HIRE EDUCATION PODCASTS
Welcome to Hire Education, the official podcast of the US Virgin Islands Department of Labor. Get ready to discover economic opportunities, hear success stories, and learn what makes the US Virgin Islands a great place to live and work!
Mar 4, 2021
30 Minutes
E06: An Update From Commissioner Molloy, U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Labor- Part Two
This episode features an interview with Mr. Gary Molloy, Commissioner, Virgin Islands Department of Labor. Commissioner Molloy discusses the experiences that prepared him for his current position, as well as how the Department of Labor is helping to ensure that everyone has the skills they need to meet the workforce needs of the future. You’ll also hear job seeker updates.
Mar 4, 2021
20 Minutes
E05: An Update From Commissioner Molloy, U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Labor- Part One
In part one of this two-part episode, you’ll hear from Commissioner Gary Molloy from the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Labor. You’ll hear about the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the latest on unemployment benefits, apprenticeship opportunities and more. This interview was originally recorded for 90.9 FM with Larry Boschulte, Dr. Richardson and Edgar Baker Phillips.
Jul 6, 2020
4 Minutes
Community Awareness Podcast 3: Tips for a Successful Job Interview
Astia LeBron, Public Information Officer at the USVI Department of Labor, shares tips for job seekers about how to make sure you have a successful virtual job interview.
May 7, 2020
6 Minutes
Community Awareness Podcast 2: Update on Financial Assistance for Small Business Owners Impacted by COVID-19
This episode features an interview with Mr. Gary Molloy, Commissioner, Virgin Islands Department of Labor. Commissioner Molloy discusses the experiences that prepared him for his current position, as well as how the Department of Labor is helping to ensure that everyone has the skills they need to meet the workforce needs of the future. You’ll also hear job seeker updates.
Apr 7, 2020
4 Minutes
Community Awareness Podcast 1: SBA Programs Available to Help Small Business Owners
Ted Gutierrez, State Director of the VI Small Business Development Center, discusses loan programs that are available to help small business owners who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Apr 3, 2020
6 Minutes
E04: Frequently Asked Questions During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In this episode, Commissioner Gary Malloy from the USVI Department of Labor answers frequently asked questions about the services available to job seekers and employers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mar 17, 2020
13 Minutes
E03: Introducing UVI CELL- The Center for Excellence in Leadership and Learning
In this episode, you’ll learn about UVI CELL, The University of The Virgin Islands Center for Excellence in Leadership and Learning, and how they are helping to bridge the skills gap. Discover the variety of flexible learning formats that are available, the range of topics that are covered, and how they are using data to maximize the effectiveness of their programs.
The featured guest is Suzanne Darrow-Magras, PhD, Director of UVI CELL.
Mar 17, 2020
10 Minutes
E02: An Overview of Youth Services and Apprenticeships
In this episode, you’ll hear from the Director of Youth Services and Apprenticeship Programs for the US Virgin Islands Department of Labor as he provides an overview of youth services and the most recent innovations when it comes to apprenticeships.
FEB 4, 2020
21 Minutes
E01: An Interview with Commissioner Molloy, Virgin Islands Department of Labor
This episode features an interview with Mr. Gary Molloy, Commissioner, Virgin Islands Department of Labor. Commissioner Molloy discusses the experiences that prepared him for his current position, as well as how the Department of Labor is helping to ensure that everyone has the skills they need to meet the workforce needs of the future. You’ll also hear job seeker updates.