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Attendance at the state’s inaugural State Agency Job Fair surpassed expectations as 1,200 prospective employees attended the event held in Montgomery. The job fair was the first of its kind hosted by the Alabama Department of Workforce, the Alabama State Personnel Department, the City of Montgomery and WSFA News.
Nearly 2,000 available state jobs were posted on the department’s website from 45 state agencies. The greatest needs were for IT technicians, social workers, accountants, correctional officers and transportation maintenance mechanics. Positions range in locations across the state.
“The inaugural State Agency Job Fair was a great success and a strong reminder of what we can accomplish when we work together. I’m proud of the collaboration and leadership shown by Secretary Greg Reed, the Alabama Department of Workforce, the State Personnel Department and all our participating agencies. I met with both employers and job seekers, and I saw the opportunities this event created for so many. When we connect the talent in our own backyard to careers in public service, we strengthen our workforce and keep our state government operating most effectively for Alabamians,” said Governor Kay Ivey.
“This was a truly amazing event, and I believe that the attendance speaks for itself,” said Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed. “We know, like many employers across Alabama know, that there is a tremendous need for qualified workers. The State of Alabama is no different. This collaboration with the State Personnel Department, the City of Montgomery, and WSFA News hopes to help alleviate that challenge when it comes to state employment. State jobs have good benefits and salaries, and offer a solid, long-term career for many employees.”
“I echo Secretary Reed that this inaugural event was a resounding success, and a testament to the collaborative efforts of the Department of Workforce and State Personnel, along with the City of Montgomery and WSFA,” said Alabama Personnel Department Director Laury Morgan. “I also want to thank all of the state agencies that participated for their support. As we have said before, there are many opportunities for individuals of all levels of skill, experience, and education. We are confident that many of the job seekers in attendance will soon discover that, in addition to all of the wonderful benefits, state employment is much more than job; it’s a career of service to our great state!”
The event was held at the Multiplex at Cramton Bowl in Montgomery on April 17. Additionally, high school seniors from multiple area high schools attended on April 16, in order to expose young workers to the state employment market. Many state jobs require no college education, and some offer on-the-job training as well.
For more information on state agency employment, please visit www.personnel.alabama.gov, or visit your local career center for assistance in applying for these jobs. A listing of career centers can be found at: www.labor.alabama.gov.
