The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development's Dislocated Worker Program will offer assistance to 950 Macy's employees in Minneapolis that are affected by the company's recently announced decision to consolidate three divisions.
"Rapid response efforts are underway to help Macy's employees make the transition to other suitable employment," said Department of Employment and Economic Development Commissioner Dan McElroy.
Through the Dislocated Worker Program, eligible individuals may receive career planning and counseling, job search and placement, and training and support services.
The Dislocated Worker Program receives both state and federal funds. This return-to-work program assists eligible laid off workers in finding new jobs as quickly as possible, at the highest skill and wage level possible.
For more information on the Dislocated Worker Program, see: www.positivelyminnesota.com/dw/index.htm