The CNMI Department of Labor (Tinian) is tasked with enforcing CNMI Labor laws pursuant to its powers, duties and authority under the N.M.I. Administrative Code, Subchapter 80-10. Other tasks our department performs may include assisting status qualified applicants attain employment within the private sector and to leverage stakeholder resources and services to develop work skills for employment and career advancement opportunities. We assist private sector employers meet goals in relation to the workforce participation objectives and requirements as outlined in their workforce plans. The department is comprised of the Division of Employment Services, Labor Enforcement Section and Administrative Services Section. We provide services to status qualified applicants; CNMI permanent residents; U.S. permanent residents and their immediate relatives; foreign national workers; and private sector employers.