This week’s LBI Region Report spotlights Jeannie Page-Soncrant, Department of Labor. The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development helps connect job seekers and employers through programs, training opportunities, and workforce resources. Through partnerships with local Workforce Development Boards and One Stop Career Centers, the department supports individuals with job searches, career training, and specialized services for groups such as veterans, people with disabilities, and older workers. It also assists businesses by providing recruitment support, apprenticeship programs, and funding opportunities like on-the-job training reimbursements. Overall, the department works to strengthen the workforce by helping talent and opportunity come together while supporting both employers and job seekers.

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