WIN Region Q3 2019 Labor Market Report

Q3 2019 July - September

WIN REGION 16-COUNTIES IN SOUTHEAST MI Q3 2019 Labor Market Report

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INTRODUCTION

16-County WIN Region | Q3 2019

Report Contents 2 - State of the Labor Market 3 - Key Findings 4 - Workforce Overview 5 - Real-Time Demand Overview Occupation Groups 12 - Agriculture 16 - Business and Finance 20 - Construction 24 - Customer Service 28 - Education 32 - Energy 36 - Engineers and Designers 40 - Health Care 44 - Information Technology 48 - Skilled Trades and Technicians 52 - Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics

About This Report The Workforce Intelligence Network for Southeast Michigan (WIN) partnership is a collaboration of Michigan Works! Agencies (MWAs) and community colleges across a 16-county region in Michigan. The counties in the WIN partnership include: Genesee, Hillsdale, Huron, Jackson, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Saint Clair, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Tuscola, Washtenaw, and Wayne, along with the City of Detroit.

This report highlights labor market information and real-time job posting data for the entire 16-county region of southeast Michigan. A workforce overview is provided within identifying key components of the area’s labor market including labor force status, demographic, and commuting data. WIN’s analysis of online job postings, a proxy for employer demand, is a pioneering method for tracking the health of the labor market. This data is used to provide a real-time demand overview, detailing posting related findings for both employers and job seekers.

WIN’s data and research team analyzes job posting data at the occupation level within eleven customized occupation groups built using specific Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes to provide more contextualized information. Occupation groups combine data for jobs with similar skillsets, educational attainment, and experience requirements, which provides a more indepth snapshot of the current labor market when compared to traditional industry data based upon North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes. Occupation outlook sections utilize these metrics to identify and display the top in-demand jobs, their entry requirements, and their earning potential. WIN produces a 16-county region report quarterly using data from all eleven occupation groups. A report focused on the city of Detroit is also produced quarterly, focusing on five occupation groups related to Detroit’s labor market.

County reports are produced annually and focus on five occupation groups chosen to reflect the labor market specific to the county.

This report analyzes data from the third quarter of 2019 in the 16-county WIN region and includes summative data for July, August, and September of 2019. All eleven occupation groups are analyzed for the WIN region.

For more information pertaining to the labor market in southeast Michigan, the custom occupation groups within this report, or any other workforce-related data projects, please visit www.WINintelligence.org or contact the data and research team directly at research@WINintelligence.org. For more information about jobseeker resources and our partners, please visit www.micareertraining.org.

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ANNUAL STATE OF THE LABOR MARKET 16-County WIN Region | Q3 2019

State of the Labor Market in the 16-County WIN Region In the third quarter of 2019, the labor force and employment figures increased in southeast Michigan. A slightly greater change in labor force than in employment caused the number of unemployed individuals to increase in the region. The unemployment rate rose from the 4.2 percent quarterly rate in Q2 2019 to the current rate of 4.6 percent in Q3 2019.

Employer demand for nearly all occupation groups analyzed by WIN grew during Q3 2019. The customer service occupation group experienced a 23 percent increase in postings and continued to report the highest demand, with nearly 90,000 job postings during the quarter.

Annual Labor Market Information The labor force in southeast Michigan continues to grow, increasing by 35,540 individuals between 2018 annual figures and the year-to-date (YTD) levels through September 2019. Employment increased by 30,428 workers between 2018 and YTD 2019. As the increase in employment accounted for most, but not all, of the sustained increase in labor force, the unemployment rate rose slightly. From an annual unemployment rate of 4.2 percent in 2018, the annual rate has risen by 0.2 percentage points to the current YTD rate of 4.4 percent in 2019 for the 16-county WIN region.

Quarterly Employer Demand Overview

Annual Labor Force, Employment, Unemployment Rate 2010–2019

Data: BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

Quarterly Posting Analysis, WIN Region Q3 2019

Data from the third quarter of 2019, including posting information from July, August, and September, showed continued expansion in employer demand levels in southeast Michigan.

There were 50,285 more postings during Q3 2019 compared to the 381,777 postings made by employers during Q2 2019, and 105,357 more than during Q3 2018.

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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QUARTERLY WORKFORCE INDICATORS

16-County WIN Region | Key Findings for Q3 2019

Employer demand grows to 432,000 jobs posted during Q3 2019, with four high-demand occupation groups experiencing at least a 20 percent jump in postings.

During Q3 2019, there were 432,062 job postings, 50,285 more than the 381,777 postings made during Q2 2019 in the 16-county WIN region. Though postings often increase throughout the year, a sustained growth of ten percent per quarter is unusual. There are over 100,000 more postings in Q3 2019 than in Q3 2018. IT employers posted just under 10,000 more advertisements between July and September than April through June, with top job Software Developers, Applications accounting for 3,000 of the new postings. For more information about quarterly job postings, see page 9.

Job postings made by employers in southeast Michigan indicate a bachelor’s degree remains the most in-demand minimum education level during Q3 2019.

Top 5 Posting Occupation Groups Q3 2019

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

Education Levels In-Demand Q3 2019

While only 55 percent of job postings identified a minimum education level, nearly half (41.6 percent) of the 236,255 postings in southeast Michigan requiring specific education indicated the need for candidates with a bachelor’s degree. Another 34.4 percent of these postings were seeking applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent. The Engineers and Designers, IT, and Business and Finance groups most frequently require college degrees. For more information about indemand minimum education levels, see each occupation group's section.

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

Annual Labor Market Data Data: BLS

During the Q3 2019, employment in the 16-county WIN region grew by 22,248 workers.

Following already strong growth in the labor force through 2019, during the third quarter participation rose even further. During Q3 2019, labor force figures were 1.2 percent greater (22,248 individuals) than in Q2 2019, and 1.7 percent greater (47,478 individuals) than in Q3 2018. The growth in labor force participants was joined by a further 22,248-worker growth in employment compared to Q2 2019. The faster growth in labor force than employment caused the unemployment rate to rise from 4.2 percent in Q2 2019 to 4.6 percent in Q3 2019. For more information about this year’s unemployment rate and other labor market indicators, see page 4.

