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DEW Acting Executive Director Jamie D. Suber’s Statement
November 2018 Employment Situation
“I can think of no better way to begin my time leading DEW than in the midst of record high employment. Workforce partners and economic developers diligently strive to keep South Carolina’s economy energetic and industrious, and we are all seeing the success of these efforts,” said Jamie Suber, acting executive director of the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce. “I am excited to collaborate with stakeholders to build on best practices and continue to find unique and cooperative ways to support South Carolina jobseekers and businesses.
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The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) is putting South Carolinians to work. The agency invests in building a pipeline of quality workers, matches workers with jobs, and is a bridge for individuals who find themselves out of work for no fault of their own. This promotes financial stability and economic prosperity for employers, individuals and communities. DEW is dedicated to advancing South Carolina through services that meet the needs of the state’s businesses, jobseekers and those looking to advance their careers.