(WWJ) There are hundreds of job openings in Wayne County. Could one be right for you?
County officials have partnered with the and the Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) to build a bridge between the college classroom and nearly 1,000 Wayne County careers.
The program will initially focus on students in pursuit of careers in criminal and civil justice, business, and public health. However, job availability is not limited to WCCS students, or these areas of expertise.
"I am excited about this mutually beneficial partnership with Wayne County Community College District; it will afford us the opportunity to build a stronger workforce in Wayne County by hiring well educated, culturally diverse and career ready individuals," said Wayne County Executive Warren Evans. "Additionally, it provides extra incentives for students to complete their studies knowing that this bridge into the workforce exists."
The two partnering organizations will host an in-person job fair over two days this weekend:
- Saturday, Oct. 27, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., at WCCCD Downtown Campus, 801 West Fort Street in Detroit.
- Sunday, Oct. 28, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., at WCCCD Northwest Campus, 8200 West Outer Drive in Detroit.
Open positions include:
Account Clerk
Accountant
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
Budget Manager
Clerical Specialist
Clerk
Court Clerk
Electrician - Buildings Division
Electrician - Department of Public Services
Hearing & Vision Technicians
Juvenile Detention Specialist
Laborer
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maintenance Worker - Parks
Maintenance Worker - Roads
Plumber
Police Officer
Registered Nurse
Senior Purchasing Agent
All positions are open to both WCCCD students and the general public, based on qualifications. Applicants should have a valid driver's license, three professional letters of reference and their most recent education transcripts (if applicable) when attending the job fair.
Wayne County will offer on-site interviews, on-site exams, and on-site job offers for critical positions. On Oct. 29, applicants can participate and apply for jobs virtually. For applicants requiring access to technology, computers will be available at the Center for Learning Technology at the WCCCD Downriver Campus, at 21000 Northline Rd. in Taylor.
"Wayne County Community College District is pleased to be a talent development partner for the Wayne County Job & Career Fair providing access to economic viability with immediate employment opportunities critically needed by residents in our communities," said Dr. Curtis Ivery, Chancellor of WCCCD.
For more information on the job fair and to register, visit www.waynecounty.com/jobfair or download the Wayne County mobile application from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
