EDITORIAL: The value of the August Employ Baldwin job fair

Published 2:17 pm Wednesday, July 31, 2024

The unemployment rate in Baldwin County has crept up in recent month, a trend seen throughout Central Georgia. That’s likely because recent spring and summer graduates have entered the job market, which means employees are looking for work.

But as the number of job seekers has increased, so too, has the job availability. Georgia’s labor force increased to nearly 5.4 million last month, according to the Georgia Department of Labor.

Businesses and those searching for a job — pay close attention to the upcoming Employ Baldwin job fair.

This event is a way for employers and potential employees to connect right here in Baldwin County.

This year’s Employ Baldwin job fair is slated for Aug. 22 from 3 to 6 p.m. on the Milledgeville campus of Central Georgia Technical College.

The event is free for job seekers.

Last year nearly 200 prospective employees attended the event, which has grown each year since it was launched four years ago, and there were more than 25 businesses on hand seeking employees. That’s a great sign that jobs are available here in Baldwin County.

If you are looking for a job, mark your calendar for this event. If you’re an area business seeking to fill positions — make sure that you are represented.

This event is worth your time and has the potential to be a great networking opportunity.

There are jobs available in Milledgeville and Baldwin, and businesses are hiring.

Thank you to the Chamber of Commerce for putting this event together for the community.

Make plans to network and connect at this event next month.

For more information call Leah Frazier at the Chamber office at 478-453-9311 or email lfrazier@milledgevillega.com.