Alaska's Resident Workforce Increases

A large number of nonresident workers are hired in Alaska every year, creating a negative impact on the Alaska economy. Employers hire nonresidents to work in Alaska for many legitimate reasons. However, too often employers assume that no qualified workers are available in Alaska, and therefore, they don't even attempt to hire here. Through information, education and recruitment efforts, the Alaska Department of Labor (AKDOL) is continually working to increase the employment of Alaska workers in jobs currently filled by nonresidents.