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A pivotal study is underway to determine if DNR wildland and aviation firefighters should be included in the LEFT Plan 2, sparking intense debate among trustees about job classifications and eligibility.

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Board begins legislative study on adding DNR wildland and aviation firefighters to LEFT Plan 2
The board launched a legislative study directed by the operating budget to evaluate whether certain DNR wildland and aviation firefighters should be included in LEFT Plan 2; staff will return with a job-by-job mapping to NWCG red-card certification, actuarial injury and cost analyses, and suggested 'bright-line' definitions.
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October 22, 2026 at 2:46 AM
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Guilford County Schools' latest compensation study reveals a stark pay gap in key technical and central-office roles, raising questions about how to attract and retain talent.

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Committee review finds mixed competitiveness in market compensation study; facilities and admin roles lag
The Budget and Finance Committee reviewed an MGT market compensation study that found many school‑based roles roughly competitive but significant pay gaps for facilities, operations and several central‑office technical and administrative positions; staff will return with focused options for budget planning.
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October 20, 2026 at 8:16 PM
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Worcester's Advisory Committee is taking a bold step towards workforce equity by urging the city manager to partner with the Boston Women’s Workforce Council for crucial data collection!

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Advisory committee votes to ask Worcester City manager to pursue Boston Women’s Workforce Council data partnership
Vice Chair Stephanie Silva moved and the committee unanimously approved a recommendation to the city manager to support implementing data work from the Boston Women’s Workforce Council after a well-received local presentation; staff will draft a memo for member edits.
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October 14, 2026 at 6:35 PM
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A new report reveals that 86% of city positions are at or above market pay, but a proposed pay plan overhaul could cost taxpayers anywhere from $2.2 million to $44 million annually!

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City staff back consolidated pay plans after Baker Tilly review; Scenario 5 proposed for 2027 budget
Baker Tilly presented a citywide classification and compensation study showing 86% of benchmarked positions at or above market. City HR recommended implementing a consolidated Scenario 5 to improve internal equity and reduce plan complexity; staff warned costs vary by placement approach and will require bargaining‑unit negotiation where applicable.
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October 8, 2026 at 6:42 AM
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📧 Let’s build your dream team! Contact the Talent Services Team at talentservices@graceinstitute.org or send us a message.

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September 30, 2026 at 7:07 PM
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Concord's Personnel Board just approved a groundbreaking pay raise, allowing experienced detail workers to earn up to $70 an hour, leveling the playing field with neighboring communities!

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Personnel Board approves new pay ranges for traffic and special police officers, sets top rate at $70 for experienced detail workers
After testimony from retired officers and a police captain, the Personnel Board voted unanimously to update the miscellaneous compensation schedule, expanding ranges so experienced special police and traffic officers can be paid up to $70 per hour; staff were directed to build a matrix and timeline for implementation.
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September 20, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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Mayor Farrell unveiled a balanced 2027-28 budget with no new taxes, but is cautioning about significant fiscal challenges ahead.

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Mayor Farrell presents balanced 2027-28 budget with no new taxes, warns of headwinds
Mayor Farrell presented a balanced biennial budget that avoids new taxes, funds reserves, includes market adjustments and 2% COLAs for nonrepresented staff, while flagging a $2.5M annual debt service for a new maintenance facility, $500K loss from Wild Waves closure, lower REET and insurance increases.
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September 18, 2026 at 9:59 AM
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Labor Day is a good time to ask: are we building an economy where work actually works for everyone? Every worker deserves a good job. That's what we're working toward. Happy Labor Day. #LaborDay #WorkforceEquity
September 7, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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August 27, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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Amarillo's council is gearing up for a pivotal decision on a 3% cost-of-living adjustment and a targeted pay study that could reshape employee compensation!

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Council leans toward a staff‑recommended 3% COLA plus targeted pay‑study work
After long debate over merit vs. across‑the‑board raises, council signaled support for staff's recommendation to prioritize a 3% cost‑of‑living adjustment funded from recurring available funds and to pursue a phased pay study to address pay‑range compression and critical positions.
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August 14, 2026 at 4:18 PM
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🎉 Celebrating Christine Aurigemma!

Through BIT’s Digital Accessibility Analyst course, Christine deepened her expertise in WCAG and assistive tech. Today, she leads accessibility strategy at scale.

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Funded by U.S. Department of Education, Grant H421F240171
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February 13, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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As Cyber Monday wraps up, we’re gearing up for Giving Tuesday.

Your support helps career seekers move from training to certification to long-term employment. 🎓💼

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December 1, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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Join BIT's VP of Operations, Kristy Schenderlein, for our Employer Partner Q&A series. Learn how the BIT Apprenticeship Program matches talented professionals with disabilities to employers' needs.

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November 18, 2025 at 2:58 PM
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The newest edition of the BIT newsletter is live! 🌐

✅ New partnerships
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October 1, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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Honored to be Softchoice's Orange Classic beneficiary 4 years running!⛳️

Kristy, Taylor & Mike joined the blinders challenge 👀🦅 — raising funds + awareness for professionals with disabilities.

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September 16, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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Big changes are coming for Teamsters in Madison as they negotiate earlier access to vacation benefits, leveling the playing field with General Municipal Employees!

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Metro Teamsters Negotiate Vacation Benefit Adjustments Compared to General Municipal Employees
Metro Teamsters secure earlier vacation benefits than General Municipal Employees through negotiations.
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September 30, 2025 at 9:28 AM
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Bonner County officials are debating a $400 weekly on-call pay for attorneys, highlighting the intense pressures and responsibilities faced by legal staff after hours.

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Board Considers $400 Weekly On-Call Pay for Prosecutor's Office Attorneys
The board evaluates compensation for attorneys handling on-call legal duties each week.
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August 4, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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📧 Let’s build your dream team! Contact the Talent Services Team at talentservices@graceinstitute.org or send us a message.

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May 13, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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March 16, 2026 at 5:09 PM
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Opportunity is ROI.

For every $1 invested in AbilityOne, companies see an average $2.66 return, with ROI reaching $4.40.

Smart leaders know this is not charity. It is strategy.

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August 21, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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Kennewick's City Council is tackling the pressing issue of a proposed minimum wage hike to $26, sparking debates over fair pay and employee retention amid market comparisons.

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Kennewick City Council discusses $26 minimum wage and peer comparison challenges
Council evaluates wage increases amid concerns about market peer comparisons and employee retention.
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April 9, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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Blind advocate Judy Jones passionately argues that a driver's license shouldn't be a barrier to employment, emphasizing that many capable individuals are unfairly excluded from job opportunities.

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Blind advocate Judy Jones urges support for HB 1402 to eliminate driver's license job requirement
Blind individuals seek support for HB 1402 to eliminate driver's license requirement in hiring.
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January 29, 2025 at 11:43 PM
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Black women are redefining the workforce with resilience and creativity, tackling challenges and advocating for equitable policies while navigating the evolving landscape of AI.

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Imani Mixon Discusses Mentorship and Creative Solutions for Black Women in Workforce
Imani Mixon emphasizes mentorship and creativity for Black women's success in the workforce.
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August 26, 2025 at 5:06 AM
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Kentucky's new House Bill 714 could transform retirement for public employees by allowing them to buy back service time from as far back as 1956—will it secure the future for dedicated workers or strain the pension system?

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Kentucky retirement guidelines expand eligibility for past and out-of-state service
Kentucky updates retirement rules allowing purchase of past and out-of-state service credits
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February 20, 2025 at 11:52 PM