Looking for a new job to round out the year? 

The November jobs report will be out on Friday and experts think it will be better than October’s. Though the October report was weak, the downturn was due mostly to hurricane-related work interruptions and strikes. 

Unemployment in Cuyahoga County continues to remain low at 2.9%

While the end of the year isn’t typically a time when there are a lot of jobs posted — outside of seasonal employment — employers are hiring.

If you are looking for new employment opportunities, here are three hiring events to explore between this week and next along with a job readiness workshop to help you crush the interview.

Work Local 2.0 Job Fair and resources

Dec 4, 4:30 7:30 PM

The Hildebrand Building Cleveland Ohio 3619 Walton Ave, Cleveland

Ohio Means Jobs is teaming up with Metro West to offer a hiring event with a touch of family fun. Along with free snacks and refreshments the first 25 people will receive free headshots. Resume help will be available as well as free English/Spanish translation services and activities for the kids. And in the holiday spirit, folks who are able can make donations to help those in need. Wages start at $14/hour with some employers hiring on the spot.  Pre-register for the job fair here

“Why Didn’t I Get Hired?” Job readiness seminar?

Dec. 6, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Cuyahoga Community College, Main Campus, 2900 Community College Avenue, Cleveland
Technology Learning Center, 1st floor

Have you ever wondered why you didn’t get hired?
The city of Cleveland Recruitment Center along with Tri-C, Towards Employment, Anderson BIRO Staffing and other partners are teaming up to help job seekers ready themselves for the process. Learn exactly what your resume should include, gain insights from top HR professionals and learn how to beat interview anxiety with hands-on coaching. Space is limited–registration is required. Click here to sign up.

RTA JOB FAIR

Dec. 7, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 

Cuyahoga Community College, Alex B. Johnson Building, 2900 Community College Avenue, Cleveland.

Ever thought about driving a bus? The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority is hosting a career fair for prospective bus operators. The starting wage is $26.48 an hour which increases up to $35+ an hour the fourth year of full-time work. And successful applicants will receive Commercial Driving License (CDL) training. Candidates should have a high school diploma or G.E.D., be at least 19 years old, have a minimum of three years driving experience, 2 years customer service experience and a good driving record with no more than two points in the past three years. For more information click here.

Winking Lizard Tavern Job Application Day

Dec. 10, 1 p.m. – 4p.m. 

OhioMeansJobs, 1910 Carnegie Ave, Cleveland

Winking Lizard is partnering with OhioMeansJobs to fill positions at six locations, including Mayfield, Beachwood, downtown, Lakewood, Independence and Bedford. They are looking for line cooks, servers, hosts/hostesses and more.

Registration is highly encouraged but not required. Sign up here.