CNBC Ranks Florida's Workforce No. 1 in the U.S. 

Florida was again named No. 1 in the nation for Workforce in CNBC’s 2010 America’s Top States for Business rankings, marking the second time in three years the Sunshine State has taken the top spot in the workforce category.

The rankings are a study of all 50 states that examines 10 different categories, including workforce, to measure each stat’s ability to attract businesses. To read Governor Charlie Crist’s announcement, please click here.

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Federal Income Tax Refund
Working families and individuals who are employed and have a low or moderate income may be eligible to receive an EITC-based return. In addition to helping qualified residents, the EITC has the potential to introduce millions of dollars to Florida’s economy at no cost to the State. For more information on the Earned Income Tax Credit, please click here.

Haiti Positions Available on Employ Florida Marketplace
If you are looking for job opportunities or are interested in assisting with the cleanup efforts in Haiti, please use keyword search term “Haiti” on EmployFlorida.com to find these open positions.

Unemployment Filing
Recently unemployed and unsure of how to file an Unemployment Claim? This AWI video may help:
http://www.floridajobs.org/unemployment/How_to_File/index.htm

Please click below to view the latest information on Women's Earnings:

Women's Earnings in Florida - 2008 
Women's Earnings and State Comparisons 

View the results of the Marine Workforce Study to:
• determine the labor needs of the Southeast Florida marine industry;
• determine which skills will be needed now and in the future;
• identify factors affecting change in the marine industry;
• determine what formal training and training preferences are needed; and
• provide a base for future studies and actions for the marine industry.

Download the Marine_Workforce_Study
Download the Marine_Workforce_Executive_Summary

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 View an Award Winning Marine Industry DVD entitled "Navigate Your Career".

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Housing Affordability Trends for Working Households Report
Examines the severe housing cost burden trends from 2005-2008. 
Please click link to download full report: 2009 Housing Affordability Trend Report