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Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD)

The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development cultivates a skilled workforce across industries, provides economic stability for workers affected by job loss, injury, or illness, and upholds standards for safe working conditions.

Support for Massachusetts' Workforce

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Workforce Agenda 
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View job openings and training programs on MassHire JobQuest 
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Take paid leave when you need it most 
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Apply for Unemployment Insurance benefits 
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Business Support 

About Labor and Workforce Development

The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development supports Massachusetts jobseekers, workers, and employers through three key strategies:

  • Cultivating a skilled workforce for a range of industries throughout Massachusetts;
  • Supporting economic stability for impacted workers following a job loss, injury, or illness;
  • Protecting the rights, health, safety, wages, and working conditions of workers.
Departments and Divisions 

Lauren Jones was sworn in as Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development by Governor Healey on January 17, 2023. She previously held roles with the City of Boston under Mayor Walsh and in state government during the Patrick-Murray Administration.

Meet Secretary Jones

Career Services for Jobseekers

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We have MassHire Career Centers across Massachusetts ready to assist you. Find yours today!

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Unemployment Insurance Resources

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Business Support

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Workforce Protections and Safety

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Newsroom

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Departments and Divisions

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Phone

(617) 626-7100

Fax

(617) 727-1090

Address

One Ashburton Place
Suite 2112
Boston, MA 02108
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