JUNEAU, Alaska — June’s statewide job count was up by 6,400, or 1.9 percent, from June 2022. Leisure and hospitality added 2,200 jobs over the year and exceeded pre-pandemic employment as the visitor season moved into full swing. The cruise industry anticipates a record 1.6 million passengers this season. Professional and business services added 600 […]
(Juneau) – Friday Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced SB83 to provide people who work in a licensed occupation temporary, limited license reciprocity so that they begin working in Alaska sooner. The bill will allow individuals with “clean licenses” in other states to work up to 180 days while completing final requirements for Alaska licensure. […]
(Juneau) – Tuesday Governor Mike Dunleavy issued Administrative Order 343 to address unprecedented workforce shortages in state jobs by removing the requirement of a four-year college degree for most state jobs. “The State of Alaska is not immune from the nationwide labor shortage,” said Governor Mike Dunleavy. “Today people can gain knowledge, skills and […]
JUNEAU, Alaska – September employment was up 3.0 percent compared to September of 2021, an increase of 9,500 jobs. Alaska’s economy continues to recover from pandemic losses but remains 13,300 below where we were in September 2019. Nearly all sectors grew over the year, although just a few have returned to pre-pandemic levels. This summer’s […]