The city of Surprise and ARIZONA@WORK are hosting a free hiring event on Thursday, Feb. 20 to connect job seekers with more than 20 different employers currently hiring in the West Valley.

The hiring event will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Surprise Regional Library, 16089 N. Bullard Ave.

Job seekers can meet potential employers and establish professional relationships in a convenient, time-saving setting.

A variety of organizations and businesses will be in attendance, including:

• ABRIO Home Care
• AccentCare
• Arcadia Homecare
• Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation & Reentry 
• Arizona Department of Health Services
• Buckeye Elementary School District
• Catholic Charities Westside Head Start
• City of Surprise Human Resources
• DJC Rock Home Care
• Dysart Unified School District
• Good Neighbor Support Services
• Greater Phoenix Urban League
• Littleton Elementary School District
• Manpower
• Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office
• Midstate Mechanical
• Rauch North America Inc
• The Recreation Centers of Sun City West
• Touchstone Health Services
• U.S. Navy

Prospective candidates should come to the event ready for potential onsite interviews and possible job offers. Attendees will also have a chance to learn about ARIZONA@WORK and the different services and resources they provide to help job seekers pursue employment opportunities.

For information, contact Melinda Greenhouse at 623-222-1630, or email Melinda.Greenhouse@maricopa.gov.