Here are some general workforce trends that are relevant to Yavapai County.
Population Growth: Yavapai County’s population is growing; it may lead to increased demand for labor in various sectors, such as health care, education, construction and retail.
Aging Workforce: Like many areas in the United States, Yavapai County is experiencing an aging workforce as baby boomers retire. This can lead to opportunities in fields related to eldercare and health care.
Shift to Remote Work: The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of remote work. Yavapai County, like other areas, has seen an increase in remote and hybrid work options in or out of the county and state.
Technology and Innovation: As technology continues to advance, there’s a growing demand for workers with digital skills in sectors like IT, software development and data analysis.
Renewable Energy: Some regions are seeing growth in renewable energy projects, which can create job opportunities in the green energy sector.
Tourism: Yavapai County is influenced by tourism trends, as it is home to scenic natural areas and cultural attractions.
Education and Training: The labor market is evolving rapidly and has a growing demand for educational and training programs to upskill the local workforce. Our local source is ARIZONA@WORK-Yavapai County.
Healthcare and Wellness Services: With a growing population locally, healthcare and wellness services are in higher demand.
Manufacturing and Construction: The construction and manufacturing industries often reflect economic trends. An expanding economy has led to growth in these sectors. The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is impacting our area’s management growth as they attract their supply chain.
Environmental Sustainability: An increased focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility leads to new job opportunities related to environmental protection and conservation.
Currently, in Yavapai County, the workforce real-time trends include the Unemployment Rate of 3.8%, 109,620 individuals in the labor force, 48.8% labor force participation rate, annual projected growth at 1.5%, with top industries including health care, accommodation, construction, retail, administrative services, management/professional services, mining, financial/insurance, and transportation/warehousing. To learn more about real-time workforce trends, you may search many online tools such as www.oeo.az.gov, your local workforce specialists with ARIZONA@WORK-Yavapai County, and community college services. QCBN
By Teri Drew
Teri Drew is the executive director of the Yavapai County Workforce Development Board.
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