WHEREAS, older workers play an increasingly important role in maintaining Alaska’s economy and leadership in the global marketplace, adding depth in perspective, social networks, and talent; and
WHEREAS, seniors represent a growing percentage of the State’s population with many working past retirement age, and becoming an increasingly important segment of our workforce. Alaskans aged 55 and older represent 22 percent of the workforce, an increase from 13 percent in the 2010 Census; and
WHEREAS, many seniors continue to find value through work and bring assets to the workplace such as a strong work ethic, resourcefulness, a lifetime of valuable career skills and technical knowledge, as well as maturity that assists in mentoring new employees, promoting resiliency, and reducing turnover; and…