Jobless claims dropped by 19,000 to 235,000 in the week ended Nov. 12, the lowest level in four decades, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Economists polled by Bloomberg had predicted 257,000 claims. The four-week average of claims declined by 6,500 to 253,500. Filings…
Keep ReadingTeisha D. We are happy to announce that Teisha is our Employee of the Week. She has been a very dependable and conscientious employee that characterizes her work ethic. Our client will be taking her on permanently in a matter of days and we just wanted to…
Keep ReadingThe unemployment rate for AZ is 5.2%, the lowest it has been since June 2008. Pima County's unemployment rate is 4.8%, down from 5.4% a year ago. This is a trend we like to see yet it can be challenging in finding the talented workforce needed…
Keep ReadingVoters in Arizona and Washington on Nov. 8 approved measures requiring employers in their respective states to provide paid sick leave and raise the minimum wage. Arizona paid sick leave enables workers to earn one hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours worked,…
Keep ReadingTracy R. Congratulations, Tracy, for being our Employee of the Week. Also, a huge thank you for helping us out, not just once, but twice recently and we are so appreciative. It's always a huge relief when an emergency order comes in from a client…
Keep ReadingDenisse S. Congratulations, Denisse, for being our employee of the week. Your hard work combined with flexibility has really helped in getting our clients caught up with their work. We appreciate all that you do in tackling those projects and getting them completed! Please enjoy the…
Keep ReadingTotal nonfarm payroll employment rose by 161,000 in October, and the unemployment rate was little changed at 4.9 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Employment continued to trend up in health care, professional and business services, and financial activities. The change in…
Keep ReadingEdna C. Who should be our Employee of the Week? The name Edna came to mind and it's no wonder since Edna is a wonderful employee! She is always willing to accept a new position and does so with a big smile and a positive…
Keep ReadingKatherine W. We want to extend our congratulations to Katherine, who is our Employee of the Month. Katherine has been a valued employee for many, many months, if not years, and we have always enjoyed our relationship with Katherine. She is so nice, has a great sense…
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