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Q. How do I list a job opening? <Return to Top>
A. You may enter the job opening directly on our Job Match System. You must be registered with New Hampshire Employment Security to post a job opening. You may contact your New Hampshire Employment Security Local Office by telephone, fax, letter or in person.
Q. What is NH WORKS? <Return to Top>
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NH WORKS is the name of the One-Stop System. It is a partnership of "One-Stop" agencies working together to bring you information, resources and services about employment, the labor market, training, and supportive services all in one place. The services are available within the NH WORKS Resource Centers: located within the 13 NH Employment Security offices, libraries, Vocational Rehabilitation, the NH Community Technical College System, and Community Action offices throughout the state.

NH WORKS is a Web site full of workforce and supportive service information and links to other sites. It includes free services and information for employers. It also provides free services, resources, tools and information to help job seekers get back to work, change jobs, find a better job, or enter the labor market for the first time by assisting them with information and services that will help them remove barriers to employment.

The NH WORKS Website address is www.nhworks.org NH WORKS Partner Agencies include:

Community Action Association
NH Community Technical College System
Dept. of Education
NH Dept. of Vocational Rehabilitation
Dept. of Health & Human Services
Dept. of Labor
Dept of Resources & Economic Development
NH Employment Security
NH State Library
Senior Community Service Employment Prog.
Workforce Opportunity Council, Inc.

Free services, resources, tools, & information include for employers include:

On-The-Job-Training/Classroom Training
Work Opportunity Tax Credit Program
Workforce and Economic Development Assistance
Referral to Supportive & Community Services
Training for Youth
Apprenticeship/Insights into Industry
Assistance with Unemployment Compensation Taxes
New Hire Reporting
Trade Adjustment Assistance
Assistance with recruitment and referral of job applicants
Economic & Labor Market Information
Job Match System
Free Employer Seminars

In addition, NH Employment Security can assist you through their Employment Service Representatives. They can provide you with information and publications, network for you, refer you to other government agencies and assist with your job orders. The NH Department of Resources and Economic Development can assist you by providing one-on-one information and services through the New Hampshire Business Resource Center.

Q. What is the Job Match System? <Return to Top>
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The Job Match System is New Hampshire Employment Security's Job Matching Service. The Job Match System brings you direct access to the labor pool. Using the Job Match System you can: view applicant resumes, enter your job openings, and match your openings to qualified applicants based on skill sets.

For additional information about the Job Match System you may contact your local office. For technical assistance you may call (603) 228-4086, TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964, email, or mail your request to New Hampshire Employment Security; 32 So. Main St.; ATTN: Operations; Concord, NH 03301.
Q. Can I tailor the job listing to my specific needs? <Return to Top>
A. Yes, you may specify items such as: experience level, education level, # of referrals, and length of time the job listing remains open. The job matching system will match applicants with employer job listings using skills, job requirements, or other related data. You will receive a list of qualified applicants. In addition to a list of applicants, the employer receives a letter requesting results. Also, the matching system gives employers the opportunity to view applicant skill sets and the ability to call those applicants that best qualify for the job. You may make changes to your job opening at any time. All requests must comply with "Americans with Disabilities Act" (ADA) and "Equal Employment Opportunity" (EEO) regulations.
Q. Is there a fee for any of these services? <Return to Top>
A. No, the administration of these services is funded through your Federal Unemployment Tax. These services are available to all employers to include private employers, nonprofit agencies and the public sector.
Q. What services are available for Employers? <Return to Top>
A. Each local office is dedicated to providing the employer with one-on-one customer service. The office assists employers with on-site recruiting, attends job fairs, and conducts Employer Seminars. They also make personal visits to provide technical services, and information on labor market conditions, unemployment compensation and employment and training programs. In addition, NHES assists employers with mass recruitment when you have a large number of openings to fill. We are available to provide services at your place of business. Or if you need a facility in which to conduct interviews, we can accommodate your requirements with the availability of our conference rooms.
Q. What information can I gain from attending an Employer Seminar? <Return to Top>
A. Current information on State and Federal Legislation is presented at an employer seminar. Also, a variety of topics are periodically presented by guest speakers from appropriate agencies covering tax laws, worker's compensation updates, New Hire Law information, and Welfare to Work programs. Contact your local office for information on employer seminars in your area. In addition, you may request specific topics to be presented at future seminars.
Q. In the event of a lay off, what additional services are available? <Return to Top>
A. If a lay off becomes necessary, we can provide specialized services for your employees. These services are free and help your employees with the entire job search process, as well as provide information on unemployment compensation. When necessary, a Rapid Response Team can provide employee briefings at the employer's site. This team consists of representatives from NHES, the Workforce Opportunity Council (WOC, Inc.), Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Community Action Program/Southern NH Services, Dept. of Resources and Economic Development and State of NH Vocational Rehabilitation. They provide information on the full range of services available free of charge to assist your employees.
Q. What special programs are available to employees laid off due to the impact of increased foreign imports? <Return to Top>
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When your company has been certified by the U.S. Dept of Labor under the Trade Act program, Trade Adjustment Assistance may be available to help your employees prepare for and obtain suitable employment.

Some of these benefits include:

On-the-Job or Classroom Training
A Job Search Allowance
A Relocation Allowance
Other Reemployment Services

Q. What hiring incentives are available to employers? <Return to Top>
A. Special State & Federal Programs are available to provide incentives to employers when hiring certain individuals. Some of these programs include "Work Opportunities Tax Credit" (WOTC)Adobe Acrobat, " Apprenticeships, Trade Act On-the-Job (OJT) and the New Hampshire Employment Program Adobe Acrobat. For additional information regarding these programs, contact your local office.
Q. What is WOTC? <Return to Top>
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The Work Opportunity Tax Credit is a federal program administered by NHES that provides a monetary incentive for employers to hire from certain target groups. You may save up to $2,400 using this program. A complete packet of forms and instructions can be obtained by calling the WOTC Coordinator at (603) 228-4079. View or download the WOTC fact sheet Adobe Acrobat.

(Funding pending legislative approval. Contact WOTC Coordinator for availability of program.)
Q. What is the Apprenticeship Program? <Return to Top>
A. NHES works in coordination with the U.S. Dept of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship & Training to assist employers in developing performance standards and establishing apprenticeship programs. This program combines classroom training with on-the-job work experience and results in employment. Contact the Office of Apprenticeship & Training at (603) 225-1444 or your local office.
Q. Are there programs available for Youth? <Return to Top>
A. NHES has initiated a new program just for youth, called the Youth Employment Service Program (YES). Find out more at  www.nh.gov/nhes/youth/youth_program.htm. In addition, the NH Department of Labor has a Registered Youth Apprenticeship Program which allows a student with a demonstrated career interest to begin pursuing a career while still in high school.
Q. What is the New Hampshire Employment Program (NHEP)? <Return to Top>
A. The New Hampshire Employment Program (NHEP) is designed to transition recipients from welfare to work. A variety of training opportunities are available under this program. For more information you should contact one of the NHEP Team Members at your local office.

 
 
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