The Old Cigar Warehouse adds summer intern
June 16, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Caroline Greissinger as a marketing and sales intern. Greissinger is a Clemson University Dean’s List student, whose previous experience includes serving…
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$200,000 federal grant awarded to SC Technical College System to expand apprenticeship in South Carolina
June 3, 2016
Funding to be used to promote apprenticeships across all industries and increase awareness of youth apprenticeship programs in South Carolina COLUMBIA, SC – The U.S. Department of Labor awarded…
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$200,000 federal grant awarded to SC Technical College System to expand apprenticeship in South Carolina
June 3, 2016
Funding to be used to promote apprenticeships across all industries and increase awareness of youth apprenticeship programs in South Carolina COLUMBIA, SC – The U.S. Department of Labor awarded…
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Aiken, Union counties receive work ready certification
May 25, 2016
COLUMBIA—Gov. Nikki Haley announced today that Aiken and Union counties have received certification through the South Carolina Work Ready Communities (SCWRC) initiative. Aiken and Union join the 42 other counties…
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Aiken, Union counties receive work ready certification
May 25, 2016
COLUMBIA—Gov. Nikki Haley announced today that Aiken and Union counties have received certification through the South Carolina Work Ready Communities (SCWRC) initiative. Aiken and Union join the 42 other counties…
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DEW Executive Director Cheryl Stanton’s April 2016 Employment Statement
May 22, 2016
“It is encouraging to see the large number of people entering the labor force – and finding work. More people are working then ever in our state’s history. South Carolinians…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation April 2016
May 22, 2016
Employment Growth Maintains Momentum Unemployment Rate Inches Upward The number of people working in South Carolina increased to a new record in April 2016, rising by 7,268 to 2,181,923. During…
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City to launch Career Portal
May 19, 2016
On May 31, the City of Columbia will launch a new, easy-to-use online employment application solution. With the new solution you will be able to apply for positions on-line, get…
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Two groups receive apprenticeship grants for innovative workforce programs
May 17, 2016
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce and the Tri-County Technical College have been awarded apprenticeship grants from the State Workforce Development Board (SWDB), which made available $267,000 for innovative apprenticeship…
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Two groups receive apprenticeship grants for innovative workforce programs
May 17, 2016
The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce and the Tri-County Technical College have been awarded apprenticeship grants from the State Workforce Development Board (SWDB), which made available $267,000 for innovative apprenticeship…
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Work Ready Initiative aims to put ex-offenders to work
April 25, 2016
Each year, approximately 10,000 people are released from South Carolina prisons. An important part of the release process is preparing individuals to re-enter society and reduce the likelihood of them…
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Work Ready Initiative aims to put ex-offenders to work
April 25, 2016
Each year, approximately 10,000 people are released from South Carolina prisons. An important part of the release process is preparing individuals to re-enter society and reduce the likelihood of them…
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ReWa names Greg Wright Engineering Director
April 19, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) has recently named Greg Wright, PE as Engineering Director after his dedicated service as Engineering Manager for the past five years. Wright holds…
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ReWa names Greg Wright Engineering Director
April 19, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) has recently named Greg Wright, PE as Engineering Director after his dedicated service as Engineering Manager for the past five years. Wright holds…
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Four new Palmetto Military Employers recognized at second annual OPE Midlands Summit
April 18, 2016
Employers, hiring managers, veteran employment representatives and military service members met Thursday in Columbia to learn more about how to recruit and retain military hires through Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE),…
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Four new Palmetto Military Employers recognized at second annual OPE Midlands Summit
April 18, 2016
Employers, hiring managers, veteran employment representatives and military service members met Thursday in Columbia to learn more about how to recruit and retain military hires through Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE),…
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DEW Business Intelligence director joins national advisory board
April 13, 2016
S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) Business Intelligence Director Brenda Lisbon has been invited to serve on the national Workforce Information Advisory Council (WIAC) for a three-year term. Lisbon…
