Job fair slated in Stephens County

DUNCAN — Area residents looking for a job will have the opportunity to visit with Stephens County employers during a job fair Friday.

The fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Simmons Center, 800 Chisholm Trail Parkway, Duncan.

During the event job seekers can speak directly with employers about available jobs and fill out applications. Some companies are even planning to interview, hire on-site, and offer signing bonuses. Many local companies from various industries will be present, according to a press release.

Henry Lehr, the organizer of the job fair and Business & Industry Specialist for the Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation, highlighted the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the economic landscape of Stephens County. “We are dedicated to strategically supporting employers in Stephens County by fostering connections and providing resources. Through initiatives like job fairs, we aim to consolidate talent and job opportunities in a single location, facilitating the employment process. The Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation is actively investing in the prosperity of our community, working collaboratively to retain local talent and attract new skilled individuals to contribute to the growth of our vibrant region.”

The job fair is free for jobseekers and open to the public.

If a jobseeker is unable to attend the event, they can provide their information on the Duncan Area Job Board at https://ok-duncan.com/workforce/jobs– board/ and it will be shared with employers.

For more information visit https://ok-duncan.com/workforce/job-fair/ or contact the Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation at 580-255-9675 or [email protected].