State Labor Commissioner James J. McGowan today announced the Labor Department, in cooperation with the Sullivan County Center for Workforce Development, will sponsor the Sullivan County Career Ladder Job Fair on May 19, at the Apollo Mall, in Monticello. More than 75 employers are expected to attend the event to conduct interviews and meet with job seekers. The event will take place on Friday, May 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Apollo Mall, in Monticello.
Admission is free to the public.
Job fairs are a wonderful opportunity for job seekers to explore career opportunities and for employers to meet and hire qualified workers, said State Labor Commissioner James J. McGowan. Hosting job fairs is just one way the Department of Labor can help businesses find workers and help people find jobs. Job seekers are invited to bring their resumes and speak to local employers about many available career opportunities. Employers will be recruiting for positions such as health aide, nurse s aide, LPN, RN, physical therapist, respiratory therapist, customer service representative, chef, underwriter, financial analyst and sales clerk. Employers representing various industries including health care, banking and finance, travel and tourism, retail and government will be represented.