OCRACOKE – People are welcome to attend a career fair Jan. 31 in Ocracoke to learn about embarking on a rewarding new career with the North Carolina Ferry Division.
The career fair, hosted by the Ferry Division, will be from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. at the Ocracoke Island Community Center, 999 Irvin Garrish Highway.
“With three of our seven routes serving Ocracoke Island, it is so important to have local employee representation,” said Ferry Human Resources Manager Lori Sanderlin. “The main purpose of this event is to give Ocracoke residents an opportunity to join our crew and be a vital part of their community and the state.”
Applications will be accepted for all positions at all experience levels, including entry-level parking lot attendants (General Utility Workers), office staff, maintenance tradespeople and credentialed vessel crew. Temporary and full-time permanent positions are available.
Among the benefits of Ferry Division permanent employment are:
- Competitive salaries
- Training and credential/certification increases
- Health insurance
- Retirement benefits
- Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
People interested in attending the job fair should bring resumes, references and supporting documents. Representatives from the Ferry Division will be on hand to accept applications and explain the various positions available and opportunities for advancement.
The Ocracoke career fair is the first of five to be held across eastern North Carolina. Others will be held at the Big Rock Career Center in Morehead City on Feb. 5; at the College of the Albemarle in Manteo Feb. 12, at the Southport Ferry Terminal Feb. 21; and at Beaufort County Community College in Washington Feb. 26.
For more information, call 252-370-5573 or email FerryHR@ncdot.gov.