Employment services in Alaska encompass various programs aimed at assisting individuals in finding and maintaining employment. These services include: 

• Vocational rehabilitation 

• Job placement assistance 

• Employment agency services 

• Training and skill development 

2. Regulations 

The primary regulations governing employment services in Alaska include: 

• Alaska Statutes Title 23, Chapter 15 (Employment Services) 

• Alaska Administrative Code (AAC) 7 AAC 130.270 (Employment Services) 

• Alaska Administrative Code (AAC) 8 AAC 10 (Private Employment Agencies) 

3. Licensing or Certification 

Licensing is required for employment agencies operating in Alaska.

4. Responsible State Agency 

The Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development, specifically the Division of Labor Standards and Safety, is responsible for licensing and regulating employment agencies. 

5. Application Process 

The application process involves submitting required documents to the Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Forms must be requested directly from the department. 

6. Required Documentation 

Required documentation includes: 

• Completed application form (to be requested from the department) 

• $10,000 surety bond 

• Payment of the $10 agency fee 

7. Timeline for Approval 

The exact timeline for approval is not specified in the provided information. 

8. Pre-Application Process 

There is no specific pre-application process mentioned in the provided information. 

9. Pre-Application Training 

No specific pre-application training is mentioned, but agencies must comply with state regulations and standards. 

10. Additional Notes 

• Employment agencies must maintain a register of applicants and job orders. 

• Agencies are required to keep records open for inspection by the department. 

• There are limitations on the conduct of employment agencies, including restrictions on fee structures and prohibited acts. 

• As of February 2025, Alaska employers must pay employees one and a half times their regular hourly wage for any hours worked over eight hours in a day. 

• Alaska has comprehensive anti-discrimination laws that cover all employers, regardless of company size. 

• Employers are responsible for maintaining a safe working environment and must comply with Alaska Occupational Safety and Health (AKOSH) regulations.