Layoff Aversion and Response Strategies


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Rapid Response Layoff Services

The Rapid Response program helps workers to reestablish employment promptly following a layoff. Our Reemployment Services team works directly with employers to quickly connect workers to resources such as resume and interview preparation, Unemployment Insurance, and education and training opportunities. The program is flexible to meet the needs of each employer and their team.

Resources for Job Seekers

Rapid Response Guide for Employers

For localized assistance, visit our Contact Us page. 

Contact the Nebraska Department of Labor about utilizing Rapid Response if your company has made the decision to lay off employees or close a facility.

Learn more: Email NDOL.RapidResponse@nebraska.gov

Nebraska’s Dislocated Worker Program

Nebraska’s dislocated worker program helps laid-off workers get back to work as soon as possible and overcome barriers to employment. It is tailored to meet each individual’s needs. The goal of the Dislocated Worker Program is to help individuals obtain quality employment in in-demand industries.

Learn more: USDOL Retirement and Health Care Coverage Booklet for Dislocated Workers

Nebraska State Jobs

The State of Nebraska State Personnel—Talent Acquisition Team continually updates available positions on the Nebraska State Jobs website, provides opportunities through the SOS Temporary Program, and collaborates with recruiters across the enterprise to assist them in their talent acquisition needs.

State of Nebraska Resources for Military and Veterans

  • Strategic Partnership with the U.S. Army through the Partnership for Your Success program (PaYS) to connect soldiers with post-service career opportunities.
  • Veteran hiring preference.
  • Military Spouse Transition Program
  • Department of Defense Skillbridge Program
  • TRICARE Insurance Incentive Program
  • Public Servant Military Recognition Program
  • Dedicated recruiter support is available to connect veterans to job opportunities with the State of Nebraska and to remove employment barriers.
  • Additional information is available at:  https://das.nebraska.gov/personnel/sos/military.html

Nebraska Department of Veterans' Affairs (NDVA) Resources 

  • Nebraska Veterans Gateway: https://veterans.nebraska.gov/nvg - Veterans can access a suite of employment tools, including a job converter that finds civilian equivalents to military occupations, a job search tool provided through NEworks.nebraska.gov, and additional resources from the USDVA, Nebraska Department of Labor, and Nebraska State Jobs.
  • Nebraska Veterans Aid (NVA): https://veterans.nebraska.gov/nva - NVA provides temporary emergency financial assistance for veterans, spouses, and dependents to cover a range of expenses, such as food, housing, fuel, shelter, and much more.
  • State Service Office: https://veterans.nebraska.gov/vso - The NDVA State Service Office helps veterans and families apply for state, federal, and other benefits at no cost.
  • Nebraska Resource Center: https://veterans.nebraska.gov/nrc - This resource connects veterans with employment assistance and opportunities, housing resources, and much more.
  • Statewide Community Resource Directory: https://veterans.nebraska.gov/healthmap - An interactive community resource and mental health services map allows users to find and filter services from across the state related to aging and disability, community support, emergency shelter and housing, mental health, substance abuse treatment, and transportation.

Trade Adjustment Assistance

Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) is available to assist workers experiencing job loss due to US foreign trade. Loss of employment could be a result of increased imports, a shift in operations to foreign countries or a shift in the supply chain.

Learn more: dol.nebraska.gov/ReemploymentServices/LayoffServices/TradeAdjustmentAssistance

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Resources