Sumter, state groups will host Veteran Job Fair in November

SC Works Santee-Lynches, in coordination with Sumter Economic Development, S.C. Vocational Rehabilitation Department, SCDEW S.T.A.Y.S., Quilts of Valor and its business partners, will host the Veteran Job and Resource Fair on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at Sumter County Civic Center, 700 W. Liberty St. From 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., the doors will be open to veterans only. The doors will be open to the general public starting at 9:30 a.m., and the job fair will run until 1 p.m.

The Veteran Job Fair is a dedicated hiring and networking event designed to connect military veterans, active-duty service members, reservists and members of the community with employers who value military talent. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with a variety of organizations, learn about open positions and explore career resources that support the transition into civilian employment.

The opening ceremony starts at 9 a.m., followed by opening remarks from Sen. Jeff Zell, R-Sumter, and Director William Floyd of the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce.

Many employers from the S.C. Works Santee-Lynches region are expected to participate, to include but not limited to Continental Tire, Eaton Corp., S.C. Department of Corrections, Provalus, Foundever, McLeod Health, S.C. Highway Patrol and Sylvamo. Up to 60 employers are expected to participate in the event.

There is limited space available for additional employers to register. There is no cost to participate. For more information, contact Julie Smith at JSmith@dew.sc.gov.