When it comes to increasing employment and boosting the economy, Monster is always looking for new ideas and innovative solutions. The latest opportunity to make a difference came through our participation in the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI). Just this week, Monster joined with Edelman, The Corps Network, The National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB), the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and the Open Society Foundations to employ Service Corps graduates across America.
August 23, 2010
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Closing the talent gap is critical to getting Americans back to work and improving the regional economies that make up the U.S. market. State and local governments have begun to focus more resources on studying their region’s talent gap and addressing the problem with training, education, and online support initiatives that are focused on preparing workers for positions in growing industries. Here are some strategies that state and local governments have tried across the country:
May 26, 2010
Recently, the Obama Administration announced an effort to reform the federal hiring system. Under the new proposal, all applicants for federal government positions will now apply by resume and cover letter through USAJobs.gov rather than get mired in a process driven by the submission of detailed essays on KSAs (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities). To get a better understanding of some of these developments and the implications for the Federal Government, we spoke with Ed Powell, Director of Strategic Business Development for Monster Government Solutions.
September 23, 2011
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