The Job Pod

Whether you’re looking for your first job, your NEXT job, or just like learning about other careers, you’ll find something to love on The Job Pod – the place for North Dakota’s career conversations. Join us on The Job Pod where we will talk with North Dakota employers about their businesses, learn about job getting skills, and explore careers in North Dakota.

Celebrate Second Chance Month 04/08/2024

Celebrate Second Chance Month April is Second Chance Month! In honor of Second Chance Month, we are replaying an episode featuring Eric Benson with the Cass County Sheriff's Department and the Cass County Community Supervision Program. Eric and Dusty talk about what a justice involved person can do to help their employability chances, and why employers should keep an open mind to hiring those that are justice involved. #JobPod #SecondChance #PodCast #JSND #JobServiceND /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/30736403

Celebrate National Social Work Month 03/22/2024

Celebrate National Social Work Month March is National Social Work Month and Dusty is visiting with Kayla Hochstetler-LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker), Jenna Richardson-LMSW and Andrea Dockendorf-LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). Dusty will visit with Kayla, Jenna and Andrea about why they chose the social work field, the good and bad about being a social worker and how to become a social worker. Find out more abut a career in social work and if it might be the right career path for you. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/30506508

Learn About A Career in Kinesiology 02/26/2024

Learn About A Career in Kinesiology What do you know about Kinesiology? Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of body movements. Do you know what it takes to become a Kinesiologist? Listen to the latest episode of The Job Pod and find out more! In this episode of The Job Pod, Dusty visits with Anthony Morando, the General Manager for Sanford Sports in Grand Forks, ND. Anthony shares his career journey and his background in Kinesiology. He also talks about what it takes to be successful in Kinesiology and some of the related career paths within this field. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/30100628

Celebrate Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month 02/12/2024

Celebrate Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month Dawn Ulmer, the ND CTE Strategic Project Manager and Paul Zettler, the Work Based Learning Coordinator for Grand Forks Public Schools visit with Dusty about ND CTE. Learn what Career and Technical Education is all about and how ND is growing opportunities for our students through CTE. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/29905083

Ace the Job Interview - Turning the job interview into a conversation. 02/01/2024

Ace the Job Interview - Turning the job interview into a conversation. Dusty visits with Human Resource experts, LuAnn Erickson from Amazon, Bryce Rohrich from Essentia Health and Nicole Wischnak from Job Service ND, about the do's and don'ts of job interviewing. They provide useful tips for acing the job interview and getting over the anxiety that comes with this experience. Dusty, LuAnn, Bryce and Nicole share some of their most memorable job interview experiences and discuss how to turn job interviews into conversations. This is a must listen to episode for anyone who is seeking a new position, applying for a promotion or is a first time job seeker. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/29751253

ND Workforce Safety and Insurance 12/27/2023

ND Workforce Safety and Insurance This episode of The Job Pod covers everything you would want to know about ND Workforce Safety and Insurance (WSI)! Most businesses in ND must pay for WSI, and most employees have completed some form of workplace best practices training. WSI is leading the way to keep ND workers safe and ND employer rates down. Art Thompson is the Director of ND WSI and visits with Dusty about the history of WSI; WSI from an employer’s perspective and an employee’s perspective. Mr. Thompson will also visit with Dusty about the role of the WSI Safety Team and much more. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/29248178

ND Department of Labor and Human Rights 12/11/2023

ND Department of Labor and Human Rights In this podcast you are going to learn about the North Dakota Department of Labor and Human Rights. Dusty has a conversation with the Commissioner of Labor and Human Rights for North Dakota, Nathan Svihovec. They talk about frequently asked questions that come through the ND Department of Labor and Human Rights as well as Job Service North Dakota. Take a listen and learn more about the ND Department of Labor and Human Rights /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/28989873

Celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 11/13/2023

Celebrate National Apprenticeship Week National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is November 13-19, 2023. NAW is a nationwide celebration where employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, educators, and government leaders host events to showcase the successes and value of Registered Apprenticeships. In this episode, Dusty visits with Jason Ehlert, the ND President of the Building Trades Union, about the benefits of apprenticeship programs and how they can be a win/win partnership for ND. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/28625223

North Dakota Refugee Resettlement Program 10/23/2023

North Dakota Refugee Resettlement Program Dusty and Holly Triska-Dally, the ND Refugee Services Coordinator, will visit about the ND Refugee Resettlement Program. They will also talk about the new Career Navigator positions and the partnership between Job Service ND and ND Department of Health and Human Services. https://www.hhs.nd.gov/cfs/refugee-resettlement-program /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/28396361

