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Human Resource Professionals Connect at the Department of Labor AUGUSTA – About 100 human resource managers from across Maine gathered at the Department of Labor (DOL) building in Augusta on June 6, 2012, to meet with agency officials and learn how recent changes in labor regulations
affect them. The program represents the first time human resource professionals, for whom labor regulatory compliance forms a core part of their duties, have been invited to the Department of Labor to learn about the services it provides to
employers throughout the state. The free half-day event, co-sponsored by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)’s Maine State Council, the Maine Society for Healthcare Human
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Revisions to Child Labor Restrictions open up more jobs for Maine’s teens this summer AUGUSTA – As school vacation draws near, Maine’s employers, parents and teens look to summer employment as a solution to their needs. Parents hope that summer jobs will give their children some insight into possible careers and teach the power of earning your own money. Employers look to fill gaps in their workforce during the busy summer tourist season. Teens want to make money, meet new people and have fun. An update to the classifications of employment available to minors will help Maine’s teens find more work this summer. Bill Ellis, director of marketing at Point Sebago Resort in Casco, stressed the important contribution teens make in their business, “A large portion, nearly half, of Point Sebago's summer workforce of three to four hundred employees is made up of teens. These young workers are employed as activities counselors, lifeguards, wait staff, entertainers, maintenance crew, at the golf course, and in dozens of other positions throughout the 775 acre resort.” For teens under the age of 16, restrictions limit the types of jobs and the hours they can work. Minors cannot work jobs considered “hazardous.” The Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Standards has updated the restrictions to bring them more in line with current federal requirements. This change now allow minors under the age of 16 in Maine to work in movie theaters and bowling alleys, and to do more jobs than were permitted previously in such establishments as hotels, motels, and bakeries. For example, although 15-year-olds may not operate the ovens, they can decorate cakes, fill pastries, stock the display cases, and serve customers. Some of the jobs Maine teens under 18 years old cannot do include
operating most mechanical equipment, driving for work, and working alone in a cash-based business. The revisions have been made to help both employers and teens. “Summer jobs create an opportunity to connect students with pride in earning a paycheck and helping others,” said Maine Department of Labor Commissioner Robert Winglass. “Young people can develop a strong work ethic and learn how to manage money. ” There a few steps teens must go through to obtain a work permit. First, teens must look for work and receive a job offer. They then must apply for a work permit at the office of the superintendent of the school district in which they live. All minors under the age of 16 must have a work permit before they start a job, whether or not they attend school. The school district sends the completed application to the Maine Department of Labor for approval. Teens can have two work permits (for two different jobs) in the summer, but only one permit during the school year. Parents and employers can help expedite the approval process by making sure the work permit request includes both proof of age and parental/guardian approval. The application must contain the specific job title (e.g. “dishwasher”). The name of the business on the permit must be the actual business name, which may be different than what people commonly call it. The Bureau of Labor Standards has sent the updated list of restricted employment to all school districts in Maine. A copy of the “Guide to Maine Laws Governing the Employment of Minors” is posted on the Maine Department of Labor website and is available by request by calling 207623-7900.
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Entrepreneurs' Extravaganza at Auburn Public Library AUBURN — An Entrepreneurs’ Extravaganza, designed to inform and inspire local entrepreneurs and small business owners, will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m June 26 at the Auburn Public Library (APL), 49 Spring St., hosted by APL and Auburn's Economic Development Office.
The event’s focus will be on introducing free resources available to entrepreneurs and small business owners, and will include workshops on how to finance and market. Additionally, Don Gooding, director of the Maine Center for Entrepreneurial Development, will
share his vision for entrepreneurship in Maine. The evening will begin with light refreshments and an opportunity to network and to meet local resource providers from SCORE, Women, Work and Community, the University of Maine Cooperative Extension
Service, U.S. Rural Development, USM’s Center for Entrepreneurship, the Maine Patent Program, CEI/SmartStart, and others offering support and services. For more information about the event, contact the Auburn Public Library at 333-6640.
