Florida's Minimum Wage Increase Effective January 1, 2012

Florida’s minimum wage is currently $7.31 per hour, effective June 1, 2011. Beginning January 1, 2012, Florida’s minimum wage will be $7.67 per hour, which is a 4.9% (or $0.36) increase from last year due to the change in the Consumer Price Index.

Employers of “tipped employees” who meet eligibility requirements for the tip credit under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) may count tips actually received as wages under the FLSA. However, the employer must pay “tipped employees” a direct wage. Effective January 1, 2012, the new minimum wage for tipped employees should become $4.65 per hour plus tips.

Need Training? Update Your Skills?

Do you need training or just want to update your skills?  Check out Education Services. Here you can find a suitable training or educational program, as well as information on training providers and schools.  

Don't Stop Looking For A Job During The Holidays!

Don't quit your job search just because you think companies aren't hiring. Despite the down job market, companies are hiring and they don't stop just because it's the holidays. You may not find as many openings as you will after the first of the year, but you may find there's less competition for the jobs that are available.

Ten Steps to Find a New Job by Alison Doyle

To find out the top ten steps you can take to find a new job, including where to look for jobs, the top job sites, how to use your connections, how to ace the interview, how to follow up, and more advice on how to get a job click here.  Best of luck!

Need To Print Or Fax A Resume? Your Library Can Help!

 The Niceville Library provides free photocopying and faxing of resumes to all job seekers, in addition the Reference Staff will provide assistance to those applying for their unemployment compensation.