S2: Ep 21 National Disability Employment Awareness Month 10/09/2023

S2: Ep 21 National Disability Employment Awareness Month October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Join Dusty has he speaks with Julie Horntvet the Executive Director of the North Dakota State Council on Developmental Disabilities Jon Fettig, council member and NDUS student, and Tammy DeSautel, Job Service member on the council. Jon speaks about this journey through young adulthood as a person with a disability. Tammy speaks about being a long standing member of the council, and a mother of person with disabilities. Julie gives some information about what the council does for the citizes of North Dakota. For more information about National Disability Employment Awareness Month please visit /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/28270232

Emerging Digital Academy 08/14/2023

Emerging Digital Academy Ever thought about changing careers into the IT world? It doesn't take a four year degree to acceive your dreams! Join Dusty has he learn about the Emgerging Digital Academy from Program Director Blaine Booher. Emerging Digital Academy is part of the Emerging Prairie Company. You are 20 weeks away from the next step in your career! Checkout to learn more about innovative and life changing program, and also listen to the podcast... /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/27747870

Grand Farm Bringing Technology to Agriculture 07/31/2023

Grand Farm Bringing Technology to Agriculture Remember the Jetson's cartoon? Well Grand Farm is trying hard to bring you the Jetson's Farm! Join Dusty and his guest Brian Caroll, Co-Founder of Grand Farm as they talk about how technology is chaning farming, and bring new skills to employees. Check out to see what is happening on the farm of the not so future happening right here in North Dakota! /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/27595479

S2 E 18 Tips for Youth Entering the Workforce 06/19/2023

S2 E 18 Tips for Youth Entering the Workforce Do you remember what it was like when you started your first job, or are you a young person looking to enter the workforce? Dusty talks with Penny Stai, one of the partners of River Cinema in East Grand Forks, MN about tips for young people entering the workforce. They also talk about how parents can help set their kids up for success in the workplace, and how employers can prepare for bringing young people into the workplace. Dusty also reminisces about this eighth birthday party, and his love of movie theater popcorn. Check out River Cinema at . /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/27177906

MET INC and Job Service 06/12/2023

MET INC and Job Service Dusty speaks with Clarible Almonte, Margie Romo, and Liliana Garza, with MET Inc. about how they can help migrant and seasonal agriculture workers find training to keep them employed. The ladies share a little about what it was like growing up in migrant agriculture workers. You can visit the MET website at and reach the Grafton, ND office at (701) 352-4903 /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/27121275

North Dakota Air National Guard S2, Ep 16 05/01/2023

North Dakota Air National Guard S2, Ep 16 Are you looking to serve your state and country in a high tech way? Join Dusty has he learns about the North Dakota Air National Guard from guests MSgt Greg Peterson and TSgt Matt Frazee. The North Dakota Air National Guard play a critical roll in the defense of the United States of America with really cool planes and high tech jobs. Visit to learn more! /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/26686440

S 2, E 15 North Dakota Army National Guard 04/05/2023

S 2, E 15 North Dakota Army National Guard Do you want to serve your state and nation? The North Dakota Army National Guard is just the organization to just that. Dusty is joined by LTC Nicolette "Dasch" Daschendorf, Sergeant First Class Andrew Tanata, and Staff Sergeant Evan Messer to talk about what the North Dakota National Guard has to offer soldiers. Checkout to learn more! /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/26460531

S 2, E 14: Job Service Then and Now 03/20/2023

S 2, E 14: Job Service Then and Now Everything changes over time., and Job Service North Dakota is no different. Dusty visits with Carla Beehler, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Lead for the Grand Forks office about the changes she has seen over her 40 years with Job Service. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/26280612

S: 2 Ep 13, Job Corp in North Dakota 03/06/2023

S: 2 Ep 13, Job Corp in North Dakota What is Job Corps? Join Dusty as he talks with Dawn Nelson and Tyler Serverance with Job Corps Dakota to learn more about what Job Corps does for disadvantaged youth all across America. Visit Job Corps website at . /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/26121960

S: 2, Ep: 12 Experience the Work Place with Be More Colorful 02/22/2023

S: 2, Ep: 12 Experience the Work Place with Be More Colorful Ever wondered what a career looked like from the inside? Be More Colorful does just that with VR goggles and their website Be More Colorful CEO and co-founder Matt Chausse and Job Service North Dakota Team Lead Nicole Wischnak join Dusty to discuss how Be More Colorful is providing deeper insight into in demand careers across North Dakota. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/26015433

