Unemployment Rate Levels Despite Jobs Available

Missouri’s unemployment rate remains flat for the seventh month in a row despite the number of help wanted ads online and signs in store windows.

Since January, Missouri’s unemployment rate has remained basically flat. The rate ticked down from 4.3% in June to 4.2% in the July report. The reported January 2021 rate was also at 4.3%.

Need a job? There are a lot of places that are desperate for help. Some even offer hundreds of dollars in sign-on bonuses. Here’s a sample of job postings from the Kearney Job Board Facebook group facilitated by the Kearney Chamber of Commerce:

  • Hand in Hand daycare/preschool in Kearney is hiring! Please give Julie a call at 628-2807 if you're interested or have any questions.

  • Assured Healthcare in Liberty, MO specializes in Private Duty Nursing, providing one-on-one patient care. Submit your resume or call us today at 816-415-8200 for more information.

  • Proline Painting & Cabinet Refinishing is looking for a cabinet finisher and also an individual to train in the finishing of cabinets. Contact: 816-365-0037

  • Verizon in Kearney and Excelsior Springs are looking for two full-time Sales Associates for immediate hire. For more information call 816-986-8777 or visit either location at the following addresses: 408 W. 6th Street, Kearney, MO 64060, or 122 Corum Rd., Excelsior Springs, MO 64024.

  • Liberty Hospital is now hiring housekeeping for all shifts: FT, PT, PRN. Starting pay for no experience is $13.75/hour plus shift differentials and benefits. Phone/virtual and in-person interview options are available. Apply for EVS Technician openings now:  www.LibertyHospital.org/Careers

  • Paisley Perk is looking for someone that wants a permanent position and join our team at the coffee shop. Must be flexible, hardworking, available weekends and at least 18 years old. If you are interested call the shop at (816) 635-2427, or email Terry @ terry@paisleycandle.com

KPGZ News - Brian Watts contributed to this story