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WORKFORCE OVERVIEW

16-County WIN Region | Labor Market Information Q3 2019

Labor Force, Employment, Unemployment Rate 1990-2019

Data: BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

Quarterly Labor Market Data Q3 2018 - Q3 2019

Note: Monthly data averaged by quarter | Data: BLS

Labor Force, Employment, and Unemployment The labor market in southeast Michigan has experienced relative stability since 2010. The labor force jumped by 34,054 workers (1.2 percent) between Q2 2019 and Q3 2019. Employment in the 16-county area also increased from Q2 2019 to Q3 2019, by 22,248 workers. More dramatically, this represents an increase of 41,442 workers (1.5 percent) over Q3 2018. With labor force increasing at a faster rate than employment, the unemployment rate increased this quarter: the quarterly unemployment rate increased by 0.4 percentage points between Q2 2019 and Q2 2019 to 4.6 percent.

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WORKFORCE OVERVIEW

16-County WIN Region | 2017 Annual Population Demographics

Population Demographics According to data from the most recent Census Bureau 2017 American Community Survey (ACS) Five Year estimates, the population in southeast Michigan increased by nearly 0.1 percent between 2016 and 2017. During 2017, 5,725,576 people were living in the region. The sex of the populace was split almost evenly, with about 51 percent of the population identifying as female, and the other 49 percent identifying as male. The majority of the population identified as white (73 percent) with the second largest number of individuals identifying as black or African American (19 percent). The region as a whole is facing an aging population; 29.2 percent of population was over the age of 55, compared to 18.3 percent under the age of 24.

5,725,576

People in the Region 0.1% Increase from 2016

Population Race Demographics

Population Gender Demographics 51% Females 49% Males

Population Age Demographics

Data: American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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WORKFORCE OVERVIEW

16-County WIN Region | 2017 Annual Labor Force Demographics

2017 Labor Force, Employment, and Unemployment Demographics

Data: American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

Labor Market Demographics During 2017, the most recent census year, there were about 2.83 million people in the labor force, meaning they were either working or looking for work, in southeast Michigan. Slightly less than half of the population of 2,608,959 individuals (45.6 percent) living in the region were actively working. The highest unemployment rates were seen in those aged 24 years old or younger. Males under the age of 19 face an unemployment rate of 24.5 percent. Black or African American job seekers also have a difficult time finding employment, facing an unemployment rate of 16.6 percent.

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WORKFORCE OVERVIEW

16-County WIN Region | 2019 Annual Working Population Demographics

Current Workforce Demographics While the Census Bureau data is lagged by about two years, Emsi uses predictive modeling to estimate workforce information for the previous year, allowing for more current analysis. So far in 2019, there are a total of 2,693,742 individuals working in southeast Michigan. A slight majority (52 percent or 1,379,319 workers) were male, while 48 percent (1,290,758 workers) of the workforce was female. Most of those working in the region were white, accounting for 74.5 percent of the workforce, while African American or black workers accounted for 15.5 percent of the workforce. Those identifying as having a Hispanic or Latino ethnicity accounted for 4.0 percent. Only 13 percent of workers were under the age of 25 compared to 23 percent over the age of 55, indicating an aging workforce in southeast Michigan.

Workforce Race and Ethnicity Demographics

Workforce Gender Demographics 52% Males 48% Females

Workforce Age Demographics

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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WORKFORCE OVERVIEW

16-County WIN Region | 2015 Regional Commuting Patterns

Regional Commuting Patterns According to the most recent OnTheMap data set available from the Census Bureau, during 2015, the region's workforce consisted of 2,295,900 residents. 2,088,193 (91.0 percent) of the residents lived and worked within the 16-county region, while the remaining 207,707 residents (9.0 percent) traveled outside of the region for work. There were 2,269,629 workers employed in the region during 2015. Of those, 181,436 workers (8.0 percent) lived outside of the region's borders and commuted in. From this information, we can see that the southeast Michigan area is a net exporter of jobs, with more workers leaving the area for employment than inwardly commuting.

Where 16-County WIN Region Residents Work

1 Where 16-County WIN Region Workers Live

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Data: U.S. Census OnTheMap, 2015 Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

181,436 Live Outside of the 16 County WIN Partnership and Commute In

Data: U.S. Census OnTheMap, 2015 Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

2,088,193 Live and Work in the 16 County WIN Partnership

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Live in the 16 County WIN Partnership and Commute Out

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REAL-TIME DEMAND OVERVIEW

16-County WIN Region | Top Posted Jobs | Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs: Q3 2019 Despite a decline in postings, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers remained the highest indemand occupation for the first three quarters of 2019, with 30,838 online job postings. Of the top five overall in-demand occupations, two typically require a bachelor’s degree for entry.

Registered Nurses (27,406 postings) and Software Developers, Applications (12,635 postings) also offer higher wages than many top jobs. Customer service occupations round out the remaining top five posted jobs with First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers (12,356 postings) and Retail Salespersons (12,112 postings). Customer Service Representatives (8,764 postings) were also in high demand during Q3 2019.

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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REAL-TIME DEMAND OVERVIEW

16-County WIN Region | Top Posted Entry-Level Jobs | Q3 2019

Top Posted Entry-Level Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Entry-Level Jobs: Q3 2019 Over a quarter of overall postings in the region, or 113,512 online job ads, were open to individuals with zero to two years of previous work experience. These entry-level jobs represent the top posted occupations for this experience level, and many reflect the overall top jobs. Seven of the top 20 occupations typically require candidates to have a bachelor’s degree. Many applicants for these entry level occupations, regardless of education requirement, could benefit from taking some coursework to develop the skills requested in job postings.

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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REAL-TIME DEMAND OVERVIEW

16-County WIN Region | Top Cities, Skills, Qualifications, and Employers| Q3 2019

Top In-Demand Qualifications • • • • • • • • • •

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Certified Nursing Assistant Licensed Practical Nurse Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification Nurse Practitioner Certified Public Accountant Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Card ServSafe Certification

Top In-Demand Skills • • • • • • • • • •

Microsoft Access Merchandising Restaurant Operation Nursing Selling Techniques Accounting Auditing Basic Life Support Customer Experience Customer Satisfaction

Top Posting Employers* • Travelers Healthcare • Henry Ford Health System • General Healthcare Resources, Inc. • Trinity Health Corporation • McDonald's Corporation • University of Michigan • Ascension Health • Dollar General Corporation • Care.com, Inc. • CRST International, Inc. *Employer names are listed as they appear in online job postings.

