State reaches out to fired Massachusetts federal workers with new website
BOSTON (WWLP) – The Healey administration launched a new website Friday to connect fired federal workers with job opportunities and training resources in Massachusetts.
More than 46,000 Massachusetts residents work for the federal government, across sectors like public administration, education, transportation, warehousing and the postal service, Healey's office said. The new portal comes as the Trump administration, particularly the Department of Government Efficiency headed by Elon Musk, fires droves of federal workers.
'Donald Trump and Elon Musk have been recklessly firing essential public servants who care for our veterans, support our fishing industry, protect consumers, maintain our parks and more. The good news is that Massachusetts is home to world class talent and employers who are eager to hire, and we know members of our federal workforce have the skills to make a difference here,' Healey said in a statement Friday afternoon. 'To all of our federal workers – if you're fed up with the damaging tactics of Trump and Musk, we want you to consider continuing your career here in Massachusetts, whether that's in state or local government or in one of our many thriving industries.'
State officials did not immediately specify how many federal workers in Massachusetts have been fired or laid off since the start of the new Trump administration.
The state's new website, dubbed by the administration as 'Fed Up,' features more than 160,000 job postings across the private and public sectors, Healey's office said. It pulls together resources and openings from other websites, including the state's MassCareers and MassTalent portals, plus the Massachusetts Municipal Association's job board.
With the Trump administration planning to lay off 80,000 workers at the Department Veterans Affairs, Healey's office said the state website also offers veteran-specific employment resources.
'Veterans are essential to the federal workforce, and these layoffs threaten both their livelihoods and the critical services they provide,' Veterans Services Secretary Jon Santiago said. 'Massachusetts is stepping up to ensure they have opportunities to continue their mission. We encourage every affected worker to explore opportunities in Massachusetts, where their dedication and expertise are valued.'
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