Jessica Looman - May 06, 2021
As we emerge from the pandemic, eliminating misclassification is a critical economic recovery strategy. Here’s why:
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The True Cost of Misclassification
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NEW: Virtual Career Workshops for Military Spouses
Tim Winter - May 05, 2021
In order to provide military spouses with a successful path to plan and prepare for job searches, we’ve created a new series of short, engaging workshops.
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Relaunching the Advisory Committee on Apprenticeship
Secretary Marty Walsh - May 03, 2021
I’m proud to relaunch the Advisory Committee on Apprenticeship to provide advice and recommendations on key issues.
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The Department’s Role in Advancing Racial Equity and Supporting Underserved Communities
Janelle Jones, Alexander Hertel-Fernandez - May 03, 2021
We help ensure U.S. labor and employment policies support all workers, especially those who have historically faced discrimination, disadvantage and exclusion.
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#StandDown4Safety
Jim Frederick - May 03, 2021
Join our Stand Down to Prevent Falls in Construction May 3-7 and learn how to keep workers safe.
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Getting to Work During the Biden-Harris Administration’s First 100 Days
Secretary Marty Walsh - Apr 30, 2021
In his first 100 days, President Biden has acted to get America back on track by addressing the crises facing our nation.
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On Workers Memorial Day, Honoring Those We’ve Lost
Secretary Marty Walsh - Apr 28, 2021
On Workers Memorial Day, we honor the working people who lost their lives on the job and mourn with the families and friends left behind.
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OSHA at 50: Marking a Half Century of Protecting Workers
Jim Frederick - Apr 27, 2021
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration marks a half century of protecting workers.
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ODEP at 20: Driving Change Through Employer Engagement
Alicia Wallace - Apr 26, 2021
As ODEP celebrates it's 20th year, human resource compliance professional Alicia Wallace explains how it helps those in her profession do their jobs better.