Detr Nevada

06/01/2026

Zia Zeniou of VR Nevada was interviewed this morning at the Reno ARC about no-cost pre-employment summer camps around the state. Pre-employment camps are designed to support youth with disabilities in progressing from high school to post-secondary education and/or employment. These camps provide an interactive environment where students can explore new career paths, learn about educational opportunities, and develop a variety of essential skills to prepare them for employment. To learn more and register, visit https://vrnevada.nv.gov/students-parents/

05/30/2026

To receive unemployment benefits, remember these key requirements:
• You must be unemployed through no fault of your own
• Weekly certifications must be filed on time
• You must be physically and mentally able to work
• You must be available for work and actively seeking suitable employment
• All work and earnings must be accurately reported each week
If there’s a question about your eligibility, your claim will enter the adjudication process. During adjudication, a representative reviews the issue and gathers information to make a determination. Responding promptly to any requests helps avoid delays.
If you need help or have questions about your claim, more information is available at NUI.nv.gov.

05/29/2026

According to the DETR April 2026 economic report, Nevada's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.3%, unchanged from March. Seasonally adjusted estimates account for regular economic patterns; the following estimates are not seasonally adjusted.

In the three Metropolitan Statistical Areas, the unemployment rates were:
*5.1% in the Las Vegas area
*3.9% in Reno
*3.8% in the Carson area

Among Nevada’s counties, the lowest unemployment rate was in Humboldt County at 3.1%, and the highest was in Mineral County at 8.6%. For a look at the unemployment rate in your county, visit our Area Profiles Page https://nevadaworkforce.com/Area-Profiles/

05/27/2026

Thanks to KTNV Las Vegas for highlighting the success stories that came from a tough situation when Spirit Airlines shut down. DETR and EmployNV jumped in to provide resources and job-search help to affected employees.

https://www.ktnv.com/news/detr-helping-former-spirit-airlines-workers-find-new-jobs-after-sudden-closure

Employ NV of Southern Nevada Employ NV of Northern Nevada

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation launched rapid response career fairs to help hundreds of former Spirit Airlines workers after the airline shut down operations May 2.

05/27/2026

Congratulations to everyone involved in this project!

05/26/2026

The 2nd Annual Memorial Career Fair in Carson City is on Wednesday.

📅 May 27, 2026, 11AM - 2PM
📍 Western Nevada College, 2201 W College Pkwy, Carson City

This year’s event brings together 36 employers across eight major industry sectors: construction, finance, healthcare, hospitality, public relations, logistics, transportation, manufacturing, and public works.

It has also expanded since last year, with twice as many employers and triple the number of available positions.

“We’re proud to connect job seekers with hundreds of opportunities right in their community,” said Employment Security Division Deputy Administrator John Parel. “We hope this job fair supports both new graduates and experienced job seekers looking for their next professional step.”

Bring plenty of resumes. Walk-ins welcome! Employ NV of Northern Nevada

05/24/2026

In honor of the men and women who lost their lives serving this great nation, State of Nevada offices are closed on Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

According to the Nevada Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation’s April 2026 economic report, compared to March 2026, Nevada’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged at 5.3%, and the labor force decreased by 3,475. The seasonally adjusted total number of nonfarm jobs in Nevada was 1,610,800, representing an increase of 1.9% over the past year and an increase of 2,900 jobs since March 2026.

“April’s report continues the trend we have seen through the last several months. We again see high job growth, which is likely to remain among the fastest in the nation when data for all states is released on Friday. And we still see both a labor force participation rate and an unemployment rate higher than the national average, with a higher level of job search helping to sustain our higher levels of job growth overall,” said David Schmidt, Chief Economist.

Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) Employment (Seasonally Adjusted):
o Las Vegas employment increased by 300 jobs (less than 0.1%) since March, and an increase of 20,900 jobs (1.8%) since April 2025.
o Reno employment has seen no change since March and an increase of 5,200 jobs (1.8%) since April 2025.
o Carson City employment had a decrease of 100 jobs (-0.3%) since March, and no change in the number of jobs compared to April 2025.

To see additional labor market data view the department’s employment and unemployment dashboards located at www.nevadaworkforce.com.

05/21/2026

Congratulations to Mechelle Merrill, Deputy Administrator at VR Nevada for earning the GSD Award. Governor Lombardo and Director Chris Sewell presented Mechelle with the award. She has been ‘getting stuff done’ with the State of Nevada for 29 years! Well done 💞

05/19/2026

Your Public Safety Career is Just Getting Started! 🚒

Did you know your entry-level training in healthcare or public safety can lead to a high-level career in Emergency Management? Through the EM STEP Program at Truckee Meadows, DETR is funding a unique pathway to help students reach the next level.

What’s in it for you?
✅ Specialized Emergency Management workshops
✅ Dedicated career counseling
✅ Scholarship support to help you cross the finish line

Whether you’re in fire protection, law enforcement, or healthcare, EM STEP shows you how to turn those skills into roles like Disaster Recovery Manager or Public Information Officer.