Workforce
The Owensboro regional labor market area boasts a young, well-educated, diverse workforce that is nearly 474,000 strong. But what sets them apart is not their numbers. It's their attitude. Owensboro-area workers are not just skilled; they are filled with that incomparable work ethic. That means as an employer, you don't just get good work; you get hard work. And, with more a 16 percent increase in students attending the five local colleges and universities, there's a skilled workforce, just waiting for you. As a job seeker looking to work in the area, you'll be working along side a quality team at some of the world's largest and most respected healthcare, retail, utility, financial services and research firms. Plus, we're a hotbed of small businesses supported by entrepreneurial spirit.
It's about building your business with the right employees. Here are the resources you need to help find and retain that workforce. Utilize OwensboroWorks.com to find the talent to fit your needs.
Finding that ideal job takes connections. Check here for resources that will link you to jobs, internships and important tips.
The Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corp. works to increase the quantity and quality of our workforce. Click here for more information.
OwensboroWorks.com offers existing businesses, relocating companies, and small start-ups access to the region’s most valuable commodity—our people! Owensboro Works is a unique tool to assist employers, job seekers, and economic development officials to build the workforce of the future. Click here for more information.
Postsecondary institutions in the Greater Owensboro Labor Market Area continue to see growth in enrollment and the number of degrees awarded at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Overall postsecondary enrollment is up sixteen percent between the Fall semesters of the 2000-01 and 2004-05 academic years. The greatest increases occurred at the associate degree program level or below (including certificates) signaling the beginning of significant change in educational activity and attainment in Owensboro. Click here for additional information about colleges, universities, and elementary and secondary education in Greater Owensboro.
Greater Owensboro is The Learning Community- Learning is the key to our success at work and in life. In today’s world, lifelong learning is more important than ever. The Learning Community is a grassroots campaign to engage the Greater Owensboro community in learning for life. We believe learning is the key to our community’s economic future and our residents’ quality of life.
GENERAL INFORMATION
2010 Area Wage and Benefit Survey
Workforce Overview for Daviess County and Greater Owensboro MSA
Includes quick facts regarding labor availability, unemployment rates, commuting patterns, and weekly wages.
Four-page Owensboro profile based on the 2000 census: Selected Demographics (DP1), Social (DP2), Economic (DP3), and Housing (DP4) characteristics are included. PDF File
Greater Owensboro Workforce Profile
Get a quick overview and print out customized reports: Click Here
Green River Area Workforce Report
This report provides a much more detailed analysis of the most recent workforce patterns in the Green River Development District, of which Greater Owensboro is a part. Click here for more information.
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