.

Universal Woods, a local manufacturer that helps its employees go back to school, is a prime example of how smart workforce investment contributes to increased employee loyalty, productivity and, ultimately, the company's bottom line.

Career Calculator now available in Spanish!
Spanish speakers can now chart their careers more easily using the Career Calculator! Just click the Español tab at the top right of any page for a full translation. 

The Career Calculator is a web app that gives users an intuitive and accurate way to explore possible careers based on occupation, salary, and college degree. 


Links to Workforce Resources
The Labor Market Update is a monthly report produced by KentuckianaWorks, the Louisville region's Workforce Development Board. The report gives Louisville's policymakers and business leaders an overview of the local economy through powerful visuals and concise analysis. 
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