Employment

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Summer months are typically thought of as good months for employment in Colorado. While it isn't the case this summer in the state as a whole, Western Colorado has seen an increase in people finding jobs.

Since losing the only employee earlier this year, the Rifle Workforce Center has only been able to operate part-time. Now, thanks to a new employee, the center is back to work full-time.

After seeing stagnant or declining employment in Mesa County over the past several months, things are starting to look up.

As western Colorado heads into the summer tourist season, the employment situation in Mesa County hasn't changed, at least for the last couple of months.

Hilltop in Grand Junction will be searching for new employees at their first ever job fair.

Mesa County unemployment took a turn in the wrong direction from February to March with unemployment increasing while the state average decreased.

Colorado's job market is mixed with some growth, but not all of the state is experiencing it at the same rate.

For those looking for a little cash and  temporary employment, there are summer jobs available in Grand Junction.

When it comes to states with the healthiest economies, Colorado is is near the top.