West AlabamaWorks! to host hiring event in Hale County

West AlabamaWorks! and Greensboro in Hale County will host a hiring event at the National Guard Armory on Thursday, June 9 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

A press release from West AlabamaWorks! said that the event seeks to reach out to those who are unemployed or are looking for a new career. 

“As we continue our Regional Workforce Hiring Event Tours, we want to connect local business and industry with qualified candidates to fill multiple positions,” said Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama COO and West AlabamaWorks! Executive Director Donny Jones.

“Events like these make it possible to showcase regional employers in a way that will encourage job-seeking community members to take advantage of the career opportunities available in Alabama's Black Belt region,” said Jones.

Potential candidates are encouraged to wear business casual attire and have a copy of their resume. This will be a free event. 

“We know that many West Alabama employers in various industries from construction to manufacturing to healthcare face extraordinary challenges when it comes to finding qualified candidates,” said Llevelyn Rhone, President, Hale County Chamber of Commerce.

“We also know that finding the right employer and career is challenging for many Hale County residents. Having a hiring event in our community helps lessen the burden on both parties -- making it as easy as possible for both employers and job seekers to connect. West AlabamaWorks! understands the needs of both groups and events like this bridge the gap between employers and job seekers in this incredibly tight job market,” said Rhone.

Industry partners for the event are: Peco, Foster Farms, Prystup Packaging Products, Coastal Industrial Contractors, Hale County Healthcare Authority, Whitfield Regional Hospital, Naos Staffing LLC, DCH Health System, Phifer Incorporated, The Westervelt Company, Love’s and Speedco Truck Care, Globe Life Insurance, and additional employers on westalabamajobs.com.