Sure, Job Service North Dakota does a lot to help people search for a job that fits them like a glove, but did you know that JSND does just as much for businesses and employers? This week at The Job Pod, Dusty brings in some of his coworkers from across the state to talk about all of the services and opportunities we offer to employers to make it all easier. Listen to Julie Rostberg from the Fargo office, Aimee Kovash from the Dickinson office, and Fran Zerr from our Williston office talk about the efforts Job Service makes to help employers hire hard workers who stand out!

This week on The Job Pod, Dusty brings in some aviation experts to be his wingmen. Haha, get it? That's why I make the big bucks. Listen in as Nick Flom, Executive Director of the Great Plains Unmanned Test Site and Doug McDonalds, a member of Flight Ops for ISight RPV Services discuss the rapidly evolving world of aviation and transportation, and how you can get involved!

Restaurants, Hotels, and Event Venues pride themselves on their ability to interact with new faces every day, and Dusty's been behind a microphone for too long, so this week's guests from those industries are happy to give him some pointers about leaving a lasting impression. Listen to Jonathon Holth of The Toasted Frog and Urban Stamped Coffee Shop, Anna Rosburg of the Alerus Center under Spectra Venue Management and Clare Albrecht of National Hospitality Services discuss COVID's effect on their businesses, the unpredictability of customer service, and the key to successful work in their field. Spoiler: It's willingness to learn!

Here at the Job Pod, Dusty likes to think he's top dog, so we brought in some guests from various levels of government employment to humble and humor our gracious lovable host. Our guests this week include Pat Bertagnolli, the Watford City Community Enhancement Director, Leanna Schmidt of Human Resources Management in the state of North Dakota, and Air Force Civilian Personnel Officers Joan Beardsely and Suong Willson in Minot. Join us as Dusty and friends discuss serving communities in the public sector and the highs and lows of government work.

The IT industry is evolving more quickly than ever, and women in the industry are a crucial aspect of that development. This week's guest is Megan Erovick, Senior Software Developer for WEX Health Inc. in Fargo. Join Dusty and Megan as they discuss the fast-paced environment of the IT industry, from education and training to becoming a part of a business that fits your desired area of expertise.

Did you know Job Service offers Priority of Serve to all United States Military Veterans and their spouses? It's only one of many benefits Veterans have at Job Service. This week, Dusty talks with our team of Disabled Veterans Outreach Specialists, or DVOPs, about the variety of ways Job Service can help Veterans transition into civilian jobs or find a new job or career years after discharge. 

North Dakota currently has more than 2000 Job openings in the healthcare industry - the largest in the state. Adam Broers of Bethany Retirement Living joins Dusty to discuss the variety of different career paths in - and related to - healthcare.

Dusty's guest today is Luke Sabin of Scherr's Cabinet & Doors in Minot. They discuss the importance of teamwork in manufacturing, the great variety of manufacturing businesses in North Dakota, and what makes someone a great fit for a manufacturing job. 

The Construction Industry in North Dakota is always hiring... because there are SO MANY opportunities in this field of work Join Dusty and his guests Keith Schmaltz of Northwest Contracting in Bismarck and Rick Holweger of Northern Improverment Co. in Fargo. They discuss the different ways you can get into a career in construction and what kind of mobility exists in the industry.

Dusty hosts three of his fellow Workforce Center Managers, Becky Lankow, Amy Arenz and Mary Urlacher, to talk about the many ways Job Service serves North Dakotans.