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IN THIS ISSUE FEATURED ARTICLE Human Resource professionals connect at Department of Labor
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Revisions to Child Labor Resrictions open up more jobs for Maine’s teens this summer 2 New Unemployment Option Helps Keep Workers on the Job 4
Resources Administration, and the Department of Labor, was open to anyone interested in human resources management issues. Kristine Avery, state director of the SHRM Maine State Council, described the event as “an opportunity to build the bridge between the Department of Labor and HR professionals representing Maine businesses in an effort to formalize a long-lasting partnership to benefit employers and employees in Maine.” Attendee Peter Fitch, human resources director for Lee Auto Malls, found the
event “helpful and encouraging.” He added, “I am glad to see that the Department of Labor is reaching out to businesses. It is key that the DOL is educating businesses about not just who DOL is, their people, but more importantly, how the DOL can help businesses in Maine.“ The program, the Maine Department of Labor Update, featured Commissioner of Labor Robert J. Winglass, Deputy Commissioner Jeanne Paquette, the directors of the bureaus that comprise the department and other key department staff. Attendees also
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heard a short presentation on Maine’s economic outlook from John Butera, senior economic advisor to Governor Paul LePage. “It is important that businesses not only understand regulations, but that they understand that the Department of Labor offers a whole range of services that help Maine businesses hire, train, and keep a strong workforce,” said Commissioner Winglass. “Just knowing whom to call here at the department when you have a question can save a business a lot of time and clear up confusion that could lead to problems. In fact, the department has many more people who provide services to businesses than who handle enforcement; we want to help Mainers, both workers and employers, understand that,” Winglass noted. Presenters covered such topics as the services of the Bureau of Labor Standards, which includes the SafetyWorks training and inspection programs; the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, which connects businesses with employees with disabilities; the Bureau of Employment Services, which helps both jobseekers and employers through the CareerCenters, the Maine Job Bank, and programs for returning veterans; and the Bureau of Unemployment Compensation, which administers unemployment claims and benefits. Participants also learned about the resources available through the Center for Workforce Research and Information, which develops and disseminates state and area labor market information to employers, job seekers, and other users. Echoing the need to build a partnership, Fitch noted, “Meetings like this help build relationships and can create opportunities to work together for the benefit of everyone. I found the meeting informative and a great way to reintroduce the DOL to businesses who may only think of the DOL in terms of compliance. Clearly the DOL is seeking to reach out to Maine businesses to help with the issues we are all facing and these meetings are one way that we can begin to work more effectively on some of these issues.” Nicole MorinScribner, director of human resources at St. Mary's Health System agreed with Fitch. “It’s refreshing to see our Department of Labor take on a strategic versus a transactional
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New Unemployment Option Helps Keep Workers on the Job AUGUSTA – Maine Department of Labor officials are launching a new unemployment initiative in June aimed at keeping workers on the job when their employer experiences a temporary slowdown in business. The program, known as WorkShare, allows workers to remain on the job with reduced hours and still collect a modified unemployment benefit that partially offsets the loss in wages. “When employers need to have a temporary layoff or cut hours, they risk losing their best employees to other jobs,� said Maine Labor Commissioner Robert Winglass. “WorkShare helps businesses retain their workforce part-time and allows workers to collect unemployment benefits. This can temporarily make up the difference in lost hours.� To be eligible for WorkShare, the employer needs to attest that the layoff would have impacted at least 10 percent of workers for a two-to-sixmonth period. The reduction in hours must be at least 10 percent—but not more than 50 percent—and affect a unit of the business that normally works on a full-time basis. WorkShare is not available for work reductions that are temporary or related to a seasonal or intermittent downturn. To receive unemployment benefits
under WorkShare, workers must be included in the affected unit of the business; have earned enough wages to meet the regular qualifications for unemployment benefits; and be able and available to work their normally scheduled hours for their employer. Partial unemployment benefits are paid in a percentage equal to the reduction in hours. Thus, someone who has lost 25 percent of their hours would receive 25 percent of their normal weekly unemployment benefit if they are eligible for the program. “WorkShare benefits both the worker and the employer,� said Winglass. “Workers keep their work history intact and have the ability to retain their benefits and seniority on the job. Employers are able to maintain their operations on a smaller scale and gear up quickly when the economy improves while avoiding the unnecessary costs and delays associated with recruitment and training when laid-off workers take jobs—elsewhere.� The WorkShare program is a result of a 2011 federal law change that takes effect in 2012. For more information about WorkShare call (207) 621-5100 or visit www.maine.gov/labor/unemployme nt/workshare.
