Program Description

It's a self-employment sub-program that promotes activities designed to reduce unemployment in people 18-29 years of age. It provides the skills that young people need to begin entrepreneurial projects in the production or services industries. In addition, it addresses the problem of unemployment and encourages the development of entrepreneurs through its Self-Employment program and the Entrepreneurial Development Proposal. Participants are trained in the areas of: business administration, sales, marketing, management and accounting. Upon completing the course, participants will have developed a Business Plan for the establishment of their own business. The program also provides support, acts as a financing liaison and provides technical advice once the business is established.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Established businesses	0	500	500
students attended	0	700	700

Customers

Economically disadvantaged young people between the ages of 18 and 29 that are unemployed and/or displaced workers

Program Description

Guarantees the rights obtained through labor legislation for non-unionized workers in the private sector, specifically, with respect to minimum wages, working hours and conditions, protection of working mothers and against unjustified terminations, amongst others.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Inquiries attended	76,394	91,000	91,000
Permits issued to employers and workers	10,274	16,813	13,775
Workers' complaints processed: salaries, layoffs, bond, pregnancy, etc.	7,797	10,278	10,888

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the budget process for fiscal year 2012-2013.

Customers

All non-unionized workers in the private sector

Program Description

To provide those persons using a motor vehicle as a means of subsistence, a specific compensation when their income is interrupted by illness or a condition which keeps them from driving said vehicle. This insurance covers risk of illness, permanent disability, a stipend after the age of 65 and death of the insured, spouse or children under the age of 15.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Customers served	78,637	80,165	80,165
Drivers insurance compensations granted	1,485	1,500	1,500

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the Fiscal Year 2012-2013 budget formulation process.

Customers

Any person authorized by law to drive a motor vehicle and who, as an integral part of their work, regularly drives one and receives payment or any other form of compensation for it. Also includes those persons operating a rented vehicle on public roads, paths or private properties as part of their jobs or means of earning a living.

Program Description

To promote the welfare of all workers and their families and improved working and living conditions, via the satisfactory enjoyment of their civil rights. When claims for violations committed by employers in violation of the laws which protect employment have not been resolved at the administrative level, this program is responsible for involving the Courts in representation of the affected workers and has the responsibility of guaranteeing and protecting the rights of the workers and promoting industrial peace via the fair solution of the differences that arise between workers and employers. In addition, it has the obligation to offer adequate orientation and assessment to avoid violations of the law. Cases are submitted for review by the Program for the Administration of Labor Legislation for Non-Unionized Workers and other programs, for legal representation in court actions or in adjudicating forums for compliance with the laws and regulations of the Department of Labor and Human Resources. Execution of the sentences dictated by the courts in favor of the workers are facilitated and accelerated either for collection or imposition of embargos, as needed.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Customers served	12,705	12,705	12,705
Inquiries	2,207	2,670	2,670
Pending cases	4,946	4,946	4,946
Resolved cases	3,750	2,556	2,556

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the Fiscal Year 2012-2013 budget formulation process.

Workers with unresolved wage claims at the administrative level, workers and employers with appeals on decisions on unemployment insurance, driver's insurance, and non-work related disability and employers appealing decisions on work standards, and health and security on the job.

Program Description

Offers financial assistance to workers who lost their jobs for reasons beyond their control, and who are ready and willing to work. It also indemnifies the worker for the loss of income suffered due to his/her involuntary unemployment.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Clients benefited	1,365,615	1,267,123	1,267,123
Customers served	1,585,957	1,559,546	1,559,546
Unemployment payments (in dollars)	666,672,452	547,192,190	547,192,190

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the Fiscal Year 2012-2013 budget formulation process.

Customers

Workers who are covered by Unemployment who have become involuntarily unemployed, who are able and willing to work, includes agricultural and domestic service workers and federal, state, and municipal ex-employees as well as veterans and employers.

Program Description

Identifies, evaluates and authorizes qualified inmigrants for employment in Puerto Rico. Counsels employers, applicants, inmigrants and labor attorneys regarding the process for applying for a Work Visa.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Offers Received	600	600	600
Placed Clients	160	160	160
Referred Clients	150	150	150

Based on H-2A received. The statistical data was provided by the agency during the fiscal year 2012-2013 budget preparation process.

