Resources

The BEA of the U.S. Department of Commerce promotes a better understanding of the U.S. economy by providing the most timely, relevant, and accurate economic accounts data in an objective and cost-effective manner.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) of the U.S. Department of Labor is the principal federal agency responsible for measuring labor market activity, working conditions, and price changes in the economy.

The Economic Policy Institute (EPI) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank created in 1986 to include the needs of low- and middle-income workers in economic policy discussions.

Part of the Department of Labor that provides regulations, forms, guidance, posters and forms for employers about the FMLA.

A detailed analysis of the Jefferson-Franklin regional workforce and the labor market needs of its employers, including regional workforce characteristics as well as key challenges and priority issues.

A federation of unions in Missouri that are affiliated with the national American Federation of Labor – Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO).

The Missouri AFL-CIO Dislocated Worker Program staff can arrange for a Surviving Layoff Workshop to be held for laid off workers before or after the layoff has occurred.

Labor, Taxes, and Records - State Agencies

The Missouri Division of Workforce Development provides various workforce development and employment related programs, products, and services for businesses and job seekers.

MERIC is the research division for the Missouri Department of Economic Development. They provide analyses and assistance to policymakers and the public, including studies of the state’s economic trends, targeted industries, and labor markets.

Missouri General Assembly website includes state statutes, elected officials, legislature, hearings, bill search and legal codes.

Registered Apprenticeship is a highly flexible “earn while you learn” training model for employment that pays more as a worker (apprentice) reaches higher productivity levels. Registered Apprenticeship combines employer-driven job-related instruction with extensive on-the-job learning under the supervision of a trade professional.

Despite evidence showing the value of pursuing CTE opportunities and their prevalence across the state, perceptions of past vocational programs still impact current CTE efforts. This report presents the key results of a survey on how Missourians view CTE.

The Workforce Solutions Group of St. Louis Community College offers programs and services designed to advance people, businesses and communities. Workforce Solutions Group units include Corporate Services, Continuing Education and Community Services.

The UMSL Labor Studies Certificate Program is a six course, academic accredited program that provides a basic background and history along with the skills needed to deal with the ever-changing U.S. workplace and economy.

Conducted by University of Missouri Extension, this assessment highlights the jobs that food, agriculture and forestry employers must fill over the next decade and their priority workforce challenges.