The employment picture in Southwestern Pennsylvania is certain to be favorable in the coming decades. As with the nation as a whole, our region will be affected by the retirement of the Baby Boomer generation. A recent study by the Center for Competitive Workforce Development at Duquesne University highlights that our labor force currently numbers 1.25 million people, 11% of whom will be retiring within 10 years. More than a third, or about 425,000 individuals, will cross the retirement threshold within 20 years. In order to replace those leaving the labor force, the region will need 125,000 workers in a decade, and over 400,000 in two decades.

These figures assume no growth in the economy. Even very modest rates of growth, such as 1% per year, will result in the creation of new jobs that will call for even larger numbers of workers. More favorable scenarios show the region catching up with the leading metropolitan areas in the nation and producing even greater opportunities for those interested in living in Southwestern Pennsylvania.

A free website listing more than 20,000 jobs currently available throughout the Greater Pittsburgh region can be found at imaginepittsburghjobs.com.

Some of the region's major employers include:

Highmark Inc. recognizes diversity and inclusion as a core value and an investment in the company's future.  The synergy of different skills, talents, potential and backgrounds has made Highmark one of the nation’s largest and most successful health insurers.  We strive to harness the power of diversity in the workplace and in the community to help all people live longer, healthier lives.  

"At Highmark we believe that our strength is in our people.  We acknowledge and respect the talents and contributions of our employees and know that they are the foundation of our future.  Our employees strive to identify opportunities which enable our group customers and members to manage their coverage using online services and information.  InformationWeek magazine, one of the nation's leading information systems publications, has ranked Highmark Inc. eighth in its annual ranking of the top 500 innovators of information technology.

We strongly encourage a work ethic where everyone feels valued and respected because of his or her unique differences and contributions.  Highmark maintains an on-going commitment to employment of individuals, with disabilities, and is the lead company for the Pennsylvania Business Leadership Network.  We continue to strive for a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities that we serve.  Employees, of Highmark, are actively involved in volunteering, for local organizations, to help our communities grow stronger every day.

 With nearly 12,000 employees, Highmark serves more than 6 million Pennsylvanians and more than 23 million people nationwide.  The company has two main centers of operation - Pittsburgh, our headquarters, and Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. 

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PNC is one of the top banking institutions in the United States. It offers employment opportunities (including bilingual) and invites applicants to review open positions on its website:  www.pnc.jobs.

PNC has been included on FORTUNE magazine's list of the countries most admired banks, rated by executives, directors and analysts in their own industry on eight key attributes of reputation: innovation, employee talent, use of corporate assets, social responsibility, quality of management, financial soundness, long-term investment and quality of products/services. Among these attributes, PNC ranked highest in social responsibility, followed by employee talent.
 

Industrial Scientific Corporation is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, selling and servicing gas monitoring instruments, systems and related products to protect and preserve human life. With continuous improvements in engineering and R&D, lean manufacturing operations and expanded service capabilities, Industrial Scientific is widely known for providing rugged, dependable products that excel in monitoring hazardous gases in the most demanding work environments in the world.

"All around the globe, thousands of people are literally putting their lives in our hands at this very moment.  It’s a sobering thought.  It’s also a daunting challenge.  But it’s a challenge we eagerly embrace at Industrial Scientific. Our goal, ever since our founding in 1985, has been to deliver the highest quality gas monitoring solutions for the protection of life and property.  We have consistently achieved this goal, but only because of the outstanding efforts of our dedicated employees and the excellent service they provide."

Employing over 850 people, Industrial Scientific is headquartered in an advanced ISO 9001:2000-certified facility near the Pittsburgh International Airport. Industrial Scientific has manufacturing operations based in Pittsburgh (USA), Arras (France), Dortmund (Germany) and Shanghai (China), provides technical services to customers from local service centers around the world, and has additional subsidiaries in Australia, Canada, Czech Republic, Dubai, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Singapore, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.