Matching Students with Employers through Golden Path Solutions 02/06/2023

Matching Students with Employers through Golden Path Solutions Join Dusty as he learns about how Golden Path Solutions, and North Dakota Career and Technical Education's RUReady are working to match employers with students so students can learn more about career paths in North Dakota. Dusty's guests are Patrick Mineer CEO/Founder of Golden Path Solutions, Julie Hersch Career Resource Network Supervisor with North Dakota CTE, and Carey Fry, Workforce Center manager of Job Service North Dakota's Fargo office. Golden Path Solution's website is and RUReady's website is . Checkout both of the valuable resources! /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/25788126

Work Based Learning for Engineers 01/23/2023

Work Based Learning for Engineers Dusty visits with Brady Haussler, Section Lead in the Design Dvision of North Dakota Department of Transportation's DOTSC. DOTSC stands for Depatment of Transportation Support Center, a partnership between NDDOT and North Dakota State University to give transporation engineers an opportunity for hands on learning. Dusty and Brady discuss how programs like this are important for students as they build their experience in their industry. Visit the DOTSC website at and all the careers available with the North Dakota DOT at . /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/25700481

Youth In The Workplace 01/09/2023

Youth In The Workplace Having teens in the workplace can be a scary idea, but can lead to great things. Join Dusty and his guest Raquel Nachatilo, Human Resources Director for Missouri Valley Family YMCA as they discuss youth in the workplace, and why it is important as you build your workforce for the future. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/25420545

The Labor Market Information Department 12/19/2022

The Labor Market Information Department Labor Market Information is very important for government officials, businesses, and job seekers. Join Dusty as he chats with Marica Havens, Manager of Job Service North Dakota’s Labor Market Information department, about the information, and products LMI produces to help North Dakota’s understand the labor market. The LMI site for Job Service is www.ndlmi.com /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/25280673

Tips To Nail Your Interview 12/09/2022

Tips To Nail Your Interview Do job interviews freak you out? Join Dusty and his guests, Haley Rosaasen and Kevin Phelps with True North Equipment to find out how to prepare for and nail the job interview. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/25277196

Find The Good Life In North Dakota 11/21/2022

Find The Good Life In North Dakota North Dakota is working to bring new residents to the state through the Find The Good Life campaign. Dusty talks with Melyssa Diebold, Workforce Projects Coordinator, and Job Service North Dakota Executive Director Pat Bertagnolli about how the Find The Good Life program works, why it is a first of it's kind, and how important it is for North Dakota. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/24656151

Veteran Readiness & Employment 11/07/2022

Veteran Readiness & Employment Dusty talks with Drew Nathan with Veteran Readiness and Employment which is part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Learn how veterans can apply for VR&E, and why it can be an important tool for veterans looking for training due to a VA rated disability. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/24705306

What Is North Dakota's Workforce Development Council 10/17/2022

What Is North Dakota's Workforce Development Council On this episode of the Job Pod, Dusty has guests Katie Ralston Howe, Director of the Workforce Division wtih North Dakota Department of Commerce, and Job Service North Dakota's Executive Director Pat Bertagnolli talk about the Workforce Development Council. Listen in to find out why the Workforce Development Counil plays such an important part in growing North Dakota's workforce. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/24643863

Modern Manufacturing at Marvin 10/07/2022

Modern Manufacturing at Marvin Celebrate Manufacturing Day with Dusty as he talk with Marvin's Senior Director of Operations, Chris Barta as they talk about moder manufacturing and company culture at Marvin. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/24579978

Working with Justice Involved individuals 09/06/2022

Working with Justice Involved individuals Dusty has a great conversation with Rick Gardner and Chris Clawson of Rough Rider Industries about the value in hiring justice involved individuals. Chris has the unique perspective of experiencing RRI from inside and out of the justice system. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/24231531

Working, Resting & Relaxing at ND State Parks 08/08/2022

Working, Resting & Relaxing at ND State Parks Welcome to season two of The Job Pod! Today, Dusty travels to beautiful Icelandic State Park near Cavalier to talk jobs and recreation in the Great Outdoors. His guests today are Justin Robinson, East Regional Operations Chief; Mike Duerre, Icelandic State Park Manager; and Lynn Spomer, Field Operations Administrator & Human Resourses officer at the ND Department of Parks and Recreation. They discuss THE ULTIMATE seasonal jobs and all the opportunities available for working, volunteering, and relaxing in North Dakota's state parks. /episode/index/show/thejobpod/id/23974722

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