Arkansas Labor Market Information Publications
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Arkansas Labor Market
A monthly publication containing statistical tables, charts, and narrative analysis depicting current economic conditions in Arkansas and the six metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) of Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, Fort Smith, Hot Springs, Jonesboro, Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, and Pine Bluff. Information on civilian labor force, employment, unemployment and unemployment rates for Arkansas' 75 counties and the MSAs is also included.
Contact: Bernadette Coleman, 501-682-3159
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Arkansas Labor Market and Economic Report
An annual publication providing relevant information about the economy and workforce in Arkansas and the 10 Workforce Investment Areas.
Contact: Ron White, 501-682-3121
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Arkansas Wage Survey
An annual publication produced from employment and wage data collected by the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) survey. One of the primary functions of this program is to identify occupation and wage profiles for Arkansas.
Contact: Belinda Hodges, 501-682-3118
View Arkansas Occupational Employment and Wage Survey-Arkansas and MSAs (PDF format)
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Arkansas' Hot 45
A poster displaying demand occupations in Arkansas grouped by training/education requirements and listed by annual job openings.
Contact: Amy Theriac, 501-682-3117
View Arkansas' 2012-2013 Hot 45 Demand Occupations Poster (PDF format)
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Career Video DVDs
A three disc DVD set containing career videos grouped by the 16 career clusters and their related career pathways. The career videos depict people working in various occupations with an audio description of the duties and requirements.
Contact: Ron White, 501-682-3121
View Career Video Index
Career Watch Arkansas
An annual publication containing profiles of Arkansas occupations, including job descriptions, average pay, growth rate, and educational and scholarship information.
Contact: Amy Theriac, 501-682-3117
View Career Watch Arkansas (PDF format) (Digital edition)
Note: This is a large PDF that may require lengthy download time.
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Career Watch Teacher's Guide
An annual publication developed for use in conjunction with the Career Watch Arkansas publication. It contains classroom activities for students, some requiring Internet access.
Contact: Amy Theriac, 501-682-3117
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Covered Employment and Earnings
A quarterly and an annual publication containing data that covers employment and wage data by industries and counties for Arkansas (QCEW). This data is compiled from quarterly contribution and wage reports submitted by employers subject to the Arkansas Employment Security Law. (Publication available in PDF format only.)
Contact: Susan Price, 501-682-3103
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Directory of Licensed, Certified, and Registered Occupations in Arkansas
The single source of readily accessible occupational licensing/certifying information required by Arkansas statutes to practice a given occupation. Contains a brief job description, required examinations, fees, and the name, contact information and web site of the licensing or certifying agency. Published every two years.
Contact: Shirley Johnson, 501-683-0035
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Education Pays! Poster
A career poster showing the monetary benefits of continuing your education after high school.
Contact: Amy Theriac, 501-682-3117
View Education Pays! Poster 8 1/2 x11 (PDF format)
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The Future Awaits
A guide for instructors to teach young adults pre-employment basics, including resume preparation, how to apply for jobs, appropriate dress and interview tips. This guide also explains how to complete federal tax forms.
Contact: Ron White, 501-682-3121
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Pocket Resume
Print and complete this form for use as a handy reference tool on job applications and interviews.
Contact: Amy Theriac, 501-682-3117
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Projected Employment Opportunities List
The list identifies future job opportunities and links them to training programs. The list has two columns. The first column lists the occupation's code and title. A Statewide estimated average annual wage is given for each occupation as well. The second column lists the corresponding training code and title for the occupation. A list is included for the State and each of the 10 Local Workforce Investment Areas.
Contact: Belinda Hodges, 501-682-3118
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View Additions to the Projected Employment Opportunities List (PDF format)
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Long-Term Industry and Occupational Employment Projections
A biennial publication containing long-term (10 year) industrial and occupational employment projections and analyses for Arkansas and each Local Workforce Investment Area.
Contact: Brian Pulliam, 501-682-3123
View Long-Term Industry and Occupational Projections for Arkansas, 2010-2020 (PDF format)
View Long-Term Industry and Occupational Projections for LWIAs, 2008-2018 (PDF format)
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Short-Term Industry and Occupational Employment Projections
An annual publication containing short-term (2 year) industrial and occupational employment projections and analyses for Arkansas and each Local Workforce Investment Area.
Contact: Brian Pulliam, 501-682-3123
View Short-Term Industry and Occupational Projections-State of Arkansas, 2011-2013 (PDF format)
View Short-Term Industry and Occupational Projections for LWIAs, 2011-2013 (PDF format)
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Want to be a Pro Athlete? Poster
A career poster showing the percent of students continuing on to play sports into college and professionally. Alternate possible occupations are included.
Contact: Amy Theriac, 501-682-3117
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