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  • WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS – February 26

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS – February 26

    WorkSource Pierce in partnership with American Veterans Post 1 (AMVETS) will be hosting a one-day in-person job fair on Thursday, February 26 from 10 am to 1 pm, at 5717 S. Tyler St, Tacoma, WA.

    Attend this FREE event and meet with company representatives to learn more about their job opportunities, and prosperous careers. Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses will have priority; however, the event is open to All Job Seekers!

    Industries Represented at This Event

    Based on the employers currently registered, job seekers can expect opportunities in:

    • Aerospace & Manufacturing
    • Skilled Trades & Technical Services
    • Home Care & Healthcare Support
    • Security & Protective Services
    • Public Transit & Transportation
    • Energy & Utilities
    • Federal & State Government Agencies
    • Law Enforcement & Corrections
    • Logistics & Warehousing
    • Military & Defense (JBLM‑related roles)

    These sectors include roles such as machinists, technicians, caregivers, security officers, transit operators, utility workers, administrative staff, and more.

    Many employers will have immediate openings, and several offer ongoing hiring pipelines.

    Job Seeker Registration

    https://forms.office.com/g/wap9K95pHH

    Event Details:

    AMVETS Job Fair

    Thursday, February 26, 2026
    10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    AMVETS Post 1
    5717 S. Tyler St., Tacoma, WA 98409

  • WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS – October 23

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS – October 23

    WorkSource Pierce in partnership with American Veterans Post 1 (AMVETS) will be hosting a one-day in-person job fair on Thursday, October 23rd from 10 am to 1 pm, at 5717 S. Tyler St, Tacoma, WA.

    Attend this FREE event and meet with company representatives to learn more about their job opportunities, and prosperous careers. Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses will have priority; however, the event is open to All Job Seekers!

    Although employer registration is still underway, below is a snapshot of the career fields and opportunities expected at the job fair.

    Industries Represented Include:

    Skilled Trades & Technical Class A Drivers, Machinists, CNC Programmers, Auto Mechanics, Forklift Operators, Warehouse Specialists, Assemblers, Fabricators

    Food Service & Hospitality Dining Facility Attendants, Line Cooks, Custodians, EVS Associates, Cook/Baker (Correctional Facility)

    Healthcare & Social Services Caregivers, CNA’s, Home Care Aides, Dental Hygienists, Registered Nurses, Peer Advocates, Employment Consultants

    Security & Protective Services Unarmed and Armed Security, Patrol Division, Security Guards, Police Officers, Dispatchers

    Government, Public Safety & Corrections Juvenile Rehabilitation Officers, Corrections Officers, Border Patrol Agents, Customs Officers, Marine Interdiction Agents

    Administrative & Professional Services Office Clerks, IT Support, HR, Education, Recruiters, Financial Professionals, Benefits Administrators

    Military & Defense Infantry, Engineering, Intelligence, Mechanics (JBLM-based roles)

    This job fair will feature employers with current and upcoming openings across these sectors. Many positions are posted regularly and remain open for five days, with consistent availability in retail, food service, and healthcare roles.

    Please click the link to pre-register: https://forms.office.com/g/V6uHKMX43R

    Email Marcus Warren at marcus.warren@esd.wa.gov if you have additional questions.

    Event Details:

    AMVETS Job Fair

    Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
    10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    AMVETS Post 1
    5717 S. Tyler St., Tacoma, WA 98409

  • WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS – February 27

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS – February 27

    WorkSource Pierce in partnership with American Veterans Post 1 (AMVETS) will be hosting a one-day in-person job fair on Thursday, February 27th from 10 am to 1 pm, at 5717 S. Tyler St, Tacoma, WA.

    Attend this FREE event and meet with company representatives to learn more about their job opportunities, and prosperous careers. Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses will have priority; however, the event is open to All Job Seekers!

    Featured employers below (subject to change):

    • Adult Protective Services
    • Airstreams Renewables
    • Around the Sound
    • Cascade Senior Living Services
    • Consumer Direct Care Network-Washington
    • Customs and Border Protection – CBP
    • DSHS Behavioral Health Administration
    • Federal Bureau of Prisons
    • General Dynamics Land Systems
    • Grand Canyon University
    • Helpful Hands, Inc
    • IDI Insulation Distributors
    • King County Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention
    • Korean Women’s Association, KWA Home Care
    • Liberty Military Housing
    • Operation Military Family
    • Outreached Youth LLC
    • Parker Hannifin – Exotic Metals Forming Division
    • Pierce County Security
    • Pierce Transit
    • Skookum
    • SmartTalent
    • Tacoma Police Department
    • Transportation Security Administration
    • Triumph Group Yakima
    • Trudy’s Hallmark
    • US Navy Reserve
    • UW Medicine
    • WA Cares Fund
    • WA Dept of Veterans Affairs
    • Washington State Employee Credit Union (WSECU)
    • West Sound Workforce
    • MultiCare Health System
    • Tacoma Community College

    Please click the link to pre-register: https://forms.office.com/g/aRUE5L1sHq

    Email Marcus Warren at marcus.warren@esd.wa.gov if you have additional questions.