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AGRICULTURE OCCUPATION GROUP

16-County WIN Region | Q3 2019

Introduction WIN’s agriculture occupation group brings together occupations that require knowledge of the farming, livestock, the environment, and natural sciences.

Occupations range from Farm Workers, to Environmental Engineers, to Meat Butchers, to Recreation Workers. There are approximately 10,700 openings for these positions each year in Southeast Michigan.

Employment Over Time 2001–2019

81,018

Agriculture Workers 0.5% Increase from 2018

Worker Gender Demographics

Agriculture Worker Demographics According to the most recent Emsi data set available (2019), the 81,018 workers in agriculture occupations are not very diverse. A large majority of workers are white males between the ages of 25 and 54. Only 33 percent of agriculture workers identify as women. Only 14 percent of workers were under the age of 25, compared to 23 percent of workers are age 55 or older.

Race and Ethnicity Demographics

77.5% White | 11.1% Black or African American | 7.2% Hispanic or Latino Worker Age Demographics

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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7,441 Agriculture Postings: 426 more than in Q2 2019

Bachelors Degree Required for Many Agriculture Jobs

Agriculture Top Posted Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs: Q3 2019 With a gain of about 250 postings, Buyers and Purchasing Agents overtook Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products to become the highest in-demand agriculture occupation during Q3 2019. Both occupations are consistently in high demand and garnered about 1,300 online job postings this quarter. Other top posted occupations include Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers (850 postings), Nonfarm Animal Caretakers (772 postings), and Environmental Engineers (336 postings).

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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High Earning Potential for Environmental Engineers

In-Demand Agriculture Certification: CDL

Agriculture Wage Overview Of the top posted agriculture-related jobs, seven of the ten offer median wages of more than $30 per hour according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The top posted job, Buyers and Purchasing Agents, offers median hourly earnings of $33.00, which translates to annual earnings of approximately $68,600. With such a broad array of skillsets represented, Agriculture wages tend to scale with education and experience needs.

Wage Overview for Top Posted Agriculture Jobs in Q3 2019

Data: Emsi, BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

In-Demand Technical Skills • • • • •

Purchasing Landscaping Selling Techniques Microsoft Access Procurement

In-Demand Education Level* • • • •

High School Diploma: 16.6% Associate Degree: 4.6% Bachelor's Degree: 32.0% Master's Degree: 7.6%

*Not all job postings indicate the required educational attainment level, therefore the percentages found here may not add up to 100 percent

In-Demand Foundational Skills • • • • •

Management Sales Leadership Communications Operations

In-Demand Certifications • • • • •

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Pesticide Applicator License Certified Veterinary Technician Professional Engineer Certified Safety Professional

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Growing Demand for Sales and Procurement Workers

Top Posting Employers* • • • • • • • • • •

Petsmart, Inc. The Besl Transfer Co The Davey Tree Expert Company Oracle Corporation Care.com, Inc. Petco Inc Homeadvisor, Inc. University of Michigan Kelly Services, Inc. VCA Inc.

*Employer names are listed as they appear in online job postings.

Purchasing Skills are in High Demand

Job Postings by City 1.

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Detroit, MI: 1,305 Postings Ann Arbor, MI: 684 Postings Troy, MI: 476 Postings Auburn Hills, MI: 296 Postings Livonia, MI: 210 Postings

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BUSINESS AND FINANCE OCCUPATION GROUP

16-County WIN Region | Q3 2019

Introduction Jobs in the business and finance occupation group can be found in nearly every type of firm throughout the region. These workers need strong mathematical and accounting abilities along with project management and planning skills. Workers in this occupation group are in high demand in southeast Michigan, with about 21,000 job openings annually.

Employment Over Time 2001–2019

204,482

Business Workers 0.6% Increase from 2018

Worker Gender Demographics

Business and Finance Worker Demographics According to the most recent Emsi data set available (2019), the business and finance occupation group is in some ways a relatively diverse occupation group with respect to its over 204,000 workers. Half the working population identify as female (50 percent), but 81 percent of workers identified as white, indicating less diversity with respect to race than to gender. Only five percent of the working population in business and finance is under the age of 25, compared to 26 percent age 55 and older, indicating a large aging population of business and finance workers.

Race and Ethnicity Demographics

80.5% White | 10.9% Black or African American | 4.3% Asian Worker Age Demographics

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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37,412 Business and Finance Postings: 4,783 more than in Q2 2019

Bachelor’s Degree Required for Most Business and Finance Jobs

Business and Finance Top Posted Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs: Q3 2019 Accountants and Auditors regained their spot as the top in-demand occupation during Q3 2019, with 4,556 postings.

Insurance Sales Agents, which require only a high school diploma for entry, were next with 3,943 postings. Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products (3,423 postings), Marketing Managers (3,119 postings) and Management Analysts (2,688 postings) were each in-demand business and finance occupations during Q3 2019.

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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High Earning Potential for Financial Managers

CPA: In-Demand Business and Finance Certification

Business and Finance Wage Overview Most business and finance related jobs offer high wages, providing a lucrative opportunity for job seekers willing to attain the necessary education. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the top posted business and finance job, Accountants and Auditors, offers median hourly wages of $33.12, translating to annual earnings of approximately $68,900.

All of the top business occupations offer median wages over $20 per hour, and most prefer a bachelor’s degree for entry.

Wage Overview for Top Posted Business and Finance Jobs in Q3 2019

Data: Emsi, BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

In-Demand Technical Skills

In-Demand Foundational Skills

In-Demand Education Level*

In-Demand Certifications

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Accounting Microsoft Access Auditing Selling Techniques Purchasing

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High School Diploma: 12.9% Associate Degree: 5.4% Bachelor's Degree: 48.8% Master's Degree: 12.1%

*Not all job postings indicate the required educational attainment level, therefore the percentages found here may not add up to 100 percent

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Sales Management Communications Leadership Customer Service

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) • Series 7 General Securities Representative License (Stockbroker) • Certified Internal Auditor • Series 6 Investment Company and Variable Contracts License (Mutual Funds/Variable Annuities) • Certified Information System Auditor (CISA)

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Banks and Consulting Firms Seeking Business and Finance Workers

Top Job Posting Employers* • • • • • • • • • •

Assurance H&R Block, Inc. Robert Half International Inc. National Agents Alliance Deloitte LLP Anthem, Inc. Oracle Corporation Bank of America Corporation JPMorgan Chase & Co. Ford Motor Company

*Employer names are listed as they appear in online job postings.

