1. 1 Using Real-Time Data to Help Define WIOA In-Demand Occupations and Industries Presented by: Shannon Ramaeker LMI Project Manager November 19, 2015

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5. WIOA Requirements

6. WIOA Emphasizes In-Demand Data “In-Demand” References to “In-Demand” Industry Sectors and Occupations References to “Labor Market” 81 119 Docket No. ETA-2015-0001 RIN: 1205-AB73 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act; Notice of Proposed Rulemaking

7. WIOA Emphasizes Use of Labor Market Information (LMI) States are encouraged to use funds to develop and disseminate workforce and labor market information (WLMI). Knowledge pertaining to the socio-economic factors influencing the employment, training, and business decisions in national, State, sub-State, and local labor market areas. These factors, which affect labor demand-supply relationships, worker preparation, and educational program offerings, also define the content of the WLMI programs and system. Employment statistics information includes job listing information, job skills information, and demand occupation information.

8. “In-Demand” Defined (WIOA) In-Demand Industry Sector or Occupation means: … has or is projected to have a number of positions (including positions that lead to economic self-sufficiency and opportunities for advancement) in an industry sector so as to have a significant impact on the State, regional, or local economy, as appropriate. Industry Sector Occupation

9. In-Demand Services Alignment Regional and Local Planning - must consider local and regional occupations that are in-demand Employment Opportunities - must focus on in-demand occupations with a sustainable living wage Program Planning - training programs must include skills and credentials of in-demand occupations and industries State and Local Board Members - must represent local and regional in-demand occupations and industries Services and Activities Must Align with In-Demand Occupations and Industries:

10. LMI for State and Local Plans Contains a Regional Analysis of economic conditions including existing and emerging in-demand industry sectors and occupations. Employment needs of employers in existing and emerging in- demand industry sectors and occupations. Knowledge and skills needed to meet the employment needs of the employers in the region, including employment needs in in- demand industry sectors and occupations. An analysis of the regional workforce, including: current labor force employment and unemployment data information on labor market trends educational and skill levels of the workforce, including individuals with barriers to employment.

11. Ways of Determining In-Demand Occupations and Industries Custom Employer Surveys – Expensive, difficult to conduct. Age immediately they are completed. Can provide an accurate picture of a point in time. Traditional LMI – Survey based. Usually very precise, utilize rigorous sampling criteria and careful sampling frames. Data can lag. Real-Time LMI – Data is as recent as yesterday. Not as rigorous as surveyed data. Issues of representation and duplicate postings.

12. Measures of Occupation & Industry Demand Total Employment – Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) Program Annual Percentage Change in Openings – Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) Program Total Annual Openings – Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) Program and QCEW Advertised Jobs – Real-time job postings Advertised Resumes – Real- time online resumes

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