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EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES

Allegheny County Department of Human Resources
Allegheny County recognizes that one of our greatest assets is our rich heritage of races, ethnicities and cultures. Allegheny County will be best served when our government reflects the diversity of our county residents.
To review current openings go to www.county.allegheny.pa.us/jobs

Career Development Center (CDC) 
Immigrant employment specialists provide culturally-sensitive services to help immigrants and internationals prepare a job search and adapt to the U.S. workforce through a variety of culturally-sensitive career services, including job assessment and counseling, job search assistance and job readiness workshops.
The Career Development Center is part of a larger organization, Jewish Family & Children's Services, which also has immigrant consultation and legal services, citizenship services.
All services are provided without regard to race, religion, socioeconomic status or ethnic heritage.
For more information or an appointment, call 412-422-5627
5743 Bartlett Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
More information at www.careerdevelopmentcenter.org

CareerLink
CareerLink is a one-stop shop that connects employers and job seekers in the most efficient manner possible. At the sites in downtown Pittsburgh, Forest Hills, and Robinson Township, highly-trained staff offers visitors a wide range of materials, consultation services, and on-line access to a comprehensive database of employment information.
Contact us at 866-317-JOBS or 412-552-7100
More information at http://www.careerlinkpittsburgh.com/index_flash.html

City of Pittsburgh Employment 
The City of Pittsburgh Employment Information Page presents the positions that we are currently recruiting for. To apply for any position listed below, click on the 'How to Apply' button. www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/personnel/html/employment_info.html

Health Careers Futures
A supporting organization of the Jewish Healthcare Foundation, was established in 2002 to ensure the future of Southwestern Pennsylvania's health care industry and work collaboratively with all stakeholders to attract, support and retain health care workers. It is the healthcare industry 'cluster coordinator' for regional workforce development initiatives.
650 Smithfield St. Ste. 2330
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Phone: 412.594.3635 Fax: 412.594.3681 
www.hcfutures.org

Oakland Planning Development Corporation- OPDC
OPDC is a community-based organization that engages in planning, development and workforce activities that contribute to the revitalization of Oakland.' They offer a job placement them program. For further information on OPDC's services, please contact them at (412) 621-7863.

Pittsburgh Human Resources Association-PHRA
PHRA is committed to serving the HR community by providing superior professional development, networking opportunities and educational resources to enhance the value of the profession. It is affiliated with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), which is the world’s largest Association, devoted to human resource management.
425 Sixth Avenue, Suite 1650
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
412-261-5537 phone 412-261-0773 fax
www.pittsburghhra.org

Pittsburgh Society of Association Executives
PSAE is a western-Pennsylvania based professional society for anyone in the association industry. The Society now offers a job-search and job-post feature specifically geared towards employment in the nonprofit world. It is free to use for job searchers and only requires a quick registration before candidates can apply for association jobs directly online.
http://careers.psae.org/

Pittsburgh Technology Council
As one of the leading change agents for Southwestern Pennsylvania's technology industry, the Pittsburgh Technology Council drives the growth, development, and retention of the region's technology-focused business and talent. Council membership currently includes over 1,800 companies, making it the largest trade association of its kind in the nation. Since 1983 the Pittsburgh Technology Council has been the principle point for connection for companies from four primary clusters of technology industry that are represented by a critical mass of businesses in Southwestern Pennsylvania.
2000 Technology Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Phone: 412-687-2700
http://www.pghtech.org/

Regional Internship Center
The RIC is dedicated to increasing the number of businesses offering internships in the region. Specifically, the RIC can help employers (1) identify projects and best practices; (2) write a job description of the duties an intern would perform; (3) advertise internship(s) to 33 colleges and universities in the region; and (4) provide support and resources during the interviewing and hiring process. Students seeking internships can also utilize the RIC by submitting their resume to the center. The RIC can match resumes to internship opportunities. All services provided by the RIC are completely free to employers and students. For more information, please contact 412-258-2685
http://www.theregionalinternshipcenter.org/

SMC Business Councils
The premier trade association for smaller businesses in Pennsylvania. SMC can help you get connected to people, programs, and services you need to succeed in today's rapidly changing marketplace. We serve small business of all kinds - our 5,000+ members include some of Pennsylvania's leading small businesses.
Phone: 412-371-1500
http://www.smc.org