📞 The Department of Unemployment Assistance is temporarily adjusting call center hours starting August 1. This is part of a 3-month pilot to help deliver benefits to eligible claimants faster. New hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (ET)

The #CareerTechInitiative has helped over 3,150 people gain skills for meaningful careers in the trades and manufacturing. Today, we're awarding 23 school districts with CTI grants to addresses the persistent demand for workers in partnership with over 180 employers.

In Massachusetts, you can receive up to 12 weeks of PFML leave to bond with a child after birth or adoption. Eligible parents or guardians of any gender identity may take this leave, including foster and adoptive parents. 👉

#MassHire is hosting several job fairs and recruitment events across Massachusetts this week!. At these events, you can:. ➡️ Meet employers who are ready to hire.➡️ Learn about jobs that match your skills . 👉 Find an event near you:

As part of a pilot to improve claim processing, DUA call center agents won’t take inbound calls, but they’ll continue working behind the scenes to process claims, resolve issues, and may contact claimants if needed. Visit for online services.

Impacted by federal cuts or grant-funded job loss?. 🗓️ Join a #MassHire virtual information session for help with navigating unemployment insurance, retraining, and job search support. 👉

El Departamento de Asistencia al Desempleado está cambiando temporalmente el horario de su centro de llamadas. Esto es lo que necesita saber. A partir del viernes 1 de agosto de 2025, el nuevo horario del centro de llamadas será de lunes a jueves de 8:30 a. m. a 4:30 p. m.

The Boston Re-Employment Center will keep its current hours for in-person customer service by appointment only, including on Fridays. You can learn more about in-person services at

THIS WEEK: #MassHire is offering more than 200 workshops, one-on-one clinics, and assessments—tailored for every career stage. ✅ Résumé help.✅ Interview practice.✅ Skills assessments.✅ Career planning. 👉

Learn more about #MassHire employer resources and tax credits for veteran employment.

Veterans bring unique skills and experience to the workforce, and Massachusetts has the resources to help employers connect with them. Here’s @MassLWD Secretary Jones and @MassEOVS Secretary Santiago on some of these resources. #HireAVeteranDay

#MassHire is hosting over 15 job fairs and recruitment events across Massachusetts this week!. At these events, you can:. ➡️ Meet employers who are ready to hire.➡️ Learn about jobs that match your skills . 👉 Find an event near you:

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This month, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced key workforce investments:. 💼 $10M for workforce training for English learners.📚 $2.7M to fund ESOL services and career readiness supports. @CNBC also named Massachusetts the most improved state for business.

💡 Since 2023, more than 131,000 individuals in Massachusetts have gained employment, and the total number of employed individuals stands at 3,767,900 as of last month.

Payroll jobs did experience growth in some industries:. 🏫🏥 Education and Health Services (+1,500 jobs) 🚧 Construction (+1,000 jobs).🚚 Trade, Transportation, and Utilities (+400).

The state's Labor Force Participation Rate (LFPR) remained at 66.9% last month. The good news? The state's labor force has increased 5% since January 2023, which places Massachusetts in the top 3 among states for labor force growth.

Preliminary data from @BLS_gov shows 1,100 more individuals in Massachusetts were employed in last month. While more individuals entered the labor force, both the labor force participate rate and unemployment rate remained unchanged in June. Here's what you need to know 🧵

📰 ICYMI: Healey-Driscoll Administration Celebrates $10 Million Investment in Workforce Training for English Learners.

Massachusetts is a place of possibility for everyone. @MassLWD Secretary Jones reinforces our commitment to a people-first workforce agenda built on equity, opportunity, and the belief that work and education transforms lives.