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Need a career change? Nursing needs you (ARA) – Registered nursing – already the largest health care occupation with 2.7 million jobs – is on a massive growth trajectory. Employment of registered nurses (RNs) is expected to increase by 26 percent by 2020 and nursing was recently ranked No. 1 in the U.S. News and World Report's "Best Jobs" list for
2012. Stephanie Augustin, 27, of Miramar, Fla., can attest to the nursing profession's appeal. After earning a
bachelor's degree in biology and a master's degree in reading education, Augustin worked as a fifth-grade science teacher. But various factors made her question her job stability as a new teacher, including her school's budget cuts and new salary regulations. Deciding to seek a new career opportunity, Augustin left her position as an elementary teacher to pursue nursing, enrolling in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program. As a full-time student, Augustin will take three years to complete the program, with flexible online classes, which allow her to work as a tutor while enrolled in school. "I'm confident in my decision to transition to a more in-demand career," says Augustin. "Nursing provides an opportunity for me to renew each patient's sense of hope and trust in the health care process, allowing me to feel better as an individual by lending a helping hand during my patient's time of need. "It's still in my heart to teach," she adds, "but I'd rather teach people
how to stay healthy." The nursing profession can offer many qualities that job-seekers and career-changers find attractive, such as job stability, flexibility and career advancement opportunities. Additionally, nursing is a wellrespected field and has been named the most trusted profession for 11 of the last 12 years, according to the annual Gallup Poll survey. "Many job-seekers and careerchangers are looking for a profession that is not only ripe with opportunity but also a personally rewarding livelihood," says Michelle Mercurio, national manager of career services at Chamberlain College of Nursing. "Although nursing can be challenging, nurses have the opportunity to really make a positive impact in a patient's life, allowing the nurses to give personally and feel satisfied at the end of the day – knowing they made a difference." Several different academic paths can lead to a nursing career, but many employers prefer to hire nurses who have a BSN degree rather than an associate degree in nursing. Research
shows that more positive patient outcomes occur when nurses are prepared at the baccalaureate level. One group of researchers found that every 10 percent increase in the proportion of BSN nurses on the hospital staff was associated with a 4 percent decrease in the risk of death. Recognizing the increased need for more highly educated nurses, many nursing schools now offer accelerated BSN degree programs. Chamberlain, for example, enables students like Augustin to earn their BSN degree in as few as three years of year-round study, allowing them to enter the workforce sooner than their peers. In addition, students can earn advanced degrees, including a master of science in nursing with a specialization in the in-demand areas of nursing education, executive leadership or the high-tech discipline of nursing informatics. The high level of fulfillment provided by the nursing profession, combined with job stability, flexibility and employment and advancement opportunities, make it a rewarding lifelong career.
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Unemployment Rate 7.4 Percent in May State Labor Commissioner Robert Winglass released May workforce estimates for Maine on June 15. The preliminary seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate for Maine was 7.4 percent in May, up from 7.2 percent in April and down from 7.7 percent one year ago. The number of unemployed totaled 52,400, down 1,500 over the year. The U.S. unemployment rate was 8.2 percent, little changed from 8.1 percent in April and down from 9.0 percent one year ago. The not seasonally-adjusted statewide unemployment rate was 7.5 percent in May, little changed from 7.6 percent one year ago. Not seasonally-adjusted rates ranged from 6.1 percent in Cumberland County to 10.9 percent in Washington County. Rates tended to be lower than the statewide average in southern and central counties and higher than average among eastern and northern counties. June data is scheduled for release July 20.
