by Mary Russell, Workforce Development Division Director

The Jefferson County Workforce Center will host the Fourth Annual Casino Job Fair at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds on May 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Interested job seekers will meet Black Hawk and Central City casino employers, and learn about gaming license requirements and what it's like to work in the casino industry.

Black Hawk and Central City casinos anticipate hiring for a variety of jobs this summer from food services to gaming dealers. The hiring fair is in response to regulations effective July 2, which allow casinos to operate 24-hours-a-day, 365-days-a-year, increase table stakes from $5 to $100, and add craps and roulette gaming tables.

This is an excellent time to consider a career in the casino industry. The advantages include above average wages, great benefits, exciting work environment and room for advancement.

The workshop schedule is:
>> Noon: Seminar, Division of Gaming
Presentation on requirements for a gaming license and working in the industry.

>> 1:00 p.m.: Keynote speaker, Don Gallegos
Gallegos is the former president of King Soopers and author of the book
"Win the Customer, Not the Argument."

>> 2:00 p.m.: Career Seminar
Get an inside look at what it is like to work in the casino industry and
find out what career opportunities are available.

The doors open at 11:00 a.m. at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds located at 15200 West Sixth Avenue, Golden, Colorado, 80401. For more information call the Casino Job Fair Hotline at 303-271-4560.

The Jefferson County Workforce Center is committed to preparing individuals for successful career transitions promoting self-reliance and ensuring a quality workforce for our business and future industry needs. For more information visit the Jefferson County Workforce Center Web site.