What Can Job Service Do For You?

Have you been terminated or laid off from your job?

Unemployment insurance can cover a third of your lost income. Job Service is the state agency that manages UI and we're ready to help you apply. You can get an overview of unemployment insurance here.

Are you struggling to find a job?

Our staff can help you look for jobs and give you tips on how to find positions you're qualified for. We host job fairs across the state each year. Our offices also have on-site mini job fairs monthly. They also have employers set up to do on-site interviews for multiple positions. You can also search on ND Workforce Connection, the official job posting site for North Dakota, with both private and public sector jobs. We also have a tip sheet for job applications.

Do you want to change careers, but don't know where to start?

Job Service can advise you on how to switch and help you make a plan. You can learn more about various industries by listening to our podcast, The Job Pod. Our list of in-demand occupations is updated regularly and can show you which industries are hiring.

Are you putting in lots of job applications and not getting interviews?

If you stop in at a workforce center, Job Service staff can look at your resume with you, then offer suggestions for improving it. You can also listen to tips on effectively writing about your work experience on The Job Pod episode "The Resume." For a more in-depth look at the job search process, you can check out our guide to employment.

Are you doing lots of interviews, but not getting job offers?

The staff at Job Service can do a practice interview with you, then help you with areas that could be holding you back. You can also listen to The Job Pod episodes "Ace the Job Interview" and "Tips to Nail your Interview."

Are you having trouble marketing your military experience to civilian employers?

Meet with one of our veteran employment advisors, all of whom are veterans and trained to help you succeed. For general information, you can check out our veterans service page. You might find these episodes of The Job Pod useful: "Veteran Readiness and Employment," "Veterans Priority of Service," and "Connecting Veterans to Post-Military Jobs."

Are you a veteran and struggling to stay employed?

Job Service has staff who work exclusively with veterans, all of whom have served in the US military. Reach out today!

Are you preparing to leave the military?

Job Service can help you make a plan for a smooth switch to a civilian career. You can also listen to the "Transitioning out of the Military" and "Connecting Veterans to Post-Military Jobs" episodes of The Job Pod. 

Do you sometimes struggle to pay child support?

Job Service has specific programs to help people who are providing for their kids this way to find a better-paying job. The PRIDE program is specifically designed to help workers in your situation, which you can read about here.

Are you on state or federal assistance (SNAP/TANF/etc.) and also working?

Several Job Service programs can offer extra support to people on these programs. For a quick overview, check out The Job Pod episodes "JOBS and Crossroads" and "What about WIOA?"

Are you working and make less than $870 in a month?

A number of Job Service programs provide assistance to people who make less than this amount. You may also want to check out The Job Pod episodes "JOBS and Crossroads" and "What about WIOA?"

Do you need help with a resume?

Our staff can help you write a resume that shows off your experience and get employer's attention. You can get a good start by listening to The Job Pod episode "The Resume."

Does your level of English effect your job?

Job Service can connect you with English training programs, at no cost to you.

Have you moved to the US in the last several years?

Welcome! We think you'll find North Dakota a great place to live and work. Job Service has several programs for new Americans. We can help you navigate the process of getting a job in the US, including how it may differ from what you're used to. We can also direct you toward assistance programs you may qualify for.

Are you a single parent struggling to support your family?

We have programs that can help you get a better job. Specific programs are designed to help single parents, such as TANF, PRIDE, and JOBS.

Are you under the age of 21 and pregnant or the primary caregiver of a child?

Job Service can help you get your high school diploma or GED.

Have you struggled find transportation to job interviews or to your job?

Our department has programs that can help someone who doesn't own a car or doesn't have a drivers license get to their interview. We also help long-term to help you get to work, regardless of what is holding you back.

Do you need help paying for college or for professional training, such as certificates or licenses?

Job Service has a number of programs that provide assistance based on income and other factors. Many applicants who don't think they will qualify eventually do, thanks to working with employment advisors who understand the different requirements for different state and federal assistance programs.

Are you unsure how to talk about a gap in your employment, perhaps due to college or incarceration?

Our employment advisors can work with you for how best to explain this gap on resumes or during interviews.

Do you have an employer who is interested in hiring you, but you need additional skills?

Job Service has a variety of programs that can help connect you with training and even pay for it, depending on your income and other barriers to employment.

Would the next level of your position require additional training or certification?

Our department has programs geared toward helping you earn more money at your current employer by getting further training or even a degree.

Are you looking for your first job?

Job Service has special programs for young people who are just starting in the workforce, which include the department contacting your desired employer for job placement and paying for expenses.

Are outdated degrees and professional certifications holding you back?

Some fields, such as information technology, change rapidly, so a degree from even just a decade ago may cause employers to hesitate to hire you. We can help you get new certifications, which will show them your skills are current.

Would you like a better understanding of American work culture?

We know not every country has the same social expectations at work. We host workshops to advise people about how to get and keep a job in the US.

Is your career being held back by not having a particular training or certification?

Job Service can help you get training and certification in a variety of fields. For more information, check out The Job Pod episodes "Apprenticeships & On-The-Job Training" and "What about WIOA?"

Are you struggling to find a job because of a criminal conviction, homelessness, or other barrier to employment?

You're not in this alone. Job Service hosts Fair Chance Job Fairs, which are specifically for possible barriers to employment, such as homelessness, lack of education, being recently dislocated, or a criminal background.

Are you looking for information on the labor market in North Dakota?

Our Labor Market Information office routinely posts up-to-date data on the North Dakota job market. You can listen to the "Labor Market Information" episode of The Job Pod for an overview. To get straight to the data, visit our Labor Market Information site.

Do you want to find more qualified applicants for your business?

Job Service can advise you on how to better connect with job seekers. Depending on your business, you might benefit from our programs to set up apprenticeships or hire people who have barriers to employment, such as a lack of formal credentials or a previous criminal conviction. We can also help you translate relevant military jargon that applicants might throw your way.

Are you struggling to recruit or retain employees?

Our business advisors know the current job market and are ready to help you take a look at where you can make some adjustments. Reach out to your local workforce center.