     

    Event Details:

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS

    AMVETS Post 1
    5717 S Tyler St.
    Tacoma, WA 98409

    Thursday, February 27, 2025
    10am – 1pm
  • WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS – August 15

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS – August 15

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS

    Thursday, August 15, 2024

    WorkSource Pierce in partnership with American Veterans Post 1 (AMVETS) will be hosting a one-day in-person job fair on Thursday, August 15th from 10 am to 1 pm, at 5717 S. Tyler St, Tacoma, WA.

    Attend this FREE event and meet with company representatives to learn more about their job opportunities, and prosperous careers. Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses will have priority; however, the event is open to All Job Seekers!

    Meet employers in these industries:

    • Administrative
    • Aviation
    • Caregivers
    • Commercial Drivers
    • Construction
    • Customer Service
    • Defense
    • Education
    • Engineering
    • Finance
    • Government
    • Healthcare
    • Housing
    • Industrial Cleaning & Environmental Services
    • Law Enforcement
    • Light Industrial
    • Mail delivery
    • Manufacturing
    • Military
    • Retail
    • Social Work/Nursing
    • Security
    • State Gov`t
    • Transportation
    • and more!

    Please click the link to pre-register: https://forms.office.com/g/0R3iwncSW7

    Email Marcus Warren at marcus.warren@esd.wa.gov if you have additional questions.

    Event Details:

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS

    AMVETS Post 1
    5717 S Tyler St.
    Tacoma, WA 98409

    Thursday, August 15, 2024
    10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  • WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS – January 18, 2024

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS – January 18, 2024

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS

    January 18, 2024

    WorkSource Pierce in partnership with American Veterans Post 1 (AMVETS) will be hosting a one-day in-person job fair on Thursday, January 18th from 10 am to 1 pm, at 5717 S. Tyler St, Tacoma, WA.

    Attend this FREE event and meet with company representatives to learn more about their job opportunities, and prosperous careers. Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses will have priority; however, the event is open to All Job Seekers!

    Meet employers in these industries:

    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Law Enforcement
    • Security
    • Healthcare
    • Hospitality
    • Logistics
    • Aerospace
    • Government Contracting
    • and more!

    Please click the link to pre-register: >Register<

    Email Marcus Warren at marcus.warren@esd.wa.gov if you have additional questions.

    Event Details:

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS

    AMVETS Post 1
    5717 S Tyler St.
    Tacoma, WA 98409

    Thursday, January 18, 2024
    10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  • WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS – August 22

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS – August 22

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS

    August 22, 2023

    WorkSource Pierce in partnership with American Veterans Post 1 (AMVETS) will be hosting a one-day in-person job fair on Tuesday, August 22nd from 10 am to 2 pm, at 5717 S. Tyler St, Tacoma, WA.

    Attend this FREE event and meet with company representatives to learn more about their job opportunities, and prosperous careers. The event is open to the General Public.

    Meet employers in these industries:

    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Law Enforcement
    • Security
    • Healthcare
    • Hospitality
    • Logistics
    • Aerospace
    • Government Contracting
    • and more!

    Please click the link to pre-register: >REGISTER HERE<

    Email Marcus Warren at marcus.warren@esd.wa.gov if you have additional questions.

    Event Details:

    WorkSource Job Fair at AMVETS

    AMVETS Post 1
    5717 S Tyler St.
    Tacoma, WA 98409

    Tuesday, August 22, 2023
    10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

  • WorkSource Pierce Job Fair – February 8th

    WorkSource Pierce Job Fair – February 8th

    Looking for a Job! New Career!  The Winter Winning Season is Here.

    The WorkSource Job Fair provides you with an unparalleled opportunity to quickly connect face to face with a multitude of local employers in a single day! Our extensive marketing efforts and solid reputation have supported job seekers with instant and fun networking opportunities which have successfully strengthened our local business community over the years.

    Attend the JOB FAIR and meet 50+ employers that have 500+ job openings! Be ready to process an application and/or interview on the day of the Event.** Bring your resume. There are jobs for everyone! Don`t miss this opportunity!

    To Register follow this link: https://WorkSource_JobFair.eventbrite.com

    Meet employers in the following industries:

    • Healthcare
    • Construction
    • Security
    • Manufacturing
    • Package Handlers
    • Logistics
    • Informational Technology
    • Social Services
    • And more…

    This JOB FAIR is FREE and OPEN to the PUBLIC.

    Featured Jobs available at the JOB FAIR are Store Managers, IT & Web Development, Warehouse Supervisors, Engineers, Assemblers, Drivers, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), LPN, RN, Material Handlers, Warehouse Workers, Intake Specialist, Law Enforcement, Administrative Assistants, General Labor, Store Associates, Forklift Operators, Customer Service Specialists, Project Management, Social Workers, Financial and Clerical position, House Keepers, Caregivers, and many others.

