Job fair in Banff hopes to see 600 seasonal positions filled

Job seekers in Alberta will have a chance to find their next gig later this week as dozens of employers are set to gather under one roof for a job fair.

Hosted at the Banff Park Lodge from 1 to 3:30 p.m. this Thursday, the Bow Valley Job Fair is returning to fill more than 600 positions under 32 different employers.

Employers offering seasonal work this year include the newly reopening Rimrock Banff and Emblems Collection, Fairmont Banff Springs and Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity.

Other employers include the Banff Field Unit of Parks Canada, Sunshine Village and the towns of Banff and Canmore.

Organizers of the fair say there are more than 600 jobs available in the region this year, and employers are especially keen to get their labour force together for the upcoming season.

“We’ve seen interest from employers earlier than ever before this year,” said employer services co-ordinator Katie Dolson.

A news release added there will also be several long-term career opportunities for people looking to make the Bow Valley their permanent home.

Those looking for work are encouraged to bring several copies of their resumé and be prepared for on-the-spot conversations with hiring managers.

There will be a second job fair held on April 17 at the Malcolm Hotel in Canmore.

More information can be found online.