Accounting and Microsoft Access Skills are in High Demand

Job Postings by City 1.

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Detroit, MI: 9,585 Postings Troy, MI: 3,092 Postings Ann Arbor, MI: 2,545 Postings Southfield, MI: 2,108 Postings Dearborn, MI: 1,449 Postings

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CONSTRUCTION OCCUPATION GROUP

16-County WIN Region | Q3 2019

Introduction Jobs in the WIN construction occupation group are associated with the skilled trades, engineering, management, and planning. Many construction employers are slowly adopting online job search methods, so online job ads may not provide a complete picture of demand for these workers. Even so, it is an important and in-demand occupation group for southeast Michigan, with about 14,000 annual job openings and posting data provides a glimpse into employer needs.

Employment Over Time 2001–2019

111,426 Construction Workers 0.4% Increase from 2018

Worker Gender Demographics

Construction Worker Demographics According to the most recent Emsi worker demographic data set available (2019), despite having over 111,000 workers, the workers in the construction occupation group are not very diverse. A large majority of workers are white males between the ages of 25 and 54. Only four percent of workers identified as female, and only 14 percent identified as race other than white. With almost ten percent of workers under the age of 25, this group has a slightly greater proportion of young workers than other groups.

Race and Ethnicity Demographics

85.4% White | 5.9% Black or African American | 6.4% Hispanic or Latino Worker Age Demographics

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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5,218 Construction Postings: 774 More than in Q2 2019

Vocational Training or Apprenticeship Needed for Top Construction Jobs

Construction Top Posted Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs: Q3 2019 Construction Managers were the top-posted construction occupation during Q3 2019, with 964 postings. Other top posted jobs include First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers (685 postings), Electricians (662 postings), Cost Estimators (518 postings) and Carpenters (507 postings), which experienced a large growth in job postings and entered the top five.

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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High Earning Potential for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters

LEED Accredited Professional: InDemand Construction Certification

Construction Wage Overview The top posted construction job, Construction Managers, offers a median wage of $30.46 per hour or $63,400 per year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), those working in apprentice-able occupations can expect even higher wage potential, such as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters, which report a median wage of $33.16 per hour or $69,000 annually.

Wage Overview for Top Posted Construction Jobs in Q3 2019

Data: Emsi, BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

In-Demand Technical Skills • • • • •

Estimators Subcontracting Carpentry Plumbing Renovation

In-Demand Education Level* • • • •

High School Diploma: 20.1% Associate Degree: 5.2% Bachelor's Degree: 20.9% Master's Degree: 1.9%

*Not all job postings indicate the required educational attainment level, therefore the percentages found here may not add up to 100 percent

In-Demand Foundational Skills • • • • •

Construction Management Valid Driver's License Operations Communications

In-Demand Certifications • • • • •

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Project Management Professional Certification LEED Accredited Professional (AP) National Apprenticeship Certificate Professional Engineer

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Electricians Needed Throughout the WIN Region

Top Posting Employers* • • • • • • • • • •

Page Michael International Inc Tradesmen International, Inc Homeadvisor, Inc. Growing People and Companies Allied Building Svc. City of Detroit Express Services Inc Cybercoders, Inc. Walbridge Aldinger LLC ManpowerGroup Global

*Employer names are listed as they appear in online job postings.

Subcontracting Skills are in High Demand

Job Postings by City 1.

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Detroit, MI: 1,247 Postings Ann Arbor, MI: 296 Postings Livonia, MI: 225 Postings Troy, MI: 189 Postings Flint, MI: 178 Postings

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CUSTOMER SERVICE OCCUPATION GROUP

16-County WIN Region | Q3 2019 Introduction

The customer service group is the largest occupation group that WIN analyzes, both in terms of employment and online job postings, and reports over 100,000 job openings annually.

This group is of very high importance to the region because it is the first to grow when the economy expands and the first to contract in a downturn: it is often a leading indicator. The large number of postings for this occupation group are due in part to the relatively high worker turnover.

As defined by WIN, this group encompasses all customer service occupations, with skills transferrable across the retail sector, the hotel industry, food and beverage service industry, call centers, and other areas. These skills are also transferrable to public-facing positions in many other occupation groups.

Employment Over Time 2001–2019

663,017

Service Workers 513 Worker Increase from 2018

Worker Gender Demographics

Customer Service Worker Demographics According to the most recent Emsi data set available (2019), having nearly 665,000 workers, the customer service occupation group is more diverse than other occupation groups. During 2019, 58 percent of workers identified as female. 28 percent of workers in customer service identified as a racial minority. A quarter of the customer service workers (25 percent) were under the age of 24, a much higher percentage than in other occupation groups analyzed by WIN. Race and Ethnicity Demographics

72.4% White | 17.3% Black or African American | 4.7% Hispanic or Latino Worker Age Demographics

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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89,689 Customer Service Postings: 16,599 More than in Q2 2019

Opportunities Available with High School Diploma or College Degree

Customer Service Top Posted Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs: Q3 2019 First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers were the highest in-demand customer service occupation during Q3 2019, with 12,356 postings. Other top posted jobs include Retail Salespersons (12,112 postings), Customer Service Representatives (8,764 postings), Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including Fast Food (4,660 postings), and Stock Clerks and Order Fillers (4,212 postings).

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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High Earning Potential for Sales Managers

ASE Certification and ServSafe: In-Demand Customer Service Credentials

Customer Service Wage Overview Despite being in high demand, most customer service-related occupations offer relatively low wages according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). However, six of the top ten posted occupations report median wages over $15 per hour, many of which are management roles requiring both education and experience. The top posted job, First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers, offers a median hourly wage of $18.37 or an annual salary of about $38,000.

