WorkOne Western Indiana and the Indiana Army National Guard invite veterans and the general public to a job fair in Greencastle
The job fair, which is free and open to the public, will feature more than 20 employers, including Advanced Drainage Systems, Ascena Retail Group, Britt Aero, Crown Equipment, Great Dane Brazil/Malone Staffing, Indiana Dept. of Corrections, Indiana Kentucky Ohio Regional Council of Carpenters, Indiana National Guard, Indiana State Police, Kroger, PDF Inc., Phoenix Closures, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 157, Staff Management, Technifab, The Waters of Greencastle, and WorkOne Veteran Services.
In Indiana, a significant emphasis is placed on assisting veterans make the transition from the military to the civilian workforce. At WorkOne Western Indiana, a veteran’s representative is dedicated to serving veterans who are looking for jobs and supporting them on their career journey.
“Our veterans have dedicated years of their lives to serve our country,” said Lisa Lee, executive director, Western Indiana Workforce Development Board, Inc., “which is why we share a commitment to assist them along their career path. Right now, in western Indiana, there are a number of flexible jobs that don’t require a four-year degree, and even offer signing bonuses. We also encourage all job seekers to make an appointment with one of our WorkOne Centers before the job fair to polish up their resumes and beef up their interview skills.”
2 – 3 p.m. (preview for veterans)
3 – 6 p.m. (open to the public)
Greencastle Armory, 401 N. Arlington St.
“Hiring veterans is one of the smartest decisions an employer can make, as they are highly-trained and bring their strong work ethic to civilian life,” said Greencastle Mayor Bill Dory. “At the same time, WorkOne Western Indiana and the Indiana Army National Guard are excellent resources for any veteran who is interested in making a career change or securing employment. We’re proud to serve as the host city for this job fair.”
WorkOne Western Indiana serves Hoosier workers and employers in Clay, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Vermillion and Vigo counties. To learn more, visit www.workonewest.com.