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DEW Business Intelligence director joins national advisory board
April 13, 2016
S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) Business Intelligence Director Brenda Lisbon has been invited to serve on the national Workforce Information Advisory Council (WIAC) for a three-year term. Lisbon…
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Governor’s military employment initiative hosts first of three regional summits this week
April 13, 2016
Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE), a statewide military employment initiative comprised of several state agencies and veteran service organizations, will host the first of three regional summits this Thursday, April 14 at…
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Governor’s military employment initiative hosts first of three regional summits this week
April 13, 2016
Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE), a statewide military employment initiative comprised of several state agencies and veteran service organizations, will host the first of three regional summits this Thursday, April 14 at…
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Sam’s Club begins hiring in Columbia
April 6, 2016
Club planning to bring approximately 175 new jobs Sam’s Club Hiring and Membership Center opens in Columbia; seeks applicants for new club. The company plans to hire approximately 175…
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Horry County receives Work Ready certification
April 6, 2016
Gov. Nikki Haley announced today that Horry County has received certification through the South Carolina Work Ready Communities (SCWRC) initiative. The county joins the 41 other counties that have met…
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Construction employment increases in 234 out of 358 metro areas between February 2015 and 2016 as demand for construction continues to grow
April 5, 2016
Anaheim-Santa Ana-Irvine and Monroe, Mich. top growth list; Fort Worth-Arlington, Texas, and Bloomington, Ill. have largest declines, many energy-producing metro areas experience big losses Construction employment increased in 234…
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Construction firms add 37,000 jobs in March and over 300,000 for the past year as spending increases in February from a year ago in all major categories
April 1, 2016
Construction jobs growing at twice the rate of total nonfarm jobs as sector’s unemployment rate hits 10-year March low; several spending segments jump 20 percent for the year despite dip…
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Construction employment increases in 243 out of 358 metro areas between January 2015 and 2016 as firms expand to keep pace with growing demand
March 21, 2016
Anaheim-Santa Ana-Irvine and El Centro, Calif. Top Growth List; Fort Worth-Arlington, Texas, and Odessa, Texas have largest declines, followed by many other energy-producing metro areas Construction employment increased in…
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RMF, Phillips hosting Job Fair Thursday & Friday in Greenville County
March 16, 2016
Phillips to fill Upstate positions for leading aerospace and automotive supplier GREENVILLE, SC – RMF and Phillips Staffing will host a Job Fair from 4-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 17…
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RMF, Phillips hosting Job Fair Thursday & Friday in Greenville County
March 16, 2016
Phillips to fill Upstate positions for leading aerospace and automotive supplier GREENVILLE, SC – RMF and Phillips Staffing will host a Job Fair from 4-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 17…
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Phillips Staffing launches new website, expands digital recruiting platform
March 15, 2016Phillips Staffing, one of the Southeast’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution providers, has re-launched its website (www.PhillipsStaffing.com), strategically investing in an updated and expanded presence as it…
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Phillips Staffing launches new website, expands digital recruiting platform
March 15, 2016
Phillips Staffing, one of the Southeast’s largest and fastest-growing staffing and human capital solution providers, has re-launched its website (www.PhillipsStaffing.com), strategically investing in an updated and expanded presence as it…
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South Carolina’s employment situation
March 14, 2016
Employment growth continues, unemployment rate remains unchanged South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in January remained unchanged at 5.5 percent from December 2015. However, the number of people working…
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Complete Public Relations launches internship program
March 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Complete Public Relations is in search of Greenville’s next great public relations professionals to learn the tools of the trade through a newly launched internship program. Interns…
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Complete Public Relations launches internship program
March 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Complete Public Relations is in search of Greenville’s next great public relations professionals to learn the tools of the trade through a newly launched internship program. Interns…
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Phillips Staffing hosting major job fair Wednesday, Thursday
February 29, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest staffing and human capital solution providers, will host a major Job Fair on Wednesday, March 2 and Thursday, March 3…