Costumers

Farmers and workers from other industries.

Program Description

Works toward the establishment and maintenance of industrial peace, by carrying out a series of activities geared toward reducing to a minimum the adverse effects of worker-employer conflicts, detrimental to the normal course of industry, commerce and agriculture. Provides conciliatory assistance to the parties involved in the controversy generated as a result of collective bargaining, as well as voluntary mediation service, free of cost, for the quick resolution of controversies originating from the administration, application and interpretation of the collective bargaining agreements. This unit also carries out preventive mediation activity geared toward discovering possible areas of conflict in the worker-employer relationships.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Customers served	27,131	30,700	30,700
Mediation and arbitration services	2,319	3,235	3,235

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the budget process for fiscal year 2012-2013.

Customers

Labor unions, employers and unionized employees.

Program Description

Federal Tax incentive credit was provided to private-sector businesses for hiring individuals from specific groups who have consistently faced significant barriers to employment.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Applications Received	2,604	3,005	3,005
Certified Applications	341	500	500
Denied Applications	1,456	2,600	2,600

The statistical data was provided by the agency for the fiscal year 2012-2013 budget preparation process.

Costumers

Private sector businesses that file Federal Taxes, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Supplemental Nutrition Program (SNAP) participants, ex-convicts, veterans, Administration of Vocational Rehabilitation participants and Ticket to Work Program referrals.

Program Description

Plans and coordinates programs for the Department of Labor and Human Resources and sets the guidelines for the development of public policy relating to labor issues and the use of the human resources in Puerto Rico. Also provides the administrative services that support the operating programs.

Customers

Operations and management personnel from the Department, its agencies and units.

Program Description

Conducts survey related injuries and occupational disease at around 2,500 locations. They gather information about workers including: demographics, injury type, sick leave days and type of event, to mention a few. They also conduct a census to determine the amount of work related death.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Cases Handled	270	270	270
Publications	35	35	35

The Statistical data was provided by the agency during the fiscal year 2012-2013 budget preparation process.

Costumers

Employers, students, universities, private consultant, municipal organizations, state, federal and general public.

Program Description

The program promotes the development of vocational capabilities that prepare participants to find and/or retain a job in order to become a productive and contributing member of society. The Program combines education and human development. It offers tutoring services to guide the participants towards improving their skills or to obtain a high school equivalency diploma.

It facilitates access to educational opportunities in different geographic zones through 7 vocational institutions around the Island.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Customers served	0	1,500	1,500
Participants placed in employment	0	500	500

The statistical date was information provided by the Agency during the Fiscal Year 2012-2013 budget preparation process.

Customers

Economically disadvantaged youth, 14 to 29 years old that are unemployed, out of school or are displaced workers.

Program Description

Provides statistical sample data by industry and occupation based on a study completed to publish information regarding the wages and occupation of non-agricultural establisments. Study lasted 3 years using a random sample of 10,500 non-agricultural establishment and was conducted via mail. Every year, around 3,500 establishments representing all industries participate of the survey. The establishment surveyed are selected by the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW).

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Brochures	434	300	300
Cases Handled	207	200	200
Publications	256	272	272

The statistical data was provided by the agency for the fiscal year 2012-2013 budget preparation process.

Costumers

Data is utilized by: Inmigration Certifications, Job Security, Professional Counselors, Educational and Vocational Programs Planners and in the Judicial Centers at the different nutrition assistance offices.

Program Description

In conjunction with the Bureau of Labor Statistics, provides monthly statistical sample data by industry and size, gathered using a sample of 4,500 non- agricultural establishments via mail. The establishment surveyed are selected by the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) which publishes a quarterly report that includes information about 49,000 establishments/ employers.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Cases Handled	145	145	145
Publications	12	12	12

The statistical data was provided by the agency during the fiscal yearl 2012-2013 budget preparation process.

Costumers

Employers, students, universities, private consultant, municipal organizations, state, federal and general public.

