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On behalf of the governor, the State Workforce Investment Board (SWIB) provides direction to the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce on workforce development issues, particularly those pertaining to implementation of the Workforce Investment Act. The 31-member board is comprised of majority business leaders. Other members include legislators of the South Carolina Senate and House, local elected officials, workforce partners and representatives of community-based organizations. Members of the board are appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Governor.
The goal of the South Carolina Workforce Investment Board is to create a competitive workforce advantage for South Carolina by ensuring that a quality and effective workforce system exists in order to improve the lives of all South Carolinians.
For additional information about the State Workforce Investment Board, click here.
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LMI Facts Fast!
SC’s workforce status at a glance ...
Employment
March 2012 |
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Monthly Employment in SC: 1,964,617
Monthly Employment in SC:
3,540 increase in March compared to February |
| Labor Force |
Employed: 1,964,617
Unemployed: 193,024
Unemployment Rate: 8.9 |
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