Wage Overview for Top Posted Customer Service Jobs in Q3 2019

Data: Emsi, BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

In-Demand Technical Skills

In-Demand Foundational Skills

In-Demand Education Level*

In-Demand Certifications

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Merchandising Selling Techniques Restaurant Operation Customer Experience Cash Register

High School Diploma: 29.3% Associate Degree: 4.4% Bachelor's Degree: 16.3% Master's Degree: 2.3%

*Not all job postings indicate the required educational attainment level, therefore the percentages found here may not add up to 100 percent

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Sales Customer Service Management Communications Operations

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Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Cosmetology License ServSafe Certification Food Handler's Card

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Brick and Mortar Retail Stores in Need of Customer Service Workers

Top Posting Employers* • • • • • • • • • •

Dollar General Corporation McDonald's Corporation The Home Depot Inc Dollar Tree, Inc. CVS Health Corporation Meijer, Inc. Shipt LLC Target Corporation Family Dollar Stores, Inc. Lowe's Companies, Inc.

*Employer names are listed as they appear in online job postings.

Merchandising Skills are in High Demand

Job Postings by City 1.

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Detroit, MI: 12,017 Postings Ann Arbor, MI: 4,698 Postings Troy, MI: 4,666 Postings Novi, MI: 2,755 Postings Livonia, MI: 2,620 Postings

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EDUCATION OCCUPATION GROUP

16-County WIN Region | Q3 2019

Introduction Education-related jobs can be found both in the private and public sectors. Teachers and other education related workers are employed in public schools, private schools, and training institutions, and there are about 15,000 openings for these positions annually. Jobs in the education occupation group require a variety of skills and credentials dependent on the target age group and topic area for the educator. From elementary school teachers to college professors, educators are the backbone of training the future workforce.

Employment Over Time 2001–2019

133,320

Education Workers 0.3% Increase from 2018

Worker Gender Demographics

Education Worker Demographics According to the most recent Emsi data set available (2019), among its 133,000 workers, the education occupation group is composed primarily of white females between the ages of 25 and 54. Only 27 percent of workers are males, and only 19 percent of workers are of a minority race.

Race and Ethnicity Demographics

81.5% White | 9.3% Black or African American | 4.4% Asian Worker Age Demographics

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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10,684 Education Postings: 496 More than in Q2 2019

Bachelor’s Degree Required for Most Education Jobs

Education Top Posted Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs: Q3 2019 Postsecondary Teachers were the highest in-demand education occupation during Q3 2019, with 3,301 postings.

Most of the top jobs in the education occupation group typically require at least a bachelor’s degree, but there are many openings for Teacher Assistants and Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education for those with associate degrees or some college coursework.

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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High Earning Potential for Postsecondary Teachers

Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults: In-Demand Education Certification

Education Wage Overview Many education-related jobs, particularly permanent positions that require teaching older students, offer competitive median wages with growth potential. These positions provide an excellent opportunity for job seekers willing to attain the necessary credentials and experience. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), six of the top ten posted education jobs offer median wages of over $30 per hour. The top posted job, Postsecondary Teachers, offers a median wage of $31.95 hourly, translating to annual earnings of about $66,500.

Wage Overview for Top Posted Education Jobs in Q3 2019

Data: Emsi, BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

In-Demand Technical Skills • • • • •

Lesson Planning Preschool Education Microsoft Access Child Development Language Arts

In-Demand Education Level* • • • •

High School Diploma: 20.2% Associate Degree: 6.6% Bachelor's Degree: 37.2% Master's Degree: 9.9%

*Not all job postings indicate the required educational attainment level, therefore the percentages found here may not add up to 100 percent

In-Demand Foundational Skills • • • • •

Teaching Leadership Mentorship Mathematics Research

In-Demand Certifications

• Teaching English As A Foreign Language • NHA Certified • Certificate in English Language Teaching To Adults (CELTA) • Math Endorsement • Science Endorsement

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Tutoring Companies and School Districts Seeking Education Workers

Top Posting Employers • • • • • • • • • •

Ef Education First, Inc. Wayne County Schools University of Michigan Teach For America, Inc. VIPKID Soliant Health, Inc Kindercare Learning Centers Sunbelt Staffing, LLC Varsity Tutors LLC Fenton Area Public Schools

*Employer names are listed as they appear in online job postings.

Lesson Planning and Child Development Skills are in High Demand

Job Postings by City 1.

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Detroit, MI: 2,278 Postings Ann Arbor, MI: 846 Postings Flint, MI: 555 Postings Warren, MI: 336 Postings Dearborn, MI: 303 Postings

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ENERGY OCCUPATION GROUP

16-County WIN Region | Q3 2019

Introduction Energy-related occupations encompass jobs in engineering, science, mining, and extraction. Workers in this field have a range of skills all related to keeping businesses and homes powered. Energy companies employ workers in a variety of occupations, many of which are also included in other WIN occupation groups. Posting data referenced in this section pertain only to job postings from energy-related businesses, while employment and wage data apply for these workers in every industry.

Employment Over Time 2001–2019

223,823

Energy Workers 0.9% Increase from 2018

Worker Gender Demographics

Energy Worker Demographics According to the most recent Emsi data set available (2019), The over 225,000 workers in the energy occupation group are primarily white males between the ages of 25 and 54, with 17 percent of workers identifying as female and just 20 percent identifying as a racial minority. Only five percent of the workers in the occupation group are under the age of 25 compared to 25 percent over 55, indicating that the energy field faces a particular threat from the region’s aging workforce.

Race and Ethnicity Demographics

80.2% White | 9.1% Black or African American | 6.0% Asian Worker Age Demographics

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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438 Energy Postings: 81 More than in Q2 2019

Bachelors Degree Required for Most Energy Jobs Energy Top Posted Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs: Q3 2019 Electrical Engineers maintain the top spot as the highest in-demand energy occupation during Q3 2019, with 109 postings.

Mechanical Engineers were in the second position with 42 postings. Other top posted jobs include Industrial Engineers (33 postings), Civil Engineers (26 postings), and First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers (25 postings).

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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High Earning Potential for General and Operations Managers

Professional Engineering Certification: In-Demand Energy Credential

Energy Wage Overview The demand for engineers and highly specialized trades in the energy field create lucrative opportunities for job seekers willing to achieve the education or training related to these jobs. Nine of the top ten energy occupations have median wages over $30 per hour. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the top posted energy job, Electrical Engineers, offers a median hourly wage of $44.60, or annual earnings of approximately $93,000. Technician and construction-focused positions related to energy generally have shorter term educational requirements than engineers and pay somewhat higher than similar occupations in other industries.

