Worksystems

Happy Thanksgiving! As we head into the holiday weekend, we want to share our gratitude for the many partners who make our region’s workforce system stronger. Your collaboration, dedication, and commitment to expanding opportunities for jobseekers and businesses truly make a difference. Worksystems will be closed on Thursday and Friday so our staff can spend time with loved ones. We look forward to reconnecting next week!

"SummerWorks presents young people with great opportunities to develop their professional skills." Ristom completed his summer work experience at the Lloyd Eco District and City of Portland where he helped conduct a property vacancy analysis and supported the development of a Portland Parks & Recreation community ambassador program. Hear his full story and more SummerWorks Success at https://lnkd.in/gshKu7zF. 🎥by Flossin Media

❓Were you recently laid off from your job❓ The WorkSource Portland Metro (WSPM) Layoff Transition Assistance team offers free Layoff Transition Sessions, led by experts who will walk you through the resources available to you, including: ✅ How to apply for Unemployment Insurance ✅ Employment and training opportunities ✅ Options for health coverage through the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace ✅ Community resources and free services at WorkSource Portland Metro 📅Thursday, December 4 🕑1:30 - 3:30pm 📍 Zoom (link provided upon registration) Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/dxPM3EDK This is a great first step to understand what’s available and how you can take control of what’s next. WorkSource Oregon #WorkSurcePortlandMetro #WorkforceDevelopment #LayoffAssistance #Jobseekers

Yesterday’s CoachCon 2025 was a powerful reminder of why we do this work. Thank you Worksystems for giving us space to reflect on our tools and on what it truly means to coach the whole person. #CoachCon2025 #Worksystems #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerCoaching #CommunityImpact

Investing in job quality isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s a smart business strategy. This new Forbes article reinforces what we see every day: when employers create quality jobs—with benefits beyond competitive wages—everyone wins. Our Quality Jobs Initiative was built on this very principle. We partner with businesses, labor, and community organizations to design frameworks and strategies that boost retention, productivity, and equitable prosperity. The evidence is clear: quality jobs are good for workers and for the bottom line. Curious how we’re making this vision a reality in the Portland metro area? Learn more about our approach and resources for employers, job seekers, and partners: https://lnkd.in/gtaHTvbi #QualityJobs #WorkforceDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #Equity #Portland

Are you passionate about workforce development, business and industry engagement, or strategic program design and implementation? Do you have experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, or navigating complex funding landscapes? How about a background in project and contract management, economic development, government programs, labor relations, or workforce partnerships? If you answered yes to any of the above, apply to be a part of our team as a Senior Project Manager! https://lnkd.in/dV24kpmU Deadline to apply: Monday, December 1, 2025

From job search frustration to unlocking his creativity, Sean’s SummerWorks journey proves one moment can change everything. https://lnkd.in/gRphegC5 As the weather cools, we are reflecting on a successful summer of youth work experiences at business across our region, including Worksystems! Sean’s SummerWorks experience focused on elevating the program’s impact through storytelling—and who better to capture the voices of youth than someone living it? Sean created storyboards, crafted interviews, wrote case studies, and designed all the visuals for the project. Explore more stories at https://lnkd.in/gshKu7zF. 📷 by Sean Bascom

The region’s advanced manufacturing sector is changing rapidly. Jobs increasingly require tech skills and familiarity with automated equipment, while retirements and a limited pipeline are creating workforce gaps. These shifts highlight the need for updated training and stronger connections between employers, jobseekers, and workforce programs. ➡️ Learn how Worksystems plays a key role in helping jobseekers access opportunities, supporting employers in filling skill gaps, and aligning the system to meet evolving industry needs in this Portland Business Journal article: https://lnkd.in/gP4fp9T6

🚨 The Columbia-Willamette Workforce Collaborative has published its 2025 Healthcare and Social Assistance Sector Report, offering a snapshot of labor market data in the Portland-Vancouver Metro Area. This report provides essential baseline data from 2024, serving as a benchmark to measure change and guide decisions as the sector continues to adapt—especially given the significant shifts over the past 11 months. Key Points: ✅ Healthcare and social assistance account for 13% of regional private employment, with over 187,800 jobs and a $15.5B payroll. ✅ The sector is projected to grow by 15% over the next decade. ✅ 70% of jobs in the sector pay $22/hour or more, with many requiring short vocational training for entry-level positions. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/g2DCP7WG Clackamas Workforce Partnership Workforce Southwest Washington #workforcedevelopment #labormarketdata #healthcare #socialassistance #earlylearning