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Denver Job Market Report

Denver Job Market Report

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 Welcome to the Denver Job Market Report, your ultimate resource for navigating the employment landscape in the Mile High City. Our podcast delivers timely insights, expert interviews, and the latest data on hiring trends, salary benchmarks, and career opportunities in Denver. Whether you're a job seeker aiming to advance your career or an employer looking to attract top talent, we provide actionable advice and insider tips tailored to the unique dynamics of Denver's job market. Tune in every week to stay ahead of the curve and make informed decisions in your professional journey!

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  • Denver's Robust Job Market Defies National Uncertainty, Driven by Tech, Education, and Diverse Industries

    Denver's Robust Job Market Defies National Uncertainty, Driven by Tech, Education, and Diverse Industries
    Jan 19 2026
    Denver's job market remains robust amid national uncertainties, with Colorado's unemployment rate at 3.9 percent in November 2025 according to the Gazette, down from a peak of 4.8 percent in May, though national figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show 4.6 percent at year-end. The employment landscape features steady nonfarm payroll growth, including 2,700 jobs added statewide in November per Prowers Journal reports, driven by a diverse economy. Key statistics highlight a labor force participation rate around 62 percent as noted in local analyses, with major industries encompassing aerospace, tech, healthcare, tourism, and energy; prominent employers include University of Colorado Denver, Jefferson County Public Library system, and expanding firms like Crusoe in AI infrastructure.

    Growing sectors include AI and data centers supporting big data analytics, higher education despite enrollment challenges, and travel nursing with competitive pay in Denver's health systems. Trends point to workforce expansion in tech and renewables, alongside salary transparency pushes sparked by Colorado laws and AI's influence where one in five workers know someone displaced. Recent developments feature Crusoe's workforce growth highlighted in the Denver Post on January 18, 2026, and veteran hiring initiatives from VA News. Seasonal patterns show tourism peaks in summer boosting hospitality, while commuting trends favor hybrid models reducing downtown traffic. Government initiatives like the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment's workforce centers and ACRE3 energy efficiency grants for agriculture aid job creation, though data gaps exist on precise Denver-specific unemployment and commuting stats beyond state levels.

    The market evolves toward tech diversification and remote opportunities, defying headwinds like high interest rates. Current openings include Teaching & Learning Librarian at University of Colorado Denver Auraria Library paying $60,000 to $65,000, Special & Digital Collections Department Head at the same institution at $75,000 to $80,000, and Cataloging Associate at Jefferson County Public Library in nearby Wheat Ridge at $19.65 to $24.57 hourly.

    Key findings underscore a resilient market with tech and education growth offsetting national slowdowns. Thank you listeners for tuning in and remember to subscribe. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.

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  • Denver Defies National Trends: A Robust Job Market in High-Tech Hubs

    Denver Defies National Trends: A Robust Job Market in High-Tech Hubs
    Jan 16 2026
    Denver's job market remains robust amid national cooling trends, with Colorado's unemployment rate at 3.2 percent as of January 2026 according to Corken projections, lower than the U.S. average of 4.4 percent reported by Reuters. The employment landscape features steady growth, adding roughly 18,500 jobs from mid-2024 to mid-2025 in tech, healthcare, education, and finance per Brookings data, though national job creation has slowed sharply as noted by the Kansas City Fed. Key statistics show low initial unemployment claims nationwide at 198,000, signaling limited layoffs, while Denver benefits from a low-fire low-hire dynamic with firms managing attrition rather than cuts.

    Major industries include aerospace, defense, quantum tech, and manufacturing, with top employers like UCHealth, Lockheed Martin, and incoming firms such as BlastOne International planning 97 jobs in metro Denver. Growing sectors encompass tech hubs driving AI, cybersecurity, DevOps, and quantum computing, fueled by Colorado EDC's nearly 6 million dollars in tax incentives for expansions like Project Electron adding 150 jobs in Boulder County and Project Oak in El Paso County per Denver Gazette and BizJournals. Recent developments highlight heightened ICE enforcement, fining Denver firms like CCS Denver Inc. 6.2 million dollars for hiring violations as reported by HR Logics, alongside state workforce programs under the Division of Employment and Training.

    Seasonal patterns show holiday surges boosting retail and services, while commuting trends favor proximity to Air Force bases and urban hubs, supported by stable Regional Transportation District ratings from Fitch. Government initiatives via the Colorado Economic Development Commission prioritize job growth incentives, though data gaps exist on precise Denver-specific unemployment and 2026 forecasts beyond incentives. Market evolution points to structural shifts from demographics and immigration, with tech realignment per BizJournals.

    Key findings underscore Denver's edge in high-tech growth despite national softening, offering opportunities in specialized fields. Current openings include quantum R&D engineer at Project Electron in Boulder, aerospace manufacturing roles at Project Oak near Colorado Springs, and industrial painter positions at BlastOne in metro Denver.

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  • Denver's Dynamic Job Market - A Comprehensive Look

    Denver's Dynamic Job Market - A Comprehensive Look
    Jan 12 2026
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