Wage Overview for Top Posted Energy Jobs in Q3 2019

Data: Emsi, BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

In-Demand Technical Skills

In-Demand Foundational Skills

In-Demand Education Level*

In-Demand Certifications

Customer Satisfaction Electrical Engineering Electric Power Distribution Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) • Oil and Gas • • • •

• • • •

High School Diploma: 24.7% Associate Degree: 9.6% Bachelor's Degree: 58.7% Master's Degree: 16.0%

*Not all job postings indicate the required educational attainment level, therefore the percentages found here may not add up to 100 percent

Operations Management Construction Problem Solving Communications

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• • • • •

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Professional Engineer Operator Certification Licensed Professional Engineer Six Sigma Black Belt Certification

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Utility and Electronic Companies: Top Employers

Top Posting Employers* • • • • • • • • • •

DTE Energy Company CMS Energy Corporation Henkels & McCoy, Inc. Lg Electronics Black Hills Corporation Service Electric Company Itc Holdings Corp.

Aegion Corporation Exelon Corporation Mears Group, Inc.

*Employer names are listed as they appear in online job postings.

Customer Service and Operations Skills are in High Demand

Job Postings by City 1.

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Detroit, MI: 95 Postings Jackson, MI: 40 Postings Canton, MI: 35 Postings Newport, MI: 29 Postings Ann Arbor, MI: 18 Postings

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ENGINEERING AND DESIGN OCCUPATION GROUP

16-County WIN Region | Q3 2019

Introduction Jobs in the manufacturing industry can range from assembly and production, to skilled trades and technicians, designers and engineers, and even computerrelated occupations such as software development. Demand for engineers in the region has been consistent, and employment has been growing quickly.

There are about 8,500 openings annually for engineers in southeast Michigan.

Employment Over Time 2001–2019

99,162

Engineering Workers

1.0% Increase from 2018

Worker Gender Demographics

Engineering and Design Worker Demographics According to the most recent Emsi data set available (2019), the nearly 100,000 workers in the engineering and design group are not particularly diverse. Just five percent of the related workforce is under 25, likely due to the consistently high educational requirements. Fourteen percent of current workers are female, and only 21 percent identify as a race other than white; as the labor force overall continues to change, this is one field that could benefit from seeking more diverse talent.

Race and Ethnicity Demographics

79.1% White | 9.7% Asian | 7.1% Black or African American Worker Age Demographics

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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18,790 Engineering and Design Postings: 3,942 More than in Q2 2019

Bachelor’s Degree Required for Most Engineering and Design Jobs

Engineering and Design Top Posted Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs: Q3 2019 Mechanical Engineers remained the highest indemand engineering and design occupation during Q3 2019, with 6,158 postings, over 1,000 more than during Q2 2019. Industrial Engineers were also in high demand with 5,287 postings, putting it in a close second within the occupation group. The top ten in-demand occupations all typically require a bachelor’s degree, indicating the importance of higher education as a requirement to enter this occupation group.

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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High Earning Potential for Electrical Engineers

Professional Engineer: Most In-Demand Engineering and Design Certification

Engineering and Design Wage Overview Most engineering and design related jobs offer high wages, providing a lucrative opportunity to job seekers willing to meet the minimum education requirements related to these jobs. Median wages are near $40 per hour across the group, and the top posted engineering and design job, Mechanical Engineers, offers a median hourly wage of $44.40. This reflects an annual salary of approximately $92,000 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Wage Overview for Top Posted Engineering and Design Jobs in Q3 2019

Data: Emsi, BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

In-Demand Technical Skills

In-Demand Foundational Skills

In-Demand Education Level*

In-Demand Certifications

• • • • •

• • • •

Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering New Product Development Product Design Computer-Aided Design

High School Diploma: 3.6% Associate Degree: 4.9% Bachelor's Degree: 62.1% Master's Degree: 14.9%

*Not all job postings indicate the required educational attainment level, therefore the percentages found here may not add up to 100 percent

Communications Management Innovation Problem Solving Leadership

• • • • •

• • • • •

Professional Engineer Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Licensed Professional Engineer Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Certified Quality Engineer

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Automakers and Manufactures are Top Employers of Engineers

Top Posting Employers* • • • • • • • • • •

ALTAIR ENGINEERING, INC. Ford Motor Company FCA US LLC General Motors Company Advantage Resourcing Wilson, Jeff Chrysler Automobiles, Inc Kelly Services, Inc. Gtech Services, Inc Fca, Inc. Cybercoders, Inc.

*Employer names are listed as they appear in online job postings.

Product Design Knowledge is in High Demand

Job Postings by City 1.

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Detroit, MI: 3,118 Postings Auburn Hills, MI: 2,232 Postings Dearborn, MI: 1,480 Postings Troy, MI: 1,360 Postings Ann Arbor, MI: 854 Postings

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HEALTH CARE OCCUPATION GROUP

16-County WIN Region | Q3 2019

Introduction WIN’s health care occupation group includes jobs related to health care support and practitioners. Employment in this group has been consistently growing, more health care workers needed to care for Michigan’s aging population and in response to regulatory and other changes. Registered nurses are routinely the most in-demand job in this group. Annually, there are about 23,600 job openings for these positions, and this is projected to continue increasing.

Employment Over Time 2001–2019

267,393

Health Care Workers

461 Worker Increase from 2018

Worker Gender Demographics

Health Care Worker Demographics According to the most recent Emsi data set available (2019), the health care occupation group employs around 267,400 workers, who are overwhelmingly female (80 percent) and between the ages of 25 and 54 (69 percent), although 23 percent of workers are over 55. The group has a similar proportion of racial minorities as the workforce as a whole, with 69 percent of workers identifying as white, 20 percent identifying as Black or African American, and 11 percent identifying otherwise.

Race and Ethnicity Demographics

69.3% White | 19.5% Black or African American | 6.8% Asian Worker Age Demographics

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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66,534 Health Care Postings: 5,833 More than in Q2 2019

Bachelor’s Degree Required for High Paying Health Care Jobs

Health Care Top Posted Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs: Q3 2019 Registered Nurses remained the highest indemand health care occupation during Q3 2019, gaining nearly 5,000 postings from Q2 2019 for a total of 27,406 postings.

