Smarter Workforce Solutions = Stronger Local Economy

As the City’s Workforce Development Board, Philadelphia Works develops and manages smart workforce solutions that respond to business needs and increase economic opportunity for all Philadelphia residents.

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2023-2024 High Priority Occupations List

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Workforce System has established High Priority Occupations (HPOs) as one component of Pennsylvania’s industry-driven approach to workforce development. The purpose of

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Current Labor Market Conditions

This dashboard provides the most up-to-date, high-level look at Philadelphia’s labor market. State, federal, and private data sources help us understand how our local economy and workforce are performing over time.

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Learn how we help our workforce “Thrive!” with the PhilaWorks’ monthly newsletter

Innovation is key to creating an agile and responsive workforce system. Stay up-to-date with news, Labor Market reports, and other workforce updates from Philadelphia Works. Read Thrive! April

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Learn how we help our workforce “Thrive!” with the PhilaWorks’ monthly newsletter

Innovation is key to creating an agile and responsive workforce system. Stay up-to-date with news, Labor Market reports, and other workforce updates from Philadelphia Works. Read Thrive! January. 

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Philadelphia Works
Congratulations to Patrick Clancy, President & CEO of Philadelphia Works, on earning a spot on City & State PA's Labor 100 list! This reputable list highlights labor industry leaders who strive to maintain the Commonwealth of PA as a beacon of opportunity and stronghold of organized labor. A round of applause for Patrick and the entire 2023 Labor Power 100! ... See MoreSee Less
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1 week ago

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Today, H. Patrick Clancy, esteemed President and CEO of Philadelphia Works, moderated an engaging discussion at the Filling the Gap - Workforce Development event, presented by Citizens. The event delivered, as it tackled the unique challenges and opportunities facing our city as we strive to build the workforce of the future.The leadership and devotion to workforce development from Citizens, Philadelphia Works, Philadelphia Business Journal, Community College of Philadelphia, The Wistar Institute, Philadelphia OIC, University of Pennsylvania, and Holt Logistics Corp continue to transform and steer Philadelphia towards a future of economic success globally.Follow these organizations and leaders as they continue to pave the way for Philly to have this generation's most viable economic and labor markets. ... See MoreSee Less
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1 week ago

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⚡News Flash, Philly!⚡ Our region is making its mark at the ETA Vision 2030 Workforce Convening. 🚀Meet our Philly representatives: Nicholas Beadle from the U.S. Department of Labor, Patrick Clancy of Philadelphia Works, Lily Reynolds from The City of Philadelphia Office of Transportation, Infrastructure, and Sustainability, and Evan Weiss from the Newark Alliance, who have amplified our voice in these crucial conversations!A hot topic? 🔥 The promise of leveraging infrastructure investments for workforce development. A bold potential game-changer for us in the #cityofbrotherlylove, ensuring jobs of quality and inclusivity, especially for those too often overlooked. 🌆Let's champion this spirit of out-of-the-box, transformative thinking as we bring#etavision2030n2030 to life, shaping the wa#qualityjobsforallorAll through s#infrastructurecture strategies#philadelphiaworksW#EconomicOpportunityForAllorAll ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

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Join us with HHeather R. Younger, Keynote Speaker Bestselling author and CEO of EEmployee Fanatix for our first regional WedTalk (Workforce & Economic Development), coordinated by the Bucks County WDB, Inclusion: Reimagining a New & Better Workplace on September 20th @ 9 am! Learn communication strategies that help create a safe and welcoming workplace that honors diverse experiences and perspectives and fosters inclusion among all teams! Register now at www.BucksCounty.gov/WedTalks #WedTalk #Inclusion #Reimagining #newandbetterworkplace ... See MoreSee Less
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1 month ago

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In Philadelphia, June witnessed an increased unemployment rate combined with a reduced number of employed individuals and unique job postings, suggesting a more challenging job market for Philadelphians during this period.Philadelphia's economic landscape is rapidly evolving, and there are a lot of new trends to keep track of! Check out the most current labor market conditions in Philly and use the data insight to plan for #careersre#businessin#futureuture. philaworks.org/current-labor-market-conditi#labormarketa#phillyh#workforcedevelopmentp#DataDrivenInsightsights ... See MoreSee Less
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As a system, we develop and implement innovative programs that help increase the understanding and access to the many public resources available to Philadelphia’s residents and businesses. We are proud of the many people and businesses we have successfully helped along the way.

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