Arizona employers continue to seek workers; McDonald's alone seeks 4,500 workers in the state
Jobs remain widely available in Arizona, where the unemployment rate has eased to 3.2%. To attract workers in a challenging market, many employers are trying new efforts including expanded educational opportunities, social-hour job fairs and virtual interviews.
These are some recent job opportunities in metro Phoenix.
McDonald’s seeks 4,500 workers
McDonald’s restaurants throughout Arizona are seeking to hire more than 4,500 employees in both part-time and full-time positions.
The fast-food giant didn’t disclose starting pay, but McDonald’s employees can receive help earning a high school diploma, taking English as a second language courses, tuition assistance and free career guidance.
New this year: McDonald’s has partnered with Western Governors University to provide McDonald’s employees and their families with a 5% discount on tuition and access to WGU-funded scholarships.
Some employees also may receive reimbursed costs for an associate’s or bachelor’s degree from Colorado Technical University as well as a free laptop.
Job seekers can visit jobs.mchire.com to learn more about these opportunities or to apply for jobs at nearby restaurants.
Have a drink, land a job
Abrazo Health is trying a different twist to recruit nurses and other hospital workers by hosting at social hour at a north Scottsdale pub and restaurant. The June 7 event will run from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Craftsman Cocktails & Kitchen, 20469 N. Hayden Rd. Leaders from Abrazo Scottsdale Campus and Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital will attend.
“We’re looking at fun, creative ways where nurses learn about our organization and, if it’s a mutually beneficial fit, hopefully find their permanent home here with us,” said Naman Mahajan, CEO of the Scottsdale campus and Cave Creek hospital.
Nurses and others are invited to enjoy complimentary refreshments and learn about career opportunities. Applicants are encouraged to bring resumes.
The two hospitals seek to fill around 50 positions combined including nurses, nursing assistants, respiratory therapists and professionals in various surgical, pharmacy, lab, radiology, maintenance, housekeeping and other roles.
More information on available positions is at AbrazoHealth.com/careers.
Job interviews from your home
More than 25 employers will participate in a diversity-focused virtual career fair June 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free event is hosted by ONE Community, a statewide LGBTQ business coalition, in partnership with the Arizona Lodging & Tourism Association.
Job seekers can submit their resume online prior to the event and speak with employers directly during the expo through private, one-on-one chats and interviews. Registration is mandatory at https://onecommunity.vfairs.com
Employers scheduled to participate include ADP, Southwest Airlines, Univision Arizona, Local First Arizona, Arizona's Children Association, Best Western, Arizona Grand Resort & Spa, Arizona Biltmore, Honor Health, Hyatt Hotels, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, the Mesa Police Department and Salt River Project.
Reach the reporter at russ.wiles@arizonarepublic.com.
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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: These Arizona employers are holding job events seeking new workers
