Paychecks for Patriots “Virtual” Hiring Fair Set For November 9th
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October 6, 2021
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Paychecks for Patriots
“Virtual” Hiring Fair Set For November 9th
Additional “Prep for Vets” event will help veterans prepare to get jobs at the fair
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. –CareerSource Capital Region is proud to participate in the 9th annual Paychecks for Patriots – a hiring fair dedicated to Veterans, active military, their families and the general public. The first hour of the fair is open exclusively for military veterans and the second hour is open to veterans as well as the general public.
Paychecks for Patriots Virtual Hiring Fair
November 9, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- Virtual – Online
- Registration Required
- 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. exclusive hour for veterans
- 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. open to the general public
Sixteen employers who are extremely interested in hiring military veterans in the capital area and who have current job vacancies to fill will be on-hand at the fair for video chats with registered career seekers. Currently, the following employers plan to attend: Manpower, Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, General Dynamics Land Systems, League of Southeastern Credit Unions, Capital City Bank, SynTech Systems, FBMC, Florida Department of Revenue, Florida State University, Big Bend Cares, Leon County Government, Accessibility Solutions, Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, Florida Department of Children & Families, Florida Auditor General, and CareerSource Capital Region/Dynamic Workforce Solutions.
To register for the event, career seekers should visit https://bit.ly/P4P-CSCR. There is no cost to attend.
“This year’s Paychecks for Patriots virtual hiring fair is an awesome opportunity for veterans and non-veterans to connect with employers from a wide array of industries who are looking to fill positions in the Big Bend area,” said CareerSource Capital Region Sr. Director, Trish Yahn. “We know that it can be challenging to connect with directly with hiring employers; however, this virtual hiring fair will offer career seekers the ability to interact face-to-face with employers through video conferencing. In addition, we are holding a special event to help veterans prepare for success at the hiring fair, and we hope they’ll join us for ‘Prep for Vets.’”
In addition to the virtual hiring fair, CareerSource Capital Region will hold a Prep for Vets lunch and learn event on Thursday, October 28, for military veterans to help them prepare for the hiring fair. Tips will be shared regarding resumes and interviewing and essential information on using the virtual hiring fair platform will be shared. Lunch will be served and door prizes will awarded. Registration is required and seating is limited.
Prep for Vets - October 28, 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- In-Person Event
- Registration Required
- Lunch Served
- Door Prizes
To register for the Prep for Vets Lunch and Learn, veterans should visit https://bit.ly/Prep4Vets2021 or email [email protected]. There is no cost to attend.
Further, the CareerSource Florida network is hosting multiple Paychecks for Patriots events during November across the state of Florida. State partners include the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, Florida National Guard, the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs, and the CareerSource Florida network. For information about other Paychecks for Patriots events happening across the state, visit https://floridajobs.org/paychecks-for-patriots .
CareerSource Capital Region’s Paychecks for Patriots virtual hiring fair and Prep for Vets event are exclusively sponsored by St. Mark’s Powder.
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About CareerSource Capital Region
CareerSource Capital Region connects employers with qualified, skilled talent and Floridians with employment and career development opportunities to achieve economic prosperity in Gadsden, Leon and Wakulla counties. Solutions for career seekers include one-on-one career advising, interviewing and resume-writing assistance, employment workshops, and labor market information. Solutions for employers include recruitment assistance, skills assessments for applicants, customized training, and information on tax incentives. Employers and career seekers are matched through the Employ Florida system. Most solutions are provided at no cost. This initiative was supported by the U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Agriculture as part of awards totaling $7,383,321 with 0% financed from non-governmental sources. Programs funded through CareerSource Capital Region are equal opportunity programs with auxiliary aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Persons using TTY/TTD equipment use Florida Relay Service 711. A proud partner of the American Job Center network.