WorkOne, Greencastle Armory to host job fair Wednesday

WorkOne Western Indiana and the Indiana Army National Guard are inviting veterans and the general public to a job fair in Greencastle on Wednesday, Nov. 16.

The event, which will take place at the Greencastle Armory, 401 N. Arlington St., will begin with a preview for veterans from 2-3 p.m., then will be open to the public from 3-6.

The job fair, which is free, will feature nearly 20 employers, including Advanced Drainage Systems, Ascena Retail Group, Britt Aero, Crown Equipment, Great Dane Brazil/Malone Staffing, Indiana Department of Correction, 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.”

WorkOne Western Indiana also offers a Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP), where specialists provide intensive services to meet the employment needs of disabled veterans and other eligible veterans. Significant emphasis is directed to serving veterans who are economically or educationally disadvantaged, including homeless veterans and veterans with barriers to employment. DVOP specialists spend considerable time in the community to increase participation among veterans with the greatest barriers to employment.

“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,” Greencastle Mayor Bill Dory said. “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.