NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Aug. 11, 2023
Media Contact: Keeler.Crawford@labor.idaho.gov

Historically low unemployment continues to boost wages and the number of job openings in northern Idaho. Many of those jobs will be featured at a hiring event Aug. 16 in Post Falls.

Job seekers will find a large variety of job opportunities from construction work to caregiving. Many of the more than 25 employers represented are looking to fill multiple positions.

The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Idaho Department of Labor Post Falls office, 600 N. Thornton St.

A sampling of job titles includes machine operator, cashier/shipping clerk, caregivers, sales reps, corrections officer, cook, warehouse associate, painters, afterschool coaches, dental assistant, tax professionals, welder, CNC machinist, millwright, forklift operator, transportation dispatch and many more.

Employers include Aerotek, Kootenai Health, Mentor Idaho, Madden Industrial Craftsmen, ABM, Primerica, Post Falls School District, Spokane County Jail, Bass Pro/Cabela’s and several others.

Historically low unemployment continues to boost wages and the number of openings available.

For a list of employers scheduled to attend and jobs available, see the Idaho Department of Labor online calendar at labor.idaho.gov/calendar.

The event is free to attend. Job applicants are encouraged to bring a resume, dress to meet potential employers and be prepared to speak directly with company recruiters and HR personnel.

Interviewing, resume and other job search tips from the Department of Labor are online at labor.idaho.gov/publications. Search under Job Seeker Publications.

Customers with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to participate can contact Keeler Crawford 208-457-8789 ext. 3940. To access the Idaho Relay Service for the deaf and hard of hearing, dial 711.

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The Idaho Department of Labor’s employment services programs are 100% funded by Wagner-Peyser Act grants from the U.S. Department of Labor.