Job Service North Dakota Executive Director to Retire in June

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(KNOX) – Gov. Kelly Armstrong thanked Job Service North Dakota Executive Director Pat Bertagnolli for his leadership of the agency over the past four years after Bertagnolli announced his retirement effective June 12.

“Pat brought an unmatched energy and enthusiasm to Job Service. Whether here in North Dakota or traveling outside the state, he was quick to tell anyone and everyone about our abundant job opportunities and great communities,” Armstrong said. “Under Pat’s leadership, Job Service made significant strides in removing barriers to employment and helping job seekers find employers. He went the extra mile to inform students about the quality career opportunities right here at home and address workforce needs through a variety of programs. We deeply appreciate Pat’s service and wish him all the best in his next chapter.”

Bertagnolli has led Job Service since February 2022. During his tenure, the Job Service team worked collaboratively to advance workforce priorities and deliver strong outcomes for the state, earning strong rankings nationally for both the Workforce Services and Unemployment Insurance divisions. The agency’s partnership with the state Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation continued to strengthen the Job Placement Partnership, while the H‑2A temporary agricultural visa program also expanded significantly.

Under Bertagnolli’s leadership, the Job Service team also enhanced employer resources through a growing collection of webinars focused on work‑based learning, labor market information, veteran hiring and opportunities for justice‑involved individuals, and helped establish a Legislative Open House to strengthen connections between lawmakers and state agencies. Through his service on the state Career & Technical Education Board, Job Service supported youth engagement and worked to align agency efforts with the governor’s workforce priorities.

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