Other top posted jobs also grew in demand and include Nursing Assistants (2,678 postings), SpeechLanguage Pathologists (2,584 postings), Medical and Health Services Managers (2,289 postings), and Home Health Aides (2,269 postings).

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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High Earning Potential for Medical and Health Services Managers

Certified Nursing Assistant: Most InDemand Health Care Certification

Health Care Wage Overview Wages in the high-demand health care field tend to scale with both education and experience. The health care occupation group offers a relatively broad array of entry requirements and a high volume of jobs are open to candidates with less than a bachelor’s degree. However, most of the top-posted jobs that require less than a bachelor’s degree pay under than the region’s median wage of $17.81 per hour. Registered Nurses, the top posted health care job, offers a median hourly wage of $35.29 per hour or annual salary of about $73,400 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Wage Overview for Top Posted Health Care Jobs in Q3 2019

Data: Emsi, BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

In-Demand Technical Skills

In-Demand Foundational Skills

In-Demand Education Level*

In-Demand Certifications

• • • • •

• • • •

Nursing Basic Life Support Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Intensive Care Unit Pediatrics

High School Diploma: 14.4% Associate Degree: 12.0% Bachelor's Degree: 6.7% Master's Degree: 6.7%

*Not all job postings indicate the required educational attainment level, therefore the percentages found here may not add up to 100 percent

• • • • •

• • • • •

Management Leadership Customer Service Communications Research

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

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Hospitals and Pharmacies were Top Employers of Health Care Workers

Top Posting Employers* • • • • • • • • • •

Travelers Healthcare General Healthcare Resources, Inc. Henry Ford Health System Ascension Health Trinity Health Corporation Beaumont Health System Soliant Health, Inc HealthCare Employment Network Mercy Medical Center, Inc. William Beaumont Hospital

*Employer names are listed as they appear in online job postings.

Nursing and Management Skills are in High Demand

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Detroit, MI: 15,162 Postings Ann Arbor, MI: 3,772 Postings Livonia, MI: 2,009 Postings Flint, MI: 1,914 Postings Jackson, MI: 1,806 Postings

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) OCCUPATION GROUP

16-County WIN Region | QĎŻ 2019

Introduction Information technology (IT) jobs include occupations that are associated with entry-level, technical, and professional careers related to the design, development, support and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services. While the information technology group does not currently employ as many individuals as the other groups here, it is quickly growing.

Employment Over Time 2001–2019

87,645 IT Workers

0.5% Increase from 2018

Worker Gender Demographics

IT Worker Demographics According to the most recent Emsi data set available (2019), despite having over 87,000 workers, the IT occupation group is not very diverse. A large majority of workers are white males between the ages of 25 and 54. Currently, 74 percent of the workers in IT in southeast Michigan identify as male, and 69 percent identify as white. 77 percent are between 25 and 54. There are a broad range of organizations providing specialized training resources for female and minority IT workers in the City of Detroit as well as throughout southeast Michigan. With the push to diversify the IT field, more opportunities are opening for women and minorities.

Race and Ethnicity Demographics

68.1% White | 18.0% Asian | 9.6% Black or African American Worker Age Demographics

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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41,660 IT Postings: 9,731 More than in Q2 2019

Bachelors Degree Required for Most IT Jobs

Information Technology Top Posted Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs: Q3 2019 Software Developers, Applications gained nearly 3,000 postings and held their spot as the highest in-demand IT occupation during Q3 2019, with 12,653 postings. While most of the top IT jobs typically posted the requirement for a bachelor’s degree, one of the top five, Computer User Support Specialists, typically require only an associate degree. Computer Occupations, All Other, Computer Systems Analysts, and Web Developers were also in demand in the region.

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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High Earning Potential for Computer and Information System Managers

CISSP: Most In-Demand IT Certification

IT Wage Overview Most IT-related jobs offer high wages providing a lucrative opportunity to job seekers willing to meet the minimum education requirements related to these jobs. Software Developers, Applications, the top posted IT job in Q3 2019, offers a median hourly wage of $43.62 per hour or nearly $91,000 per year according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Even occupations requiring shorter-term training, such as Computer User Support Specialists and Web Developers, make over $20 per hour.

Wage Overview for Top Posted IT Jobs in Q3 2019

Data: Emsi, BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

In-Demand Technical Skills

In-Demand Foundational Skills

In-Demand Education Level*

In-Demand Certifications

• • • • •

• • • •

Java Agile Software Development Software Development SQL Software Engineering

High School Diploma: 3.7% Associate Degree: 3.6% Bachelor's Degree: 47.9% Master's Degree: 11.3%

*Not all job postings indicate the required educational attainment level, therefore the percentages found here may not add up to 100 percent

• • • • •

Management Communications Innovation Problem Solving Leadership

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) • Project Management Professional Certification • Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) • Cisco Certified Network Associate • Microsoft Certified Professional

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Automotive and Tech Companies are Top Employers of IT Workers

Top Posting Employers* • • • • • • • • • •

Ford Motor Company Oracle Corporation ALTAIR ENGINEERING, INC. Efinancialcareers, Inc., Renature, Inc. Teksystems, Inc. Deloitte LLP V2soft Inc. Fast Switch, Ltd. Kelly Services, Inc.

*Employer names are listed as they appear in online job postings.

Software Development Skills are in High Demand

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Detroit, MI: 13,722 Postings Troy, MI: 3,455 Postings Dearborn, MI: 3,439 Postings Ann Arbor, MI: 3,063 Postings Auburn Hills, MI: 2,316 Postings

SKILLED TRADES AND TECHNICIANS (MANUFACTURING) OCCUPATION GROUP

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16-County WIN Region | Q3 2019

Introduction WIN’s technicians/skilled trades category includes jobs related to advanced manufacturing. Southeast Michigan has more demand for skilled- trades labor, such as CNC machinists and welders, than almost anywhere else in the country.

There are about 21,000 openings for these workers annually.

NOTE: Skilled trades related to construction and assembly are not included in this cluster, as the focus is on advanced manufacturing only.

Employment Over Time 2001–2019

167,274

Trade Workers 396 Worker Increase from 2018

Worker Gender Demographics

Skilled Trades and Technicians Worker Demographics According to the most recent Emsi data set available (2019), the skilled trades occupation group employs about 167,000 workers in southeast Michigan. A majority of skilled trades workers are white males between the ages of 25 and 54.

