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Join the Paychecks for Patriots Hiring Fair: 25 Employers Ready to Hire on Nov. 5th!

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November 1, 2024                                                                                             

 

Contact: Carrine Anaeto

Mobile: (850) 508-1698

 

Paychecks for Patriots ~ Paychecks for All 

Hiring Fair Set for November 5th

25 Employers with Multiple Job Openings to Attend 

 

GADSDEN, JEFFERSON, LEON, & WAKULLA COUNTIES, FL–CareerSource Capital Region is proud to participate in the 12th annual Paychecks for Patriots – a hiring fair dedicated to Veterans, eligible dependents, active military, and the general public. This year, Paychecks for Patriots is Powered by Hope Florida and is presented in partnership with Hope Florida, FloridaCommerce, CareerSource Florida, and the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs. 

 

Paychecks for Patriots Hiring Fair 

November 5th, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon


  • 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. exclusive hour for veterans and eligible dependents
  • 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon open to the public


 Tallahassee State College

Workforce Development Building

444 Appleyard Dr.

Tallahassee, FL 32304 
  
Walk ins Welcome! 

Career Seeker Registration Link – bit.ly/P4P-CSCR

 

Twenty-five employers, who are motivated to hire military veterans in the capital area and who have current job vacancies for various roles, will be in attendance. This event is offered at no cost to attendees and gives everyone an opportunity for face-to-face interactions with employers. In addition, several organizations that offer support for military veterans will be in attendance to provide resources and information.

 

Employers planning to attend include: *

 


 

Agency for Healthcare Administration

Agency for Persons with Disabilities

Apalachee Center

Capital City Bank

Cone Distributing

Consolidated Dispatch Agency

Department of Health Division of Medical Quality Assurance

Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles

Department of Revenue

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation

Florida Department of Children and Families

Florida Department of Corrections

Florida Department of Environmental Protection

Florida Department of Management Services

Florida State University

GT Technologies

Hardee's 

Leon County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller

Lively Technical College

Manpower

Serenity Home Care Agency

St. Marks Powder

Tallahassee State College

Tri Eagle Sales

 

*Employers attending are subject to change.
 
The types of jobs available at this Hiring Fair may include but are not limited to:  

 

  • Healthcare positions
  • Maintenance & Repair Workers
  • Network Administrator
  • Correctional Officer
  • Administrative Specialist
  • And many others.


“This year’s Paychecks for Patriots hiring fair offers veterans and the public an outstanding opportunity to connect with local employers and explore career paths they may not have previously considered,” said Brooklyn Enders, Local Veterans Employer Representative at CareerSource Capital Region. “We know networking is key to career success, and this event gives career seekers a direct way to engage with employers and uncover opportunities that align with their aspirations, potentially leading to meaningful employment.”

 

Veterans resource organizations planning to attend include: 

 

  • HOPE Florida
  • Troops for Teachers
  • Veterans Administration
  • Veterans Florida


To register for this FREE event, veterans, eligible dependents and all other career seekers should visit bit.ly/P4P-CSCR.  

 

CareerSource Capital Region’s Paychecks for Patriots hiring fair is 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 $5,399,720 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.