Program Description

Annual and quarterly wage data by detailed industry, total quarterly wages, average quarterly wages and worker. Data is obtained from quarterly reports submitted by employers under Puerto Rico's Job Security Act and includes the number of employees and services rendered.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Cases Handled	226	231	231

The Statistical data was provided by the agency during the fiscal year 2012-2013 budget preparation process.

Costumers

Employers, students, universities, private consultant, municipal organizations, state, federal and generic public.

Program Description

Program produces monthly and annual employment, unemployment and labor force data. Data includes monthly and annual employment, unenployment, and labor force data for regions and divisions. These estimates are key indicators of local economic conditions. Federal programs use the data for fund allocation.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Cases Handled	1,150	1,242	1,242

Employers, students, universities, private consultant, municipal organizations, state, federal and general public.

Program Description

Program produces data related to the effects of unemployment in the economy. It reports on mass layoff actions that result in workers separated from their jobs. Monthly mass layoff numbers are from establishments which have at least 25 initial claims for unemployment insurance filed against them during a 5-week period. Quarterly extended mass layoff numbers are from establishment where private sector nonfarm employers indicate that 50 or more workers were separated from their jobs for at least 30 days. Information is obtained on the total number of persons separated; the reasons for separation; worksite closures; recall expectations; and socioeconomic characteristics on Unemployment Insurance claimants' such as gender, age, race and residency.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Cases Handled	292	326	326

The statistical data was provided by the agency during the fiscal year 2012-2013 budget preparation process.

Costumers

Employers, students, universities, private consultant, municipal organizations, state, federal and general public.

Program Description

Creates a tax support system for Unemployment Insurance. Up to 1% of the Fund for the Development of Job Opportunities is set aside to promote the creation of new opportunities, extend existing jobs and modify their compensation, amongst others. Besides providing a tax break for employers, it hopes to ensure an even distribution of the costs involved in the unemployment compensation system.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Lectures to students on the importance of protecting the environment	2,150	2,100	2,100
Sponsored jobs	3,500	3,000	3,000

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the budget process for fiscal year 2012-2013.

Customers

Employers

Program Description

Works with government agencies for the implementation of affirmative action plans for jobs for young people from 16 to 29 years of age in accordance with the stipulations in Executive Order No. 43 of January 13, 1985, Administrative Bulletin No. OE-1985-43. Also collects statistics and files quarterly reports to the Labor Secretary to check the implementation of said plans.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Customers served	2,000	1,600	2,000
Participating agencies	30	35	37

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the budget process for fiscal year 2012-2013.

Customers

Unemployed youths between the ages of 16 and 29

Program Description

Provides socioeconomic statistical information, consumer price indexes, inflation and dollar valuation in order to promote the development of public policy. Also conducts research on the needs of the companies in terms of human resources, their training and their skills.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Customers served	15,876	15,926	15,976
Internet visits	28,417	30,917	33,417
Labor force surveys	21	21	21

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the budget process for fiscal year 2012-2013.

Customers

Puerto Rico's Government, the private sector, universities, centers of higher learning, high schools and elementary schools, community organizations and international organizations.

Program Description

Is a tool used by the Bureau of Labor Statistics that encompasses 7 areas of statistical information and a Field Personnel Division. Data is used to develop training programs and to help the employer understand market growth opportunities bases on the number of avalilable resources.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Cases Handled	502	647	647

The statistical data was provided by the agency during the fiscal year 2012-2013 budget process.

Employers, students, universities, private consultant, municipal organizations, state, federal and general public.

Program Description

Encourages the creation of subsidized and non-subsidized employment opportunities. It offers youth the opportunity to develop skills through short term job placement.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Cases Handled	554	1,924	1,924

Customers

The unemployed, partially disabled, college and high school students

Program Description

Serves as a link between the company and the worker, helping employers satisfy their need to recruit employees. Also offers occupational counseling services to workers who need to expand their opportunities in the job market.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Customers served	487,697	300,000	100,000
Employment Service program jobs placements	7,097	7,452	17,500
Registered persons	99,542	100,082	70,000

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the budget process for fiscal year 2012-2013.

