The stable employment base, anchored by universities, medical centers and government, has resulted in unemployment trends that have smoother peaks and valleys than the state and national rates. During 1999, the region's labor force totaled 642,480. The number of employed persons was 623,100. Employment and labor force data are by place of residence, not place of work. The North Carolina's Job Bank is a self-directed system contains a listing of current job openings provided primarily by employers located in North Carolina.
Potential employees can search by geographic region, job classification, or job skills.
After identifying the positions, the user contacts ESC and submits a resume and other information to see if they are a potential match for the job. For employers, the North Carolina Employment Security Commission offers Skill-Net. This database contains listings of all applicants interested in finding a job. After identifying prospects, employers contact ESC to get in touch with the individuals.