Temp workers rise in Ohio amid mixed outcomes
In Ohio 2012 temp staffing covered 105,412 people up from 73,757 in 2009 with average annual pay $22,512 and weekly $433. Some workers praise flexibility and potential paths to full-time work, while others face pay cuts, insecurity, and deteriorating benefits. Experts cite ACA uncertainty and a rise of a precarious labor class as temp use grows statewide.
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Ohio
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mayham
Connie Adam
Middletown
Butler
Clark
Darke
Greene Miami
Montgomery Warren
Wage data adjusted to 2011 dollars in BLS analysis
The source notes inflation adjustments to 2011 dollars for wages and claims data, with figures compiled from U S Bureau of Labor Statistics. County details for Greene and Miami are included in the dataset.
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U.S. Bureau OF Labor Statistics
Champaign
Preble Counties
U.S. Bureau OF Labor
Temp work surge seen amid skilled-labor shortage in Dayton area
The Dayton region faces a rise in temporary employment as skilled labor remains scarce, with workers like Tina and Tom noting limited benefits and financial strain. Experts argue the shift is nuanced, driven by more part-time roles while full-time jobs lag, affecting democracy and worker security. Miranda Maher remains a driver of pay-to-play school activities, while others like Ericka Wolford seek permanent hire amid intermittent recalls.
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Michelle
Bellefontaine
Glenn Couch
Middletown
Tom Maher
Manpower
Dayton Inc
ACA
Shawn,Cassiman
University of Dayton
McDonald’s
Doug Barry
Barry Staff
Barry
Temp
Mayham
Robert Davis
West Dayton
Dayton
Davis
Mallory Pohlman
Oakwood
Peace Corps
U.S
Africa
Pohlman
Debra Heckler
Springfield
Heckler
Couch
Maher
Office of Manpower
Thomas E. Maher Sr
Air Force
Compa
Manpower of Dayton Inc
Roberts
Miranda
Beavercreek High School
Richard Stock
Labor Department
Stock
Cassiman
Tina Boyd
Boyd
LexisNexis
Ericka Wolford
Wolford
BarryStaff
Temporary workers share real stories in uncertain economy
Middletown Journal reporters Mary McCarty and Kara Driscoll explore the broader economy by talking with temporary workers whose experiences reveal how job insecurity affects daily life. Interviews highlight wage trends, hours fluctuations, and personal strategies for navigating unstable contracts.
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Middletown Journal
Mary McCarty
Kara Driscoll
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