Additional outreach may be necessary in the near future, as at 26.8 percent, the group has a somewhat higher proportion than average of workers over age 55. This proportion is also growing, as the 2019 level is one percent greater than that in 2018.

Race and Ethnicity Demographics

78.1% White | 13.2% Black or African American | 4.2% Hispanic or Latino Worker Age Demographics

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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14,398 Skilled Trades Postings: 1,416 More than in Q2 2019

Vocational Training Required for Most Skilled Trades Jobs

Skilled Trades and Technicians Top Posted Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs: Q3 2019 Maintenance and Repair Workers, General remained the highest in-demand skilled trades occupation during Q3 2019, with 4,593 postings.

Other top posted jobs include First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (2,615 postings), Machinists (1,002 postings), Production Workers, All Other (900 postings), and Industrial Production Managers (694 postings).

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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High Earning Potential for Industrial Production Managers

In-Demand Skilled Trades Credential: HVAC Certification

Skilled Trades and Technicians Wage Overview Half of the top ten in-demand skilled trades occupations have median wages above $20 per hour according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and four more above the state’s median wage of $17.81. Maintenance and Repair Workers, General, the top posted skilled trades job in Q3 2019, offers a median hourly wage of $17.07. This translates to an annual salary of about $35,500.

Wage Overview for Top Posted Skilled Trades and Technicians Jobs in Q3 2019

Data: Emsi, BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

In-Demand Technical Skills

In-Demand Foundational Skills

In-Demand Education Level*

In-Demand Certifications

• • • • •

Machining Plumbing Tooling HVAC Mechanics

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High School Diploma: 34.2% Associate Degree: 8.4% Bachelor's Degree: 13.7% Master's Degree: 1.5%

*Not all job postings indicate the required educational attainment level, therefore the percentages found here may not add up to 100 percent

• • • • •

Operations Management Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Communications Leadership

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) HVAC Certification EPA 608 Technician Certification Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification • CFC Refrigeration Certification • • • •

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Staffing Agencies and Manufacturers: Top Employers of Skilled Trades Workers

Top Posting Employers* • • • • • • • • • •

Homeadvisor, Inc. Kelly Services, Inc. ManpowerGroup Global Express Services Inc The Home Depot Inc FCA US LLC Nesco Resource Aerotek, Inc. The Skilled Trades Company Sentech Services

*Employer names are listed as they appear in online job postings.

Machining and Operations Skills are in High Demand

Job Postings by City 1.

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Detroit, MI: 1,884 Postings Warren, MI: 534 Postings Ann Arbor, MI: 519 Postings Auburn Hills, MI: 497 Postings Troy, MI: 480 Postings

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TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, AND LOGISTICS (TDL) OCCUPATION GROUP 16-County WIN Region | Q3 2019

Introduction Transportation, distribution, and logistics (TDL) workers help move materials in an efficient manner, whether it is from one company to another or directly to consumers. Logistics workers range from materials movers to logistics analysts, coordinating and analyzing material and goods movement. For all TDL workers, there are over 37,000 job openings annually in Southeast Michigan.

Employment Over Time 2001–2019

304,780 TDL Workers 0.8% Increase from 2018

Worker Gender Demographics

TDL Worker Demographics According to the most recent Emsi data set available (2019), the TDL occupation group has a large workforce, employing over 300,000 individuals. These workers are 74 percent male and 72 percent white. Only twelve percent of the workers in this occupation group are under the age of 25, indicating an aging TDL workforce.

Race and Ethnicity Demographics

71.0% White | 19.8% Black or African American | 4.9% Hispanic or Latino Worker Age Demographics

Data: Emsi | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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Postsecondary Credentials Required for Many TDL Jobs

58,968 TDL Postings: 7,632 Fewer than in Q2 2019 TDL Top Posted Jobs Q3 2019

Top Posted Jobs: Q3 2019 Despite a decline of about 7,000 job postings from Q2 2019, Heavy and TractorTrailer Truck Drivers were the highest in-demand TDL occupation during Q3 2019, with 30,713 postings. Other top posted jobs include Light Truck or Delivery Services Drivers (5,960 postings), Stock Clerks and Order Fillers (4,177 postings), Managers, All Other (2,406 postings), and Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics (2,189 postings).

Data: Emsi Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

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High Earning Potential for Managers, All Other

CDL: Most In-Demand TDL Certification

TDL Wage Overview According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), four of the top ten in-demand TDL occupations offer median wages of more than $20 per hour. Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers, the top posted TDL job in Q3 2019, offers a median hourly wage of $19.65, or an annual salary of nearly $41,000. Logistics roles that require additional education, such as Business Operations Specialists, typically offer even higher wages.

Wage Overview for Top Posted TDL Jobs in Q3 2019

Data: Emsi, BLS | Analysis: Workforce Intelligence Network

In-Demand Technical Skills

In-Demand Foundational Skills

In-Demand Education Level*

In-Demand Certifications

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• • • •

Warehousing Mechanics Merchandising Palletizing Customer Satisfaction

High School Diploma: 15.4% Associate Degree: 2.0% Bachelor's Degree: 7.6% Master's Degree: 1.5%

*Not all job postings indicate the required educational attainment level, therefore the percentages found here may not add up to 100 percent

• • • • •

Customer Service Management Valid Driver's License Operations Communications

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Card • Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification • Certified Forklift Operator • Project Management Professional (PMP)

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Trucking Fleets are the Top Employers of TDL Workers

Top Posting Employers* • • • • • • • • • •

CRST International, Inc. Roehl Transport, Inc. U. S. Xpress, Inc. Blair Logistics, LLC Roadrunner Transportation Systems, Inc. C.R. England, Inc. Hogan Transports Inc Providence Health & Services Forward Air Corporation Pegasus Transportation, Inc.

*Employer names are listed as they appear in online job postings.

Warehousing and Mechanics Skills are in High Demand

Job Postings by City 1.

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Detroit, MI: 6,337 Postings Ann Arbor, MI: 2,173 Postings Warren, MI: 1,482 Postings Livonia, MI: 1,343 Postings Sterling Heights, MI: 1,279 Postings

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