Customers

Industrial workers covered by the Employment Security Act who have become unemployed involuntarily and who are willing and able to work, people who are legally authorized to work, employers in the private sector and all agricultural workers, domestic service providers and state and municipal government workers.

Program Description

Offers services to disable veterans and their families in order to assist and prepare them to obtain careers and maximize their employment opportunities.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Cases Handled	600	2,000	2,000
Job Placement	70	300	300
Orientations	80	500	500
Registration	1,800	4,000	4,000
Seminars	412	750	750

The statistical data was provided by the agency during de fiscal year 2012-2013 budget preparation process.

Costumers

Disable veterans and their families, employers, state and municipal governments.

Program Description

Provides training and development to low income workers 55 years and older through short term job placement.

Program Description

Ensures compliance with law dispositions which establish public policy related to on the problem of job discrimination for reasons of age, race, color, religion, political ideals, sex, social origin and nationality. Also, investigates complaints filed by employees and job applicants who allege discrimination for the reasons given.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Customers served	30,200	33,670	34,000
Employment discrimination attended complaints	1,200	1,100	1,200

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the budget process for fiscal year 2012-2013.

Program Description

Offers services to veterans and eligible spouses to increase employment and job market opportunities.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Cases Handled	600	2,000	2,000
Job Placement	70	300	300
Orientations	80	500	500
Registration	1,800	4,000	4,000
Seminars	412	750	750

Costumers

Veterans and eligible spouses that are capable and available for employment, state and municipal government.

Program Description

Promotes the implementation of federal and state safety and health standars in the work environment through memos, inspections and related complaints in the public sector as well as the private.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Customers served	295,562	300,111	356,579
Safety and health at work inspections	1,558	1,510	1,510

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the budget process for fiscal year 2012-2013. Safety and health inspection data comes from the Micro to Most INSPB.

Customers

Central and municipal government and private sector employees, as well as their employers.

Program Description

Establishes temporary disability insurance for workers who lost their income as a result of illness or injury.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Customers served	26,877	31,757	31,958
Investigations of temporary non occupational disability complaints	89	91	93

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the budget process for fiscal year 2012-2013.

Customers

Government employees, corporation employees that function as a private entity, dependents of insured, employers and insurance companies.

Statistical Data	2011	2012	2013
Customers served	3,244	3,400	3,600
Employment seminars	1,403	1,600	1,800
Guidance on the constitution and organization of labor unions	267	350	400
Jobs placements	595	695	795
Registered for job placement	1,736	2,000	2,300

The statistical data was provided by the Agency during the budget process for fiscal year 2012-2013.

Customers

Young university students who are legally authorized to work.

FISCAL YEAR 2012-2013 PROPOSED BUDGET

The proposed consolidated budget for Fiscal Year 2012-2013, amounts to $131,207,000. This amount includes $10,409,000 from the Joint Resolution - General Fund, $2,810,000 from Special Appropiations, $85,833,000 from State Special Funds, $31,568,000 from Federal Funds and $587,000 in Revenues from Internal Sources.

Operating Expenses reflect a decrease of $3,791,000, when compared to the funds assigned for fiscal year 2011-2012 due to the implementation of an Early Retirement Incentive Program and as a result of Reorganization Plan No. 4-2011 that merged the functions of the Right to Work Administration and the Administration of Future Entrepreneurs with the Department of Labor and Human Resources.

Funds from the Joint Resolution - General Fund will be used to meet the agency's duties and obligations. Special Appropriations funds will be used to created job opportunities through the Job Opportunities and Summer Jobs Program for the Unemployed, Partially Disabled and Students.

State Special Funds are assigned through legislation. Revenues from Internal Sources are generated by leasing property to other agencies and the private sector.

Reorganization Plan No. 4-2011 goal was to provide a structure that meets citizens' service expectations and provides better quality of life while at the same time reducing expenses, strategically aligning resources and by providing citizens better access to services.

The proposed budget incorporates the historical budget of the three (3) organizations. In addition, it includes the new programmatic structure.