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Waitstaff training session offered in Bethel BETHEL — A network of business and economic development organizations is offering training for wait staff. Tips for Tips is a three-hour workshop designed to help restaurant owners and managers build customer loyalty, maximize sales, create a sensational buzz about their restaurant, and provide an exceptional dining experience while helping waitstaff increase their earnings. The workshop is being held at the Bethel Inn, 21 Broad St., from 8:30
to 11:30 a.m. June 26. The price is $20 for members of the Bethel, Oxford Hills or River Valley Chambers; $25 for non-Chamber members; and $10 for each additional member from the same business. Carl Lindblade is the workshop instructor. He is a hospitality management consultant and professor at the University of New Hampshire and White Mountains Community College, a delegate to the White
House Conference on Travel and Tourism, the former director of the New Hampshire Division of Travel and Tourism Development has hands-on success as general manager of several three- and four-diamond hotels, including the Black Point Inn in Scarborough. To register for the workshop, contact Mia Purcell at the Western Maine Economic Development Council, 739-6543, or mpurcell@communityconcepts.org, or go to WMEDC’s
website www.wmedc.org and click on WMEDC Events Tips for Tips is offered collaboratively as part of the Maine Woods Tourism Training Initiative by White Mountains Community College, Western Maine Economic Development Council, Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce, Northern Forest Center, Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce, River Valley Chamber of Commerce and Central/Western Maine Workforce Investment Board.
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Governor LePage Announces Maine's Nine Certified Business-Friendly Communities
AUGUSTA, Maine – Governor Paul LePage and Maine Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) Commissioner George Gervais announced Maine’s first certified business-friendly communities June 6 during a press conference at the State House in Augusta. These nine communities were selected from a group of 19 nominees and determined to uphold quality standards for business excellence. Maine’s first business-friendly communities are Augusta, Bath, Biddeford, Brewer, Bucksport,
Guilford, Lincoln, Saco and Sanford. Gov. LePage first announced the business-friendly certification program in March. The program is designed to recognize Maine communities for their commitment to job creation, reducing red tape and being “open for business.” The nominees were evaluated in several areas including customer service, business involvement and collaboration, input from the public, and licensing and permitting. Each community was evaluated on an individual basis by a panel of business experts which included Amy
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Downing, Maine State Chamber of Commerce; John Butera, Sr. Economic Advisor for Gov. LePage; Chris Steele, CWS Consulting Group; Chuck Graceffa, Pierce Atwood; George Gervais, Commissioner, DECD; Peter DelGreco, President Maine & Company; and Andrea Smith, Office of Community Development, DECD. "I want to congratulate and thank the recipients for their continued commitment to business excellence. These nine communities have set an example for others to follow as we move Maine forward as a place
where businesses and communities can thrive," said Gov. LePage. DECD Commissioner Gervais promised his department's commitment to the program. "DECD will gladly work with any Maine community that wants to earn this designation; we want every Maine city and town to be businessfriendly. Several of the nominees who did not qualify are now working diligently to enhance their practices to meet business-friendly standards so that they may be certified in the future,” said Commissioner Gervais.
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Account Executives build and maintain strong relationships with customers over the phone, face-to-face, at business-to-business events, and online. This position will be responsible for monthly online revenue goals and weekly print goals.
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Job Scope • Effective communication skills • Business-to-business sales experience with the ability to work independently • Computer literate with experience using Client Relationship Management software • High school diploma or GED; advanced degree or equivalent experience preferred What’s unique about our services? • Large prospecting area with a majority of business in Maine and New Hampshire • Online memberships, pay-for-performance and/or Job Share Network products offer a variety of solutions to meet the client’s needs • Maine-family owned and operated We Offer Base of $11-$13/hr. DOE plus bonuses up to 5% of personal sales; Mon–Fri 8-5p workweek; Health; Dental; Earned Time Off; EAP; and On-site fitness room.
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Continued from page 3 mindset and reach out to HR professionals from all sectors to better meet Maine's workforce needs.” Although not administered by the Department of Labor, the issue of workers’ compensation is of high relevance to HR professionals. Therefore, the program included a discussion of recent changes to employment standards relating to unemployment benefits and workers’ compensation. Paul Sighinolfi, executive director of the Maine Workers’ Compensation Board,
addressed participants’ questions relating to workers’ comp. Sarah Conroy, governmental affairs director for the SHRM Maine State Council, was glad to see the forum cover a wide range of topics important to HR managers, including the employment standards issue. “We’re so very pleased with the opportunity to visit the Department of Labor, and with all the effort expended to work with us to bring about this informative event and address our members’ questions and concerns,” she explained. “This was a fantastic day for business as well as the great state of Maine.”
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