Illinois, whose 6.9 percent unemployment rate is above the national average of 6.1, is partnering with CareerBuilder to launch Illinois WorkNet, a state-run web site that will connect citizens to job openings.
Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevish issued this state regarding the new site:
I know that Illinoisans are suffering. We see evidence of that everyday as families make difficult decisions about budgeting their money, how to get by while they look for a new job, or how to ensure that their children have opportunities in this tough economy. While our state cannot fix the mistakes made by those on Wall Street and in Washington, we do offer services to help families through a difficult time. During Illinois Workforce Week, I want to make sure that Illinoisans know that they can get help through services like Illinois workNet, All Kids, and LIHEAP.
Employment officials working with the state aim to link job seekers with openings in the state’s four highest-growth industries: health care, information technology, manufacturing and transportation, distribution and logistics.
As of Monday afternoon, the CareerBuilder site listed at least 15,000 job openings.
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