The workforce in Clinton County is one of its greatest assets. The labor pool for all types of workers is rich and many local companies have chosen to expand here because of the strong work ethic. Clinton Community College, Champlain Valley Educational Services (which provides direct technical training on many levels) and the State University of New York at Plattsburgh (view education) all continue to provide a flexible and growing labor pool. A summary of workforce statistics is provided below. Further information may be found at the New York State Department of Labor website
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Clinton County Employment Levels by Industry (2005)
Industry
Average
Employed
Industry
Average
Employed
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, Hunting
517
Professional and Technical Services
694
Utilities
135
Administrative and Waste Services
1,028
Construction
1,226
Manufacturing
5,053
Educational Services
101
Wholesale Trade
1,185
Health Care and Social Assistance
4,762
Retail Trade
5,099
Transportation and Warehousing
1,707
Arts, Entertainment and Recreation
150
Information
508
Accommodation and Food Services
2,567
Finance and Insurance
505
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
362
Other Services
1,004
Government
7,854
Total average employment 2005 = 34,457
Manufacturing Employment Levels by Sector in Clinton County (2005)
Sector
Average Number Employed
Food Manufacturing
21
Wood Product Manufacturing
62
Paper Manufacturing
634
Printing & Related Support Activities
147
Plastics & Rubber Products Manufacturing
639
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
194
Computer & Electronic Product Manufacturing
83
Miscellaneous Manufacturing
125
(note-total breakdown by sector does not equal total
manufacturing level employment due to under-reporting)