“We’re trying to do a lot of different things to both recruit and retain our workforce.” “It’s a lot more than we would normally have,” Whitesell said of the openings that run the gamut including 911 operators, lifeguards, groundskeepers, and office staff. With roughly 800 vacancies, Norfolk’s deputy city manager Catheryn Whitesell said the city is really striving to be the employer of choice for people. To learn more about the casino’s upcoming job fairs, visit. “We’re moving quickly to ensure new team members are ready to serve our guests on day one,” Corby said. Roy Corby, general manager of Rivers Casino Portsmouth, said in a news release that leaders are using a thoughtful approach to fill opportunities, especially those that require training. Other open jobs are in the hospitality department, including food servers, bartenders, and cooks and numerous career paths throughout the casino. Job seekers can apply to attend a free dealer school and earn certification. The new gaming and entertainment complex will add more than 1,300 permanent jobs to the region’s workforce along with 1,400 construction jobs.Īmong the job opportunities are table games where people can submit applications for blackjack, poker, craps and roulette. In anticipation of the upcoming opening of the casino, sportsbook, hotel, restaurants, event and conference venues, Rivers Casino is hosting a series of job fairs over the next five months. Rivers Casino Portsmouth is still under construction at the intersection of Victory Boulevard and Freedom Avenue with planned completion in early 2023.

“For those who may be looking to make a change or get back into the market, we always tell them this is your time,” he said. Optimistic on the outlook for hiring, Avery said the region has a very talented workforce. E-Pilot Evening Edition Home Page Close Menu

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