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Phillips Staffing hosting major job fair Wednesday, Thursday
February 29, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Phillips Staffing, one of South Carolina’s largest staffing and human capital solution providers, will host a major Job Fair on Wednesday, March 2 and Thursday, March 3…
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Five Free Tools to Help You Grow Your Small Business
February 24, 2016
By Matt Vaadi There is only one common piece of advice I have received from nearly every mentor, friend, and peer when starting our company: Keep overhead low. Cash…
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Wild careers begin at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
February 11, 2016Zoo to host job fair on Saturday, February 20 . Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is seeking qualified candidates for a number of seasonal positions in the Zoo’s food and retail…
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$200,000 in Apprenticeship Grants Available to Innovative Workforce Programs
February 4, 2016
The State Workforce Development Board (SWDB) is making available $200,000 for innovative apprenticeship grant initiatives. This initiative aims to increase training and employment opportunities for priority populations such as individuals…
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New Hire Scavenger Hunt: A Fun Way to Engage New Hires
January 24, 2016
By Matt Vaadi You spend so much time trying to find that right person. You phone screen, you interview, you interview again, you background check, you call the references,…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation November 2015
December 18, 2015
Employment Gains Set New Record Unemployment Rate Continues To Fall South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell for the sixth consecutive month, declining from 5.6 percent in October to 5.5…
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S.C. Businesses to Pay Lowest Federal Unemployment Taxes for 2015
November 18, 2015
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has approved giving the full 5.4 percent tax reduction on business federal unemployment taxes (FUTA) for 2015 to South Carolina businesses. This is in…
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5 reasons HR outsourcing makes sense for your small business
November 12, 2015
By Matt Vaadi Your two most valuable resources as a small business owner are time and money. If you are wasting either of these valuable assets, you are doing…
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USC names new dean of College of Engineering and Computing
November 9, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – A distinguished engineering researcher with experience in forming industry partnerships has been hired to lead the University of South Carolina’s College of Engineering and Computing. Hossein Haj-Hariri, an…
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Newberry County DUA deadline approaches
November 9, 2015
The deadline to apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) in Newberry County is Thursday. The DUA program makes funds available to assist people who became unemployed as a direct result…
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Construction firms add 31,000 workers in October
November 8, 2015
Construction Employment Now at Highest Level since February 2009 as Sector Continues to Recover, But Worker Shortages Threaten to Undermine Future Growth, Officials Caution Construction firms added 31,000 workers…
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DEW cuts 2016 Unemployment Tax Rate
November 3, 2015
For the second consecutive year, the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) is cutting the Unemployment Insurance (UI) tax rate, saving South Carolina businesses more than $151 million over…
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Time Warner Cable Open House Interview Event
November 2, 2015
Hiring Inside Sales and Retention Representative Positions Wednesday, November 4, 2015 Time Warner Cable 3347 Platt Springs Road, West Columbia, SC 29170 Who: Join Time Warner Cable’s growing Sales team…
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Deadlines Approach for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
October 28, 2015
Deadlines to apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) are nearing for 19 of the 24 counties that have been declared eligible for individual assistance by FEMA. Those 19 counties have…
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Walmart to hire more than 1,200 seasonal associates in South Carolina for upcoming holiday season
October 27, 2015
SOUTH CAROLINA – Walmart today announced it anticipates hiring about 1,200 associates in South Carolina for the upcoming holiday season. In addition to offering a chance to earn extra money…
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Tricks or Treats: Human Resources Challenges Ahead
October 27, 2015Nexsen Pruet Employment Law Update for October 2015 Halloween is traditionally a time for “trick or treating.” For human resource professionals, many days can be Halloween-like, filled with unexpected…
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Tricks or Treats: Human Resources Challenges Ahead
October 27, 2015Nexsen Pruet Employment Law Update for October 2015 Halloween is traditionally a time for “trick or treating.” For human resource professionals, many days can be Halloween-like, filled with unexpected…
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