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ASA: Third Quarter Staffing Employment Returns to Prerecession Levels

U.S. staffing companies employed an average of 3.26 million temporary and contract workers per week in the third quarter of 2014, up 6.1% from the same period in 2013, according to data released today by the American Staffing Association.

“Staffing industry employment has returned to prerecession levels as businesses continue to increase the size of their flexible and permanent workforces in response to sustained increases in demand for their products and services,” says Richard Wahlquist, ASA president and chief executive officer. “And, with 4.8 million job openings in the U.S., we see a lot of opportunity for job seekers with marketable skills.”

Jobless Claims in U.S. Decreased 3,000 Last Week to 294,000

Bloomberg (12/11/14) Victoria Stilwell

The number of people applying for unemployment benefits in the week ended Dec. 6 declined by 3,000 to 294,000, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Economists surveyed by Bloomberg had forecast claims of 297,000. The four-week moving average of new claims was little changed, climbing 250 to 299,250.

Free ASA Webinar This Month—The Facts About Payroll Cards

If your staffing firm uses a payroll card program, you probably know that these payment systems are under intense scrutiny by regulators and consumer advocates. Attorney Gerald Maatman Jr. of Seyfarth Shaw LLP will offer advice on avoiding and defending against lawsuits and regulatory enforcement proceedings during the ASA webinar “Payroll Cards—What Staffing Firms Need to Know.” It takes place Thursday, Dec. 18, 3–4 p.m. Eastern time.

All ASA webinars are free for ASA members, and most qualify for continuing education hours toward ASA certification renewal. To learn more and to register, visit americanstaffing.net.