February 2014: Dramatic increase in professional services jobs
March 12, 2014
Bureau of Labor and Statistics — most industries held steady in their employment rates. Only a handful of industries saw great leaps in new jobs. Approximately 10.5 million people remain unemployed.
- In February, the number of people considered “long term” unemployed — those who have been unemployed for 27 consecutive weeks — increased by 203,000. The total number of long-term unemployed is 3.8 million; this number has trended downward over the past year.
- The professional and business services category saw great leaps, with 79,000 new jobs in accounting, bookkeeping and temporary help. This substantial increase in jobs may be due to the onset of tax season. Over the last 12 months, this industry saw an average monthly increase of 56,000 jobs.
- The food and beverage service industry also saw an increase, with 21,000 new jobs added. However, in the 12 months prior, this industry was seeing an average of 27,000 new jobs per month being added.
- Construction, wholesale trade and health care all saw slight increases in the number of available jobs, though no significant changes were noted.
- Many industries saw little to no change, including government, financial, retail trade, manufacturing and transportation.
- The only industry that saw any kind of significant hit was information, which lost 16,000 jobs in February, mostly within motion picture and sound recording businesses (less 14,000 jobs).
You May Also Like
Check out these additional posts from Mind Your Business.
Significance of PBSA Accreditation in Screening
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, informed hiring choices are paramount. Opting for a background screening firm that upholds rigorous standards of professionalism and integrity, exemplified by PBSA accreditation, is indispensable amid a plethora of options. What is PBSA Accreditation? PBSA, the governing body setting industry benchmarks for background screening firms, grants accreditation following a…
Read More Why Are Continuous Background Checks in Employee Management Important?
Employee management is a difficult and stressful task for many businesses. But there’s a great tool that keeps workplaces safe, trustworthy, and compliant – ongoing background checks. Let’s take a look at what makes them so helpful, how they work in real life, and why they’re so important for maintaining a secure work environment. What…
Read More 
Choosing the Right Background Check Provider for Continuous Background Checks
With continuous background checks, the importance of selecting the right provider cannot be overstated. The decision to integrate continuous monitoring into an organization’s processes comes with the responsibility of choosing a background check provider that aligns seamlessly with the unique needs and values of the organization. Let’s explore the key considerations in selecting the ideal…
Read More Quality and Precise Results, On Time!
Let us know about your screening needs to get a custom quote. We work with businesses big and small as well as the government. Which means we have a package of solutions for your organization as well.