    We also encourage you to create a profile on www.WorkSourceWA.com which will allow you to easily apply for jobs with many other employers.

    For more information about this Hiring Event, please contact Louis Ihrig at Louis.ihrig@esd.wa.gov

    Event Details:

    WorkSource Pierce Job Fair

    AMVETS Post 1

    5717 S Tyler St
    Tacoma, WA, 98409

    Wednesday, February 8th
    10am – 2pm

  • AMVETS In-Person Job Fair – Monday, November 7th

    AMVETS In-Person Job Fair – Monday, November 7th

    AMVETS In-Person Job Fair

    Monday, November 7th

    Please join us at AMVETS Post 1 for an upcoming In-person Job Fair on Monday, November 7th, 2022.

    Attend this FREE event and meet with company representatives to learn about rewarding and prosperous careers with 50+ participating employers with hundreds of openings. These are jobs in Healthcare, Security, Education, Hospitality, Transportation, Engineering, Logistics, Mechanics, Management, Administration, Government, Warehouse and others.

    AMVETS logo

    Participating Employers:

    ❖ AA Asphalting
    ❖ Caring Hearts Medical Staffing
    ❖ Cascade Senior Living Services
    ❖ DSHS – Behavioral Health Administration; Adult Protective Services
    ❖ DTG Recycle
    ❖ FedEx Ground
    ❖ Gary Merlino Construction
    ❖ Korean Women`s Association (KWA)
    ❖ Manpower
    ❖ McGee Air Services
    ❖ MV Transportation
    ❖ Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command
    ❖ Pierce Transit
    ❖ Service Master of Tacoma
    ❖ Skookum Contract Services
    ❖ Spear Security
    ❖ Tacoma Community College
    ❖ TSA
    ❖ Wallenius Wilhelmsen Solutions
    ❖ YMCA Of Pierce and Kitsap Counties
    ❖ and many others; plus registration is still open

    Pre-register for the Event by clicking this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/amvets-job-fair-tickets-410575230567?utm-campaign=social%2Cemail&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-source=strongmail&utm-term=listing

    **Veterans and Eligible Spouses will be given priority but All Job Seekers are encouraged to attend the event.**

    Bring your résumé and be prepared to engage with employers and process applications on the spot!

    We also encourage you to create a profile on www.WorkSourceWA.com which will allow you to easily apply for jobs with employers participating at this JOB FAIR, and many others.

    For more information about this JOB FAIR, please contact Marcus Warren at marcus.warren@esd.wa.gov

    Event Details:

    AMVETS In-Person Job Fair

    AMVETS Post 1
    5717 S. Tyler St.
    Tacoma, WA 98409

    Monday, November 7th

    10am – 2pm

  • EMPLOYER EXTRA: General Manager

    EMPLOYER EXTRA: General Manager

    Extra Extra: AMVETS

    COMPANY SUMMARY:

    To enhance and safeguard the entitlements for all American Veterans who have served honorably and to improve the quality of life for them, their families, and the communities where they live through leadership, advocacy, and services. Directs and coordinates activities of AMVETS Post 1 employees to obtain optimum efficiency from the employees, economy of operations and maximize profits by performing the duties outlined in Essential Duties and responsibilities.

    JOB DESCRIPTION:

    In this role you will be trained appropriately to perform the following duties:

    • Plans, develops, and implements organizations policies and goals of AMVETS Corporate and employees.
    • Prepares reports regarding the Post surveys, trends, and operations.
    • Coordinates activities of departments: lounge, kitchen, bingo, maintenance, office management, accounting.
    • Analyze corporate budget request to identify areas in which reductions can be made and allocates operating budget to fulfill mission.
    • Conduct hiring and dismissal of personnel that report to AMVETS Post 1 managers.
    • Ensures all employees are given a performance evaluation annually and are counseled on their job performance.
    • Proficient and/or knowledgeable basic computer software skills, word, excel, and power point.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

    • 3 years related experience and/or training, or education/experience in managing or supervising food service, bartenders, security, entertainment, and janitorial staff.
    • Must be able to utilize all 5 senses; Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the job requirements.
    • Ability to read, interpret, and analyze financial reports, government regulations/requirements, and legal documents.
    • Monitor and maintain valid licenses, permits, certifications on employees as required by law.
    • Ability to write articles for publications or instructions, notices, and/or general information to employees, community businesses, Post 1 officers, and Trustees.
    • Must be able to calculate figure amounts i.e., discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.

    WORK SCHEDULE:

    This is a full-time position with an expected work week of 40 or more hours.

    SALARY & BENEFITS:

    Starting pay ranges from $43K-$45k. This includes a comprehensive and market-competitive benefits package to meet the needs of our associates and their families.

    HOW TO APPLY:

    All interested and qualified candidates should send your resume to Larry Stowe at stowelarry39@gmail.com

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