West Kaua‘i Job Fair Set For Feb. 2

The West Kaua‘i Job Fair will be held on Feb. 2, from 3 to 7 p.m., at the Hanapēpē United Church of Christ located at 4481 Kona Road, The Office of Economic Development announced.

The job fair is a collaborative effort between the County of Kaua‘i, Kaua‘i Economic Development Board, Kaua‘i Filipino Chamber of Commerce, the American Job Center-Kaua‘i, Pacific Missile Range Facility, and the State of Hawai‘i Workforce Development Division.

Over 20 businesses representing a variety of industries on Kaua‘i will offer an assortment of employment opportunities at the job fair. Job seekers will be given an opportunity to make a great first impression, learn about potential employers and qualifications, and meet staff who can answer their employment questions.

Interested participants must follow COVID-19 safety guidelines including social distancing, wearing a mask, sanitizing your hands and minimizing physical contact with others. This is a professionally organized event. All participants are required to either provide proof of vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no more than 24 hours from the start of the event along with a valid state ID or Driver’s License. For verification purposes, the required test must be from a testing facility. Home tests will not be accepted.

Employers interested in participating, or anyone seeking more information, may visit www.kedb.com/jobfair or contact Jackie Kaina at 808-245-6692.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, contact Michelle Lopes at (808) 241-4192 or email mlopes@kauai.gov as soon as possible.